Tiny Tunes
2025-10-02 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-09 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | YMCA CCRR Office, 1130 Austin Ave, Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
Share the love of language through songs, rhymes and simple signs for your little one (aged 0-2).
Details:

Registration required – spots open weekly! Register here
Thursdays, Sept. 25 – Nov. 27, 2025, from 1:00 PM – 2:o0 PM
YMCA CCRR Office, (1130 Austin Ave, Coquitlam)

If you have any questions about this group, please email Amy Carreiro at amy.carreiro@westcoastfamily.org.

Heroes of the Heart
2025-10-02 16:00 - 17:30, 2025-10-09 16:00 - 17:30 | The Link, 2780 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V5M 1Y8, Canada
A narrative-driven therapy group blending imaginative storytelling, role playing, and collaborative problem-solving to foster emotional growth and social skill development in a fun, supportive environment. For ages 7-10 years old.
Details:

Pre-registration required.
Thursdays, Sept. 25 – Dec. 4, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
WFC’s The Link (2780 E Broadway)

If you have any questions about this group or would like to register, please call/ email Kevin Doan at (778-919-8926) or kevin.doan@westcoastfamily.org

Circle of Security
2025-10-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-10 10:00 - 12:00 | WFC Tri-Cities Office, 2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC, V3B 1L6
The Circle of Security Parenting program aims to help you understand your child’s emotional world by learning to read their needs; while learning how to support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions as well as understanding your parenting struggles and triggers.
Schedule:

Pre-registration required.
Fridays, Oct. 3 – Nov. 28, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
No session on Oct. 31
WFC Tri-Cities Office (2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam) – around back of building

If you have any questions, please email shawna.comey@westcoastfamily.org.

Women's Empowerment Group
2025-10-03 10:00 - 12:30, 2025-10-10 10:00 - 12:30 | The Link, 2780 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V5M 1Y8, Canada
Join us for a Women’s Empowerment Group with Westcoast Family Centres. During the 10 weeks together, we will connect with one another, share experiences, and explore the following topics:

Healthy & Unhealthy Relationships to Self & Others
Effective Communication
Healthy Boundaries
Self-Compassion
Self & Community Care

Priority registration will be given to Family Preservation referrals.
Snacks & light lunch provided. One-zone transit passes provided.
Schedule:

Fridays, September 19 – November 21, 2025 from 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
WFC The Link (Driftwood Room) – 2780 E Broadway

Please fill out the following form to register by September 8th 2025: Fall 2025 Women’s Empowerment Group Registration Form

If you have any questions, please email breanna.bruns@wescoastfamily.org

Little Explorers
2025-10-04 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-11 14:00 - 15:00 | 575 Poirier St., 575 Poirier St., Coquitlam, British Columbia, V3J 6A9
We will gather for a story then head outdoors to explore. Activities include scavenger hunts and more! Rain or Shine. Families with children aged 0-6 years old. Older siblings welcome to join.
Details:

DROP-IN, no registration required.
Saturdays, September 20 – November 22, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Coquitlam Public Library, – Poirier Branch, 575 Poirier St.

If you have any questions about this group, please email brandie.cristales@westcoastfamily.org

Satur-PLAY
2025-10-04 15:30 - 17:00, 2025-10-11 15:30 - 17:00 | Blue Mountain Park, 975 King Albert Ave, Coquitlam, BC, V3J 1X4, Canada
Bring your picnic blanket and join us for a meet up at the Blue Mountain Park Playground. We will play at the playground, then have an outdoor Story and Song. For families with children 0-6 years, older siblings are welcome to join!
Details:

Drop-in, no registration required!
Saturdays, October 4 – November 22, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Blue Mountain Park – 975 King Albert Ave Coquitlam
Meet near the playground

If you have any questions about this group, please email brandie.cristales@westcoastfamily.org

Mother Goose Circle & Story Time
2025-10-06 09:00 - 10:00 | Central Elementary School, 2260 Central Ave, Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, V3C 1V8, Canada
Come join us with your little ones for a fun-filled circle time of songs, stories and rhymes! For parents with children 0-6.
In collaboration with SD43
Details:

Drop-in, no registration required!

Drop-in on Mondays, Sept 29 – Nov. 24, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

No session Oct. 13 (Thanksgiving)

Central Elementary School (2260 Central Ave PoCo, meet in library)

If you have any questions about this group, please email shawna.comey@westcoastfamily.org

Storytime & Snack
2025-10-06 15:15 - 16:15 | YMCA CCRR Office, 1130 Austin Ave, Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
Join us for an active circle time including stories, movement and music! For families with children 0-6 years, older siblings are welcome to join!
Details:

Registration required by emailing brandie.cristales@westcoastfamily.org
Mondays, September 15 – November 24, 2025, 3:15 PM – 4:15 PM
YMCA CCRR Office (1130 Austin Avenue, Coquitlam)
Maximum capacity: 12 families

If you have any questions about this group or want to register, please email brandie.cristales@westcoastfamily.org

Stay & Play Gym Time
2025-10-07 09:30 - 11:00 | Birchland Elementary School, 1331 Fraser Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC, V3B 1M4, Canada
Come be a Birchland Buddy! Drop-in & join us with your little one for a fun open gym program. In partnership with SD43.
Details:

No registration required, drop-in program
Every second Tuesday (Oct. 7, 21, Nov. 4, 18, and Dec. 2, 2025
At Birchland Elementary School Gym (1331 Fraser Ave, Port Coquitlam)
Entrance at gym doors

If you have any questions about this group, please email shawna.comey@westcoastfamily.org.

Stay & Play Gym Time
2025-10-07 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-10-14 09:30 - 11:00 | Birchland Elementary School, 1331 Fraser Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC, V3B 1M4, Canada
Come be a Birchland Buddy and drop-in for a fun, active open gym experience while learning about Healthy Living. For parents with children aged 0-6. In partnership with SD43.
Details:

No registration required, drop-in program
Every Tuesday January 20 – March 3, 2026, except Feb. 10, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
At Birchland Elementary School Gym (1331 Fraser Ave, Port Coquitlam)
Entrance at gym doors

If you have any questions about this group, please email family.nav@westcoastfamily.org

Mindful Parenting in Farsi
2025-10-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Online, Digital - See Post For Details, Canada
Join us for a FREE online parenting group in Farsi. Parents of children ages 0-12 will enhance overall parenting skills through mindful communication and emotional awareness.

Every Tuesday, September 16 – December 16, 2025
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Online via Zoom

After the first session has passed (September 16), please email shahla.noorani@westcoastfamily.org

Beyond Violence: Rebuilding Yourself and Your Family
2025-10-07 12:00 - 13:30 | Online, Digital - See Post For Details, Canada
This workshop is for women who have experienced domestic violence or intimate partner violence and are no longer in the abusive relationship.
This group supports women who are in a safe place and ready to rebuild their lives after DV/ IPV.
We cover topics including: understanding DV, physical and emotional safety after DV, challenges related to attending family court (we DO NOT offer legal advice), challenges related to co-parenting with an abusive former partner.
Schedule

Registration required, please register using the button below.
Tuesdays, October 14th – December 9th, 2025, from 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
No session on Nov. 11
Free, online group (via Zoom – link will be distributed upon registration)
Register by emailing communications@westcoastfamily.org

Children's Feelings Group
2025-10-07 16:00 - 17:30 | The Link, 2780 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V5M 1Y8, Canada
Join our ten week group for children to come and learn about expressing their feelings, safety, friendships, self-esteem. For children aged 6-10 years old.
Details:

Registration required.
Tuesdays, September 23 – December 9, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
No session on Sept. 30 or Oct 21.
At the WFC’s The Link (2780 East Broadway, Vancouver)

If you would like to register your child for this group, please email aaron.rivard@westcoastfamily.org

Bedtime Snack & Story
2025-10-07 18:45 - 19:45 | 1111 Brunette Ave, 1111 Brunette Ave, Coquitlam, British Columbia, V3K1E9, Canada
Wear your pjs and bring your favourite stuffy to join us for a Bedtime Snack & Storytime. We will provide a small snack. For families with children 0-6, older siblings welcome.
Details:

Registration required by emailing brandie.cristales@westcoastfamily.org
Tuesdays, September 23 – November 4, 2025, 6:45 PM – 7:45 PM
Chateau de Ville – Community room in the middle of complex (1111 Brunette Ave Coquitlam)
Be mindful of parking restrictions in the area.

If you have any questions about this group or want to register, please email brandie.cristales@westcoastfamily.org

Postpartum Support Group
2025-10-08 10:00 - 11:30 | WFC Tri-Cities Office, 2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC, V3B 1L6
Join us on Wednesdays for a Postpartum Support Group. We will provide a safe environment where woman who are experiencing postpartum depression can meet and support each other.
Facilitator is trained by Pacific Post Partum Society.
Details:

Pre-registration required, please register by emailing shannon.radonjic@westcoastfamily.org
Wednesdays, October 8 – November 26, 2025, from 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM
At WFC Tri-Cities Office (2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam)

If you have any questions about this group, please email shannon.radonjic@westcoastfamily.org

Power of Play
2025-10-08 10:00 - 11:30 | WFC Tri-Cities Office, 2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC, V3B 1L6
Come join us for a fun-filled drop-in! A Family Navigator will be there for all your resource needs. For parents with children 0-6.
Details:

No registration required, drop-in program!
Wednesdays, September 17 – December 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
At WFC Tri-Cities Office (2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam) – around back

If you have any questions about this group or other DROP-IN FALL HAPPENINGS programs, please email us at family.nav@westcoastfamily.org

Baby & Me
2025-10-08 12:00 - 13:30 | WFC Tri-Cities Office, 2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC, V3B 1L6
Come play with your little one & connect with other parents & babies. Families with children 0-2 years old.
Details:

DROP-IN, no registration required.
Wednesdays, September 17 to December 10, 2025, from 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
At the WFC Tri-Cities Office (back of the building) (2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC V3B 1L6)

If you have any questions about this group or other DROP-IN FALL HAPPENINGS programs, please email us at family.nav@westcoastfamily.org

Holding Both: Parenting Through Diagnosis
2025-10-08 17:30 - 19:00 | The Link, 2780 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V5M 1Y8, Canada
A FREE supportive group for parents and caregivers navigating the emotional landscape of receiving a diagnosis for their child, whether it’s autism, ADHD, a learning difference, or any other developmental, medical, or mental health condition.
Together we will explore the complex feelings that can arise: grief, relief, guilt, confusion, and hope, while building community, sharing stories, and learning tools to support both our children and ourselves.
Details:

Registration required, please register at the link below.
Wednesdays, October 1 – November 19, 2025 from 5:30 – 7:00 PM
At WFC’s The Link (2780 E Broadway, Vancouver)

If you have any questions about this group, please email communications@westcoastfamily.org

Positive Discipline in Everyday Parenting
2025-10-08 17:30 - 19:30 | WFC Tri-Cities Office, 2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC, V3B 1L6
Join us for a 9-week program for parents and caregivers of children from birth to adolescence.
Positive Discipline in Everyday Parenting is a non-violent approach to teaching children while respecting them as learners and individual human beings.
Details:

Pre-registration required.
Wednesdays, September 24 – November 19, 2024, from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
WFC Tri-Cities Office (2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC V3B 1L6)

If you have any questions about this group, please email tri.cities@westcoastfamily.org

Successful Co-Parenting
2025-10-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Online, Digital - See Post For Details, Canada
Join our FREE 6-Session parenting program designed to give you the skills, strategies, resources and support to navigate through a separation and divorce with the focus on the best interest of your child. Only one co-parent may attend.
*We ask that only one parent from each family register at a time for each Successful Co-Parenting group.
Schedule:

Now running every Wednesdays, September 10 – October 22, 2025 from 6:00PM – 8:00PM
No session October 1
Online via Zoom
Registration closes one week after the first session

If you have any questions, please email us at communications@westcoastfamily.org

Empowering Moms Group in Farsi
2025-10-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Online, Digital - See Post For Details, Canada
Join us for a group that supports moms to become the best version of themselves. Group is spoken and led in Farsi.
Schedule:

Thursdays from September 18 to December 18, 2025
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Online via Zoom

After the first session has passed, please email shahla.noorani@westcoastfamily.org to register.

Positive Parenting
2025-10-09 11:00 - 12:30 | Online, Digital - See Post For Details, Canada
Improve your parenting skills and build a stronger relationship with your child! Learn about research-backed best practices and get hands on experience with practical parenting tools. Participants will also benefit from having a space for therapeutic processing and discussion around parenting challenges.
Details:

Registration required.
Thursdays, October 9 – October 30, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Online via Zoom

Parenting Neurodiverse Kids Support Group
2025-10-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, Digital - See Post For Details, Canada
This group is for parents who are parenting children between the ages of 3 – 13 who are neurodiverse. We primarily focus on ADHD, ASD, Twice Exceptional/ Gifted, and kids with FASD. This group provides a safe supporting space for parents as well as strategies for parenting kids with neurodiverse challenges.
SCHEDULE:

Thursdays, Sept. 25 – Nov. 13, 2025
You will be automatically registered for every session.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Online group (using Zoom)

For any questions, please reach out to kristy.ambrose@westcoastfamily.org
