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SUMMARY:Mother Goose at Harris Road Park
DESCRIPTION:Bring a blanket and come join us with your little ones for a fun-filled circle with songs\, rhymes and stories. For parents with children aged 0-6 years old. \n\nEvery Friday\, July 10 – August 28\, 2026 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM\nDrop-in\, no registration required!\nFor parents with children 0-6 years old\nFree\, in-person group at Harris Road Park (12474 Harris Road\, Pitt Meadows) – meet near the bathrooms\n\nIf you have any questions about this group\, please email us at stephanie.briggs@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/mother-goose-at-pitt-meadows-library-3/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:Harris Road Park\, 1274 Harris Road\, Pitt Meadows\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:0-6 Years
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stephanie Briggs":MAILTO:stephanie.briggs@westcoastfamily.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260824T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260824T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203841Z
CREATED:20260603T203500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T203841Z
UID:10003682-1787576400-1787580000@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Tiny Tunes
DESCRIPTION:Share the love of language through songs\, rhymes and simple signs for your little one (aged 0-2). \nDetails: \n\nRegistration required – spots open weekly! Register here\nMondays\, July 6 – Aug. 31\, 2026\, from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM\nNo session on August 31\nYMCA CCRR Office\, (1130 Austin Ave\, Coquitlam)\n\nIf you have any questions about this group\, please email Amy Carreiro at amy.carreiro@westcoastfamily.org \nRegister at: CCRR Courses
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/tiny-tunes-5/2026-08-24/
LOCATION:YMCA CCRR Office\, 1130 Austin Ave\, Coquitlam\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:0-6 Years
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amy Carreiro":MAILTO:amy.carreiro@westcoastfamily.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260825T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260825T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T210513Z
CREATED:20260501T210513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T210513Z
UID:10003538-1787652000-1787659200@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Kindergarten Preparedness Group
DESCRIPTION:Prepare your child for success with the NEST Kindergarten Preparedness Group! \nDesigned for children under the age of 6\, this 8-week program offers children the opportunity to strengthen skills in areas such as motor skills\, social interaction and cooperative play in anticipation for kindergarten. \nDetails: \n\nRegistration required. \nTuesday\, July 7 – August 25\, 2026\, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nWFC’s The Link\n\nPlease register by emailing NESTProgram@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/kindergarten-preparedness-group/2026-08-25/
LOCATION:The Link\, 2780 E Broadway\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5M 1Y8\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260828T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260828T140000
DTSTAMP:20260706T201915Z
CREATED:20260706T201851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T201915Z
UID:10003698-1787922000-1787925600@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Mother Goose at Harris Road Park
DESCRIPTION:Bring a blanket and come join us with your little ones for a fun-filled circle with songs\, rhymes and stories. For parents with children aged 0-6 years old. \n\nEvery Friday\, July 10 – August 28\, 2026 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM\nDrop-in\, no registration required!\nFor parents with children 0-6 years old\nFree\, in-person group at Harris Road Park (12474 Harris Road\, Pitt Meadows) – meet near the bathrooms\n\nIf you have any questions about this group\, please email us at stephanie.briggs@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/mother-goose-at-pitt-meadows-library-3/2026-08-28/
LOCATION:Harris Road Park\, 1274 Harris Road\, Pitt Meadows\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:0-6 Years
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stephanie Briggs":MAILTO:stephanie.briggs@westcoastfamily.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260904T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260904T120000
DTSTAMP:20260813T184449Z
CREATED:20260813T184449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T184449Z
UID:10003863-1788516000-1788523200@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Tri-Cities Freecycle
DESCRIPTION:Come grab baby and toddler clothes for your family! First come\, first serve.  \nPlease bring your own bag and take only what you need. Street parking is available and limited onsite. \nDetails: \n\nDrop-in event – no registration required!\nFriday\, Sept. 4\, 2026 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nIn-person at 1111 Brunette Avenue\n\nFor any questions\, please contact chrystal.harman@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/tri-cities-freecycle-2/
LOCATION:WFC Tri-Cities Office\, 2062 Manning Ave\, Port Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 1L6
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chrystal Harman":MAILTO:chrystal.harman@westcoastfamily.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260911T120000
DTSTAMP:20260806T183521Z
CREATED:20260806T183521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T183521Z
UID:10003765-1789120800-1789128000@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Crafting Connections with Elder Maria Reed
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a cultural teaching & crafting event for caregivers led by Elder Maria Reed. For families with children aged 0-6 years old. \nDetails: \n\nDROP-IN\, no registration required. \nSept. 11\, Oct. 22\, Nov. 27\, Dec. 18\, 2026\, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nAt the WFC Tri-Cities Office – entrance around back (2062 Manning Ave\, Port Coquitlam\, BC V3B 1L6)\n\nIf you have any questions about this group\, please email family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/crafting-connections-with-elder-maria-reed-6/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:WFC Tri-Cities Office\, 2062 Manning Ave\, Port Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 1L6
CATEGORIES:0-6 Years
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ORGANIZER;CN="Family Nav":MAILTO:family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260914T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260914T203000
DTSTAMP:20260806T191648Z
CREATED:20260806T191521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T191648Z
UID:10003845-1789412400-1789417800@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Parenting the Teen Brain – Understanding Adolescents with Empathy & Skill
DESCRIPTION:Neuroscience-informed insights for connecting through the teenage years. Led by facilitator Carmella Van Drunen. \nDetails: \n\nRegistration required. \nMonday\, Sept. 14\, 2026\, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (single session workshop)\nOnline via Zoom\n\nFor any questions about this group\, please email carmella.vandrunen@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/parenting-the-teen-brain-understanding-adolescents-with-empathy-skill-2/
LOCATION:Online\, Digital - See Post For Details\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carmella Van Drunen":MAILTO:carmella.vandrunen@westcoastfamily.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260915T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260915T193000
DTSTAMP:20260806T190912Z
CREATED:20260806T190759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T190912Z
UID:10003823-1789493400-1789500600@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Co-Parenting with Confidence
DESCRIPTION:An educational and supportive group for parents to connect as they navigate the ups and downs of the co-parenting journey. \nThrough a series of both online and in-person sessions\, facilitators invite parents to explore strategies and tools that may enhance communication\, reduce conflict\, and promote positive outcomes for their children. \n\nTopics explored include: \n\nNavigating the New Dynamics\nUnderstanding Impacts on Children\nBest Interest of the Child\nEffective Communication\nEmotional Awareness & Wellbeing\n\nAdditional details: \n\nCoffee\, tea\, & light snacks provided during in-person sessions\none-zone bus tickets provided for in-person sessions\nChildminding available upon request\n\nThis group is for parents currently engaged in a high-conflict co-parenting dynamic; Ideally participants have parenting time or unsupervised access to children\, and some form of communication with their co-parent. \n\nSchedule: \n\n\nTuesdays\, Sept. 15 – Nov. 3\, 2026\, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM \n\n\nAlternating weeks online via Zoom and in-person at the Link (2780 E Broadway\, Vancouver) \n\n\nRegistration at forms.office.com/r/5M8U90iWGA \nFor any questions\, please email bayle.james@westcoastfamily.org \nor breanna.bruns@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/co-parenting-with-confidence-3/2026-09-15/
LOCATION:Hybrid (Online via Zoom & In-Person @ The Link)
CATEGORIES:Co-Parenting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bayle James":MAILTO:bayle.james@westcoastfamily.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260916T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260916T113000
DTSTAMP:20260806T175723Z
CREATED:20260806T175646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T175723Z
UID:10003364-1789551000-1789558200@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Power of Play
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our indoor family drop-in and play. A Family Navigator will be available for all of your questions and resource needs. For parents with little ones aged 0-6. \nTopics may include: Healthy relationships\, mindful motherhood\, identity/self esteem\, creating personal wellness routines & boundaries\, and many more! \nDetails: \n\nNo registration required\, drop-in program!\nWednesdays\, Sept. 16 – Dec. 9\, 2026\, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM\nNo session on Sept. 30 & Nov. 11\nAt WFC Tri-Cities Office (2062 Manning Ave\, Port Coquitlam) – around back\n\nIf you have any questions about this group or other drop ins\, please email us at family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/power-of-play-6-2/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:WFC Tri-Cities Office\, 2062 Manning Ave\, Port Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 1L6
CATEGORIES:0-6 Years
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ORGANIZER;CN="Family Nav":MAILTO:family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260806T180400Z
CREATED:20260226T224308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T180400Z
UID:10003758-1789560000-1789567200@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Baby & Me
DESCRIPTION:Come play with your little one\, connect with other new parents\, and learn from weekly guest speakers! Families with babies 0-2 years old. \nDetails: \n\nDrop-in\, no registration required.\nWednesdays\, Sept. 16 – Dec. 9\, 2026\, from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM\nNo session on Sept. 30 & Nov. 11\nAt the WFC Tri-Cities Office (entrance around back) (2062 Manning Ave\, Port Coquitlam\, BC V3B 1L6)\n\nIf you have any questions about this group or other drop-in programs\, please email us at family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/baby-me-7/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:WFC Tri-Cities Office\, 2062 Manning Ave\, Port Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 1L6
CATEGORIES:0-6 Years
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ORGANIZER;CN="Family Nav":MAILTO:family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260917T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260917T143000
DTSTAMP:20260810T200535Z
CREATED:20260806T184825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T200535Z
UID:10003782-1789651800-1789655400@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Tiny Tunes
DESCRIPTION:Share the love of language through songs\, rhymes and simple signs for your little one (aged 0-2). \nDetails: \n\nRegistration required – spots open weekly! \nThursdays\, Sept. 17 – Nov. 26\, 2026\, from 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM\nNo session on Oct. 8 & 22\nYMCA CCRR Office\, (1130 Austin Ave\, Coquitlam)\n\nIf you have any questions about this group\, please email Amy Carreiro at amy.carreiro@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/tiny-tunes-6/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:YMCA CCRR Office\, 1130 Austin Ave\, Coquitlam\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:0-6 Years
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amy Carreiro":MAILTO:amy.carreiro@westcoastfamily.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260917T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260806T222342Z
CREATED:20260806T222342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T222342Z
UID:10003856-1789668000-1789675200@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Successful Co-Parenting
DESCRIPTION: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. \n*We ask that only one parent from each family register at a time for each Successful Co-Parenting group. \nSchedule: \n\nNow running every Thursdays\, September 17 – October 22\, 2026 from 6:00 PM – 8:00PM\nOnline via Zoom\nRegistration closes one week after the first session\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email bayle.james@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/successful-co-parenting-6/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Online\, Digital - See Post For Details\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Co-Parenting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bayle James":MAILTO:bayle.james@westcoastfamily.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T120000
DTSTAMP:20260806T181602Z
CREATED:20260806T181323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T181602Z
UID:10003223-1789725600-1789732800@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Nobody's Perfect Parenting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 8 week NPP series where we will focus on positive parenting\, self care\, understanding childrens health\, safety and behaviour and more. For parents with children aged 0-6. \nLimited childminding provided (first come\, first serve) \nDetails: \n\nEvery Friday\, Sept. 18 – Nov. 6\, 2026 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nFree\, indoor group at our WFC Tri-Cities office (2062 Manning Ave\, Port Coquitlam) – front door\nLimited childminding available during sessions (first come first serve)\nRegistration will close automatically once capacity has been reached or a week before the first session.\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/nobodys-perfect-parenting-3-2/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:WFC Tri-Cities Office\, 2062 Manning Ave\, Port Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 1L6
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ORGANIZER;CN="Family Nav":MAILTO:family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260921T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260921T100000
DTSTAMP:20260806T173543Z
CREATED:20260806T173443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T173543Z
UID:10003466-1789981200-1789984800@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Mother Goose
DESCRIPTION:Come learn songs\, stories\, & rhythms with your little one. For parents with children 0-6 years old. \nDetails: \n\nDROP-IN\, no registration required. \nMondays\, Sept. 21 – Nov. 30\, 2026\, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM\nAt Central Elementary School – Upstairs next to the library\n\nIf you have any questions about this group\, please email family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/mother-goose-2-2/2026-09-21/
LOCATION:Central Elementary School\, 2260 Central Ave\, Port Coquitlam\, British Columbia\, V3C 1V8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:0-6 Years
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ORGANIZER;CN="Family Nav":MAILTO:family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260922T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260922T110000
DTSTAMP:20260806T174611Z
CREATED:20260806T174540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T174611Z
UID:10003720-1790069400-1790074800@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Stay & Play
DESCRIPTION:Come be a Birchland Buddy and join us in a free\, open gym full of balls\, tunnels\, hula-hoops and more! For parents with children aged 0-6. In partnership with SD43. \nDetails: \n\nNo registration required\, drop-in program!\nEvery Tuesday\, Sept. 22 – Dec. 1\, 2026\, no session Oct. 13 & Nov. 10\, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM\nAt Birchland Elementary School Gym (1331 Fraser Ave\, Port Coquitlam)\nEntrance at side door into gym\n\nIf you have any questions about this group\, please email family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/stay-play-2-2/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Birchland Elementary School\, 1331 Fraser Ave\, Port Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 1M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:0-6 Years
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shawna Comey":MAILTO:shawna.comey@westcoastfamily.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260922T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260922T193000
DTSTAMP:20260806T190912Z
CREATED:20260806T190759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T190912Z
UID:10003824-1790098200-1790105400@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Co-Parenting with Confidence
DESCRIPTION:An educational and supportive group for parents to connect as they navigate the ups and downs of the co-parenting journey. \nThrough a series of both online and in-person sessions\, facilitators invite parents to explore strategies and tools that may enhance communication\, reduce conflict\, and promote positive outcomes for their children. \n\nTopics explored include: \n\nNavigating the New Dynamics\nUnderstanding Impacts on Children\nBest Interest of the Child\nEffective Communication\nEmotional Awareness & Wellbeing\n\nAdditional details: \n\nCoffee\, tea\, & light snacks provided during in-person sessions\none-zone bus tickets provided for in-person sessions\nChildminding available upon request\n\nThis group is for parents currently engaged in a high-conflict co-parenting dynamic; Ideally participants have parenting time or unsupervised access to children\, and some form of communication with their co-parent. \n\nSchedule: \n\n\nTuesdays\, Sept. 15 – Nov. 3\, 2026\, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM \n\n\nAlternating weeks online via Zoom and in-person at the Link (2780 E Broadway\, Vancouver) \n\n\nRegistration at forms.office.com/r/5M8U90iWGA \nFor any questions\, please email bayle.james@westcoastfamily.org \nor breanna.bruns@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/co-parenting-with-confidence-3/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Hybrid (Online via Zoom & In-Person @ The Link)
CATEGORIES:Co-Parenting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bayle James":MAILTO:bayle.james@westcoastfamily.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T113000
DTSTAMP:20260806T175723Z
CREATED:20260806T175646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T175723Z
UID:10003748-1790155800-1790163000@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Power of Play
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our indoor family drop-in and play. A Family Navigator will be available for all of your questions and resource needs. For parents with little ones aged 0-6. \nTopics may include: Healthy relationships\, mindful motherhood\, identity/self esteem\, creating personal wellness routines & boundaries\, and many more! \nDetails: \n\nNo registration required\, drop-in program!\nWednesdays\, Sept. 16 – Dec. 9\, 2026\, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM\nNo session on Sept. 30 & Nov. 11\nAt WFC Tri-Cities Office (2062 Manning Ave\, Port Coquitlam) – around back\n\nIf you have any questions about this group or other drop ins\, please email us at family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/power-of-play-6-2/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:WFC Tri-Cities Office\, 2062 Manning Ave\, Port Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 1L6
CATEGORIES:0-6 Years
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ORGANIZER;CN="Family Nav":MAILTO:family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260924T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260924T143000
DTSTAMP:20260810T200535Z
CREATED:20260806T184825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T200535Z
UID:10003783-1790256600-1790260200@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Tiny Tunes
DESCRIPTION:Share the love of language through songs\, rhymes and simple signs for your little one (aged 0-2). \nDetails: \n\nRegistration required – spots open weekly! \nThursdays\, Sept. 17 – Nov. 26\, 2026\, from 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM\nNo session on Oct. 8 & 22\nYMCA CCRR Office\, (1130 Austin Ave\, Coquitlam)\n\nIf you have any questions about this group\, please email Amy Carreiro at amy.carreiro@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/tiny-tunes-6/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:YMCA CCRR Office\, 1130 Austin Ave\, Coquitlam\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:0-6 Years
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amy Carreiro":MAILTO:amy.carreiro@westcoastfamily.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260924T200000
DTSTAMP:20260806T222342Z
CREATED:20260806T222342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T222342Z
UID:10003857-1790272800-1790280000@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Successful Co-Parenting
DESCRIPTION: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. \n*We ask that only one parent from each family register at a time for each Successful Co-Parenting group. \nSchedule: \n\nNow running every Thursdays\, September 17 – October 22\, 2026 from 6:00 PM – 8:00PM\nOnline via Zoom\nRegistration closes one week after the first session\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email bayle.james@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/successful-co-parenting-6/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Online\, Digital - See Post For Details\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Co-Parenting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bayle James":MAILTO:bayle.james@westcoastfamily.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260928T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260928T100000
DTSTAMP:20260806T173543Z
CREATED:20260806T173443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T173543Z
UID:10003708-1790586000-1790589600@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Mother Goose
DESCRIPTION:Come learn songs\, stories\, & rhythms with your little one. For parents with children 0-6 years old. \nDetails: \n\nDROP-IN\, no registration required. \nMondays\, Sept. 21 – Nov. 30\, 2026\, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM\nAt Central Elementary School – Upstairs next to the library\n\nIf you have any questions about this group\, please email family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/mother-goose-2-2/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:Central Elementary School\, 2260 Central Ave\, Port Coquitlam\, British Columbia\, V3C 1V8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:0-6 Years
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ORGANIZER;CN="Family Nav":MAILTO:family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260928T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260928T203000
DTSTAMP:20260806T192503Z
CREATED:20260806T192503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T192503Z
UID:10003846-1790622000-1790627400@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Boundaries with Love – Setting Limits that Stick (Without Shame or Shouting)
DESCRIPTION:Calm\, consistent approaches for emotional and behavioural boundaries. Led by facilitator Carmella Van Drunen. \nDetails: \n\nRegistration required. \nMonday\, Sept. 28\, 2026\, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (single session workshop)\nOnline via Zoom\n\nFor any questions about this group\, please email carmella.vandrunen@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/boundaries-with-love-setting-limits-that-stick-without-shame-or-shouting-3/
LOCATION:Online\, Digital - See Post For Details\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carmella Van Drunen":MAILTO:carmella.vandrunen@westcoastfamily.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260929T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260929T110000
DTSTAMP:20260806T174611Z
CREATED:20260806T174540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T174611Z
UID:10003740-1790674200-1790679600@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Stay & Play
DESCRIPTION:Come be a Birchland Buddy and join us in a free\, open gym full of balls\, tunnels\, hula-hoops and more! For parents with children aged 0-6. In partnership with SD43. \nDetails: \n\nNo registration required\, drop-in program!\nEvery Tuesday\, Sept. 22 – Dec. 1\, 2026\, no session Oct. 13 & Nov. 10\, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM\nAt Birchland Elementary School Gym (1331 Fraser Ave\, Port Coquitlam)\nEntrance at side door into gym\n\nIf you have any questions about this group\, please email family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/stay-play-2-2/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Birchland Elementary School\, 1331 Fraser Ave\, Port Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 1M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:0-6 Years
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shawna Comey":MAILTO:shawna.comey@westcoastfamily.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260929T110000
DTSTAMP:20260806T185745Z
CREATED:20260806T185745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T185745Z
UID:10003795-1790676000-1790679600@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Petite Picassos
DESCRIPTION:Children and parents will work together to explore their creative side using paint and collage materials. Samira will guide each session and introduce families to a variety of paint and collage materials. The focus will be on imagination and creative expression. For families with children 0-6 years old. \nDetails: \n\nDROP-IN\, no registration required. \nTuesdays\, Sept. 29\, Oct. 27\, & Nov. 24\, 2026\, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM\nAt the WFC Tri-Cities Office – entrance around back (2062 Manning Ave\, Port Coquitlam\, BC V3B 1L6)\n\nIf you have any questions about this group\, please email family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/petite-picassos/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:WFC Tri-Cities Office\, 2062 Manning Ave\, Port Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 1L6
CATEGORIES:0-6 Years
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ORGANIZER;CN="Family Nav":MAILTO:family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260929T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260929T193000
DTSTAMP:20260806T190912Z
CREATED:20260806T190759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T190912Z
UID:10003825-1790703000-1790710200@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Co-Parenting with Confidence
DESCRIPTION:An educational and supportive group for parents to connect as they navigate the ups and downs of the co-parenting journey. \nThrough a series of both online and in-person sessions\, facilitators invite parents to explore strategies and tools that may enhance communication\, reduce conflict\, and promote positive outcomes for their children. \n\nTopics explored include: \n\nNavigating the New Dynamics\nUnderstanding Impacts on Children\nBest Interest of the Child\nEffective Communication\nEmotional Awareness & Wellbeing\n\nAdditional details: \n\nCoffee\, tea\, & light snacks provided during in-person sessions\none-zone bus tickets provided for in-person sessions\nChildminding available upon request\n\nThis group is for parents currently engaged in a high-conflict co-parenting dynamic; Ideally participants have parenting time or unsupervised access to children\, and some form of communication with their co-parent. \n\nSchedule: \n\n\nTuesdays\, Sept. 15 – Nov. 3\, 2026\, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM \n\n\nAlternating weeks online via Zoom and in-person at the Link (2780 E Broadway\, Vancouver) \n\n\nRegistration at forms.office.com/r/5M8U90iWGA \nFor any questions\, please email bayle.james@westcoastfamily.org \nor breanna.bruns@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/co-parenting-with-confidence-3/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Hybrid (Online via Zoom & In-Person @ The Link)
CATEGORIES:Co-Parenting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bayle James":MAILTO:bayle.james@westcoastfamily.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261001T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261001T143000
DTSTAMP:20260810T200535Z
CREATED:20260806T184825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T200535Z
UID:10003784-1790861400-1790865000@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Tiny Tunes
DESCRIPTION:Share the love of language through songs\, rhymes and simple signs for your little one (aged 0-2). \nDetails: \n\nRegistration required – spots open weekly! \nThursdays\, Sept. 17 – Nov. 26\, 2026\, from 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM\nNo session on Oct. 8 & 22\nYMCA CCRR Office\, (1130 Austin Ave\, Coquitlam)\n\nIf you have any questions about this group\, please email Amy Carreiro at amy.carreiro@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/tiny-tunes-6/2026-10-01/
LOCATION:YMCA CCRR Office\, 1130 Austin Ave\, Coquitlam\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:0-6 Years
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amy Carreiro":MAILTO:amy.carreiro@westcoastfamily.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261001T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261001T200000
DTSTAMP:20260806T222342Z
CREATED:20260806T222342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T222342Z
UID:10003858-1790877600-1790884800@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Successful Co-Parenting
DESCRIPTION: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. \n*We ask that only one parent from each family register at a time for each Successful Co-Parenting group. \nSchedule: \n\nNow running every Thursdays\, September 17 – October 22\, 2026 from 6:00 PM – 8:00PM\nOnline via Zoom\nRegistration closes one week after the first session\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email bayle.james@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/successful-co-parenting-6/2026-10-01/
LOCATION:Online\, Digital - See Post For Details\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Co-Parenting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bayle James":MAILTO:bayle.james@westcoastfamily.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261005T100000
DTSTAMP:20260806T173543Z
CREATED:20260806T173443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T173543Z
UID:10003709-1791190800-1791194400@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Mother Goose
DESCRIPTION:Come learn songs\, stories\, & rhythms with your little one. For parents with children 0-6 years old. \nDetails: \n\nDROP-IN\, no registration required. \nMondays\, Sept. 21 – Nov. 30\, 2026\, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM\nAt Central Elementary School – Upstairs next to the library\n\nIf you have any questions about this group\, please email family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/mother-goose-2-2/2026-10-05/
LOCATION:Central Elementary School\, 2260 Central Ave\, Port Coquitlam\, British Columbia\, V3C 1V8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:0-6 Years
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ORGANIZER;CN="Family Nav":MAILTO:family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261005T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261005T203000
DTSTAMP:20260806T210447Z
CREATED:20260806T210447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T210447Z
UID:10003847-1791226800-1791232200@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Raising Resilient Kids: Helping Children Thrive Through Life’s Ups and Downs
DESCRIPTION:A strengths-based workshop to help parents nurture confidence\, problem-solving\, and emotional flexibility in their children — even in challenging times. Led by facilitator Carmella Van Drunen. \nDetails: \n\nRegistration required. \nMonday\, Oct. 5\, 2026\, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (single session workshop)\nOnline via Zoom\n\nFor any questions about this group\, please email carmella.vandrunen@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/raising-resilient-kids-helping-children-thrive-through-lifes-ups-and-downs-2/
LOCATION:Online\, Digital - See Post For Details\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carmella Van Drunen":MAILTO:carmella.vandrunen@westcoastfamily.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261006T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261006T110000
DTSTAMP:20260806T174611Z
CREATED:20260806T174540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T174611Z
UID:10003741-1791279000-1791284400@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:Stay & Play
DESCRIPTION:Come be a Birchland Buddy and join us in a free\, open gym full of balls\, tunnels\, hula-hoops and more! For parents with children aged 0-6. In partnership with SD43. \nDetails: \n\nNo registration required\, drop-in program!\nEvery Tuesday\, Sept. 22 – Dec. 1\, 2026\, no session Oct. 13 & Nov. 10\, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM\nAt Birchland Elementary School Gym (1331 Fraser Ave\, Port Coquitlam)\nEntrance at side door into gym\n\nIf you have any questions about this group\, please email family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/stay-play-2-2/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:Birchland Elementary School\, 1331 Fraser Ave\, Port Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 1M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:0-6 Years
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shawna Comey":MAILTO:shawna.comey@westcoastfamily.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261006T120000
DTSTAMP:20260806T190357Z
CREATED:20260806T190310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T190357Z
UID:10003807-1791280800-1791288000@westcoastfamily.org
SUMMARY:NEST Kindergarten Preparedness Group
DESCRIPTION:Prepare your child for success with the NEST Kindergarten Preparedness Group! \nDesigned for children under the age of 6 residing in Vancouver\, this 8-week program offers children the opportunity to strengthen skills in areas such as motor skills\, social interaction and cooperative play in anticipation for kindergarten. \nDetails: \n\nRegistration required. \nTuesdays\, Oct. 6 – Nov. 24\, 2026\, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nWFC’s The Link\n\nPlease register by emailing  NESTProgram@westcoastfamily.org \nLearn more about NEST Services at: The NEST | Westcoast Family Centres – Westcoast Family Centres
URL:https://westcoastfamily.org/event/nest-kindergarten-preparedness-group/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:The Link\, 2780 E Broadway\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5M 1Y8\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Khristelle Hizon":MAILTO:khristelle.hizon@westcoastfamily.org
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