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February 20, 2026

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What Your Kindness Meant: Families Share Their Holiday Hamper Experiences

Every year, our community comes together in a remarkable display of compassion during our Holiday Hamper campaign. Through the overwhelming generosity of our sponsors, donors, and volunteers, more families than ever experienced a holiday filled with warmth, dignity, and hope....

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January 8, 2026

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Holiday Hampers 2025: A Year of Community Generosity

Every holiday season, our community comes together in the most heart‑warming way to support Westcoast Family Centres clients through our Holiday Hamper Program. What began as a simple gesture of kindness has grown into one of our most impactful annual...

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January 2, 2026

Coffee and Connect

Join us Friday mornings for an opportunity to connect with other parents in the community. Family Support Workers from Westcoast Family Centres Society will be on hand to support with any parenting questions and provide information on community resources. Snacks,...

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December 9, 2025

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Together We Thrive: Reflecting on Our 2024–2025 Achievements

Celebrating Resilience and Growth: Our 2024–2025 Year in Review As we close another year at Westcoast Family Centres, we reflect on a journey defined by resilience, purpose, and community. For over 41 years, our mission has remained steadfast: to strengthen...

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December 4, 2025

Resource Café

WFC and Burnaby Family Life welcome you to our resource café providing a physical space with community-based support, including one-on-one connection with a WFC specialist for local service referrals. While enjoying free coffee, tea, and computer access, participants can access...

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December 4, 2025

Parenting the Teen Brain – Understanding Adolescents with Empathy & Skill

Neuroscience-informed insights for connecting through the teenage years. Led by facilitator Kristy Ambrose. Details: Registration required.  Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (single session workshop) Online via Zoom For any questions about this group, please email kristy.ambrose@westcoastfamily.org

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December 4, 2025

Boundaries with Love – Setting Limits that Stick (Without Shame or Shouting)

Calm, consistent approaches for emotional and behavioural boundaries. Led by facilitator Kristy Ambrose. Details: Registration required.  Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (single session workshop) Online via Zoom For any questions about this group, please email kristy.ambrose@westcoastfamily.org

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December 4, 2025

The Power of Pause: Responding Instead of Reacting

A practical workshop to help parent’s slowdown in heated moments, manage emotional triggers, and choose calm, intentional responses — even when kids push every button. Led by facilitator Kristy Ambrose. Details: Registration required.  Thursday, March 5, 2026, 10:30 PM - 12:00...

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December 4, 2025

Breaking the Cycle: Healing Your Triggers to Parent with Calm

Explore how your own childhood experiences shape your reactions — and learn gentle, trauma-informed ways to respond instead of repeat old patterns. Led by facilitator Kristy Ambrose. Details: Registration required.  Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (single session...

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December 4, 2025

Good Enough is Great: Letting Go of Parental Perfectionism

Learn how unrealistic expectations and comparison steal your joy — and discover how to embrace “good enough” parenting with self-compassion and confidence. Led by facilitator Kristy Ambrose. Details: Registration required.  Thursday, February 26, 2026, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM (single...

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