Raising Neurodiverse Children with Compassion & Clarity

Celebrating strengths and managing challenges. Led by facilitator Kristy Ambrose.

Details:

  • Registration required. 
  • Tuesday, February 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

Practical, brain-based strategies for big feelings. Led by facilitator Kristy Ambrose.

Details:

  • Registration required. 
  • Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (single session workshop)
  • Online via Zoom

For any questions about this group, please email kristy.ambrose@westcoastfamily.org

An evening of parent education on healthy eating habits & first foods. For caregivers of children aged 0-6 years old.

Details:

  • Registration required! 
  • Saturdays, January 10 – 31, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Online via Zoom

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

Bring the family for some Friday Crafting Fun! For families with children 0-6, older siblings welcome. In partnership with Metro Vancouver.

Details:

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

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 February 12 to June 18, 2026
  • 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
  • Online via Zoom

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

 

Join us for a 5-week Infant Massage Course for parents with children 0-12 months old.

In addition to learning the strokes, discover how Infant Massage, through deep connection and gentle nurturing touch can:

  • Strengthen your bond with your baby
  • Improve sleep and relaxation
  • Aid digestion and ease colic
  • Support healthy growth and development

Please dress comfortably and bring along a yoga mat, towel or blanket. Massage oil will be provided.

Details:

  • Registration required. 
  • Tuesdays, February 3 – March 3, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
  • WFC Tri-Cities Office (2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam) – back of building

Come join us with your little ones for a fun-filled circle & story time. For parents with children aged 0-6 years old.

Details:

  • Drop-in, no registration required!
  • Drop-in on Mondays, January 12 – March 2, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

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

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

Join us for a 5-week Infant Massage Course. In addition to learning the strokes, discover how Infant Massage, through deep connection and gentle nurturing touch can:

  • Strengthen your bond with your baby
  • Improve sleep and relaxation
  • Aid digestion and ease colic
  • Support healthy growth and development

Details:

  • Registration required. 
  • Tuesdays, Oct. 21 – Nov. 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
  • (No session on Nov. 11)
  • 2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam

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

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

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