Come join us in a gentle yoga practice to learn about poses that will help your baby with digestion and sleep. This is an opportunity to connect and create a strong healthy bond with your baby while enjoying a gentle stretch for yourself. Namaste! Register
Come, learn and discuss how to navigate your child’s challenging behaviors. We will go over what can cause these behaviors, how to prevent an escalation, and even learn to identify when your child is starting to move up the crisis cycle. Behavior is a normal part of life. Being able to support your child in [...]
My Tween and Me is a facilitated group program that provides parents and their tweens with the knowledge, tools and support they need during the child’s transition to adolescence. Offered to parents/caregivers and their children aged 7 through 12, the program strengthens parent-child communication and supports parents in building a positive relationship with their tween. [...]
Come join us to learn more about the Divorce Act and the impact it has on Canadian families experiencing separation and divorce. Participants will learn more about the impact of family conflict on children, describe how it can help keep families safer and apply this knowledge to improve navigation of the family justice system. This [...]
We will be sharing the fun of different songs, rhymes, movements, and stories. The focus is creative, emotional expression. Register
Welcome to our new mindfulness series! On the first Wednesday of the month, we will take a look at what mindfulness is, its benefits, how to practice it, and how it can help you as a parent. Then we will have a brief mindfulness practice. The series continues Wednesdays at noon where we will practice [...]
Join us in person as children explore different materials and learn new skills each week to spark their imagination and create something truly unique. Register
This workshop will provide parents and caregivers with evidence-based information, support and resources that will help build the skills too positively, effectively guide, and support children’s behaviours. Participants will learn new and innovative strategies for positive behaviour guidance and understand the impact of separation, divorce and other family conflict has on children’s development, and will [...]
Fuel your child’s creativity and sense of exploration with us. We are exploring loose parts together which are open-ended materials that have unlimited possibilities. Then bring these ideas home with you for extended play at home. Register
Separation, divorce, and family restructuring can bring about a variety of different changes and challenges for both children and their families. Participants in this workshop will learn more about recognizing and understanding children’s needs and emotions during difficult times. Additionally, participant will recognize positive conflict management skills to support their children through difficult times. This [...]
This session is designed for parents who are involved in any supervised access parenting program. In this workshop we go over navigating our emotions about supervised parenting time, navigating our children's emotions, how missed parenting time affect our children, and how to prepare ourselves and our children for our time together. This workshop is suitable [...]
My Tween and Me is a facilitated group program that provides parents and their tweens with the knowledge, tools and support they need during the child’s transition to adolescence. Offered to parents/caregivers and their children aged 7 through 12, the program strengthens parent-child communication and supports parents in building a positive relationship with their tween. [...]
Welcome to our new mindfulness series! On the first Wednesday of the month, we will take a look at what mindfulness is, its benefits, how to practice it, and how it can help you as a parent. Then we will have a brief mindfulness practice. The series continues Wednesdays at noon where we will practice [...]
This workshop will explore the impact of family violence and other family conflict on children is developing brains. Stress and anxiety can be healthy responses to difficult situations for children, but when stress and anxiety is prolonged and frequent it can lead to negative health outcomes for children as they grow. Participants in this workshop [...]
This session is designed for parents who are involved in any supervised access parenting program. In this workshop we go over navigating our emotions about supervised parenting time, navigating our children's emotions, how missed parenting time affect our children, and how to prepare ourselves and our children for our time together. This workshop is suitable [...]
Learning how to move forward and navigate a co-parenting arrangement amongst changing relationships can be difficult. Join us to learn more about common challenges associated to co-parenting, the benefits of establishing a healthy co-parenting arrangement and different strategies and ideas for making co-parenting more manageable. This program is free of charge and open to parents [...]
How we talk to children about divorce matters! Come learn how to approach the subject and how to talk to kids of all ages about it! This program is free of charge and open to parents and caregivers across Canada. All participants will receive a certificate of completion for each workshop they participate in. Haven [...]
How we talk to children about divorce matters! Come learn how to approach the subject and how to talk to kids of all ages about it! This program is free of charge and open to parents and caregivers across Canada. All participants will receive a certificate of completion for each workshop they participate in. Register [...]
Talking with your baby is the best way to help their brain grow. The YW Family Champions will be launching the next LENA Start program in fall 2023. Join us for an information session as we introduce what LENA Start is, and how we can increase children’s language development, and so much more! Register
Come join us in a gentle yoga practice to learn about poses that will help your baby with digestion and sleep. This is an opportunity to connect and create a strong healthy bond with your baby while enjoying a gentle stretch for yourself. Namaste! Register
The first three years are a time of tremendous learning and brain development, and little ones learn primarily through their 5 senses. This interactive workshop will explore a variety of ways that parents can play with their infants and toddlers and engage their senses to promote attachment and build their brains. Register
My Tween and Me is a facilitated group program that provides parents and their tweens with the knowledge, tools and support they need during the child’s transition to adolescence. Offered to parents/caregivers and their children aged 7 through 12, the program strengthens parent-child communication and supports parents in building a positive relationship with their tween. [...]
Boundaries are tough! Especially when working with someone who you don’t see eye to eye with. This workshop talks about things that are within our control and outside of our control, and gives strategies to communicate our boundaries gently and effectively. This program is free of charge and open to parents and caregivers across Canada. [...]
We will be sharing the fun of different songs, rhymes, movements, and stories. The focus is creative, emotional expression. Register
Welcome to our new mindfulness series! On the first Wednesday of the month, we will take a look at what mindfulness is, its benefits, how to practice it, and how it can help you as a parent. Then we will have a brief mindfulness practice. The series continues Wednesdays at noon where we will practice [...]
The first three years are a time of tremendous learning and brain development, and little ones learn primarily through their 5 senses. This interactive workshop will explore a variety of ways that parents can play with their infants and toddlers and engage their senses to promote attachment and build their brains. Register
Coffee and Play is a program that provides a safe and supportive environment where caregivers can bring their little ones to explore and engage in a variety of play activities, and come together with others to discuss their challenges, share their experiences, and learn from one another. During each session, participants will be provided with [...]
This workshop will provide parents and caregivers with evidence-based information, support and resources that will help build the skills too positively, effectively guide, and support children’s behaviours. Participants will learn new and innovative strategies for positive behaviour guidance and understand the impact of separation, divorce and other family conflict has on children’s development, and will [...]
This session is designed for parents who are involved in any supervised access parenting program. In this workshop we go over navigating our emotions about supervised parenting time, navigating our children's emotions, how missed parenting time affect our children, and how to prepare ourselves and our children for our time together. This workshop is suitable [...]
Planning ahead and being proactive with our routines can help you, your child and your family thrive in any season. This session will provide caregivers with a framework of understanding the importance of routines and expectations, how to implement them and how to use them to grow more connected with your child. Register
Come join us in a gentle yoga practice to learn about poses that will help your baby with digestion and sleep. This is an opportunity to connect and create a strong healthy bond with your baby while enjoying a gentle stretch for yourself. Namaste! Register
The first three years are a time of tremendous learning and brain development, and little ones learn primarily through their 5 senses. This interactive workshop will explore a variety of ways that parents can play with their infants and toddlers and engage their senses to promote attachment and build their brains. Register
My Tween and Me is a facilitated group program that provides parents and their tweens with the knowledge, tools and support they need during the child’s transition to adolescence. Offered to parents/caregivers and their children aged 7 through 12, the program strengthens parent-child communication and supports parents in building a positive relationship with their tween. [...]
Coffee and Connection is a program that provides a safe and supportive environment where caregivers can come together to discuss their challenges, share their experiences, and learn from one another. During each session, participants will be provided with a warm cup of coffee to enjoy while they engage in discussions and activities. The program will [...]
Welcome to our new mindfulness series! On the first Wednesday of the month, we will take a look at what mindfulness is, its benefits, how to practice it, and how it can help you as a parent. Then we will have a brief mindfulness practice. The series continues Wednesdays at noon where we will practice [...]
Come join us to learn more about the Divorce Act and the impact it has on Canadian families experiencing separation and divorce. Participants will learn more about the impact of family conflict on children, describe how it can help keep families safer and apply this knowledge to improve navigation of the family justice system. This [...]
Join us in person as children explore different materials and learn new skills each week to spark their imagination and create something truly unique. Register
Separation, divorce and family restructuring can bring about a variety of different changes and challenges for both children and their families. Participants in this workshop will learn more about recognizing and understanding children’s needs and emotions during difficult times. Additionally, participant will explore different strategies and skills to be able to respond to their children’s [...]
Fuel your child’s creativity and sense of exploration with us. We are exploring loose parts together which are open-ended materials that have unlimited possibilities. Then bring these ideas home with you for extended play at home. Register
Fuel your child’s creativity and sense of exploration with us. We are exploring loose parts together which are open-ended materials that have unlimited possibilities. Then bring these ideas home with you for extended play at home. Register
Separation, divorce, and family restructuring can bring about a variety of different changes and challenges for both children and their families. Participants in this workshop will learn more about recognizing and understanding children’s needs and emotions during difficult times. Additionally, participant will recognize positive conflict management skills to support their children through difficult times. This [...]
The first three years are a time of tremendous learning and brain development, and little ones learn primarily through their 5 senses. This interactive workshop will explore a variety of ways that parents can play with their infants and toddlers and engage their senses to promote attachment and build their brains. Register
Come join us in a gentle yoga practice to learn about poses that will help your baby with digestion and sleep. This is an opportunity to connect and create a strong healthy bond with your baby while enjoying a gentle stretch for yourself. Namaste! Register
Coaching Your Kids workshop is intended to help parents gain an understanding of the difference between validations versus invalidation. Parents will learn the effects of invalidation, how to help children recover from it and how it can be implemented into their daily routines using skillful behavior and a mindful approach. Register
This session will explore the challenges of being a single parent and focus on single-parent families' strengths. We will discuss how to build self-esteem and confidence in single parents, discover how to implement lasting traditions and provide strategies for dealing with access and visitation. Register
We will be sharing the fun of different songs, rhymes, movements, and stories. The focus is creative, emotional expression. Register
Come join us in a gentle yoga practice to learn about poses that will help your baby with digestion and sleep. This is an opportunity to connect and create a strong healthy bond with your baby while enjoying a gentle stretch for yourself. Namaste! Register
This workshop, for caregivers, discusses suicide safety planning for youth 12+. This is a program aimed at providing valuable information and skills to caregivers on how to effectively support young people who may be struggling with suicidal thoughts or behaviors. Throughout the program, participants will learn about the warning signs of suicide and the risk [...]
Come and learn tips and tricks on how to best manage transitions. This session will discuss how to prepare your child for a transition between preferred and non-preferred activities, how to manage behaviours when transitions do not go smoothly, and tools for you to use to help with transitions. Register
This session is designed for parents who are involved in any supervised access parenting program. In this workshop we go over navigating our emotions about supervised parenting time, navigating our children's emotions, how missed parenting time affect our children, and how to prepare ourselves and our children for our time together. This workshop is suitable [...]
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