Sibling Relationships

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Every parent hopes their children will have a strong relationship with one another, but we may feel that we spend most of our time being the referee in their disagreements instead!  In this workshop, we will explore sibling dynamics and discuss how to decrease those fights and help your children value and form healthy [...]

Play Planning

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What does play look like for you? In this session, we will explore that it means to plan ‘purposeful play’ for our children, so we can incorporate learning into play! Register

Dad Chat: Modern Fatherhood

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Join us for an evening of community, honest conversation, and discussion about the reality of fatherhood in today’s world. How can fathers challenge social norms of parenting and grow in their ability to connect meaningfully with their children. This session will highlight a father’s role, but is not limited for those who do not [...]

Sensory Play for Little Ones

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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. [...]

Children’s Grief and Disappointment

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What do you do when your child experiences grief or disappointment? Whether they didn’t get what they wanted, or they’ve lost a loved one, it can be hard to know how to help your child. This session will cover different levels of child development and tools you can use to help them manage the [...]

Recurring

Story time

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Join us as we read aloud to the children and learn about the benefits of this fun and easy activity. Different stories will be featured each week. Register

Resilience: Stressful Experiences and Child Development

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Did you know your child can be also stressed just like any of us? During this session, we will explore different types of stresses children experience and how it affects their development, followed by a group discussion about strategies for developing resilient children. Register

Family Activity: Creativity in the Snow

Riley Park 800 12 St NW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Join us for an interactive gathering at Riley Park for some distanced play in the snow and chat. Come for the whole time, or just for some. This casual meetup is a great way to get to know other families in our community! Dress warm for some active outdoor play in the snow. [...]

Adventurous Play

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What is Adventurous Play? What does it look like? What does it mean? This workshop will explore definitions and types of risky play and what that looks like for young children. We will learn how risk-taking play can expand children’s healthy development as well as build strong foundations for exploring and learning about their [...]

Welcome to LENA Start

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Talking with your baby is the best way to help their brain grow. Family Champion Program is launching the next LENA Start program in winter 2022. 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! [...]