Who Are They Becoming? Supporting Your Child’s Identity in the New Year
Identity—our repeated way of being—shapes everything. If I'm constantly stressed, frazzled, frustrated, running on empty, my children absorb that.
The Unstoppable “Reset” Mindset
8 min readReset is for anyone who knows the strain of balancing life on the tightrope of being everything to everyone.
Seamless Childcare in BC Schools Is Gaining Momentum
3 min readFor seamless childcare to reach families province-wide, school districts need ongoing funding and policy support from the provincial government.
2026 New Year’s Resolutions and the Personal Impact They Have on Individuals
5 min readNew Year’s resolutions have symbolized intention, reflection, and personal growth...
5 Mind-Blowing Ways to Help Your Neurodivergent Child Through BC’s Dark, Rainy January
6 min readActivities that involve pushing, pulling, or carrying provide proprioceptive input, which has a calming effect on the nervous system...
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October 6, 2025
Print Magazine Release – Education 2025
Education extends far beyond the classroom. It’s about understanding the style of learning for everyone, starting in preschool and extending into extracurriculars like the arts to formal learning. Every path has a purpose to help our kids grow both academically and personally. In this issue, you’ll find guidance on helping a child with dyslexia, choosing…
Read NowYay – Release of the Annual Resource Guide!
In this issue, we've gone beyond the directory listings. You can expect to find great Summer Camp ideas, Outdoor Mountain Fun ideas, and updates on digital devices in schools. Please let us know which is your favorite article. Enjoy and Happy Summer! Read the issue here.
School’s back and so are we! Education issue 2024
The Summer is over and school bells are ringing again. A new school year can be exciting, but with a new school year comes additional stress for some. In this issue, we share tips on visualization techniques, getting your children invested in their education and ways to help them through academic anxiety. To help you…
Helpful Annual Family Resource Guide 2024
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Parenting
Who Are They Becoming? Supporting Your Child’s Identity in the
8 min readIdentity—our repeated way of being—shapes everything. If I'm constantly stressed, frazzled, frustrated, running on empty, my children absorb that.
The Unstoppable “Reset” Mindset
8 min readReset is for anyone who knows the strain of balancing life on the tightrope of being everything to everyone.
Family Favourites 2026!
2 min readThe nominations have been tallied, and the voting begins on January 10th! Look at the Family Favourites you nominated! Family Favourite Nominees 2026 Congratulations to all the nominees!
6 Ways to Beat the Holiday Blues: Single Parent Edition
6 min readDo you remember how delightful Christmas holiday was when you were little? If the countdown to Christmas is stressing you out, it just means you’ve grown up! Read these tips to reclaim the magic of the holiday season.
Childcare Nutrition Programs: What Parents Should Look For (and Why
6 min readChildcare nutrition programs do much more than provide food—they supports the development of lifelong habits and social-emotional skills.
Finding Hope, One Tiny Step at a Time: How My
4 min readWhen I first heard the word clubfoot, I froze. I had never heard of it before. All I knew was that my baby’s tiny feet — the ones I had dreamed of seeing take her first steps — would need treatment, casts, and braces for months, maybe years. I remember holding her close in the…
Education
Seamless Childcare in BC Schools Is Gaining Momentum
3 min readFor seamless childcare to reach families province-wide, school districts need ongoing funding and policy support from the provincial government.
Childcare Nutrition Programs: What Parents Should Look For (and Why
6 min readChildcare nutrition programs do much more than provide food—they supports the development of lifelong habits and social-emotional skills.
Choosing the Right Preschool for Your Child 2025/26
11 min readChoosing a preschool is one of the most important decisions parents make in their child’s early years.
Claren Academy – Founded in 2017 with a focus on
11 min readClaren Academy, a choice a top private school in Vancouver, was founded by parents who felt a real urgency to prepare their own kids, and other Vancouver kids, for their actual future. With the rate of change in jobs, valued skills, and technology, they felt compelled to start right at kindergarten, focusing on “things that…
Fraser Academy: Leading the Way in Educating Dyslexic Learners
4 min readOne in five children has a learning difference or are dyslexic learners. Fraser Academy, a Grade 2–12 day school in Vancouver’s Kitsilano neighbourhood, specializes in supporting students with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences.
Print Magazine Release – Education 2025
< 1 min readEducation extends far beyond the classroom. It’s about understanding the style of learning for everyone, starting in preschool and extending into extracurriculars like the arts to formal learning. Every path has a purpose to help our kids grow both academically and personally. In this issue, you’ll find guidance on helping a child with dyslexia, choosing…
Health
5 Mind-Blowing Ways to Help Your Neurodivergent Child Through BC’s
6 min readActivities that involve pushing, pulling, or carrying provide proprioceptive input, which has a calming effect on the nervous system...
Curious On How To Gain More Life in 2026? VO2
5 min readWhat is VO2 max? VO2 max is a measurement of the maximum amount of oxygen your body can utilize during intense exercise.
Planning a Successful Winter Break for Your Neurodivergent Child
5 min readWinter break gets busy fast, but you don't have to attend every event. An overwhelmed child plus more activities rarely leads to joy.
Is the Holiday Season Impacting Your Mental Health? Here are
4 min readFor some reason, the holidays always have a way of sneaking up on us. Then, before we know it, we get buried with an endless to-do list. seem to sneak up on us, and before we realize it, we’re buried under an endless to-do list. Here are 3 things to think about to determine if…
Understanding Food Allergies in Canada: What Every Family Needs to
5 min readFood allergy symptoms can appear within minutes or hours after eating...
Childcare Nutrition Programs: What Parents Should Look For (and Why
6 min readChildcare nutrition programs do much more than provide food—they supports the development of lifelong habits and social-emotional skills.
Activites
6 Ways to Beat the Holiday Blues: Single Parent Edition
6 min readDo you remember how delightful Christmas holiday was when you were little? If the countdown to Christmas is stressing you out, it just means you’ve grown up! Read these tips to reclaim the magic of the holiday season.
An Interesting Interview with Roy Vickers
4 min readGrowing up as a child, I always enjoyed paint by numbers and colouring books and drawing of any sort. Pencils and paper were my favourite tools and I always love to draw. As I became more interested in art, I discovered that I am partially colour blind to all hues of colour. When I discovered…
Useful Outdoor Family Activities: Helping Kids Connect with Nature, 1
5 min readA great family outdoor activity is helping kids make a connection, through hands-on activities and simple awareness, not only teaching them about nature’s cycles but also planting the seeds of respect for our environment. Together, we can nurture that understanding—one wildflower, one pollinator hunt, and one tiny bee at a time.
3 Effective Ways for Managing Screen Time and Staying Connected
6 min readThe beginning of summer is a great time to start creating boundaries and managing screen time. Instead of banning screens altogether, which is often unrealistic for most families, the focus can shift to creating intentional limits and routines that support both connection and independence.
4 Reasons Why Yoga for kids is the Secret to
4 min readYou’ve probably heard of yoga—it’s an ancient practice with a 5,000-year history! Many people think of it as just stretching or an activity for adults, but yoga is a powerful, often-overlooked tool that can increase overall well-being in kids. True well-being isn’t one-dimensional—it’s a blend of physical, mental, emotional, cognitive, and even spiritual health.
Beyond the Snow: Summer Fun for Kids on the Local
6 min readMany think the local mountains can only be enjoyed during the Winter. Little do they know the local mountains come alive with outdoor activities for families during the warmer months. Offering a wide range of activities from fun adventures to educational experiences there is something for everyone to enjoy. Enjoy a staycation and take a…
