Starting as early as 1942, Canada's Food Guides have been part of our society working towards improving Canadians Health and Wellness. As the years went on our food guide has taken different directions to reflect the changes. This year, possibly being one of the biggest changes to that food guide format. Other Food Guide Changes No longer,…
Residential/Overnight Kawkawa Camp 49% Keats Camp 19% Qwanoes Camp 19% Sasamat Outdoor Centre 9% Camp Fircom 4% General Westside Montessori Academy 32% Mt Seymour Resort 20% 6 Pack Indoor Beach Kids Camp 18% YMCA 18% West Point Grey Community Centre 11% Dance, Music, Performing Arts Lights Up Musical Theatre Schools 51% Arts Umbrella 22% Place…
Independent Schools Westside Montessori Academy 54% Eaton Arrowsmith School 21% Crofton House School 9% Ecole Cousteau 9% York House School 6% Tutors Symbols Multisensory Learning Center 51% West Coast Centre for Learning 24% Kumon 16% Sylvan 7% Eye Level 3% Preschools Kiddies Korner Preschool 33% Burnaby French Language Preschool 33% Westside Montessori Academy 26% Creative…
Party People Out of The Rain Events 39% Fairy Skye 27% Higher Function 16% The Enchanted Princess Kingdom 12% In the Company of Fairies 6% Party Places Fairy Skye Castle 70% The World of Kidtropolis 21% 6Pack Indoor Beach 6% TumbleTown Movement 2% Wonder of Learning 1% Party Supplies Party City 51% Dollarama 25% Party…
Kid's Night Out The World of Kidtropolis 52.31% Delta Gymnasics 15.90% YMCA 13.85% TumbleTown 11.79% Wayland Sports 6.15% Play Cafes Treehaus Teahaus 45.49% Circus Play Cafe 21.66% Kids Play Cafe 16.97% The Great Escape 9.03% 6 Pack Indoor Beach Court Side Cafe 6.86% Outdoor Attractions PNE/Playland 30.08% Burnaby Village Museum 23.58% Terra Nova Adventure Playground…
Fashion is a tough business as, our next interviewee, Angela Saxena can attest. Angela recently launched her family-friendly loungewear line, Lav and Kush, with a design focus on comfort clothing for women but especially busy moms that are versatile enough for loungewear or running out to meetings. These stylish, locally, ethically made outfits can also…
With Winter comes some great things too. The Holidays are just around the corner and children are getting into their groove at school. What will the New Year bring? In this issue, we have put together some resources to help get 2019 off to a great start - Winter Activities Guide, Independent School Guide etc.…
This month, from October 15-21, the Vancouver Writers Fest will welcome more than 30 children’s and young adult authors – including beloved writers Kenneth Oppel and Susin Nielsen – to host a range of fun, inspiring and educational family events. Each is specifically designed for children from K-12. This year, the Festival is offering free…
Back to School is just around the corner. It's now time to stop thinking about which Summer Camps to enroll the kids in and consider which activities for them to do after school and on weekends. Will it be the same as last year? Or are you considering something new? Here are some ideas that…
It’s hard to believe that summer is half over. The time has flown by and now it’s time to start thinking about getting back into a routine and preparing for the school year. What will this school year bring for you? New activities—dance, sports, theatre—or will it bring a focus on education? Maybe a combination…
Summer holiday is fast approaching so now is the time to start planning how to fill the eight weeks. Will you take a holiday? Book in some summer camps? In this issue, there are some great suggestions to fill the time at home - with bubbles, getting messy or blogging. Our 2018 Summer Camp guide…
British Columbia is an amazing place to live and we're very lucky to be here, but as the Winter month's drag on, sometimes it's nice to get away from the rain and escape to the Sun. My family did just that, on a recent trip to Maui. After a 6-hr direct flight from Bellingham, we…
We are excited to be sharing some mompreneurial insight with you from sisters, Victoria and Phillipa, the founders of Pip and Vix Art Kits! My children had the please of trying these art kits out and had an absolute blast. Read the review here. What was the inspiration for Pip and Vix? I first thought…
The other day we had the pleasure of trying out an art kit from Pip & Vix. It was a rainy day and we had OD'ed on screentime so it was time to do another activity. My 3-year-old was very excited when she was pulling out all the amazing pieces that came with the 3-D painting…
Eye contact: Some people with autism struggle with making eye contact. This does not mean the person is not listening or attentive. Use your senses: people with autism often communicate in nonverbal ways. Some use pictures, exchange boards, or other ways. So observe and listen. Take time: Give the person a moment to process. Keep…
It's here! The Family Resource Guide for 2018. Bookmark this page and use this directory to find new places to go, hold birthday parties, get supplies and so much more. Enjoy the read.
The school year is in full swing. Kids are busy learning, and we're busy helping them the best we can. One way to potentially help is by getting a psychological educational assessment, but what is that? Unsure what it is, or if your child needs one, read Demystifying Psychological Educational Assessments to learn more. Looking for…
Whether your child is nearing school age or if they are already enrolled, parents cross fingers hoping their child’s educational experience will be a positive one. If you are in the midst of pondering your child’s schooling experience, take time to visit the Private School Expo on November 19th at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre. Finding the best…
It's here and we're in the thick of it. Check out our most recent issue here for some great ideas on Fall Activities, when to investigate into dental issues and more.
In this issue, we’ve tried to pull together some resources to make your Summer experiences a little smoother. You’ll find our extensive camp guide, tips on how to entertain, tips on how to keep your young learners learning, and ways to make a holiday more achievable on a tight budget.
Looking for places to go, people to see, party places? Be sure to check out our comprehensive guide to Family Fun, Birthday Parties, Home, Education, Classes and Programs, Summer Camps and Family Health! All the contacts a BC parent needs to know for 2017. Read the issue here!
The Spring 2017 issue of BC Parent including articles on Chiropractic for children, Montessori Schooling and Tutoring.
Transforming your child's cherished art pieces Cherishing your children’s art is a parent’s duty, but sometimes there is too much to put on the fridge and your house is overcome by pieces from your aspiring artist. How do you encourage your child and ensure that original pieces aren’t damaged along the way? How do you…
On a recent trip to the UK, I was asked by my Mother in Law if I had a babysitting circle? I wasn’t sure what she was talking about, and when I Googled it I realized I didn’t have one and wow did I ever need one. What is a babysitting circle, you ask? Well,…
