An Amazing Lifetime of Music Begins Here ™
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Fun. Uplifting. Magical. Transformative. These are just a few of the ways that parents describe Music Together®. Want to join their amazing community of Music Together families?
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My Son’s Legacy, the 2023 Butterfly Run & Giving Back
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After the loss of her son Wilder in 2017, Kimberly Lockhart began searching for a sense of community. She discovered that Vancouver did not have a memorial walk for infertility and pregnancy loss. Lockhart knew there was a need to raise awareness and she desired to bring families together to connect and support one another.…
Why Orange Shirt Day is important?
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Orange Shirt Day, is a grassroots campaign founded by Phyllis Webstad.
5 Cute “Mommy and Me” Outfit Ideas for You and
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Even though mommy-and-me matching outfit fashion dates back to the 1900s, it’s a trend that has yet to go out of style. It’s always a delight to see mothers and their kids wearing matching clothes, and it’s a fun and creative way for moms to dress up their mini-mes.
From Screens to Dreams: Balancing Screen Time and Healthy Sleep
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Sleep deprivation can lead to challenges at school, socially with friends and family, in extra-curricular activities, and it can lead to more illness. It directly impacts their mental health and wellbeing, as well as their growth and development.
Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week (September 17th – 24th)
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In 2021, Transport Canada reported 57 fatalities and 5,303 injuries for children 0-14 years of age. Here are 5 car seat safety tips.
What to expect and how to help your child through
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Adolescence is a time when youth typically want to fit in with their peers and be seen as similar to their peers. Yet, when adolescents don’t understand the changes their bodies are going through during puberty, many are left feeling different from their peers, and worry that they are not “normal.” The truth is that…
Effective Parenting Techniques – Encouraging Growth Mindset
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Are you going to be parents? Most likely, you are feeling nervous and happy at thesame time. It won't be wrong to say that this is quite obvious. Parenting can beconsidered one of the most difficult jobs in the world. It's kind of a race that startsafter a certain period, but there is no end.…
The Amazing PNE Fair is back from August 19-September 4!
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Come to the PNE Fair to see all the attractions you know and love, plus attractions for both the kids and the adults. NEW under $10 Taste of the Fair menu that includes a list of specialty options that will keep your costs down and the fun rolling. With over 50 vendors at this year's…
The Art of Co-Parenting: Nurturing Harmonious Child Upbringing Together
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Co-parenting entails both parents actively participating in the upbringing of their children, despite no longer being in a romantic relationship. It prioritizes the well-being and development of the child, fostering stability, consistency, and healthy communication.
Vancouver Mural Festival announces return of the Mount Pleasant Street
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The Vancouver Mural Festival’s Mount Pleasant Street Party returns on August 10 - 13 after the street party’s three-year pandemic hiatus.
New Ways To Keep Your Kids Busy During Summer Break
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Let's get into it as we explore new ways to keep kids busy during Summer break. There are a variety of new ways through which caregivers or parents can keep their young ones busy.
Get Unplugged: How Excessive Screen Time Affect Childhood Development
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More current research is showing that excessive screen time is associated with other delayed cognitive and linguistic development.
2023 VANCOUVER FOLK MUSIC FESTIVAL
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The Vancouver Folk Music Festival hits the grass at Jericho Beach Park in a few days.
Get more Scream time at Playland!!!
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This year, get more scream time at Playland, where you'll find thrills the algorithm could only dream of. The Playland season started in June and runs until August 18.
5 Inspiring Lessons Learned From Building A Business With My
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Never in my wildest dreams did I think my teenage daughter would become my business partner. During the early days of the pandemic, I was looking for things to keep my kids busy and happy due to the isolation they were facing. That's when Ruby Crate was born.
Staycation – 8 ways to fill your days with exciting
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It's Summer vacation. Do you have camps planned? Holidays? Or lots of time to fill locally? Why not turn those days around the house into more of a Staycation and take an adventure locally?
Fun ways to embrace Canadian Multiculturalism Day
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On June 27, Canadian Multiculturalism Day honours the many cultural communities that help build a strong and vibrant Canadian society. Take this opportunity to celebrate the cultural diversity that enriches us collectively and reaffirm your commitment to equity, inclusion, and mutual respect. Here are some resources to introduce your children to this concept.
10 Things You Can Do with Your Kids this Summer
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Summer’s here and school is out (or will be very shortly), so what can we do to keep our kids’ brains developing?
The Statistics don’t lie, Fathers Matter. But what if your
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While some families spend copious amounts of time and money to have the perfect Father’s Day gift, others are struggling to meet dual parent demands and reassure their kids, while some may be in denial about the level of impact of a father’s absence on the child. The truth of the matter is, fathers matter.
3 Common In-Home Fire Hazards and How to Prevent Them
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It’s normal for children to be naturally curious about fire. They may ask questions such as “how hot is fire?” or show an interest through playing with fire trucks or cooking on a play stove.
What to do this weekend? 8 exciting events to check
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June is a great month to get out and explore the City. There are a number of great events going on across the Lower Mainland to check out.
8 Activities as a Family – Strengthening Family Connections
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Here are a few suggestions on how to create memorable family time and take advantage of the amazing local options we have available.
Family Services of Greater Vancouver Launches Un\Interrupted, Raising Awareness for Victims
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Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV) is a national leader in providing supports for victims and survivors of exploitation and human trafficking.
