Join our Newsletter to learn about what's happening with BC Parents!
1 - 24 of 1070 posts

Tricks & Treats at Playland

< 1 min read

Tricks and Treats, a brand-new experience ideal for kids and scaredy-cat adults. It takes place October 29th and 30th from 12pm to 4pm at Playland and includes rides, games, a candy scavenger hunt, and other surprises along the way! Costumes are welcomed and encouraged.

Carlie Parkinson

Tricks

Twelve Tips to Teach Gratitude

4 min read

In Canada, it is Thanksgiving weekend.  We have a lot for which to express gratitude, but sometimes it can be difficult to impart this message of gratefulness to our children.  However, there are some things we can do.

Sharon Selby

Thanksgiving

An amazing BC Mini-Entrepreneur, 9 year old, creator of Lily

4 min read

Lily Lou’s Aromas, a BC-based home care brand, is excited to launch their new line of luxury candles, Enchanted Ritual, on August 21st in celebration of founder,  Lily Harper’s ninth birthday. 

Carlie Parkinson

Lily

Parent Profile: The fabulous Chad and Chelsea Montgomery

4 min read

We are excited to introduce BC Parents Chad and Chelsea Montgomery to our BC Parent Profiles. This lovely couple are helping to spread parenting advice through their new website - Parent Intel. We had an opportunity to ask Chad a few questions to get to know them better. Tell us a little more about you?…

Carlie Parkinson

chad montgomery

3 Reasons Why Your Child’s Eye Exam Is More Than

4 min read

While you may think eye exams are unnecessary if your child sees clearly (or isn’t complaining about their vision), it may be more helpful than meets the eye.  The importance of these exams is much more than just finding out if your child’s vision is blurry and updating their prescription. 

Carlie Parkinson

eye exam

5 Exciting Ways to Celebrate to the Fullest at the

3 min read

Make the PNE Fair your End-of-Summer Tradition with *can’t miss* attractions and entertainment including the SuperDogs, Chinese Acrobats, High Dive Show, Dueling Pianos, Agriculture Displays, Drag Shows, Cooking Demonstrations, Pyro Musical, Exhibits, Home Showcase, and the return of Summer Night Concerts!

Carlie Parkinson

PNE

Enjoy an amazing camping trip with the Right Camping Gear

7 min read

onsidering the available options for tents, sleeping bags, and other camping essentials, choosing the right gear for a camping trip can be overwhelming. We got some advice from the BBB to help you purchase the camping gear that best suits your personal needs.  

Carlie Parkinson

camping

The Wait is Over: Big Changes for Playland’s 2022 Season!

6 min read

One of my favourite rides at Playland has always been the Wooden Coaster. I'm sure many of you noticed, the Coaster was out of commission last year. Luckily it was a temporary closure and it is now open!

Carlie Parkinson

Playland

Get comfortable Under the Stars with TUTS!

4 min read

heatre Under the Stars (TUTS) is back! This year, audiences will travel back in time to witness the birth of the world’s first musical and launch into the future for a rock-and-roll fueled revolution when TUTS presents Something Rotten! and We Will Rock You, running alternate evenings July 2–August 27, 2022, at Stanley Park’s scenic…

Carlie Parkinson

TUTS

Exciting News: Burnaby Village Museum celebrates 50 years!

3 min read

This May marks 50 years since the Burnaby Village Museum opened to the public for its first full year in 1972. They will celebrate the momentous occasion with new exhibits, entertainment and activities. They’re also excited to reopen for the summer season from May 7 to September 5, offering visitors an immersive experience of the…

Carlie Parkinson

Burnaby Village Museum

Family Resource Guide 2022!!!!

< 1 min read

We're so excited to bring you our Family Resource Guide. It has been a tough couple of years and there were some changes during it so our important listings section is even more relevant. Find out which businesses are still offering services in the following categories: Family Fun, Birthday Parties, Home, Education, Classes and Programs,…

Carlie Parkinson

Family Resource Guide

Amazing Mother’s Day Ideas

4 min read

Mother's Day is next weekend! I can't believe it's coming up so quickly. Have you thought of some gifts for that important woman in your life? I do love the home-made gifts from the kids, but as they get older they want to get mom bigger gifts or just don't have the time to craft…

Carlie Parkinson

Mother's Day

3 fun ways for a sugar-reduced Easter

4 min read

In past Easter's we've aimed to have a chocolate-free, or at least reduced, celebration. Here are some ideas if this is what you're "hopping" to do.

Carlie Parkinson

Easter

Essential Self-Care in 2022: Beyond Bubble Baths

5 min read

It’s pretty clear that our definition of what we consider to be self-care has shifted immensely over the past two years. Yes, there was a time when scheduling a pedicure or drawing a nice bath would cut it, but in today’s uncertain times, self-care has taken on a deeper meaning. 

Carlie Parkinson

meditate

Spring Break Activities

2 min read

most, actually every, day, where will you go to fill the remaining days of Spring Break? We've put together a couple of activities that are fun and educational rain or shine!

Carlie Parkinson

Spring

How the Pandemic Has Affected Head Lice Outbreaks and 3

3 min read

Although cases have declined, and head lice may not be on the minds of parents and teachers, they should be. We know that head lice outbreaks will boom on the other side of Covid. In fact, head lice infestations will be on the rise like never before.

Dawn Mucci

lice

Let’s #BreaktheBias for Amazing Moms this International Women’s Day

5 min read

To truly level the playing field, we must move away from supporting women through a lens of equality and shift to one of equity that is inclusive of supporting them professionally and domestically – not one or the other. Women must be given the capacity - at home and at work - to support their families…

Carlie Parkinson

International Women's Day

Nearly 1 in 5 Canadian Parents are Losing Sleep Over

5 min read

We're less than two weeks out from the semi-annual daylight savings shift. In honour of Daylight Savings, Owlet Baby Care released eye-opening information on the state of shuteye--or lack thereof--among Canadians. The survey of over 1,500 Canadians revealed surprising data on everything from what parents would be willing to give up for a good night’s sleep to…

Carlie Parkinson

sleep

7 Family Day Fun Ideas!

3 min read

Yay, it's almost Family Day. This annual holiday, established in 2013, is a great day to have some much-needed fun in February. Thinking about fun things to do and what's open? Here are 6 great ideas to check out, there are also some awesome deals!

Carlie Parkinson

Family Day

Astronomy: 6 Easy Tips for Exploring the Wonders of Outer

11 min read

Outer space has always sparked a sense of wonder and fascination in the human mind. If you and your child are interested in learning more about astronomy, it’s a great time to do some exploring together from home. Whether you go outside and look up at the stars to identify constellations or explore the planets…

Isabella Caprario

astronomy

4 tips for Parenting on the Spectrum – Connect, Reframe,

6 min read

An article from Priya Tronsgard, a proud parent of 2 neurodivergent children, and an author of an upcoming audiobook called Reframe: A Guide for Caregivers and Parents for Neurodivergent Children. From all my experience, I can tell you that parenting children who are autistic is unique, rewarding, and insightful.  

Priya Tronsgard

Parenting

Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Deal with the Upcoming

5 min read

Daylight Savings aka time change, whether it is coming to an end or just beginning, can really get under people’s and especially parent's skin.  Today, I am going to give you some tips on how to get through this dreaded time!  Many parents just try to ignore that it is even happening, therefore not assisting…

Missy Morrison Charko

time

5 powerful things you can do to boost your child’s

5 min read

This generation of parents has become so much more aware of the importance of our children’s mental health. The pandemic has intensified that awareness with many of us and our kids struggling with their mental health for the first time. While we might realize how important it is to take care of our emotional well-being,…

Karen Peters

health

Filter by

Category

Category

Written by

Written by

Sort

Sort

A - Z

A - Z
  • All
  • # (152)
  • A (56)
  • B (68)
  • C (77)
  • D (27)
  • E (52)
  • F (81)
  • G (24)
  • H (48)
  • I (30)
  • J (3)
  • K (10)
  • L (19)
  • M (46)
  • N (19)
  • O (9)
  • P (38)
  • R (23)
  • S (80)
  • T (105)
  • U (13)
  • V (28)
  • W (53)
  • Y (7)
  • 1 (18)
  • 2 (17)
  • 3 (23)
  • 4 (27)
  • 5 (36)
  • 6 (15)
  • 7 (7)
  • 8 (5)
  • 9 (4)

Join our Newsletter to learn about what's happening with BC Parents!

No spam, ever.