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Seamless Childcare in BC Schools Is Gaining Momentum
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For seamless childcare to reach families province-wide, school districts need ongoing funding and policy support from the provincial government.
5 Mind-Blowing Ways to Help Your Neurodivergent Child Through BC’s
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Activities that involve pushing, pulling, or carrying provide proprioceptive input, which has a calming effect on the nervous system...
Family Favourites 2026!
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The 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!
Planning a Successful Winter Break for Your Neurodivergent Child
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Winter 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
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For 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…
Fun and memorable gifts for 7-9 year olds
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Searching for gifts for 7-9-year-olds in your life? Here are some small items to add to the list!
Why It’s Time to #ChangeTheCompliment: Building Confidence That Lasts
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Young girls are regularly complimented on how they look. These compliments start early, often from the moment they are born. Over time, this constant focus on appearance can teach girls that beauty matters most.
Fraser Academy: Leading the Way in Educating Dyslexic Learners
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One 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.
Advocating for your Neurodivergent Child At School 2025
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...supporting neurodivergent students, sending a neurodivergent child to school can still cause a lot of unease and stress
9 Creative Birthday Themes That Kids (and Parents) Will Love
20 min read
Finding a birthday theme that feels both fresh and manageable can be tricky. Whether you’re planning a small gathering at home or a full-blown event at a venue, the right theme can spark creativity and keep everyone, even the adults, excited.
Island Girls Gone Orange
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A fun story about a mother dealing with her daughter's colour change.
The Hidden Blame Mothers of Autistic Children Face
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Being the parent of an autistic child comes with additional challenges. These parents carry many unseen and unacknowledged responsibilities.
Print Magazine Release – Education 2025
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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…
The Revolutionary Rise of Gentle Parenting in 2025: Does It
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Gentle parenting is often misunderstood as permissive parenting, but the two are not the same. It sets boundaries with kindness and empathy.
All in a Day’s Work: A Heartfelt Reflection on Parenting
6 min read
Parenting is often described as the hardest job in the world—and for good reason. For many, it’s also the most rewarding. But for those of us raising children while carrying the weight of intergenerational trauma, the journey becomes even more layered, emotional, and complex.
Long Awaited Provincial Funding for Life-Changing IVF is Coming to
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There are many reasons IVF is the next or only option for people to grow their families.
Rewriting The Future For Kids With Dyslexia
6 min read
For many children, school is a place to grow, learn, and discover who they are. But for students with dyslexia or other language-based learning differences, traditional classrooms can feel isolating, overwhelming, and even discouraging. Fraser Academy, located in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighbourhood, is rewriting that narrative, turning struggles into strengths and helping students achieve their full…
The Value of Traveling with Children: Lessons Beyond the Classroom
6 min read
Traveling will help form more compassionate, thoughtful, and educated human beings. Experiences that go far beyond the classroom.
Amazing Summer Camps You Should Know About!
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Summer is almost here. That time of year when our kiddos will be ready to put their school books away and fill their backpacks full of snacks, sunscreen, bathing suits, and whatever else they need to accompany them on their adventures and explorations. Though the featured choices in this story are by no means all…
The Future Isn’t a Straight Line: How TKS BC Teens
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For decades, the path to “success” was a straight line: work hard, get good grades, pick a safe career, and stay the course. But that map no longer works—not when AI is reshaping industries, the cost of living keeps climbing, and the most in-demand careers didn’t exist ten years ago. Today’s teens are growing up…
Choosing the Right Daycare: Prioritizing Safety Over Availability
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By: Carlene Forde, Manager, Care and Non-profit Sector, Markel Canada Planning to start or grow your family is a decision that comes with a number of considerations. As the cost of living continues to rise, return to office policies surge, and major cities across Canada become more densely populated, many families have had to adapt…
Childcare Choices – What Parents Need to Consider
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Choosing childcare be whether a daycare or full-day preschool, is a major decision for parents to thoughtfully and thoroughly consider. Whether you're returning to work, looking for social opportunities for your little one, or preparing for kindergarten readiness, the right environment can make all the difference. With so many options available, the process can feel…
