Subscribe to our newsletter for updates on parenting in BC and contests!
1 - 24 of 645 posts

The Crucial Role of Parents and Guardians in Mentoring and

4 min read

Every year, on August 12th, the world celebrates International Youth Day. This day is dedicated to recognizing the importance of empowering young people and acknowledging their potential as change-makers in society. While this celebration often highlights the achievements and aspirations of the youth, it is equally important to acknowledge the pivotal role that parents and…

August 14, 2024
Angela Wanja

youth

Exciting Book Review of a book Youths will love!

4 min read

If you’re looking for some new reading material for your youth, we have a suggestion. Here is a book review of The Eyes of the Leopard by local author Brian D. Hayden is an enthralling read and was well-received by our 11 year-old reviewer. 

April 27, 2023
Carlie Parkinson

book review

Exciting Reel to Real Film Festival April 3-13

4 min read

Kids and the young at heart will enjoy films from BC, Canada, and around the world at this year's Reel to Real festival. In-person screenings at the Roundhouse Community Centre and Vancity Theatre. The films can also be streamed online from anywhere in BC.

March 28, 2022
Carlie Parkinson

reel to real

Enter tonight!

< 1 min read

There is still time to enter to win 1 of 2 passes to the Reel to Real Film Festival for Youth running April 14-23. The contest ends at 11pm tonight so get your entry in now.

April 11, 2021
Carlie Parkinson

R2R

Reel to Real Film Festival for Youth April 14-23

2 min read

Held from April 14-23, this year's Reel to Real Film Festival for Youth is online and available across British Columbia! The line-up of Feature films champion diversity and inclusivity and address the impact of social media, racism, and discrimination.

April 7, 2021
Carlie Parkinson

film

6 tips to teach pre-teens, and teens, correct respect in

10 min read

The #metoo movement has opened up massive doors, for incredible conversations with our sons and daughters about appropriate behavior in the world of dating, and even sexuality.   For the last 28 years, number one best-selling author, counselor, and life Coach David Essel has been helping pre-teens, teens and their parents get on the same page when…

October 15, 2018
David Essel

Teens

Five Events for Readers K-12 at the Vancouver Writers Fest

4 min read

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…

October 3, 2018
Carlie Parkinson

Writers Fest

R2R International Film Festival for Youth starts this weekend!

3 min read

Digital Literacy sets the stage to dive deep into the power of public speaking and take on the proliferation of fake news; a close encounter with an 80 ft. virtual whale astounds the senses, and R2R’s Youth and Adult Juries choose the award winners to be presented on Closing Night. These are some of the…

April 4, 2018
Tammy Bannister

Youth Speak Up Film

Filter by

Category

Category

Written by

Written by

Sort

Sort

A - Z

A - Z
  • All
  • # (129)
  • A (44)
  • B (48)
  • C (30)
  • D (18)
  • E (38)
  • F (36)
  • G (14)
  • H (29)
  • I (20)
  • K (7)
  • L (8)
  • M (20)
  • N (13)
  • O (5)
  • P (26)
  • R (11)
  • S (42)
  • T (56)
  • U (7)
  • V (5)
  • W (33)
  • Y (4)
  • 1 (16)
  • 2 (9)
  • 3 (22)
  • 4 (24)
  • 5 (32)
  • 6 (13)
  • 7 (6)
  • 8 (4)
  • 9 (3)

Subscribe to our newsletter for updates on parenting in BC and contests!

No spam, ever.