How to Talk So Kids 7-12 Will Listen (Online Class)

June 2nd – June 30th  (Wednesdays)  6:30pm-8:30pm

It’s hard to be a kid. It’s hard to be an adult responsible for that kid. And it’s really hard to think about effective communication when the toast is burning, the baby is crying and you’re exhausted. Help is on the way. Join us for this five week program to navigate and thrive in these important years. Ideal for parents of children ages 7-12 years old.

*This class will be presented through an online ZOOM platform, accessible by computer or cell phone.

$ Cost (CAD): No Cost, Fully Subsidized

Circle of Security Parenting - Evening Program (Online Class)

June 2nd -July 21st  (Wednesday Evenings)   6:30pm-8:30pm

This is an 8 class course. Minimum attendance at 7 classes is required for a certificate of completion.

The Circle of Security is a relationship based early intervention program designed to enhance attachment security between parents and children. Decades of university-based research have confirmed that secure children exhibit increased empathy, greater self-esteem, better relationships with parents and peers, enhanced school readiness, and an increased capacity to handle emotions more effectively when compared with children who are not secure.

*This class will be presented through an online ZOOM platform, accessible by computer or cell phone.

No Childcare Available.

$ Cost (CAD): No Cost, Fully Subsidized

Parent Tip Time: When Consequences Don't Work - (Online Class)

June 2nd (Wednesday)  6:30pm-8:30pm

In this workshop we look at the difference between logical & natural consequences, discuss why some consequences don’t work and consider some positive re-enforcers to encourage acceptable behaviour that work at different ages.

*This class will be presented through an online ZOOM platform, accessible by computer or cell phone.

$ Cost (CAD): No Cost, Fully Subsidized

Parent Tip Time: Understanding Your Child's Feelings - (Online Class)

June 3rd (Thursday)  9:30am-11:00am

Fun ways to teach children what feelings are and how to express them. For parents of children ages 1-4.

*This class will be presented through an online ZOOM platform, accessible by computer or cell phone.

$ Cost (CAD): No Cost, Fully Subsidized

Parent Tip Time: Understanding Your Child's Learning Styles - (Online Class)

June 9th  (Wednesday)  6:30pm – 8:30pm

I know every child is different–but where is the instruction booklet?” In this workshop we look at learning styles and how they affect the various facets of a child’s life such as: learning new material, handling a new experience, motivation & rewards. We also look at learning styles and help parents identify their own and one of their children’s preferred modes of learning and develop ideas that can be implemented.

*This class will be presented through an online ZOOM platform, accessible by computer or cell phone.

$ Cost (CAD): No Cost, Fully Subsidized

Parent Tip Time: Discipline vs Punishment - (Online Class)

June 10th (Thursday)  9:30-am-11:00am

Positive discipline techniques to help guide parents away from punishment. For parents of children ages 1-5.

*This class will be presented through an online ZOOM platform, accessible by computer or cell phone.

$ Cost (CAD): No Cost, Fully Subsidized

Parent Tip Time - Stay Connected (An Informal Parenting Conversation and Connection Group)

June 10th  (Thursday)  6:30pm-8:30pm

*This class will be presented through an online ZOOM platform, accessible by computer or cell phone. Space is limited to 20 participants.

Have you taken a parenting class and want to talk about how some of your learning in the class is meeting the reality of family?

Do you sometimes wonder if you learned anything in your class (lol)!

Do you feel a bit alone out there without your usual parent connections?

Join Laurie Florence for a fun and supportive check-in on parenting and sharing of stories.

Regardless of what class you may have taken, we are here to listen, problem solve, laugh, and connect.

No fee.

$ Cost (CAD): No Cost, Fully Subsidized

Parent Tip Time: Understanding Your Child's Temperament - (Online Class)

June 16th (Wednesday)  6:30pm-8:30pm

Discover the best ways of helping your child reach his/her potential, by matching your parenting methods with their individual temperament traits. In this workshop we discuss security, temperament traits, and individual personality differences.

*This class will be presented through an online ZOOM platform, accessible by computer or cell phone.

$ Cost (CAD): No Cost, Fully Subsidized

Parent Tip Time: Intentional Parenting - (Online Class)

June 17th (Thursday)  9:30am-11:00am

Does life seem “too busy” or you “lack time” to be a better parent? We all have “quick fix” techniques we use in parenting that are only short term teaching. Let’s talk long term. We will discuss planning and prioritizing where to put our efforts to raise positive, productive children. This class supports all parents.

*This class will be presented through an online ZOOM platform, accessible by computer or cell phone.

$ Cost (CAD): No Cost, Fully Subsidized

Parent Tip Time: When Consequences Don't Work - (Online Class)

June 23rd (Wednesday)  6:30pm-8:30pm

In this workshop we look at the difference between logical & natural consequences, discuss why some consequences don’t work and consider some positive re-enforcers to encourage acceptable behaviour that work at different ages.

*This class will be presented through an online ZOOM platform, accessible by computer or cell phone.

$ Cost (CAD): No Cost, Fully Subsidized