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Parent Support Services Society of BC
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A non-profit organization offering parenting programs and resources for families across BC.

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On the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour the strength, knowledge and cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples, families and communities.

We also recognize that reconciliation requires truth...

Read the rest of our statement here: parentsupportbc.ca/national-day...
September 30, 2026 at 2:36 AM
💙 Volunteer Facilitators Needed – Langley

We’re looking for mature, empathetic active listeners to help facilitate our in-person Kinship Caregiver Support Group in Langley.

📍 Langley | In-person
📩 Questions? [email protected]
🔗 Scan to apply: bttr.im/cuksf
September 10, 2026 at 6:38 PM
Are you a non-Indigenous kinship caregiver raising an Indigenous child? Want to help them stay connected to culture, community, and identity?

Starting Oct. 1 at 7PM, join our online Circles to learn and engage with community knowledge.

Register: forms.cloud.microsoft/r/FiKyhHya8p
August 13, 2026 at 6:59 PM
𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿?

Every 2 months, we bring you the latest updates on parenting support, upcoming workshops, community events, and important advocacy work.

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: www.parentsupportbc.ca/newsletter/
August 11, 2026 at 1:14 AM
We are looking for an empathetic, active listener with strong communication skills to create a safe space where parents feel heard, supported and empowered.

𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀:
Self-paced course and 3 live ZOOM sessions.

𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬 𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗔𝗧 : bttr.im/cuksf ✅
August 5, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Celebrate Grandparents Day with us!

Join us for a free afternoon of food, family fun, games, music, prizes, and community connections. Everyone is welcome—we'd love to see you there!

🔗 RSVP today: parentsupportbc.ca/grandparents...
Grandparents Day 2026 - Parent Support Services Society of BC
Fun for everyone! Event Details Saturday, September 12, 2026 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Slocan Park2750 E 29th Ave Vancouver, BC RSVP TODAY Everyone is Welcome Bring your blankets, folding chairs, and the who...
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August 5, 2026 at 7:18 PM
𝗨𝗽𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘁!✅

𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽, you'll learn practical strategies for creating routines that reduce stress & increase independence.

⏰ Wed. Aug. 19, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Online Workshop
📝 Register Here: www.parentsupportbc.ca/workshops
August 5, 2026 at 7:15 PM
The Child & Youth Well-Being Action Plan is a B.C. government initiative to improve services for children, youth, and families, focusing on prevention, equity, and better outcomes.

Share your experiences and ideas to help improve programs and supports across B.C.

engage.gov.bc.ca/childyouthwe...
July 16, 2026 at 6:08 PM
If you're involved in a child protection or family investigation...

West Coast LEAF has created a free, easy-to-understand resource explaining what to expect and what your rights are during family investigations.

Learn more: westcoastleaf.org/.../your-rig...
Your Rights During Family Investigations - West Coast LEAF
Know your rights resources to support parents and caregivers during family investigations. West Coast LEAF
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June 30, 2026 at 6:38 PM
Our 2025–2026 Annual Report is here!

Take a look at the impact we've made together over the past year, and the families and communities we've had the privilege to support.

Read the full report: www.parentsupportbc.ca/annual-reports/
Annual Reports - Parent Support Services Society of BC
Annual Reports For previous years’ reports or to receive financial reports please email [email protected] or call 604-669-1616 (Greater Vancouver) or 1-877-345-9777 (toll-free, outside Greater...
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June 30, 2026 at 6:29 PM
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Have you had a negative interaction with police in BC? Check out our new Pathways to Police Accountability toolkit for what you can do after the police have violated your rights.

Download the toolkit today: bccla.org/resource/pat...
May 28, 2026 at 7:57 PM
What issues affecting children, youth, and families would you like to see addressed in your community?

First Call BC wants your feedback to help shape a resource for the 2026 local elections in BC.

Complete survey by June 29: www.firstcallbc.org/2026-municipal-election-toolkit-survey/
June 4, 2026 at 5:57 PM
The Kinship Care Help Line supports grandparents and relatives raising a child with free, confidential advocacy, resources, and guidance. 💛

We help caregivers navigate systems, find answers, and access benefits for their family.

📞 1-855-474-9777 (Toll-Free)

www.parentsupportbc.ca/support-line
March 23, 2026 at 6:59 PM
Join our Spanish Fathering Support Group to share your experiences, learn from others, reduce isolation, and be equipped with the resources and confidence needed to navigate the challenges of parenthood. ❤

𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: forms.office.com/r/FhPH2gh5Gb
March 23, 2026 at 6:58 PM
Want to help create a safe space where parents feel heard, supported and empowered?

Apply Now: www.parentsupportbc.ca/volunteer
March 23, 2026 at 6:56 PM
In the wake of the recent tragic events in #TumblerRidge BC, we’re sharing this guide on How to Help Children Cope With Trauma, to offer practical support and compassionate guidance.

parentsupportbc.ca/how-to-help-...
February 11, 2026 at 11:57 PM
📣Upcoming Parenting Workshop Alert! 📣
𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁

⏰ Wed. March 11, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Online Workshop
📝 Register here: www.parentsupportbc.ca/workshops
February 9, 2026 at 10:56 PM
An Indigenous caregiver in BC was denied a family‑sized social housing unit because she couldn’t provide legal custody—even though she had a valid kinship agreement to care for her niece.
#HousingJustice #KinshipCare #IndigenousRights
#KeepFamiliesTogether
Indigenous Caregiver Says She Faced Housing Discrimination | The Tyee
Kinship agreements keep Indigenous families together — but one housing provider didn’t accept an applicant’s documentation.
thetyee.ca
October 9, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Screen time harms children's reading skills | OMNI News Mandarin
专家:电子屏幕损儿童閲读能力 | OMNI News Mandarin
YouTube video by OMNI Television
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October 7, 2025 at 6:19 PM
This workshop will cover:
- Kinship Care vs. Foster Care
- Permanency planning and legal considerations
- Relevant legislation (CFCSA, Indigenous child welfare acts,
- Adoption Act, Family Law Act)
- Government supports for caregivers

Register: learn.fpsss.com/courses/pofc...
September 18, 2025 at 12:16 AM
𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 & 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀... 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗱𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆. 😮

"Seen" is a powerful reminder that when we heal ourselves, we change how we parent, and that healing helps our kids grow in deeper, healthier ways.

𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀: Mon. Sept. 29 in Langley, Victoria, and Vancouver.

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Seen - Demand.Film Canada
Host a screening of Seen near you. SEEN is a groundbreaking feature-length documentary that not only explores the transformative power of personal healing for parents but also delves into the scientif...
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September 12, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Last Chance to Bid! Support our Fundraiser app.galabid.com/grandparents...
September 11, 2025 at 11:57 PM
“I spent two years raising my grandson and now that he’s an adult he continues to be part of our lives,” Eckert said about her and her husband. “He helps me with things I have to do on the computer and mows our lawn and I support him with his mental health.”
-Donna Eckert
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren support group celebrates Grandparents Day
It all happens at Rainbow Park on Sunday, Sept. 14 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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September 11, 2025 at 11:11 PM
You’re invited! Join us for our Grandparents Day Picnic, a free, family-friendly celebration with food, music, and activities for all ages. 💛

Come celebrate grandparents, kinship caregivers, and all they do for families in BC!
www.parentsupportbc.ca/grandparents...
August 19, 2025 at 6:58 PM
✨ Our Grandparents Day Silent Auction is live! ✨

Place your bids online and help support programs for grandparents raising grandchildren and other kinship caregivers.

Every bid makes a difference. Join the fun and give back today! 🎉
app.galabid.com/grandparents...
August 19, 2025 at 6:55 PM