North Vancouver City Library is located at 14th Street between Lonsdale and Chesterfield Avenues in North Vancouver. This beautiful new facility provides a viariety of programs and services for children of all ages, parents, caregivers and families.
604-988-3450
The Ayas Men Men Child and Family Services program provides supports to individuals living in the Squamish Nation. Ayas Men Men Child and Family Services has a vision for strong healthy individuals and communities working together honoring our positive identity as First Nations families and to effectively manage our resources for the benefit of future generations. Various programs may be suitable for persons with (dis)Abilities.
604-985-4111
The Canadian Action Program for Children is a federally funded project that provides long term funding to community coalitions to deliver programs that address the health and development of children (0-6 years) who are living in conditions of risk.
www.phace-aspc.gc.ca
604-982-3304
604-984-3770
We provide summer camp programs for children with invisible disabilities. Please phone or email for further information.
604-521-4313
Family Services of the North Shore is a not-for-profit agency providing counselling and parent/caregiver education and support programs across the North Shore.
Family Services of the North Shore also provides parent and child drop-in programs at the I hope family centre on West 1st Street and at Maplewood Farm. Family Support Counsellors and Parent Educators are in attendance at some StrongStart drop-in programs. Call the main agency number for further information.
604-988-5281
I hope family centre, West 1st Street
I hope family centre, sponsored by Family Services of the North Shore, provides a stimulating and supportive centre for families and caregivers with children 0-6 years of age. Programs include the core drop-in program, Learning Together Through Play, Breastfeeding Support and Family Support Counselling. For further information , please call Family Services of the North Shore, 604-988-5281.
I hope family centre, Maplewood
The I hope family centre at Maplewood, sponsored by Family Services of the North Shore, provides a stimulating and supportive centre for families and caregivers with children 0-6 years of age. Programs at I Hope, Maplewood, include the core drop-in program, Learning Together Through Play, Parent-Child Mother Goose, Family Support Counselling and a Clothing Exchange. For further information, please call Family Services of the North Shore at 604-988-5281.
North Shore Family & Youth 24-hour Emergency Intake Line: 604-987-1411
Hollyburn Family Services is a not-for-profit agency providing counselling and parent/caregiver education and support programs across the North Shore.
604-987-8211
Emergency 24 hour Intake Number: 604-987-1411
I Hope Maplewood, sponsored by Family Services of the North Shore provides a stimulating and supportive centre for families and caregivers with children 0-6 years of age. Programs at I Hope include the Learing Together Through Play Drop-in Program, Parent Child Mother Goose, family counselling and breast feeding support. For information, please call Family Services of the North Shore.
604-988-5281
I Hope Maplewood, sponsored by Family Services of the North Shore provides a stimulating and supportive centre for families and caregivers with children 0-6 years of age. Programs at I Hope include the Learing Together Through Play Drop-in Program, Parent Child Mother Goose, family counselling and breast feeding support. For information, please call Family Services of the North Shore.
604-988-5281
John Braithwaite Community Centre (JBCC), in partnership with North Shore Neighbourhood House provides a wide range of programs to support families, children and youth in the Lower Londsdale area. The Family Resource Centre includes a Parent Child Mother Goose program, several drop-in programs for children 0-6 years of age, breast feeding support, a parent education series, young parent baby drop-in, post partum support, story time with the city librarian, a Fathers program and a program for Grandparents.
604-982-8315
The Ministry of Children and Family Development supports healthy children and families living in safe, caring and inclusive communities. The focus is on child care, child protection, child apprehension, foster care, adoptions and the special needs index.
North Shore Intake Number: 604-981-0008
The North Shore Child Care Resource and Referral Program provides child care information and resources to parents, caregivers and child care professionals. Phone 604-985-7138 for information about:
For more detailed information, check the NSCR website.
604-985-7138
www.nscr.bc.ca
North Shore Community Resources is a not-for profit agency that provides training, information, resources and referral services for parents, child care providers (licensed, regitered and informal), ECE students and the community.
Phone 604-985-7138 for information about:
For more detailed information, check the NSCR website.
604-985-7138
The North Shore Disability Resource Centre works to ensure that people with disabilities, along with their families and friends, can participate actively as members of the community. We are committed to working toward a community which is free of physical, financial and attitudinal barriers.
604-985-5371
The North Shore Infant Development Program provides information and support to parents and families of children (birth to 3 years) experiencing or at risk for developmental delay. Home visits, workshops and opportunities to meet other parents, including a playgoup program are provided.
604-986-1358
The North Shore Multicultural Society is a not-for-profit agency providing settlement education, interpretation and support to immigrants and refugees. Programs include parent and caregiver education programs, English classes, and information on educational, medical and health systems, housing, family issues.
604-988-2931
Family Host Program
Become a Parent Volunteer with the North Shore Multicultural Society’s Host Program. We are looking for families who are interested in volunteering 2 hours per week to help a new family settle in on the North Shore. Volunteering time is flexible and can be combined with your regular activities. This is a very rewarding experience for parents and children to learn about different cultures, make new friends, and to give back to the community. Please contact us at 604-988-2931 ext 263.
North Shore neighbourhood House is a multi-service agency providing a broad range of recreationsl, social support, community development, and indormations and referral services to children, youth and families.
604-987-8138
NSSCDP is a community-based program that assists families of children with extra support needs to access inclusive child care that meets family needs. The program is intended to serve children from birth to 12, with services for youth 13 – 19 years available in some communities.
SCDP provides the following services to support children, families, and child care providers:
SCDP operates under the principles of inclusion and family centred practice. SCDP uses a multi-disciplinary team approach. Parents may self-refer, or with parent consent, referrals may come from other service providers. The service is voluntary and free of charge.
604-988-0131
www.nsscdp.com
The North Vancouver District Libaries provide a wide array of services for young children, their families and their caregivers. Please call the libary near you for times and dates of programs.
Capilano Branch 604-987-4471
Lynn Valley Branch 604-984-0286
Parkgate Branch 604-929-3727
www.nvsd44.bc.ca
Parent Support Services of BC is a not-for-profit, volunteer-based society that focusses on preventing child abuse and promoting healthy parent-child relationships by supporting parenting, failies and commuities.
Drop-in programs are opportunities for parents and caregivers to particpate with their child in child-centred early learning and support programs led by licensed early childhood educators. The programs listed here are at no cost. Plese phone for times and dates.
Bowen Island Family Place: 604-947-6976
I Hope: Maplewood 604-988-5281
I Hope: Lower Lonsdale 604-988-5281
Lynnmour Family Drop-In: 604-983-6350
John Braithwaite Community Centre: 604-982-8300
Lower Lonsdale Drop-In 604-982-8315
Lynnmour Family Drop-In: 604-983-6350
Parkgate Community Centre: 604-983-6350
Seymour Family Drop-In: 604-983-6350
So-Sah Latch Family Centre: 604-985-7826
West Vancouver Family Place: 604-925-7141
Services and progrms for children from birth to 12 years old and their families.
604-983-6350
Parkgate Child and Family Centre
3625 Banff Court, North Vancouver
Seymour Family Place
949 Lytton Street, North Vancouver
(between Ice Sports and Ron Andrews)
A low cost family resource program for children and adults to play and learn together. Come and spend time with other parents and provide opportunities for your child to play with others. Community Health Nurses, Infant Development Program consultants and Parent Community Developers regularly attend – come with all your questions. Enjoy the child friendly space upstairs or enjoy the indoor gym with big fun toys on rainy days! This program is parents, caregivers, nannies or home daycare providers and the children they care for. Please bring a small food item for our shared snack time and a drink for your child. Coffee and tea provided. $1/family group – Tuesdays 9:30 – 11:30am
Lynnmour Family Drop-In
1250 Lillooet Road, North Vancouver
Drop in playgroup session in the Lynnmour area near Capilano University. Meet with other parents, share circle time or take a break while your child plays with others. Community Health Nurses, Infant Development Program consultants and Parent Community Developers regularly attend – come with all your questions. Everyone is welcome! Please bring a small food item for snack time and a drink for your child. Coffee and tea provided. $1/family group – Wednesdays 9:15 – 11:15am
The Settlement Workers in Schools Program is funded through the BC government. They are located within in school districts. Their purpose is to help immigrant and refugee children adjust to school culture. The workers also increase parent involvement in their children’s education, while helping to build awareness of community and government resources. As well, a valued component of the program focuses on increasing cultural awareness and sensitivity in schools.
North Vancouver School District
William Lucas Centre 604-903-3777
West Vancouver School District
Hollyburn Shool: 604-981-1220
604-985-7826
So-Sah Latch Family Centre provides health and community services to members of the Squamish First Nation, including counselling (individual, family, and couple), drug and alcohol counselling, and community health services such as speech-language pathology and prenatal classes. Also offers an Elder’s Program that provides transportation to medical appointments, and an Adult Home Care Program that provides home support case management. The Family Program offers daily living skills support, family/parent group, Mother Bear drop-in program, and infant development workers. The Brighter Futures program offers educational workshops and activities that enhance parenting skills to parents with children ages birth to five years.
604-985-7826
StrongStart is a no cost parent/caregiver and pre-schooler drop-in program available in identified public schools. It operates five days per week for three hours a day, facilitated by a licensed early childhood educator. Please call the school for times and days of operation.
North Vancouver School District
Eastview School: 1801 Mountain Highway, 604-903-3520
Lynn Valley School: 3207 Institute Road, 604-903-3620
Boundary School: 750 East 26th, 604-903-3260
Montroyal School: 5310 Sonora Drive, 604-903-3650
Norgate Community School: 1295 Sowden, 604-903-3680
Seymour heights School: 2640 Carnation Street, 604-903-3760
Westview School: 604-903-3840
West Vancouver School District
Eagle Harbour School: 5575 Marine Drive, 604-981-1380
Hollyburn School: 1329 Duchess Avenue, 604-981-1220
604-929-3454
The Tsleil Wauth Nation Family Centre prvides inclusive support and services for children and families, including child care and parent education and support.
604-929-0693
Vancouver Coastal Health Services offers two programs designed and delivered around the specific needs of children and youth: The Youth and Family Psychiatric Outpatient Service and the Child and Adolescent Program.
Together these two programs provide comprehensive outpatient assessment, treatment and consultation services to pre-school, elementary, and secondary school children with behavioural, social and emotional difficulties. Families can contact these programs directly, or may be referred by a physician or community agency.
| Child and Adolescent Program – (604) 983-6719 |
| Central Community Health Centre 5th Floor, 132 West Esplanade, North VancouverProvides outpatient psychological and psychiatric assessment and services to families of pre-school, elementary and secondary school children with behavioural, emotional or social difficulties. |
| Youth and Family Program – (604) 984-3777 | |
148 East 15th Street, North VancouverThis program provides a full range of therapeutic services for youth (age 9-18) and their families. This includes a therapeutic academic program, after-school group, parent therapy groups, family therapy and summer treatment program.
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West Vancouver Family Place provides a drop-in resource and activity centre for parents and caregivers with young children.
Monday-Friday, 9:00 am -12:00 noon (September -June)
West Vancouver Community Centre
2121 Marine Drive, WV
604-925-7141
The West Vancouver Memorial Library provides a wide variety of family literacy programs, including storytimes, Parent Child Mother Goose, themed book kits, and programs for parents, caegivers and child care providers. There is an extensive collection of multicultural material for children of all ages.
604-925-7400
West Vancouver School District works closely with the District of West Vancouver to provide a variety of programs and services to children and families outside of regular school hours. Through their Family Literacy Program, they support several programs for young children and their families, such as the StrongStart at Hollyburn and Eagle Harbour Schools.
604-981-1000
www.sd45.bc.ca
