Parenting Events
We offer a range of events to support you through your parenting journey, including live in-person gatherings, engaging book clubs, weekly skill-building workshops, and much more, all focused on relevant topics.
Virtual Book Club
Monday April 13, 2026
8:00-9:00pm
VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM
Join other parents and caregivers for a facilitator led discussion about the featured book every Monday evening. Discussion group will take place for approximately 12 weeks although this will vary according to the book length, structure, and content.
Beginning on April 13, 2026, we will be discussing the book, Raising Self Reliant Children in a Self-Indulgent World by H. Stephen Glenn and Jane Nelsen.
*Looking for more information about the Book Club? Please email christine@familyedcentre.org
VirtuaL COURSES
COOPERATIVE PARENTING THROUGH SEPARATION AND DIVORCE
Tuesdays, May 19 to June 30, 2026
6:00 pm-8:00 pm
VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM
DATES
There are countless reasons why couples separate and divorce. The result of this life changing decision can create havoc in your life and open the flood gates for the intense emotions that are sure to follow. And as difficult as separation is for you, it can be an even more difficult experience for your child.
Discover through this parent-to-parent course how you can begin parenting in partnership through your separation and divorce.
- Discover strategies and tips on how to break the news to your child.
- Learn some specific communication skills you can use while interacting with your child (and the other parent) when emotions are difficult to control.
- Discover problem solving techniques to help you navigate through difficult circumstances and teach your child this important life skill.
- Adapt some targeted strategies to help you keep a Child First Focus when dealing with the other parent and separation issues.
EMPOWERED PARENTING: THRIVING TOGETHER IN BLACK FAMILIES
Thursdays, May 28 to July 16, 2026
6:00pm-8:00pm
VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM
Join us for our transformative program, “Empowered Parenting: Thriving Together in Black Families,” designed specifically to uplift and enhance the journey of Black parents. This dynamic workshop offers a nurturing space for learning and growth to help your children flourish and succeed.
What You’ll Discover:
- Defining Success: Explore what success means for your family and how you can achieve it together.
- Social Learning : Dive into strategies that promote empathy, cooperation, and positive relationships.
- Family Values and Discipline : Develop effective family guidelines and learn discipline methods that foster respect and understanding.
- Understanding Your Child : Uncover insights into your child’s developing abilities and unique personality.
- Parenting Styles : Learn which parenting approaches best suit your family’s needs.
- Solo Parenting Skills : Equip yourself with tools and techniques to thrive as a solo parent.
Make a positive shift in your family dynamics and be part of a community striving for growth, happiness, and resilience. Be empowered, enrich your family life, and watch your children thrive. Join us and transform your family’s story!
Knowledge is like a garden: if it is not cultivated it cannot be harvested -African Proverb
THE 3 R'S: RAISING RESPONSIBLE, RESPECTFUL, AND RESILIENT CHILDREN
Wednesdays, July 8 to August 19, 2026
6:00 pm-8:00 pm
VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM
This seven (7) week live virtual program is for parents or caregivers of children from toddlers to teens with a focus on understanding misbehaviour, encouragement for healthy self-esteem, communication, problem solving, and discipline.
*Registration required.