Dogwood Place Child & Youth Development Centre

06/18/2026

06/11/2026

The Canadian Dental Care Plan will help make the cost of dental care affordable for many Canadians. To find out if you and your family are eligible, to apply or renew your plan, visit http://www.canada.ca/dental

05/26/2026

The BC Association for Child Development and Intervention (BCACDI) is a provincial association of agencies that provide child development and therapy services to children and youth with support needs and their families.
Find a member agency near you: https://www.bcacdi.org/our-member-agencies

05/12/2026

Dogwood Place is hiring! We have two part-time openings:
• Supportive Child Development Consultant
• Therapy Assistant-SLP

Learn more and apply here: https://rivercityinclusion.ca/join-our-team/opportunities/

05/01/2026

🌞 Summer 2026 Recreation Guide is Here!

Program registration opens Monday, May 4, at 10 a.m.

Summer is almost here and the City of Campbell River‘s Summer 2026 Recreation Guide is packed with ways to play, move, and connect throughout the community from June through August.

View the guide at campbellriver.ca/recreation-guide
Register online starting May 4 at campbellriver.ca/registration
Or use the new Recreation in Campbell River app!

This summer’s Recreation lineup has something for everyone:
⚽Soccer by the Sea – Join us on June 18 from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Robron Athletic Park to watch Canada vs. Qatar in the FIFA World Cup 2026™ on the big screen, with family-friendly activities and a lively game-day atmosphere.

🎒 Kids Summer Day Camps – Creative, active, and full of adventure—our popular camps are back with new experiences, new friends, and unforgettable summer memories.

🏃The Colorful Run returns! Grab your friends, wear white, and walk, run, or dance your way through an explosion of colour. Joyful, messy, and wildly fun—this fan favourite from last year is back by popular demand.

🎶 Free live music and dance lessons at Spirit Square

🏊 Centennial Outdoor Pool opens with free youth swims all summer

🧘 Yoga in the Park at Robert Ostler Park

🎉 CR Live Streets is back!
Downtown comes alive for seven Wednesday nights on Shoppers Row, from July 8 to August 19, with live music, kids activities, snacks and beverages for purchase, free bike valet, and unbeatable community vibes. The fun starts early this year with a special Canada Day kickoff on July 1, featuring iconic Canadian rock band Trooper at Robert Ostler Park, presented through CR Live Streets programming in partnership with the Canada Day Committee. The CR Live Streets event series is delivered by the City of Campbell River in partnership with the Tidemark Theatre Society.

The City’s Recreation and Culture team looks forward to welcoming everyone to another incredible summer. Learn more at campbellriver.ca/recreation and follow Recreation and Culture Department, City of Campbell River for the latest programs, events, and updates.

03/26/2026

Mark your calendars! The 2026 Campbell River Children's Health Fair is happening from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Campbell River Community Centre on Friday, April 17. Come meet with local service and program providers, attend a screening, and enjoy the fun! Take advantage of the free bus transportation as well. See you there.

03/11/2026

This is a workshop for parents and caregivers of neurodivergent children. Please register by contacting Sydnie, 778-346-9324 or email [email protected]

02/25/2026

Today is Pink Shirt Day! It's a reminder to choose empathy, speak up when something isn’t right, and create spaces where everyone feels welcomed and valued. 💞
Let’s make “pink shirt energy” an everyday thing.

Pink Shirt Day StoryRead by the ISP POD CaptainsPictures by Ms ElsaMusic - BenSound

02/13/2026

Dogwood Place will be closed Monday, February 16, 2026 for Family Day! Enjoy your time with your loved ones!!

02/05/2026

Big feelings during transitions? You’re not alone 💛

Join us for this upcoming parenting seminar! Transitions Without Tears: Helping Children Feel Secure Through Change, is a free seminar all about why transitions can be so tough for young children - and practical ways to reduce tears and build a sense of security.

👶 Focused on children ages 2–6
📅 February 24, 2026
🕔 5:00–6:30 PM
📍 Campbell River Family Services (487–10th Ave)
💚 FREE!

Come learn, connect, and walk away with tools you can use confidently. To register, contact Sydnie at 778-346-9324 or [email protected]