Communities 4 Families

09/03/2026

Sometimes "less is more" - and fall is a great time for us to be reminded of that as there are so many activities that can quickly fill our schedules.

Some simple shifts for families to consider are:

- less extracurriculars, more engagement with children in their everyday routines and tasks.
- less technology and toys, and more child-led play outside.
- less rote drilling and assessment, and more parent-child play and story times.

09/01/2026

Help us shape our National Day for Truth and Reconciliation activities!

We’re planning a Community Feast for September 25th and want to hear from the community about what other activities and programming you’d like to see at Acorn Family Place in recognition of NDTR.

Take our short survey and select your top 3 activities: https://forms.gle/y91XYDVLWw5VS2gA8

Everyone who completes the survey can also enter our prize draw!
📅 Draw: September 4th at 3:30pm in the Drop-in.

Your feedback will help us shape our plans for September. 🧡

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09/01/2026

Family Dynamics is offering Circle of Security Parenting program
🗓Starting Friday, September 4th-October 23rd (8 Weeks)
🕦1:30-3pm.
💜COSP is a relationship-based parenting program designed to help caregivers understand how attachment impacts the parent/child relationship.
Register today:
https://forms.gle/mif3gfQ5DM5CkqVaA

09/01/2026

Parent Support & Wellness Group

Parenting can be rewarding, but it can also feel overwhelming. Thrive’s Parent Support & Wellness Group is a welcoming space for parents and caregivers to connect with others, talk about the realities of parenting, and focus on their own wellbeing.

Fridays | 1:15–2:45 p.m.
September 11 – October 30
📍 Thrive Community Support Circle
555 Spence Street

Registration:
[email protected]

Free to participate. 💚

09/01/2026

TAKING CHARGE! INFO SESSION AT THRIVE

September 10, 2026
1:30–2:30 PM
Thrive Community Support Circle
555 Spence St.

Thinking about going back to school?

Taking Charge! is an adult learning and literacy centre supporting single parents and women on EIA who want to upgrade their education or earn their Mature Grade 12 Diploma.

They offer:

Education upgrading and Mature Grade 12
On-site licensed and subsidized daycare
Counselling services
Personal development courses
Support to help you succeed academically, personally, and professionally
Taking Charge! is currently accepting new intakes.

Come to this short information session to learn about the program, ask questions, and see if Taking Charge! might be a good fit for you.

No commitment! Come learn more.

09/01/2026

Have a Quick Diabetes Question?
Drop in and meet Ainsley, a Certified Diabetes Educator with AB Diabetes Education & Support.

Come by for a quick conversation about:

● Prediabetes

● Type 2 diabetes

● Gestational diabetes

● Blood sugar numbers

● Food and everyday choices

● Diabetes self-management

This is a relaxed, informal drop-in opportunity to ask general diabetes questions and information.

Please note: This is not a full diabetes education session and does not replace care from your regular healthcare provider. Diagnosis, medical consultation, and treatment changes are not provided.
Sept 17 at 555 Spence St 10-11:30 am

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