Family Dynamics

10/12/2026

Happy Thanksgiving to our friends, colleagues, community partners, and families. Hope today has moments of pause, laughter, and gratefulness.

As a reminder, all family Dynamics locations are closed today.

10/10/2026

World Mental Health Day is today with the theme: Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change.

"When you share your lived experience you do more than tell your story. You create pathways for others who feel alone in their struggles. Personal stories inspire hope in tangible ways. Hearing how someone found the right therapist, rebuilt relationships, or returned to work after a mental health crisis shows others that recovery is possible" - Partners for Mental Health Canada

10/09/2026

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10/09/2026

Family Dynamics offices and Resource Centers will all be closed Monday October 12, 2026. Have a lovely long weekend and see you again on Tuesday. 🍄🍂

10/05/2026

Sara Riel is hosting its 14th Annual Mental Health & Wellness Expo:

Tuesday, October 6
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Fort Rouge Leisure Centre, 625 Osborne Street
Free and open to the community

The Expo brings together mental health, wellness, addictions/recovery, and community organizations from across Winnipeg.

During Mental Illness Awareness Week, October 4–10, join Sara Riel for our Mental Health & Wellness Expo to connect with community organizations and discover resources for yourself or someone you care about.

📅 Tuesday, October 6
🕙 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
📍 Fort Rouge Leisure Centre
🎟️ Free admission | Free on-site parking

Building understanding starts with conversation. Stop by, ask questions and learn about the support available in our community.

Everyone is welcome. Bring a friend and help spread the word!
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À l’occasion de la Semaine de sensibilisation aux maladies mentales, du 4 au 10 octobre, joignez-vous à Sara Riel pour notre Expo sur la santé mentale et le mieux-être. Venez rencontrer des organismes communautaires et découvrir des ressources pour vous ou un proche.

📅 Le mardi 6 octobre
🕙 De 10 h à 15 h
📍 Centre de loisirs Fort Rouge
🎟️ Entrée gratuite | Stationnement gratuit sur place

Le dialogue nous aide à mieux comprendre la santé mentale. Venez poser vos questions et découvrir les services de soutien offerts dans notre communauté.

Tout le monde est bienvenu. Invitez vos proches et passez le mot!

10/05/2026

Family Dynamics is offering a virtual Circle of Security Parenting program

☑️starting on Wednesday, October 21-December 16.

🕦We will meet weekly on Zoom from 1:30-3:00pm.

Use the QR Code to Register today or this link: https://forms.gle/v78Z6UrGdhuJWN1K8

COSP is a relationship-based parenting program designed to help caregivers understand how attachment impacts the parent/child relationship.

09/29/2026

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day are both observed annually on September 30th, and they are dedicated to honouring Residential School Survivors, their families, and communities, and to recognize the lasting impacts of Canada’s Residential School system.

These commemorations provide an opportunity to deepen Canada’s understanding of the intergenerational effects of residential schools and to reflect on their enduring legacy as part of the ongoing journey toward truth, healing, and reconciliation.

On September 30, Canadians are encouraged to wear orange in honour of Residential School Survivors and their families, and in remembrance of the children who never returned home.

09/22/2026

Workshop alert! Please call intake counsellor, Jodee at 204-594-1879 to inquire about registration

💜Cognitive Behaviour Therapy with Mindfulness (CBTm)
Oct 2 - Oct 30, 2026 on Fridays from 10:30 am - 12:00pm (5 Weeks)

🧠Mindful Coping Workshop
Nov 6, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm

🦋Adapting to Change: Reach Goals (Skills Based Group)
Nov 13- Dec 4, 2026, on Fridays from 10:00am - 12:00pm

09/10/2026

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day.

At Family Dynamics, we help create spaces where people feel connected and supported which can be as simple as listening, checking in with someone, making resources easy to access, or helping someone connect with the right support.

If you’re struggling with thoughts of su***de, or you’re worried about someone you know, support is available.

Call or text 9-8-8, anytime, anywhere in Canada. Available 24/7.

You don’t have to know exactly what to say to reach out.

09/08/2026

As summer winds down and the school routine picks back up, it’s completely normal for the transition to feel like a mixed bag. Back-to-school season often brings a quiet wave of stress and anxiety—for kids, teens, and caregivers.

Adjusting to new schedules, teachers, and expectations takes time. Remember that it’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed right now.

You don't have to have it all figured out on day one. Be gentle with yourselves, prioritize rest over perfection, and remember that adjusting takes time.