WELCOME TO BFL’S FAMILY LIFE EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Our Family Life Education programs encourage individuals, parents and families to develop healthy and caring relationships by providing education and support.
We provide a variety of education and support programs for individuals and parents to create healthy and supportive environments for themselves and their families.
See all of our current program offerings below.
If the program you are looking is closed or full, join our contact list and we will notify you when the next session of programs open or if we have additional openings.
FALL 2025
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CALM & CONFIDENT PARENTING
Wednesdays
Starting September 17th (8 sessions total)
12:30pm-2:30pm
6140 McKercher Avenue, Burnaby
In these sessions, you'll gain invaluable insights into cultivating life-long skills and positive habits for your preschool and elementary school-aged children. The discussions will cover a wide range of themes. Free child care available for children 18 months to 10 years with pre-registration. Snacks and bus tickets are also available.
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CURIOUS MINDS
Mondays
Starting October 20th (6 sessions)
1:00pm-3:00pm
6140 McKercher Avenue
Fridays
starting September 12th (4 sessions)
12:30pm-2:30pm
Edmonds Res. Centre, #205-7355 Canada Way
Join us for this program to explore the world together with your children through science experiments, baking, creative reading and writing, music and movement. Suitable for children 2-6 years of age. Parents must attend with child.
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CURIOUS MINDS- Mandarin
Wednesdays
Starting November 12th (6 sessions)
12:30pm-2:30pm
6140 McKercher Avenue, Burnaby
Join us for this program offered in Mandarin to explore the world together with your children through science experiments, baking, creative reading and writing, music and movement. Suitable for children 2-6 years of age. Parents must attend with child.
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IMMIGRANT WOMEN SUPPORT GROUP
Fridays
Starting September 26th (10 sessions- no program October 24)
9:30am-11:30am
Pioneer, 5th floor, 4535 Kingsway
Come and meet other immigrant women who share similar experiences. Learn about community resources while sharing your stories in a safe and supportive environment. Free child care available for children 18 months to 10 years with pre-registration. Snacks and bus tickets are also available.
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PARENTING PRE-TEENS
Tuesdays
Starting September 23 (8 sessions, no program on September 30 and November 11)
12:30pm-2:30pm
6140 McKercher Avenue
Join us in a safe and welcoming space for engaging and informative sessions where you will learn about how to connect with your school-age child (7 - 12 years). Pre-teen age is a extremely sensitive period in a child’s life, which can be very stressful for both child and a parent. -
PARENTING FOR IMMIGRANTS
Thursdays
Starting September 25 (8 sessions)
12:30pm-2:30pm
6140 McKercher Avenue
Fridays
starting October 17 (8 sessions- no program on October 24)
12:30pm-2:30pm
Edmonds Res. Centre, #205-7355 Canada Way
Raising children in a new country is a difficult task. Come and learn useful information on child development, the Canadian school system, child-care options, positive discipline, healthy nutrition and much more. Free child care available for children 18 months to 10 years with pre-registration. Snacks and bus tickets also available. -
NOBODYS PERFECT-KOREAN
Mondays
Starting October 20 (8 sessions)
9:30am-11:30am
6140 McKercher Avenue
This program is designed to help you get to know your child better while equipping you with valuable skills and tools to boost your confidence as a parent. It's essential to remember that none of us are perfect – we all have our challenges. Nobody's Perfect!! Free child care available for children 18 months to 10 years with pre-registration. Snacks and bus tickets are also available.
OTHER PROGRAM OFFERINGS - NOT CURRENTLY RUNNING
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