Family Resource Programs
Facilitate parent-child engagement for families with children aged 0-6 years.
We welcome families to drop in, learn, and build community.
Families are welcome to drop in any time during program hours (Mother Goose requires advanced registration).
Family Resource Programs (FRPs) are welcoming spaces for families with kids aged 0-6. These programs are all about celebrating our community’s diversity and supporting families in fun and meaningful ways. We focus on helping parents build their skills, create enriching experiences for children in the crucial years of their childhood and foster connections within the family and the wider community.
Our FRPs offer support through five key areas:
Family Support
Play-based Learning
Early Learning and Literacy
Parent Education
Information and Referrals
A ONE-TIME ANNUAL FEE OF $10 valid for one year (April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027) will be charged for BFL drop-in programs. This is for participation in any BFL Family Resource Programs, at any of our location across the City of Burnaby for all members of the immediate family. You can pay onsite on your first visit or pay in advance using button below.
Family Resource Programs.
Ongoing Programs - Fall 2026
Each program is designed to support your parenting journey and help you to create a healthy and supportive environment for you and your family.
Explore our different engaging program offerings and activities designed to support families in a fun and meaningful ways. Whether sharing rhymes, stories and songs in our Mother Goose Program, creating stronger connections with other parents in our Family Drop-ins, exploring the world through play with your children in our Learning Together Through Play Program, or spending some quality play-time with your baby at our Baby & Me Second Stage.
Learning Together Through Play Drop-In
Tuesdays 9:30am-11:00am| 6140 McKercher Avenue
Play is natural to children and helps them explore and learn how the world around them functions and facilitates their social-emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
So come and join us for a fun-filled hour where children explore nature, learn about themselves and the world around them all through age-appropriate activities like storytelling, songs and rhymes, movement and dance. Parents and caregivers will also have an opportunity to meet other families, make new friends and learn about useful community resources.
Family Drop-In
Tuesdays 4:00pm-6:00pm | 6140 McKercher Avenue
Wednesdays 9:30am-11:30am | Edmonds Resource Centre #205-7355 Canada Way
Thursdays 12:30pm-2:30pm | 6140 McKercher Avenue
Saturdays 10:00am-12:00pm | 6140 McKercher Avenue
The Family Drop-In Program is a welcoming and engaging space designed for children ages 0-6 and their parents or caregivers. This program provides a unique opportunity for families to come together in a relaxed environment, fostering meaningful connections and shared experiences.
Participants can enjoy a variety of age-appropriate activities, including arts and crafts, storytelling, music, and interactive play, all aimed at promoting early childhood development and social skills. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to actively participate alongside their children, creating a supportive atmosphere where they can bond, learn, and grow together.
In addition to the fun activities, the program offers a chance for parents and caregivers to connect with one another, share experiences, and build a supportive community while their children play. Whether you are a first-time parent or have multiple children, the Family Drop-In Program is a perfect place to learn with others, exchange ideas, and form lasting friendships.
Join us every for a wonderful experience that nurtures both children and their caregivers. No registration is required—simply drop in and be part of our vibrant community!
Baby & Me Second Stage
Fridays 9:30am-11:00am | 6140 McKercher Avenue
This is an ongoing weekly playgroup for parents with babies aged 18 months and under. In this two-hour program, parents will play with their child, meet other parents, and discuss any concerns regarding a child’s health and growth in a clean and relaxed environment. Weekly topics included in the program are around child development, health, safety, nutrition, and learning new songs together. Free snack provided.
Mother Goose
Join us for Parent-Child Mother Goose Program®. A group experience for parents and young children, up to 24 months.
The program introduces adults and children to the pleasure and power of using rhymes, songs, and stories together. Parents gain skills and confidence which can enable them to create positive family patterns during their children’s crucial early years. Children benefit from enjoyable, healthy early experiences with language and communication.
We run Mother Goose programs 3-4 times per year.