Child, Youth, And Family

A free family resource program that offers a stimulating play group for children from birth to age six. Provides a place where parents can take a break from their home routine, connect with other parents and caregivers, and have fun playing with their children. Families can also access community resources, parenting information, and one-on-one support. Childcare providers and the children they care for are also welcome. Program offered at: Gibsons and Area Community Centre (700 Park Road, Gibsons) The Family Place (5520 Trail Avenue, Sechelt) See the website for more information and hours of the groupmore info

Provides free individual and group counselling for children and youth ages three to 18 who have been exposed to family violence. Helps children and youth understand their emotions, discuss their trauma, develop a safety plan, recognize their strengths, increase their self-confidence, and understand that they are not responsible for the violence. Also provides individual and group support for the non-offending parent and caregivers. Serves the Sunshine Coast. Program hours vary. Funded by Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General (MPSSG).more info

Physiotherapy Services provides intervention to support children (birth to school entry) to develop the gross motor skills necessary to participate in physical activity and play as independently as possible.more info

Kids 6-12, programs such as gymnastics, babysitter certification, arts, crafts & cooking classes.more info

Assistance to develop a child's (newborn-5 years) feeding, play, pre-speech and communication skills, including assessment, consultation, therapy and training.more info

Assistance to develop (newborn-5 years) feeding, play, pre-speech and communication skills including assessment, consultation, therapy & training.more info

The Community Care Facilities Licensing program protects and promotes the health, safety and well-being of vulnerable children and adults in licensed care facilities. We do this through education, collaboration and regulation.more info

Classes for pregnant women and their partner, support person or friend. Subsidies available.more info

Ages 10-12. A free supervised recreation-based program including pool table, movie nights, FOOD, computers, music, video games, arts & crafts & much more! .more info

Counselling is available to children and youth (ages 3-18) who have experienced sexual abuse and/or have sexual behavior problems. This includes children under the age of 12 with sexually intrusive behavior's. Service includes a range of appropriate and timely assessment, treatment and consultation to both children and their families. Program funding is provided by the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD). Services offered in Gibsons and Secheltmore info