Positive early childhood experiences are the best guarantee for an optimal start in life. Funded by the Ministry of Children & Family Development, the Child Care Resource and Referral & Early Years & Family Resource Centre offer a variety of FREE programs and supports.
*Unless posted, please call 250-376-4771 to register for programs.
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The Interactive Drop –In Centre is now open for drop-in! Staff have been working hard at giving the centre a new look and feel. To allow for extra cleaning, we will be open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00am-11:30am. Families can enjoy free play, a reading corner, arts and crafts, circle time and access to the gym for lots of movement.
Children play and learn with their parent, grandparent or caregiver in a fun and safe setting. It’s a great place to meet friends and there will be locomotion time in the gym every session!
Dates/Times: Thursdays, September 23-October 21, 2021 6:15-7:45pm, Location: TBD
Learn soothing ways to help your baby sleep better, get relief from tummy upsets and grow well. Strengthen your bond with your child and connect with other moms in a calm, supportive place where your baby’s crying is understood and welcomed!
Dates/Times: Fridays, October 1 - 29, 2021 from 9:30-10:30am Virtual via ZOOM. Please call us at 250-376-4771 to register.
Connect with other parents and give your baby a chance to explore movement in a big, safe space designed for fun!
Dates/Times: Tuesdays 11:00-12:00pm at John Tod Centre. *Registration is required.
Connect with other parents and learn fun songs, rhymes and stories while giving your baby a chance to explore language, learning and play!
Dates/Times: Wednesdays 11:45-12:30pm at John Tod Centre.*Registration is required.
Learn new songs, rhymes and stories, meet new friends in this interactive virtual program. Presented in partnership with Kamloops Early Language and Literacy Initiative (KELLI).
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Register at eventbrite.ca.
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The Ages & Stages Questionnaire® (ASQ) is a developmental and social-emotional assessment tool. They are filled out by parents or caregivers and are scored by trained facilitators.
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