New West
Family Place

This is a place where all families with Children from 0 to 6 find encouragement, support and resources to thrive.

about us

Barrier & cost-free family playtime programs

We offer barrier and cost-free family playtime programs, and free registered in-person talks, workshops, and parenting programs for families with children in the early years (aged 0-6). Come to New Westminster Family Place to find support, strengthen your relationships with your children, enhance how you feel about parenting, and build community connection.

our programs

Programs & Workshops

We offer drop in programs, workshops and parenting groups for all families to find support, strengthen their relationships with their children and their family members, enhance how they feel about their parenting, and build community connection and belonging.

Parenting Programs & Workshops

Our workshops are designed to enhance parenting skills & develop a positive community for families.

Family
Drop-Ins

Drop in programs are parent participation, are no cost, and do not require pre-registration.

Activity Packs

Activity packs are for holidays and events to encourage creative play and learning for our New West families.

Toy Lending Library

We have a collection of engaging and developmentally appropriate toys you can borrow for infants, toddlers or preschoolers.

GET INSPIRED

Event Calendar

November 25

Family Playtime Drop in (Quayside) with Priscilla from Colour it Cantonese!

Are you looking for ways to meet other people with babies and young children in your community? Are you seeking...

November 25

Baby Talk Drop-in with Special Guest, RMT Renee Caines!

If you’re a new parent with a pre-mobile baby (0-9 months) and need to find your people and how to...

November 28

Eat, Play, Love drop-in lunch * Birthday event

Sharing a simple lunch creates connections that nourish not just our bodies, but also our sense of belonging and community....

November 21

Thrive Together Playgroup

This weekly playgroup is a welcoming space for caregivers and children with extra support needs. Whether your child is neurodivergent,...

November 22

Tigrinya Storytime Drop-in (New West Public Library)

Join us for Tigrinya Storytime, a fun drop-in program in Uptown New West! Mrs. Aida will lead you and your...

November 29

You Are Not Alone: Meet and Greet for Families with Neurodiverse Children

Are you a parent or caregiver of a neurodiverse child and feeling uncertain about the journey ahead? Looking for support...

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What's Happening

News, Parent Education

19 Nov 2024

Warmth & Structure: Insights from Dr. Joan Durrant

A visit from Positive Discipline in Everyday Parenting program, Dr. Joan Durrant gives some helpful takeaways we can all learn...

Community Partners, News

4 Nov 2024

Community Spirit Shines on Hallowe’en at the New West Quay

A Spooktacular Success! Last week, New Westminster Family Place celebrated a return to Halloween festivities in a collaborative community-driven Hallowe’en...

Family Drop-ins, News

29 Oct 2024

The Return Of New West Family Place Monthly Birthday Celebrations

New Westminster Family Place has now begun monthly birthday celebrations with a lunch, cupcakes, and a special package for families...
Families

Who Is Family Place For

Our programs are for families with children 0-6 years including grandparents, caregivers, extended and chosen family. We support and embrace families of every gender, background or socioeconomic status and we offer programs all around New West – across the community – touching every neighborhood – and at consistent times.