New West
Family Place

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

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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.

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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.

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Event Calendar

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January 23

Thrive Together Playgroup

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

January 20

Baby Talk Drop-in

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

January 21

Family Playtime Drop-in (Century House)

Feeling eager to meet other parents and their young children in Uptown New West? On the lookout for fun activities...

January 22

Nobody’s Perfect Parenting Program (registered – FULL)

Join us for the Nobody’s Perfect Parenting Program, a supportive and judgment-free space for parents of children aged 0–5. Over...

January 22

Thrive Parents Support Group for Parents of Neurodivergent Children

Join us for this monthly gathering of parents of neurodivergent children. This is a safe and inclusive space for parents...

January 23

Eat, Play, Love drop-in lunch * celebrating this month’s Birthdays

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

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What's Happening

An infographic celebrating New West Family Place third quarter impacts of 2024.

News

10 Jan 2025

Celebrating an Incredible 3rd Quarter at New Westminster Family Place!

Join us in celebrating our third quarter community impacts of 2025!...

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19 Dec 2024

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16 Dec 2024

We’re launching the Membership Advisory Committee and we want you!

We are thrilled to announce the formation of our new Member Advisory Committee (MAC) at New Westminster Family Place! This...

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.