Abbotsford School District
  • StrongStart (13 centres) - DROP-IN, Abbotsford School District's Early Learning Department, Phone: 778 880 8554 or Andrea Senft, Manager of Early Learning and Childcare at earlylearning@abbyschools.ca

    • StrongStart is a free, drop-in, parent-participatory early learning program for 0 to 5-year-old children. It runs from September to June and a qualified early childhood educator leads activities, including stories, music and arts, to help children grow linguistically, emotionally and socially. For all 13 StrongStart Centres locations throughout the community click HERE. For more information about the program visit the StrongStart page on the Abbotsford School Districts website.

  • Parent and Tot - Prince Charles Elementary, DROP-IN, Phone: 778-880-8554 (Abbotsford Early Years Centre) For information on currently available sessions contact earlylearning@abbyschools.ca or check our calendar HERE.

    • Parent and Tot Drop-in is a free program for families with children 0-5 years old. The sessions offer a variety of activities for caregivers to do with their child/ren. There is an ECE-trained facilitator on site to set out activities, answer questions and share ideas with families.

  • Parent and Tot - A.S.I.A North Poplar Elementary, DROP-IN, Phone: 778-880-8554 (Abbotsford Early Years Centre) For information on currently available sessions contact earlylearning@abbyschools.ca or check our calendar HERE.

    • Parent and Tot Drop-in is a free program for families with children 0-5 years old. The sessions offer a variety of activities for caregivers to do with their child/ren. There is an ECE trained facilitator on site to set out activities, answer questions and share ideas with families.

  • Emémel Spá:th (Little Bears), DROP-IN, Phone: 778-880-8554 (Abbotsford Early Years Centre) For information on currently available sessions contact earlylearning@abbyschools.ca or check our calendar HERE.

    • Little Bear is an Indigenous focussed program for families with children 0-5 years old. Drumming and singing with us enjoying a story at circle time, playing with toys, make something in the art center. Caregiver and child attend together so it’s a great place to meet people (in a safe environment) and make a friend.

  • Mother Goose - IN-PERSON, Registration by email is required. Phone: 778-880-8554 (Abbotsford Early Years Centre). For information on currently available sessions contact earlylearning@abbyschools.ca or check our calendar HERE

The Mother Goose Program teaches parents rhymes and songs and gives participants opportunities to build on their strengths and learn new skills. This program is for caregivers with babies ages 0-18 months.

PJ's and Storytime program is an evening program for families with children 0-6 years old at The Sweeney Neighbourhood Centre. We provide Snacks, Crafts, Storytime and lots of fun.

Saturday Family Fun and Story Time is a free program for families with children (0-6) with professionally led activities, including stories, music and arts, to help children grow linguistically, emotionally and socially.

    Archway Community Services

    Abby Dads – Father Involvement Program

    • Chai Time (Punjabi) - Drop-in- Tuesdays at 6:00 pm (in-person), 33780 Laurel Street, Abbotsford (Fathers and male caregivers only)

    Drop-in program for Punjabi Dads. Join Nam and Aman to chat about life, parenting, relationships, and whatever else comes to mind. Check HERE the drop-in Schedule

    • Chai Time Trucker (Punjabi) - Drop-in- Tuesdays at 5:00 pm (online), 33780 Laurel Street, Abbotsford (Fathers and male caregivers only)

    Drop-in program for Punjabi Dads online parenting support on the road. Check HERE for more information

    • Dad Chat - Drop-in - Mondays at 5:30 pm (online) Wednesdays at 6:00 pm (i- person) 33780 Laurel Street Abbotsford (Fathers and male caregivers only)

    Dad Chat iis a regular, weekly drop-in program for fathers and male caregivers. No registration is required! Come chat about life, sports, relationships, parenting, and whatever else comes to mind. Meet some other Abbotsford dads striving to build strong families! Open to any dad in Abbotsford. Check HERE for more information

    • Outdoor Education & Fitness Program - Dads Workout Group - Drop-in - Tuesdays at 7:00 pm (in-person), 33780 Laurel Street Abbotsford (Fathers and male caregivers

    Please contact Reg Unrau for intake. Activities include running, stretching, strength training, and more. Check HERE for more information

    • Curriculum Based Classes - Registration Required. Sessions are three to eight weeks in duration with one session per week. Check HERE for more information.
    • Conflict Resolution,
    • In Control,
    • Anger Awareness (English, Punjabi),
    • Men in Relationships (English, Punjabi)

    Family Centre – The Parenting Place

    • Community Drop-in, Birth to age of 6, DROP-IN Monday and Wednesday from 9:00 to 11:15 am 33780 Laurel Street Abbotsford

    An excellent venue for meeting friends! Drop-ins provide opportunities for your child to interact with others while developing social skills. Parents benefit from meeting other parents and sharing information and support. We welcome all parents/caregivers with children 0-6 years of age.

    • I Got you Bebe - By Registration, 6-23 months, Thursdays from 9:30 am – 10:30 am, 33780 Laurel Street Abbotsford

    A fun and interactive program for parents and their children ages 6-23 months. Enjoy new rhymes, songs and stories to share with your child. Registration required. Click HERE to visit the website or email/phone Tania Rempel @ tania.rempel@archway.ca / 604.859.7681 Ext: 229 for more information.

    • Best for Babies - By Registration, weekly group support, must be registered to attend, click HERE to visit the website

    Best for Babies is a free Pregnancy Outreach Program funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada. The Prenatal Nutrition Program, which assists pregnant women who do not typically access traditional prenatal services, offers support during pregnancy and for 6 months post-partum. Particular attention is paid to promoting a healthy diet and lifestyle.

    Weekly registered group drop-ins with food, guest speakers, health education, and childcare are provided for free – registration is required.

    • Wednesday Expectant Moms Group
      Group #1 – 1:00am – 2:30pm
      Group #2 – 3:00pm – 4:30pm
    • Thursday Best for Babies New Parents Group
      3:00pm – 4:30pm
    • Thursday Best for Babies South-Asian Group
      10:00am – 12:00pm
    • Precious Baby DROP-IN, Birth to 12 months - Tuesdays 9:30 am - 10:30 am at 33780 Laurel Street Abbotsford

    An excellent venue for meeting friends! Drop-ins provide opportunities for your child to interact with others while developing social skills. Parents benefit from meeting other parents and sharing information and support. Precious Baby is for families with infants from birth to 1 year.

    • Toddler Time DROP-IN, Birth to 36 months, - Tuesdays 10:45 am - 11:45 am at 33780 Laurel Street Abbotsford

    An excellent venue for meeting friends! Drop-ins provide opportunities for your child to interact with others while developing social skills. Parents benefit from meeting other parents and sharing information and support. Toddler Time is for families with children from birth to 3 years of age.

    • Temple DROP-IN, Birt to age of 6, Tuesdays from 10:00 am – 11:30 am at Khalsa Diwan Society Sikh Temple (33094 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford)

    An excellent venue for meeting friends! Drop-ins provide opportunities for your child to interact with others while developing social skills. Parents benefit from meeting other parents and sharing information and support. We welcome all parents/caregivers with children 0-6 years of age. This program is facilitated in Punjab and is located at the Khalsa Diwan Society Sikh Temple.

    Family Smart

    ‘In the Know’ provides expert speakers on topics important to families who are parenting a child or youth with a mental health and/or substance use challenge and/or those working to support the mental health of children and youth. Watch an ItK video from our library or join an online discussion with other families to connect and learn. Online ItK discussions are facilitated by Parents in Residence and hosted monthly for families to join. Visit the Family Smart website to check for upcoming online discussions and support groups for parents and caregivers with children ages 0-25

    Fraser Valley Child Development Centre

    FVCDC receives provincial funding to provide these services, therefore, services are 'free' and also accessible through designated interpreters. You can make a referral for your child by completing an online referral form or contacting FVCDC.

    • Family Consultation - provided on specific topics identified by you as priorities for your child's development. We are able to share ideas about how to encourage your child's development at home and in the community.
    • Parent/Caregiver and Child Program - fun, play-based programs for a small group of children working on developing similar skills. These programs provide opportunities for your child to learn new skills, and for you to learn how to practice the new skills with your child. They are also a great opportunity to meet other parents
    • Parent/Caregiver Education & Training Program - providing an opportunity to learn about child development, parenting and other early years topics.
    • Community Consultation - we are available to consult with community programs (e.g. preschool or daycare) in order to foster your child's development and encourage successful inclusion in these environments.
    • Individual Sessions - occasionally we may provide individual sessions focused on specific goals for your child.
    • Team Work - your team members meet, formally and informally, to discuss your child's services and to share ideas and strategies with each other in order to support your child in reaching the priorities you have identified.