Family Resource Programs

Family Resource Programs of BC (FRP-BC) is a membership organization dedicated to promoting and supporting programs for families. Childhood Connections is a proud FRP member. It is our mission to provide programs, services and resources to support families. As such, we work diligently to build and support the development of healthy families in the Central Okanagan. We offer many activities, programs, and workshops geared to families with children 0-6 years old. Most of our programs are free, and many are drop-in programs. Check out the list below for full details!

Visit the Family Resource Program website for more information

 

Family Programs, Activities and Workshops

Generation Health

Wednesday, Feb 5th - April 23rd ( no classes on March 19 and 26)

Location Parkinson Rec Centre

Must pre register for program

The City of Kelowna and Childhood Connections Okanagan Family & Childcare Society are excited to announce they will be hosting the Generation Health Community program this upcoming February on Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm starting February 5th at the Parkinson Activity Centre.

The program is for families with at least one child between the ages 8-12 years old and siblings 6, 7 or 13 to complete together.

When completed program families receive $150 credit towards Rec Programs with City of Kelowna

Must pre register for program

Family Food Fun Classes

Every Monday

Class 1-10am- 11am

Class 2- 11:30 am- 12:30pm

This program is for Children between 3- 5yrs and parents.

Located at Childhood Connections

Each week features a simple, kid-friendly recipe, allowing children to safely participate in every step, from preparation to enjoying the food they've created and playtime afterwards.

Must Register for Each Class

Artful Adventures Weekly Activities

Every Monday from 10am- 11am

This program is for Children between 2- 5yrs and parents.

Located at Childhood Connections

Every Tuesday from 10am - 11am. This program is for Children between 2yrs to 5yrs and parents.

Limited space, must registered for each week.

Early Nourish Families Program

Next Session will begin Jan- June 2025 

Enrich the Parenting Journey with the Early Nourish Families Program Children Aged 1 Month to 12 Months or 12 Months to 24 Months through our Nourish Families Program. Join our weekly sessions from January to June, designed for parents to engage in authentic discussions, incorporating rhymes, songs, and cherished moments with their little ones. Children are encouraged to attend and be part of this bonding experience.

Each week, participating parents will have the opportunity to receive locally sourced frozen meals.

CHILDREN WILL ATTEND AND BE WITH PARENTS

Nourish Families with Childminding Program

Next Program will start in Sept 2025- May 2026

If you or someone you know is struggling during this time and could benefit from weekly meals and other family supports, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Families may be referred by a community agency, their child care provider or even self-referred.

Community Kitchen

Located at Childhood Connections 

Sign in at the Front Desk

Families are welcome to visit once a week to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to benefit. Please note that the variety and quantity of food items may vary weekly, depending on what we receive from our generous partners.

Bring reusable bags

CLOSED Monday

12pm- 4pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays

Playful Healing

On-Going

Playful Healing was designed to support children who are struggling in their day to day life with feelings of worry, uncertainty, isolation, and unhappiness and whose families are unable to afford expensive therapy. By providing FREE, one-to-one therapy, we help children manage and cope with behavioural struggles and anxiety. For Children Between the ages of 8 yrs- 12yrs

Central Okanagan Family Resources

Other Family Programs in our Community

Kelowna Community Resources

For more playgroups in our community please visit Kelowna Community Resources

Okanagan Family Fun

Take a look at this extensive list of drop-in groups. Separated by day of the week and location!