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Finding Your Voice: Understanding Anger for Youth Class
News Posted On Sep 01, 2023

Finding Your Voice: Understanding Anger for Youth Class

Raising a teenager can be hard, but being a teenager can be hard, too. Youth are beginning to explore who they are as individuals and find their voices. Sometimes these voices can be loud, harsh, and full of anger. This anger makes it difficult for the…

News Posted On Jul 01, 2023

Roots & Wings Summer Camp 2023

  FREE SUMMER CAMP FOR PARENTS & CAREGIVERS  Hey there, parents! Summer is here, and what better way to spend it than to join a free summer camp? You get to meet other parents and caregivers in the community, but you'll also learn about self-care,…

New Therapeutic Foster Care Program Looking for Caregivers for Youth
News Posted On Apr 01, 2023

New Therapeutic Foster Care Program Looking for Caregivers for Youth

The Family Centre's new therapeutic foster care program is looking for interested caregivers for youth. Have you ever thought about becoming a caregiver for youth? If you want to make a lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable youth in Edmonton, this…

News Posted On Mar 06, 2023

National Social Work Week 2023

This National Social Work Week, we celebrate all they do for us in the community and beyond! Registered Social Workers (RSW) take up many roles in our community - working in mental health, community initiatives, family support & connect, therapy, and…

Rapid Access Counselling in Alberta
News Posted On Oct 01, 2022

Rapid Access Counselling in Alberta

Rapid Access Counselling is a new virtual counselling service available to all Albertans. Are you in need of a supportive conversation focused on a change you’d like to make in your life? Whether you need to take several steps on a long journey, or…

The Family Centre's Annual Report 2021/2022
News Posted On Jun 13, 2022

The Family Centre's Annual Report 2021/2022

Our Annual Report 2021/2022 is now available! The Family Centre has been supporting families and all people for 80 years! That’s 80 years of overcoming challenges and improving people’s overall well-being. Here are some highlights from last year:…

LGBTQ+ Resources: The Rainbow Pages
News Posted On Jun 01, 2022

LGBTQ+ Resources: The Rainbow Pages

Transitioning into adulthood can be tough. Finding resources shouldn’t be! We are excited to announce the release of The Rainbow Pages Edition 6. The Rainbow Pages is a resource guide developed by The Family Centre to provide the 2SLGBTQ+ youth and…

United Way Funded Partner Campaign Award Winner
News Posted On Mar 14, 2022

United Way Funded Partner Campaign Award Winner

Each year, more than 450 workplaces across the Alberta Capital Region run their own United Way employee giving campaigns. These campaigns inspire donors and volunteers to support our community’s most vulnerable, including those living in poverty, and…

New Classes for Caregivers and Self-Improvement
News Posted On Feb 15, 2022

New Classes for Caregivers and Self-Improvement

Life didn't come with an instruction manual. How we process and respond to situations is different for everyone. Learning successful strategies to overcome challenges can help you work towards a better future.We are introducing a variety of new classes…

Two New Locations at Drop-In Single Session Counselling Edmonton
News Posted On Nov 01, 2021

Two New Locations at Drop-In Single Session Counselling Edmonton

What are the two new locations? We have two new locations at our Drop-In Single Session Counselling!  “We are glad to be able to partner with these two organizations and expand our DISSC services to these new locations,” says Elsie Lobo, Manager,…

Feedback on our Services
News Posted On Oct 01, 2021

Feedback on our Services

It is important for us to know that we are helping people to move forward in positive ways, no matter what challenges they are dealing with. That’s why we ask for feedback to evaluate if our services make a positive impact. Here are some of our findings:…

Services Available In-Person and Online
News Posted On Sep 01, 2021

Services Available In-Person and Online

We’ve heard you loud and clear - it’s great to be able to choose whether you want to access our services online or in person. That’s why:   Counselling continues to be available online, in person, and over the phone. You can just drop in for a…

Low Cost Summer Activities
News Posted On Jul 16, 2021

Low Cost Summer Activities

Are you looking for fun, inexpensive things to do with your family this summer? There are now more places open and more activities to choose from. Here are some activities in our city that won’t break your bank: The City of Edmonton outdoor pools are…

The Family Centre’s Annual Report 2020/21 is now available!
News Posted On Jul 01, 2021

The Family Centre’s Annual Report 2020/21 is now available!

The Family Centre continues to overcome adversity even with the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some highlights: We got accredited by Council on Accreditation We are now a certified Trauma-Informed Care agency We have raised about $45,000 at our United Way…

How The Family Centre Employees Celebrate Canada Day
News Posted On Jul 01, 2021

How The Family Centre Employees Celebrate Canada Day

Happy Canada Day! It is a day where Canadians across the country show their pride, history, culture, and achievements! This year, we want to share a piece of our employees’ stories who migrated to Canada and received their Canadian citizenship. We…

Free Summer Camp for Parents:
News Posted On Jun 16, 2021

Free Summer Camp for Parents: "Me" Time

Are you looking for fun and free things to do this summer? Meet other parents and learn about structure, routine, child development, emotional support, community resources, and more at The Family Centre’s free summer camp for parents! This is your…

COVID-19 Emergency Financial Supports
News Posted On May 10, 2021

COVID-19 Emergency Financial Supports

We are all collectively going through an unimaginable, challenging situation and some of us have been impacted financially more than others. The resources below have been compiled from the City of Edmonton Earn*Save*Build monthly compilation of Financial…

The Family Centre acknowledges that we are on Treaty 6 territory, a traditional meeting ground, gathering place, and traveling route for the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Métis, Dene, and Nakota Sioux. We acknowledge all the many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.

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