PHAC has engaged with the Ministry of Health in the creation of a new online resource offering supports to assist in learning more about planning for a pregnancy, care during pregnancy, labour, birth, as well as postpartum baby and toddler care.
Read MoreIn this article from the Bernard van Leer Foundation Early Childhood Matters magazine, the authors introduce the World Health Organization and UNICEF Care for Child Development package, an evidence-based set of materials to help health sector workers to support caregivers in improving the sensitivity, responsiveness and psychosocial stimulation of their children.
Read MoreIn her article, What is a Family?, Rachel Epstein, Coordinator of the LGBTQ Parenting Network in Toronto, gives practical support and suggestions for professionals and organizations to create an open and welcoming environment for LGBTQ families.
Read MoreParenting programs for Aboriginal dads are few and far between in Canada. Although they have proven to be a valuable tool, and can result in positive outcomes for Aboriginal families, a new study found just 35 programs across the country that specifically serve Aboriginal fathers.
Read MoreClick here to watch an engaging, 4 minute video on strengthening protective factors and resilience among youth.
Read MoreClick here to read an overview of an article presented by David W. Kritt on cognitive development theory and how this relates to optimized learning in children.
Read MoreBC Reproductive Mental Health Program offers reassurance to new parents suffering from pre-existing mental health issues and peri-natal mental health issues.
Read MoreFour respected joint workshop presenters in the early childhood field have brought together 12 of their most important topics as essays in this newly published book.
Read MoreIn this engaging presentation, Denise Findlay shares her insights on the complexities, especially those we tend not to be aware of consciously, that can develop in working with people in community.
Read MoreClick here to watch a message of love, healing and hope aimed at ending violence against Aboriginal women and children.
Read More“By the time most kids start preschool, aged around 3, the most important building blocks for learning have already been put in place.”
Read MoreLearn more about a new resource developed to help service providers discuss safe infant sleep practices with First Nations and Aboriginal families.
Read MoreClick here to access a quick video that summarizes Clyde Hertzman’s key messages regarding early childhood development.
Read MoreFatherhood is Forever is one of a series of resource booklets that have been produced by the National Collaborating Centre for Aboriginal Health (NCCAH) in partnership with the First Nations Health Authority.
Read MoreThere are many challenges facing parents in keeping children safe and secure in a new and unfamiliar environment. That’s why CMAS developed the multi-lingual "New In Canada Parenting Support" Brochures.
Read MoreTake a few minutes to check out this fast-paced, very entertaining and approachable animated exploration of new research findings in motivational theory, similar in presentation style to the famous “Story of Stuff”.
Read MoreClick here to read a commentary from the Canadian Paediatric Society that reinforces the best practices embraced by CAPC, CPNP and AHS programs across BC.
Read MoreThe Letters to Canada video documents the thoughts of Canadian children on the unequal treatment of First Nations children in Canada.
Read MoreAfter reviewing the historical issues that have created particular ongoing challenges for many Aboriginal families, this paper provides straightforward, accessible practices for parents and caregivers to use to strengthen and support emotional security and attachment in the children they are raising.
Read MoreABCD 101 presented by John McKnight of the Asset Building Community Development Institute. This excellent series of short videos gives a down-to-earth primer on Asset-Based Community Development – a useful introduction or review of basic principles, delivered in a gentle and relaxed style with clear illustrations of the key building blocks.
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