Kitsilano Neighbourhood House is running a number of affordable family programs this winter term:

Mama & Papa Goose: Songs, Rhymes & Stories for Parents with Children 0-3 Years.
Tuesdays, Jan 21 – Mar 11, 11:30am-12:30pm

My Tween and Me: A Free Parenting Program for Parents with Children aged 7-12
Saturdays, Feb 1 — Mar 22, 10am—12pm

Expressive Art Group for Newcomer Pre-teens (7-12 years)
Wednesdays, Jan 22 – Mar 5, 4:30pm-6pm

Multicultural Women Support Program
Fridays, Jan 10 – Mar 14, 10am – 12pm

For more information about the individual programs, contact Patricia at 604-736-3588 or patricia@kitshouse.org. You can also check out the KNH website: http://www.kitshouse.org/programs/family/programs/

UBC’s Access and Diversity is looking to provide extra support to our single parent students who are struggling financially this holiday season.  If you celebrate a seasonal event and are interested in receiving a gift of financial support, please let us know by Wednesday, November 20th 2013.

Depending on demand, a lottery may be run to determine who will receive a financial gift.

Contact: CJ Rowe

Email: cj.rowe@ubc.ca

Tel: 604 822 2415

 All information shared will be kept confidential by Access and Diversity’s staff.

The Guide to Resources and Supports for Parents has been revised. The guide contains updated information on useful resources for student parents on campus and in the Lower Mainland. You can download the new version here or from the Access & Diversity website.

If you have suggestions for the next revision of the guide, please share with us. We would also love to hear your thoughts on the Parents on Campus blog: What ideas and resources would you as a parent like to see featured on this blog? What information is missing?

Please email comments to Hedda at women.students@ubc.ca

Did you know that the Vancouver Public Library has a program that offers free access to popular Vancouver museums and attractions for you and your family for a two-week period?

It is called the Vancouver Inspiration Pass and is designed to make it possible for all Vancouver families to explore the city. With the pass, you get free access to several attractions, museums, heritage sites, and fitness facilities. Why not bring the kids to H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, Science World, the Vancouver Art Gallery, or for a concert at the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra? Check out the full list of available options here.

The downside of the pass is of course that it is only valid for a two-week period. But for those two weeks, you can go to as many of the listed museums and attractions as you can possibly fit into your schedule! So make sure to book a pass for a period where you are not swamped with school work. Another idea is to ally yourself with other student parents and request passes for different periods, so you can take each other’s children to events. Then the fun lasts longer!

One pass gives free access for two adults and up to four children. The pass holder must be a Vancouver resident aged 14 years or older and hold a Vancouver Public Library Card, but there are no similar restrictions on the people you bring with you.

The pass is very popular, so make sure to apply early! You can apply online or at any VPL library branch. For more information, contact the Vancouver Public Library at 604-331-3603 or info@vpl.ca.

UBC’s Access and Diversity is looking to provide extra support to our single parent students who are struggling financially this holiday season.  If you celebrate a seasonal event and are interested in receiving a gift of financial support, please let us know by Monday, November 19th 2012.

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UBC’s Access and Diversity is looking to provide extra support to our single parent students who are struggling financially this holiday season.  If you celebrate a seasonal event and are interested in receiving a gift of financial support, please let us know by Monday, November 19th 2012.

Depending on demand, a lottery may be run to determine who will receive a financial gift.

Contact: CJ Rowe

Email: cj.rowe@ubc.ca

Tel: 604 822 2415

All information shared will be kept confidential by Access and Diversity’s staff.

The Canadian Federation of University Women of Comox Valley is offering two bursaries of $1,000.00 each to female students who have graduated from secondary school in the Comox Valley, Vancouver Island.

Eligible candidates must be:

1. full time students

2. entering at least their second year of a four year bachelor program leading to a degree at an accredited Canadian college or university

3. or transferring from a completed first or second college year to a university in order to complete a bachelor program (proof of acceptance from receiving university required)

4. must provide secondary school and all university transcripts as well as current references

For bursary application, and more information, please contact the Bursary Chair, Pat James at pmjames@telus.net.

Please state your full name, year and university attending in Sept. 2012 when applying for applications.

Closing date: May 31st, 2012

No exceptions for late documents.

Dear UBC Child Care Staff and Parents:

Do you have concerns about child care in BC, such as the lack of access to high quality care, or other issues? Did you spend a long time on a wait list for child care? Are you worried that there are too many people having to choose sub-standard care for their children? The Coalition of Child Care Advocates of BC and the Early Childhood Educators of BC have put together a well-researched plan based on concerns they have heard from people all over the province. They are presenting it to the provincial government, and would like to hear your feedback (and garner your support if possible, to help put pressure on the government to change the situation). The plan allows for $10 per day child care and $25 per hour average wage for child care workers. The UBC Child Care Parent Council has arranged for them to give a presentation on this plan that is free and open to anyone and everyone.

When: Tuesday, Jan. 17, 7pm
Where: UBC Child Care Main Office, in the gym

Please RSVP if you plan to come, so we know how many handouts to have available: daycareadvocacy@gmail.com

Hope to see you there!

Christina Hendricks
President, UBC Child Care Parent Council