New Westminster Family Place

New Westminster Family Place What is New West Family Place? We are here so that families in New West can be empowered to THRIVE!

New West Family Place is a family resource program for families with children 0-5yrs where you'll find:

-Parenting programs to increase education & connection;
-Child activity programs that promote early learning & healthy development;
-Referrals & supports

We offer drop in programs, workshops and parenting groups for all families to find support, strengthen their relationships with their children and their family members, enhance how they feel about their parenting, and build community connection and belonging.

Our team of child development and family support experts provide services and supports in multiple languages and work with families to ensure they connected to the services and supports they need when they need them.

Find a list of our current programs and services available on our website at www.newwestfamilies.ca

Summer always seems to end a little too quickly. đź’›On August 26, we gathered at Tipperary Park for one last big Family Pl...
09/08/2026

Summer always seems to end a little too quickly. đź’›

On August 26, we gathered at Tipperary Park for one last big Family Place celebration: playing, eating, creating and spending time together before September arrived.

One of the most special parts of the day was celebrating our children heading off to Kindergarten. Starting school is a big milestone for children and their grown-ups, and we loved being able to mark it surrounded by the Family Place community that has watched them grow.

As school begins today, we’re wishing all of our families a wonderful start to the year. And remember: growing out of our early-years programs doesn’t mean growing out of Family Place. Parents and caregivers of children ages 6–12 are always welcome at our monthly Middle Matters meet-ups. We hope you all stay in touch!

Thank you to MP Jake Sawatsky, Hope from MLA Jennifer Whiteside’s office, the FIFA Fired Up for Football fund, Canada Summer Jobs, our volunteers, and especially our incredible summer students for helping make this summer, and this celebration, so special.💛


Jake Sawatzky Jennifer Whiteside City of New Westminster

09/04/2026

Getting around a new city can be surprisingly hard — and when you’re new to a whole country, even the little things can feel like a lot.

Which bus do I take? Is there a safer route? Can I bike there? What are my options if I don’t drive?

That’s exactly why we’re hosting a free Sustainable Transportation Workshop with BEST Mobility. Natalia and Rosemary share a little about why practical, local knowledge matters — and this workshop will offer tips for transit, walking, biking, rolling and shared transportation, plus promo codes for bike and car-share services.

Tuesday, September 15 | 1:00–2:00 PM
đź“Ť New Westminster Family Place
Childminding + refreshments provided

Free to attend, but registration is required.
http://NWFPBESTSept2026.eventbrite.ca

09/02/2026

If you’ve ever wanted to feel more confident using transit, learn about local transportation options, or figure out easier ways to get around with kids, join us for a free Sustainable Transportation Workshop with B.E.S.T. Mobility.

Tuesday, September 15 | 1:00–2:00 PM
đź“Ť New Westminster Family Place
Snacks + childminding provided

Register through the link in bio.
BEST

09/01/2026

Curious about what free, open supports are out there for parents and caregivers of kids on the spectrum?

Thrive Parents is a relaxed, welcoming space to connect with other families, share resources and talk honestly about what’s helping, especially as we head back to school.

This month, we’re focusing on Back to School: routines, transitions, school communication, worries, wins and all the in-between.

No diagnosis required. Just come as you are.

Friday, September 11, 6:30–8:30 pm
New West Family Place, 112-960 Quayside Dr.
đź”— Register: (link in bio) NWFPThriveParentsSept2026.eventbrite.ca

ParentSupport Autism Family Friends AutismBC Autism Canada

September is here at Family Place. 🍂Our September calendar is full of ways to connect, learn and spend time together: fr...
08/28/2026

September is here at Family Place. 🍂

Our September calendar is full of ways to connect, learn and spend time together: from regular drop-in play and Baby Talk to parenting programs, workshops, special guests and community events around New West.
https://www.newwestfamilies.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/NWFP-September-2026-Calendar.pdf

A few highlights this month include Thrive Parents, Nobody’s Perfect, Middle Matters: Big Transitions, a Sustainable Transportation Workshop with B.E.S.T., special guests at Baby Talk and Family Playtime, and Eat, Play, Love.

Take a look at the calendar, save it for later, and visit newwestfamilies.ca for registration links and full program details.

And as always, please share with another family who might find something here for them.

Cameray Child and Family Services Kinsight New Westminster Public Library

08/27/2026

Sometimes the sweetest reminders of what Family Place means happen in small, unexpected moments. đź’›

One of our little friends has been coming to Family Playtime with her nanny for the past eight months. As she gets ready to return home to Europe, she made a special trip in today with flowers and a card for our team to say thank you.

It meant so much to our whole team!

Our daily drop-ins may look like play, snacks, songs and conversation, but underneath all of that, relationships are growing. Families come back week after week, children become comfortable in the space, and trust builds between caregivers, children and our team.

We get to know people and over time, Family Place becomes a place where people feel welcomed, cared for and connected.

We’re so grateful for the families and caregivers who let us be part of their lives, and for the reminder that these relationships mean just as much to our team, too.

Next week is one of our favourite Family Place traditions: our Annual Summer Picnic! On Wednesday, August 26, we’re taki...
08/20/2026

Next week is one of our favourite Family Place traditions: our Annual Summer Picnic!

On Wednesday, August 26, we’re taking Family Place to Tipperary Park for a big shared picnic lunch, outdoor drop-in fun, time to visit and play together, and a very special send-off for the children in our community who are heading to Kindergarten this fall. 💛

Note that this picnic is for ALL Family Place families! You don’t need to have a child starting Kindergarten to come. We’d love to fill the park with familiar faces: babies, toddlers, preschoolers, siblings, parents/caregivers and celebrate the end of summer together. For our Kindergarten families, we’ll also gather for a special little ceremony to cheer your children on as they take this very big next step. Having the wider Family Place community there to celebrate them makes it even more meaningful.
City of New Westminster

Family Place Annual Summer Picnic + Kick off to Kindergarten
đź“… Wednesday, August 26
⏰ 11:00 am–1:00 pm
đź“Ť Tipperary Park
🥪 Lunch + outdoor activities + Kindergarten celebration

Registration is required for us to feed everyone, so please save yourself a spot:
https://NWFPKickoffToKindy2026.eventbrite.ca

Come for the picnic, stay for the celebration. We’d love to see you there. 💛

🎉 100 years of community: come celebrate with us! This Saturday, August 22, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 2 is celebr...
08/19/2026

🎉 100 years of community: come celebrate with us!

This Saturday, August 22, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 2 is celebrating its 100th birthday with a big, family-friendly outdoor celebration in New Westminster!

New Westminster Family Place will be there alongside Kinsight, hosting activities, arts, crafts and fun for children and families in the Children’s Area. Come by, say hello and spend some time creating and playing with us. 💛

The day will also include live music and pipe bands, a Memory Lane exhibit, BBQ, cupcakes, community displays and more. Come help celebrate a century of the Legion in our community... we’d love to see some familiar Family Place faces there!

đź“… Saturday, August 22
🕛 Celebration: 12:00–11:00 p.m.
🎨 Children’s Area activities begin at 1:00 p.m.
đź“Ť 631 Sixth Street, New Westminster

At New West Family Place, our monthly Eat, Play, Love lunch is about more than sharing a meal. Once a month, families st...
08/18/2026

At New West Family Place, our monthly Eat, Play, Love lunch is about more than sharing a meal.

Once a month, families stay a little longer after drop-in to gather around the table, share food and spend time together.
For children, shared meals create space to watch, explore, choose and participate at their own pace. They see other people enjoying different foods, practise everyday social routines, and experience mealtimes as something connected to belonging and community. For caregivers, it’s a chance to slow down, connect and share space with other families without pressure or expectation.

And because everyone is invited to bring something to the table, our lunch often reflects the foods, cultures, traditions and favourites of the families who make Family Place what it is. Food brings us together and belonging keeps us connected.

That’s the ❤️ in Eat, Play, Love. Join us next month!

Our Transition to Kindergarten workshops are underway and it’s been wonderful to see families coming together to ask que...
08/17/2026

Our Transition to Kindergarten workshops are underway and it’s been wonderful to see families coming together to ask questions, share experiences and feel more prepared for the big transition ahead.

This series grew out of something we heard directly from families: you wanted more support in knowing what to expect when your child starts Kindergarten. And there’s still time to join us! 🙌

Wednesday, August 19 | 7:00–9:00 p.m. "Parent Rights, Responsibilities & School Routines"

We’ll be joined by DPAC representative Laura for a practical conversation about navigating the school system, understanding your role as a parent or caregiver, and getting familiar with some of the routines and expectations that come with starting school.

Thursday, August 20 | 7:00-9:00 "Building Your Village"

Missed the first two workshops? That’s okay! Each session stands on its own, and new families are very welcome.

✨ FREE
✨ Childminding available
✨ Practical information and tools you can take with you into September

Register: bit.ly/4bk47l5

Address

112-960 Quayside Drive
New Westminster, BC
V3L

Opening Hours

Monday to Friday 9 30-11:30 for programs at New Westminster Family Place Quayside. Please see our Google hours for more information.

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+1 604-520-3666

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