Summertime

Well it's almost a wrap! Somehow this busy school year is winding down and almost done. Keep reading for ways to support your child as the end of school approaches plus lots of summer opportunities and family resources.

This session is brought to you by ERASE and is recommended forParents/Caregivers/Grandparents AND youth aged 10 and up as away to facilitate the conversation of cyberbullying and sextortion. By understanding these issues and applying proactive strategies, individuals and families can create safer online and offline environments. See you on TUESDAY, JUNE 3 @ 6pm!

Every student who brings an adult gets entered to win one of our amazing prizes: Gift cards for Dancin Pizza, Sticky's, or Owl and Cat Bookery!

It is very common to have some summer jitters due to all the unstructured time and kids’ desires to fill that time with screens. Incorporating parental controls into your family’s screen time routine can make things run more smoothly at home. And summer is an ideal time to consider this approach. To read more: click the photo!

The key to helping your child get over pre-camp nerves is to acknowledge their feelings and give them tools to help them tame them. Click the photo to read more from Child Mind Institute.

The Leisure Access Pass provides eligible Chilliwack residents with the opportunity to participate in recreation activities at very low or no costs. Click the photo for more info!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley (BBBS) offers a free summer day camp for children ages 9-12 from August 11-15 in Chilliwack. Rooted in Indigenous teachings, this week-long camp fosters connection, creativity, and cultural learning through games, art, and outdoor fun. Daily lunch and snacks are provided.
Space is limited; register here.

Are you looking for summer programs for the family? Check out these options compiled by Chilliwack Community Services.
- Summer Activities for Children and Youth
- Fun Things to do in Summer 2025.

The CYC has an incredible website full of local resources for Chilliwack Youth and Families. Click on the picture to access their website or go to childandyouth.com.

The 2024 Family Resource Guide is also available to you here:

https://earlylearning.sd33.bc.ca/sites/earlylearning.sd33.bc.ca/files/2024-01/Family%20Resource%20Guide%202024.pdf

https://www.chilliwackhealthiercommunity.ca/food

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As parents, it is easy during summer—a time of increased demands—for us to forget about taking care of ourselves. Click the image to read 3 tips that you can put in place right away - for YOU.

FamilySmart comes alongside young people and families to provide support, navigation assistance, and information through monthly events, workshops (including online) and providing online access to resources and videos.

Kelty Mental Health helps families in BC navigate the mental health system, connect with peer support, and access resources and tools to support well-being.

Looking for age-appropriate help for families dealing with separation and divorce? Families Change is a local BC website filled with resources for parents, teenagers, and kids.

The Chilliwack Youth Health Centre (CYHC) provides virtual and face-to-face medical & counselling services at the Neighborhood Learning Centre (NLC), Tzeachten, and the Stó:lō Wellness Centre for youth ages 12-26. Check out their website for locations and times.