Parent Education Groups
Parent education groups provide opportunities for parents of children birth to six years old to learn about child development, positive parenting strategies, and healthy households. Parenting groups are FREE to join and are open to all families with children in the city of Edmonton.
All groups include:
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Free child minding
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Healthy meals or snacks
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Information/referrals to other services
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Questions?
Call 780-471-3737

Brain Builders-Group 4
Parents will learn how they can build their child’s brain during their early years. Learn the different development areas and how to support development through play.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
October 15
October 30 - December 18
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Thursdays

Bye Bye Diapers-Group 5
Come and talk with other parents/caregivers who are ready to start toilet training or with those who are looking to start. Facilitators will walk you through the “ready” signs, and tips and tricks to successfully say “bye bye” to diapers!
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
October 15
November 5
10:00am - 12:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Wednesday

Circle of Security
Join this 8-week group for parents of children birth to 6 years of age. Learn ways to help your child organize their feelings, support your child’s exploration in the world, read and respond to your child’s cues, promote a secure relationship with your child, and so much more!
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
September 15
October 21 - December 16
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Tuesday

Developmental Domains: Learning happens everywhere
Join us to discover how children are building their brains through different play experiences. Let's find out how blowing bubbles can help develop a child's ability to focus, how playing with play- doh has an effect on early literacy skills and how building with blocks strengthens the ability to learn math!
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
October 15
November 4, 2025
10:00am - 12:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Tuesday

Empower U - Group 4
This group combines financial literacy programs with a FREE 1:2 matched savings component of up to $500. Through this program, participants experiencing low income take control of finances, reduce debt, and save money. Topics include: budgeting, consumerism, credit, home ownership, debt repayment, and much more. Presented in partnership with the United Way and ATB Financial.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
August 15
September 12 - November 28
2:00pm -4:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Fridays

Empower U - Group 5
This group combines financial literacy programs with a FREE 1:1 matched savings component of up to $500. Through this program, participants experiencing low income take control of finances, reduce debt, and save money. Topics include: budgeting, consumerism, credit, home ownership, debt repayment, and much more. Presented in partnership with the United Way and ATB Financial.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
August 15
September 10 - November 26
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Location
Castle Downs YMCA
Day of the Week
Wednesdays

Empowered Parenting -Group 4
The goal of this group is to promote the health and safety of children while giving parents tools for effective parenting.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
October 15
November 3 - Decembre 15
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Mondays

Exploring Emotions
Discuss challenges, and successes in navigating emotional development of children. Participants will learn more about their child’s emotions including how to talk to children, how to teach children about emotions, and how to support children through their emotions.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
September 15
October 1 - October 29
10:00am-12:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Wednesday

Handle with Care - Group 4
Learn more about supporting young children’s mental health.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
October 15
November 19 - December 17
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Wednesdays

Hear Me Out: Effective Communication Between Parents and Children - Group 5
Learn more about effectively communicating with your child. Topics include: how to listen to your child as well as how to talk with them so they listen.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
October 15
November 12
10:00am - 12:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Wednesday

Managing Misbehaviour
Join us for this four week group where you will come together with other parents to share strategies for positive parenting, managing misbehaviour with empathy, and fostering healthy discipline practices. Together, you will explore practical tools for building strong connections with your children while guiding them toward growth and positive behaviour.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
September 15
October 8 - November 12
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Wednesday

Setting Boundaries and Limits with Children -Group 1
Together with other parents, learn tips to support setting up rules, limits, boundaries, and realistic expectations for you and your child.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
October 15
November 19
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Wednesday

Setting Successful Schedules
Come out and learn more about your important role; set successful schedules!
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
September 15
October 23
2:00pm -4:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Thursday

Stress-free Shopping with Children-Group 3
This 2-hour sessions provides an opportunity to discuss specific behaviors and potential solutions to everyday parenting problems.
In stress free shopping with children, parents will discuss common shopping problems, different approaches to shopping with children, and making a plan for next time.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
October 15
November 10
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Monday

Understanding Your Child's Behaviour - Group 4
Learn about the science behind your child’s behaviour and how to nurture healthy and happy relationships with your family.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
October 15
November 25
10:00am -12:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Tuesday
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