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 (0-6 years) For Adults
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
September 21
October 7-November 18
10:00am - 12:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Wednesdays

Connecting with Your Little One (0-2 years) For Adults
Everyday moments can help your baby or toddler feel safe, loved, and ready to learn. In this group, parents will explore simple ways to understand their child’s cues, build connection through play and daily routines, and find support for the joys and challenges of the early years. You will leave with practical ideas to try at home.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
September 21
October 8
10:00am - 12:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Thursday

Development: Supporting the Whole Child For Adults
Did you know, developmental milestones are skills that a child acquires within a specific time frame? Are you interested in information about the important milestones? Join us to discuss resources that will support your child’s development as they master new skills.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
September 21
October 21
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Wednesday

Empower U For Adults
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 24
September 14 - November 2
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Mondays

Empowered Parenting For Adults
Participants in this group will discuss developing positive relationships and positive parenting skills such as health, safety, behaviour and development of children, through interactive activities, videos, and conversations. The goal of this group is for parents to learn positive parenting techniques and develop skills for success.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
August 24
September 9 - October 14
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Wednesdays

Helping Your Child Grow and Thrive (3-5 years) For Adults
Play, routines, choices, and small helping jobs can build your child’s confidence and cooperation. In this group, parents will learn simple ways to connect before setting limits, offer manageable choices, notice effort, and help young children feel capable and included. You will leave with realistic ideas that fit into everyday family life.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
September 21
October 15
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Thursdays

Managing Mealtimes: Solutions to meal time problems For Adults
Parents will discuss common mealtime problems, encouraging good mealtime habits, managing challenging behaviours at mealtimes, and setting up a mealtime routine.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
August 24
September 24
10:00am - 12:00 pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Thursday

Parent as the Child's First and Most Important Teacher For Adults
Discussion-based session for parents and caregivers. We'll look at how routines around sleep, eating, and family expectations shape your child's behaviour, and share practical strategies for making those routines work at home. There's no "right way" to run a family — this session helps you build the one that fits yours.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
September 21
October 5
10:00am-12:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Monday

Preparing your Teen for Adulthood (16-18 years For Adults
Preparing for adulthood does not mean having every answer. In this group, parents will explore how to support teens as they practise responsibility, make decisions, learn from mistakes, and plan their next steps. You will learn when to give direction, offer guidance, coach, or step back while continuing to support safety, connection, and confidence.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
September 21
October 14
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Wednesday

Raising Confident and Capable Kids (6-12 years) For Adults
The school years bring new friendships, responsibilities, challenges, and opportunities to grow. In this group, parents will explore ways to strengthen their child’s confidence, learning, friendships, positive values, and sense of belonging. You will practice helping your child solve problems without taking over and choose one realistic way to support their growth.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
September 21
October 5
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Monday

Staying Connected With Your Teen (13-15 years) For Adults
As young teens seek more privacy, independence, and time with friends, they still need parents who listen and provide clear boundaries. In this group, parents will learn practical ways to stay connected, support healthy decision-making, encourage growing independence, and respond to challenges with calm and curiosity. You will leave with ideas for opening conversations and working through limits together.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
September 21
October 7
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Wednesday
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