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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
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
March 15
April 24 - June 12
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Fridays
Bye Bye Diapers
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
February 15
March 18
10:00am - 12:00pm
Location
Online via Zoom
Day of the Week
Wednesday
Empower U
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
March 15
April 8 - June 24
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Wednesdays
Empower U
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
December 15
January 6 - March 24
2:00pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Tuesdays
Empowered Parenting
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
March 15
April 27 - June 8
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Mondays
Exploring Emotions (ONLINE)
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
January 15
February 19 - March 19
2:00pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Online via Zoom
Day of the Week
Thursdays
Hear Me Out: Effective Communication Between Parents and Children
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
March 15
April 20
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Monday
Hello, Baby!
A friendly, inviting space where you can connect with other new parents, celebrate your baby’s milestones, and ask questions in a relaxed environment.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
December 15
January 7 - March 25
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Wednesdays
Hello, Baby!
A friendly, inviting space where you can connect with other new parents, celebrate your baby’s milestones, and ask questions in a relaxed environment.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
March 15
April 8 - June 24
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Wednesdays
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
January 15
February 18 - March 25
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location
Clareview Recreation Centre
Day of the Week
Wednesdays
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
January 15
February 2 - March 16
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Mondays
Stress-free Shopping with Children
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
March 15
April 28
10:00am - 12:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Tuesday
Understanding Human Connection
This group focuses on enhancing interpersonal skills through effective communication, conflict resolution, self-care, and strategies for dealing with difficult situations. Participants will engage in education, discussions, and activities focused on the importance of fostering resilience, boundary creation, and emotional intelligence. The group looks to teach valuable skills for building healthier, more fulfilling connections.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
March 15
April 14
10:00am - 12:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Tuesday
Understanding Separation Anxiety
Understand why your child might be experiencing separation anxiety, and learn tips to support yourself and your child through it.
Registration Opens
Dates of Program
Time
February 15
March 25
10:00am - 12:00pm
Location
Norwood Centre
Day of the Week
Wednesday