Community Compass – November 2024

Learn, engage, and participate in neuroaffirming events in your community. 

Are you searching for exciting and enriching activities to fill your calendar in the Lower Mainland? Look no further! In this monthly blog post, we highlight a curated selection of engaging events and activities in our community. 

Learn about neuroaffirming activities designed to promote well-being and inclusivity, as well as visits to Science World, festivals, live events, workshops, webinars, and more!  

Stay connected as we share a wealth of opportunities every month, and remember to follow us on social media for additional updates and inspiration! Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, YouTube.

ADHD and the Disability Tax Credit

Understand how ADHD qualifies for the Disability Tax Credit and how to apply.

Date: Tuesday, November 5
Time: 7:00 pm – 7:45 pm (ET)

Registration is required. To register, please click here.

Circle Time at The Cove Indoor Play

When is the right time to seek help with concerns about your child’s development? Join Marlo Humiski as she leads a very special circle time with our social robot, QT, at The Cove Indoor Play. Learn about social-emotional regulation, early literacy and numeracy, and recommendations for when to seek support and where to go with any concerns about your child’s development.

Date: Friday, November 8
Time: 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Location: 250 – 610 6th Street
New Westminster, BC

Registration is required. To register, please click here.

Supporting Safety at Home When Your Child Has a Mental Health Crisis

When our child or youth has had a mental health crisis, knowing how to keep them safe can be overwhelming. Our concerns can include suicidal thoughts, self-harming and aggression. Listen to this discussion about some ways that can help us talk to our kids about their safety at home.

Victoria Keddis hosts a conversation with Lu Ripley, Director of Community Learning and Engagement at the BC Crisis Centre and Tammy Music, Family Peer Support Worker at Surrey Memorial Hospital’s Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Stabilization Unit. Come together and watch a video presentation and stay for a facilitated conversation by Family Peer Support Workers. Learn more.

Date: November 7, 2024 | 6:30pm-8:00pm PDT (BC) | 7:30pm-9:00pm MDT (Alberta)

November 26, 2024 | 6:30pm-8:00pm PDT (BC) | 7:30pm-9:00pm MDT (Alberta)

Supporting your child with Math Anxiety | Free Workshop

Join us for practical tips on talking about math positively and help reduce your child’s math anxiety. Whether your child is displaying anxiety around math or has a diagnosed learning difference, this workshop will give you tools and strategies that make math fun and engaging. Help reduce stress and get proactive with collaborative, age-appropriate activities that encourage exploration and learning without the pressure of traditional math exercises. This workshop is designed for parents and guardians of learners in grades 3-12.

Date: Wednesday, November 27
Time: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Online event

Registration is required. To register, please click here.

Navigating Technology Use Across Childhood and Adolescence: Supporting Healthy Development and Well-being

Concerned about your child’s screen time? Join this webinar to explore healthy technology use, its role in development, and the risks of overuse. Gain practical tips to guide your child toward balanced digital habits and learn how schools can support families in fostering positive relationships with technology. Equip yourself with actionable strategies to ensure technology enhances your child’s well-being!

Date: Wednesday, November 27
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Register today!

You Are Not Alone: Meet and Greet for Parents of Neurodiverse children

Are you a parent or caregiver of a neurodiverse child and feeling uncertain about the journey ahead? Looking for support and connections within your community?

Join “You Are Not Alone,” a special meet-and-greet event at New Westminster Family Place. This is an opportunity for you to connect with other caregivers like yourself, share experiences, and gain insights from community support organizations. This session we will be joined by Hina Mahmood, registered occupational therapist for a discussion of how to manage the holiday season.

Date: Friday, November 29
Time: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Registration is required. To register, please click here.