Community Resources For Summer

As we head into summer, I wanted to pass along a list of resources for you to explore and where you can reach out for support. 

 Please note that the StrongStart Blog will not be updated, but you can still check out posts and visit the other  Burnaby StrongStart Blogs as they will be up all summer for you and your child(ren) to explore. 

For free virtual programming click here: FREE Virtual Summer Programs in Burnaby

Looking for parenting support:  

• Information Children will continue to have their helpline open and they can be reached at 778-782-3548 

• Anita Olson with Greater Vancouver Family Services will also be available  

Anita Olson (she/her) ECE, BA, MEd 

Early Childhood Community Consultant 

T 604 525 9144 

M 604 723 9548 

e-mail: aolson@fsgv.ca>

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• Cameray  Parent support programs

• Burnaby Public Library
  • Summer Reading Club
  • Welcome to Kindergarten
  • Virtual book recommendations for Preschoolers, Kindergartners, and Grade 1s 

• Play Today: A Guide for Families https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/education/early-learning/teach/earlylearning/play_today_family_guide.pdf
• Let’s Play: Activites for Families https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/early-learning/support/play#letsplay

• Dr. Gordon Neufeld Parenting through the Pandemic