Breast Pump Purchase and Rental

Fetal Doppler Rentals

Twins & Multiples Resources

Baby Equipment Rentals

Family Places & Neighborhood Houses

Vancouver’s Family Friendly Spots in Vancouver! (Links) – Parent’s map

Movies for Parents – Babies and Parents!

Libraries - Kid’s Programs

Health Services

About KidsHealth.ca
http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca
Got a million-and-one questions about your kids' health? You'll want to check out AboutKidsHealth.ca-the pediatric health website of the Hospital for Sick Children. The website features health news, information on various medical conditions, and a fun "just for kids" area that is designed to get kids thinking about health.

B.C.'s Children's Hospital
http://www.bcchildrens.ca
e-mail: info@bcch.phsa.ca
4480 Oak Street, Vancouver
Tel: 604-875-2345

BC Drug and Poison Information Centre - St. Paul's Hospital
http://www.dpic.org/
1081 Burrard St. Vancouver
1-800-567-8911 (toll free B.C.)
Tel: 604-682-5050 (Lower Mainland)
Tel: 604-682-2344 ext. 62126 general inquiries
E-mail: daws@dpk.bc.ca

BC Health Guide
http://www.bchealthguide.org/healthfiles/httoc.stm
Complete list of BC Health Topics

BC Nurses Line & Website & BC Health Guide
http://www.bchealthguide.org
Support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Tel: 604-215-4700 or 1-866-215-4700
Deaf/Hearing Impaired 1-866-889-4700
Translation services available in 130 languages.

British Columbia Pediatric Society
http://www.bcpeds.ca/

Canadian Health Network
http://www.canadian-health-network.ca
Do you have questions about children's health? This site is full of information on how to help children aged birth to 12 grow up healthy and strong. Also information on a healthy pregnancy, food guide, and much more!

Canadian Pediatric Society - Caring for Kids
http://www.caringforkids.cps.ca/
Caring for kids is the Canadian Pediatric Society’s web site for parents. It contains information about safety, healthy eating, what to do when your child is stick and more.

Available in English and French. This site is designed to provide parents with information about their child's health and well-being. Because the site is developed by the Canadian Paediatric Society. There's sections on Health, Behaviorial, Pregnancy issues as well as tips on keeping kids safe and healthy eating. Product recalls and health warnings also are provided.

Dental - Emergency Dental Care For Children
Tel: 604.215.3935.
We offer emergency dental care for any child school age or younger living in Vancouver who is without a dentist and in need of urgent treatment.

Dental Health Program – (Vancouver)
Tel: 604-215-3935
Dental services for children who do not have a dentist or dental health coverage.

Dental - Healthy Kids Dental Program:
http://www.mhr.gov.bc.ca/factsheets/2005/healthy_kids.htm
Your children are eligible if you do not have a dental plan, and your family receives or is eligible to receive premium assistance through Medical Services Plan of BC. Healthy Kids is for children 0-198 years (inclusive) - Call to find out what exactly they cover and how much.

General (Other locations) 1-800-748-1144
The Ministry of Employment and Income Assistance Info Line 1-866-866-0800
North Delta 507-5400
North Surrey 587-7900
South Delta 952-3550
Langley 532-2300
Cloverdale 575-5100

Dental - Fluoride Varnish Program:
The Fraser South Dental Program is offering a New, Free Fluoride Varnish program for children, 10 months to 4 years of age (inclusive), who live in Surrey, Delta, Langley or Aldergrove. Fluoride wash is a paint-on fluoride that is applied to the outer surface of children’s teeth to help prevent tooth decay. Please contact the Fraser Health Dental Program Delta at 604-507-5400 or Langley at 604-532-2300 to see if your child qualifies for the program. Clinics are offered in Delta, Surrey, White Rock, Langley and Aldergrove.

Dental - UBC Program:
Children’s ages 5-12, who do not qualify for the Healthy kids Program may qualify for the free UBC program. Families living in Surrey, Delta, Langley or Aldergrove may contact Fraser Heath Dental Staff at 604-507-5400 or 604-532-2300.

Dial-A-Dietitian
http://www.dialadietitian.org
Tel: 604-732-9191, 1-800-667-3438
A registered dietician (RD) will answer your general and medical nutrition questions on:
Infant nutrition, pregnancy, allergies, diabetes, heart health, weight control, healthy eating, vegetarianism, vitamins and minerals. Translation services available in 130 languages. Funded by BC Ministry of Health.

Health Canada
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/home-accueil/search-recherche/p_e.html
The web site of the federal government department, Health Canada. It contains a lot of information about parenting and children’t health, under the “P” listing look for parenting, list of topics will be listed.

Infant Development Program of BC
http://www.idpofbc.ca
Infant Development Programs (IDP) in B.C. are family centred services and are designed to support families who are raising young children at risk for or with developmental delay or disabilities. The programs are well established and are available throughout most of B.C. The Infant Development Program serves children from birth to three years old, who are at risk for, or who already have a delay in development.

Medical Services Plan of B.C.
http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/msp/
Mailing address: P.O. Box 9035 Stn Prov Govt, Victoria, BC V8W 9E3
Premiums, Coverage: (604) 683-7151
Toll Free: 1-800-663-7100
Fax: (250) 405-3595

Newborn Hotline
Tel: 604-737-3737
Open 365 days per year, 8:30am-10pm, 7 days/week, information and referral about babies to age 2. Answered by nurses.

Poison Control Center - Info Line for Public
Answered by nurses and pharmacists
Tel: 604-5050 or 1-800-567-8911

Severe Allergy/Asthma Information Line
Tel: 1-800-611-7011

Urgent Care Children’s Clinic
The Burnaby Hospital – 3rd floor
3935 Kincaid Street - Located at Burnaby Hospital
A referral clinic for children ages newborn to 16 years. Staffed by pediatricians.
Hours: Mon-Fri 4pm – 7:30pm
Weekends 9am – 1:30pm
Holiday times, call for opening hours.

Family Development and Support Services

Adoptive Families Association of British Columbia (AFABC)
http://www.bcadoption.com
Provides a wealth of information on adoption in BC, Canada and Intercountry adoption, lists events such as the summer camps and links to support and discussion groups, books, articles and other excellent websites

Autism Society of BC
Support services for parents of autistic children.
Tel: 604-876-2447

BC Council for Families
http://www.bccf.bc.ca
e-mail: bccf@bccf.bc.ca
Tel: 604-660-0675 or 1-800-663-5638 (Canada/USA)
Leadership through education, training, advocacy and research for the healthy development of families. The Council advocates for prevention and early support as the most effective ways to strengthen families and reduce the potential for problems.

B.C. Parents in Crisis Society
Tel: 604-669-1616 or 1-800-665-6880
This is a free, confidential service to help parents cope more effectively with children.

Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver
Matches up young fatherless boys with young men who can provide them with guidance and companionship.
Tel: 604-8762447

Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland
Matches up young motherless girls with young ladies who can provide them with guidance and companionship.
Tel: 604-873-4525

Child Development Centre
Provides support and services to families and their children [ages 3 - 12] with a developmental delay in a preschool setting, neighborhood childcare settings and recreational and summer camps.
Tel: 604-534-1155

Child Care Subsidy
http://www.mcf.gov.bc.ca/childcare/subsidy_promo.htm
Find out if you are eligible for a child care subsidy. It p.Provides information on subsidy eligibility, how to apply, rates and information for child care providers. Also they have online forms now.

Child Development Service/Supported Child Care
http://www.centreforchilddevelopment.ca
9460 - 140th Street, Surrey
Tel: 604-584-1361
The Centre for Child Development offers a number of services including communication therapy, family services, medical referrals and assessments, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, supported child care, psychology services, recreation therapy and specialty services such as eating skills team, equipment team, casting team, equipment and toy loan program and technical services.

Coquitlam Crisis and Information Line (Greater)
Tel: 604-540-2221
Volunteers provide anonymous, confidential telephone crisis intervention and support, community information and referrals 24-hours a day.

Coquitlam SHARE Family & Community Services
Assistance to families with children 12 years of age and under to achieve family goals and to avoid family breakdown. Services include: planning, counselling, child and family support, prevention and community development. Referrals are made by MCFD. For more information call 604.540.9161. They also offer various programs.

Community Actions Program For Children (Capc)Crisis Pregnancy Centre
http://www.lcss.ca
Langley Family Place (Run by)
Douglas Park Community School, 5409 - 206th Street, Langley
Tel: 604-534-7921 ext. 103
The Langley CAPC Project is a program that offers free parent-child support groups for families with children aged birth to six years old. All groups offer support and hands-on fun for parents and children together. Who is it for: Parents who find it hard to make ends meet, Parents who want to make new friends for themselves and their child, Parents who are single, aboriginal, new immigrant and/or a young parent.

Crisis Pregnancy Centre
Tel: 604-872-3311
A confidential service for women who require pregnancy-related help.

Doula Services Association
http://www.bcdoulas.org
Tel: 604-515-5588
A non-profit association promoting birth and postpartum doula support for families in British Columbia. DSA's mission is to raise awareness of the role of Birth and Postpartum Doulas, to provide a referral service to BC families, and to deliver continuing education for its members, health care professionals and public at large.

Family Support Outreach (in-home parenting support)
Surrey Community Services
Tel: 604-584-5811

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren BC
Support group concerned with the custody and raising of grandchildren.
Tel: 604-533-4673

Healthiest Babies Possible
Vancouver Tel: 604-877-4673
Abbotsford Tel: 604-859-7681
Burnaby Tel: 604-918-7605
Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows Tel: 604-476-7000
New Westminster Tel: 604-777-6740
Surrey/ White Rock/Delta Tel: 604-583-1017
Tri-Cities - Coquitlam Tel: 604-933-6166
Port Moody Tel: 604-949-7200
Prenatal support for women, including nutrition advice, food and group support. It is a prenatal outreach program supporting pregnant women of all ages. Healthiest Babies Possible supports women to have healthy pregnancies and improved lifestyles, with a focus on nutrition. The program shows its success by the number of self-referrals and babies born with healthy birth weights. Program varies by location.

Helpline For Children
http://www.mcf.gov.bc.ca/getting_help/help.htm
604-310-1234
Know a child who needs help? call 310-1234 (no area code needed) This is a toll-free service. If you are calling from a pay-phone, there is no charge to call the operator. To use the Telephone Device for the Deaf, dial 1-866-660-0505
After Hours Line – call Ministry for Children and Families:

For emergencies outside office hours (usually 8:30 - 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday) call the ministry's 24-hour After Hours line:
Vancouver, the North Shore and Richmond, call 660-4927
Lower Mainland from Burnaby and Delta in the west to Maple Ridge and Langley in the east, call 660-8180
For the rest of the province, call toll-free 1-800-663-9122

Infant Development Program - Surrey/White Rock
#301A 8352 - 130 Street, Surrey
Tel: 604-590-7302
For families with children from birth to 3 years old who are experiencing or are at risk for developmental delays. Offers home visits to provide family support, monitor progress and develop new activities. Parent & child playgroups, access to reading material & toy lending library and much more!

Infant Development Program
Provides support and services to families and their children when the child (birth to age 3) is at risk for developmental delay
Tel: 604-532-8184

Infant Development Programs in the Lower Mainland
http://www.idpofbc.ca/idpbyregion.html
Infant Development Programs (IDP) in B.C. are family centered services and are designed to support families who are raising young children at risk for or with developmental delay or disabilities.

Information Children
http://www.sfu.ca/infochild/
Tel: 604-291-3548
A parenting resource centre that offers workshops, a telephone helpline and more. Their goal is to help parents by providing them with whatever information and support they need in raising their children. They answer all requests for information concerning parenting and children, and if they do not have a ready answer, they will do research to try to find one. Provide information and support not only to parents but to anyone involved with children. They also make referrals and link families with other community resources.

Information Services Vancouver
Tel: 604-875-6381
Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week.
Comprehensive information and referral, community services and information sources, specialized information sources, health information and more. Whatever your question or concern -- however simple or complex the issues involved -- our experienced staff can direct you to the services and programs best able meet to your needs. For deaf and hard of hearing callers: TTY 604 875-0885 (collect calls accepted) or Text 604 836-6381

Kla-how-eya Aboriginal Centre of SACS
http://www.sacsbc.org
13629 108th Ave, Surrey
Tel: 604-584-2008
info@sacsbc.org
Infant development and Early Childhood Programs, Parent & Baby groups, play groups, Aboriginal story time, Beading & Dancing, mother and father support groups with child care.

Metis/First Nations/Aboriginal Family Services
13639 108th Avenue, Surrey
Tel: 604-584-6621
metisfamilyservices@direct.ca
Support services for Metis children and families, including access supervision, guarandianship, counseling referrals and advocacy.

Newborn Hotline
Tel: 604-737-3737
open 365 days per year, 8:30am-10pm, 7 days/week, information and referral about babies to age 2. Answered by nurses.
Tel: 604-737-3737

Nobody’s Perfect Parenting Program
http://www.bccf.bc.ca/hm/inside.php?id=181
http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/dca-dea/family_famille/nobody-eng.php
Various locations all over lower mailnland
Nobody's Perfect is a free six week long parenting program offered to families with children aged birth to six years. This program isn't perfect either. It can't tell you everything you really need to know about being a parent. But the program can help you do your best and help you feel good about yourself and your children.

Nursing Support Services
Instruct and monitor caregivers who perform clinical procedures in-home, daycare, and school settings for children with special needs.
Tel: 604-532-6500

Pacific Post Partum Support Society
http://www.postpartum.org
Tel: 604-255-7999
The Pacific Post Partum Support Society offers telephone support and support groups in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia. The Pacific Post Partum Support Society (PPPSS) is a non-profit society which provides support to women and families experiencing depression or anxiety related to the birth or adoption of a baby.

Parent Helpline
http://www.sfu.ca/infochild/
infochld@sfu.ca
Tel: 604-291-3548
Help is just a phone call or email away for parents or anyone with child-rearing concerns. We offer information, support and referrals. Calls and emails usually are followed up with written material. No question or issue is too big or too small, so please do not hesitate to contact us!

Parenting after Separation
http://www.ag.gov.bc.ca/family-justice/help/pas/information.htm
The Parenting After Separation Handbook provides information for parents to help them help their children through the difficult process of separation.

Parent Support Services Society of BC
http://www.parentsupportbc.ca
Toll Free: 1.800.665.6880
Tel: 604.669.1616
Parenting is the most important and challenging job that most adults undertake. Parents often feel frustrated by the demands of raising children, even in the best of circumstances. When parents are isolated, involved in difficult relationships, experiencing financial stress, or lack information on child development and child-rearing techniques, they can lose control.
Parent Support Circles, Aboriginal Parent Support Circles, Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Circles, Parent Education Classes and Community Workshops.

Pregnant and Parenting Teen Support - Langley Family Services
#114, 6080 200 Street, Langley
Tel: 604-534-7921
Pregnant and teen support. Call Langley Services to find out more information about this program.

Parent Support Services of BC
http://www.parentsupportbc.ca
201 - 1155 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 2P4
Tel: (604) 669-1616 or 1-800-665-6880
e-mail: parent@radiant.net

Services Canada
http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca
Services for families and children. Canada Child Tax Benefit, Canada Education Savings Grant, Canada Pension Plan Children’s Benefits, Employment Insurance Family Supplement, Employment Insurance Maternity and Paternal, Nobody’s Perfect Program, Universal Child Care benefit and much more!

Single Fathers Support Group
Meetings are held, in Surrey once a week.
Surrey
Tel: 604-535-0015

Single Mother's Support Group – YMCA
5409-206th Street, Langley
Tel: 604-530-4087
Support for Single Mother's.

Single Teen Parenting Support
http://options.bc.ca
14577-106A Avenue, Surrey
Tel: 604-584-1181
Growing together: Education & Daycare Program, Growing Together daycare provides quality childcare to the infants and toddlers of young moms while they attend school to complete their high school education. The Growing Together Daycare is a licensed childcare program for infants and toddlers of moms attending the Growing Together Education program at Guildford Park Secondary.

South Community Birth Program – (Vancouver)
Tel: 604-321-6151
Complete maternity care including doctors, midwives, nurses and doula support.

Support for Parents of Young Children - Options BC
http://options.bc.ca
10256 - 154th Street, Surrey
Tel: 604-583-3852
Available to all parents/ care givers with young children 0 - 6 years who live in Surrey. This is a program of OPTIONS: Services to Communities Society designed to provide support to parents with young children. The program provides support and education, which will encourage the development of healthy families within the community.

Tiny Bundles Program
Surrey Food Bank
http://www.surreyfoodbank.org
Tel: 581-5443
For pregnant mothers and babies up to one year. Receive a food hamper every week. Diapers, formula, cereal and baby food are also provided. New parents also receive a layette upon birth of the child. Call them for more information.

Young Parent Support Program
Provides peer and professional support to pregnant and parenting youth.
Tel: 604-857-4662

Youth Pregnancy and Parenting Program (Vancouver)
Tel: 604-707-3639
Care and services before and after birth for youth who are parents or parents-to-be.

Vancouver Anaphylaxis Group
http://www.vancouveranaphylaxis.ca
If a life-threatening allergy (anaphylaxis) affects you or your child why not connect with others who share similar experiences. The Metro Vancouver Anaphylaxis Group is a parent-run group whose focus is to provide support for those at risk of anaphylaxis through building understanding, educating others and providing information and resources to its members.

Vancouver and Lower Mainland Multicultural Family Support Services Society
http://www.vlmfss.ca
#306 - 4980 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 4K7
Tel: 604-436-1025
e-mail: againstviolence@vlmfss.ca

Family Programs
Also see the Playgroups section of our web site

BC Association of Family Resource Programs
Tel: 604.738.0068
http://www.frpbc.ca
http://www.frpbc.ca/directory-fraser-valley.php - Directory of family Places!
The BC Association of Family Resource Programs is linked to nearly 200 family resource programs located in cities and towns throughout the province. Programs such as: Drop-in for parents, caregivers and children, Peer counseling, Prenatal Programs, Clothing exchanges, Community kitchens; nutrition education, Well-baby clinics, health screening and education , Dental programs, Community dinners and field trips, Toy libraries, Child development activities , Child care services, Respite child minding, Literacy and ESL for parents, Parent/child Mother Goose Program, Parent education, Parent support groups and Young Parent Programs.

B.C. Council for the Family
Clearinghouse for information on Family Programs and Resources
204-2590 Granville St.
Vancouver, B.C. V6H 3H1
(604) 660-0675, (800) 663-5638, (604) 732-4813

Community Action Program for Children (CAPC)
http://capc-pace.phac-aspc.gc.ca/src/main.php?language=English
Provides long term funding to community coalitions to deliver programs that address the health and development of children (0-6 years) who are living in conditions of risk. It recognizes that communities have the ability to identify and respond to the needs of children and places a strong emphasis on partnerships and community capacity building. You can do a search for programs, activities, drop-in activities, parenting support, father involvement programs and much more.

List of Family Places in Vancouver
http://www.vancouverfamilyconnections.org/

List of Family Places in the Fraser Valley
http://www.frpbc.ca/directory-fraser-valley.php

The Parent Mother Goose Program
http://www.nald.ca/mothergooseprogram/findprog.htm#bc
Locate a program near you for you and your child.

Resources for Dad’s
(also see website links for Dad’s in the website resource links)

B.C. Council for the Family
Clearinghouse for information on Family Programs and Resources
204-2590 Granville St.
Vancouver, B.C. V6H 3H1
(604) 660-0675, (800) 663-5638, (604) 732-4813

B.C. Men's Resources
Jerry Wong, Ph D
101 1956 W. Broadway St.
Vancouver, B.C. V6J 1Z2
604-205-5089

Community Action Program for Children (CAPC)
http://capc-pace.phac-aspc.gc.ca/src/main.php?language=English
Provides long term funding to community coalitions to deliver programs that address the health and development of children (0-6 years) who are living in conditions of risk. It recognizes that communities have the ability to identify and respond to the needs of children and places a strong emphasis on partnerships and community capacity building. You can do a search just for father involvement programs.

Kids First Parent Association of Canada
National Non-Profit Parent Support and Lobby Group
Quarterly Newsletter and Resource Library
5486 7B Ave.
Tswwassen, B.C. V6X 2B4
Tel: 604-948-0282

Little Mountain Neighbourhood House
Single father's drop-in support group
3981 main St.
Vancouver, BC V5V 3P3
Tel: 604-879-7104 Fax 604- 879-7113

Men's Educational Support Association (MESA)
http://www.mesacanada.com
Contact: Gus Sleiman
Phone: (403) 228-6366
E-Mail: info@mesacanada.com
MESA is a voluntary, non-profit organization offering support and education to fathers and non-custodial parents experiencing family breakdown. The program includes peer support/mentoring on issues related to separation and divorce, access support-supporting the father/child relationship after divorce/separation-and educational seminars.

Mydad.ca
http://www.mydad.ca
Welcome to www.mydad.ca . This site has been created as part of “My Daddy Matters Because…”, also known as the National Project Fund on Fathering that is funded by Health Canada's National Project Fund. The primary purpose of this site is to provide information for people who are developing and managing Father programs in their communities.

Mydad.ca Programs
http://www.mydad.ca/user-index.php
A link to a PDF of programs listed with them that are available to dads in BC.
New Beginnings/Young father’s Programs
Contact: Rick Hein
c/o Abbotsford Community Services
Address: 2420 Montrose Avenue
Abbotsford, BC, V2S 3S9
Phone: 604-850-6984
Fax: 604-855-8765
E-Mail: Rick_Hein@sd34.bc.ca
The New Beginnings/Young Fathers Program assists young fathers in dealing with a variety of challenges surrounding parenthood and any other 'life issues' they may be experiencing. Provides opportunities for young fathers to meet in group settings such as support groups, recreational activities, and the "Nobody's Perfect" parenting program.

Nurturing Father Program
Contact: Guy Thisdelle
Address: 23078 - 70A Avenue
Langley, BC, V2Y 2J9
Phone: 604-888-1050
Fax: 604-888-0092
E-Mail: kidsturn@home.com
Nurturing Fatherhood is an 8-week psycho-educational program open to new, divorced, separated, and at-risk dads. Facilitator training workshops are offered on a regular basis.

Vancouver Men's Evolvement Network (M.E.N.)
Box 57052
2458 E. Hastings St.
Vancouver, B.C. V5K 2K6 (604) 290-9988
e-mail: vanmen@mail.org

Vancouver Men Support Association
Wisdom Council Talking Circle
Our Mission: Men supporting each other through life's journey.
Info, help finding a men's group, newsletter Ed Gabriel, Tony Smith

Safety

BC Poison Control
http://www.bccdc.org
Tel: 604-682-5050 or 1-800-567-8911

BC Nurses Line
Support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Tel: 604-215-4700 or 1-866-215-4700

Canada Safety Council
http://www.safety-council.org
The Canada Safety Council is a national, non-government, charitable organization dedicated to safety. Our mission is to lead in the national effort to reduce preventable deaths, injuries and economic loss in public and private places throughout Canada. We serve as a credible, reliable resource for safety information, education and awareness in all aspects of Canadian life.

Canada Transport
http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety/tp/tp13511/menu.htm
"Keep Kids Safe: Car Time 1-2-3-4" tells you about the four stages of child safety in vehicles and gives you simple instructions and tips on making Car Time a safe time for children.

Car Seat Installation
http://www.tc.gc.ca
The video Car Time 1-2-3-4 and its companion booklet, Keep Kids Safe, help parents select and properly use a CHILD SEAT IN A MOTOR VEHICLE. Call 1 800 333-0371 for your free copies of the video and booklet, or request them by going to www.tc.gc.ca and clicking on “Child Safety” in the menu on the left.

Consumer Information Gateway (Canadian) – RECALL
http://www.consumerinformation.ca
This is the web site of The Canadian Consumer Information Gateway. Click on ‘Children’ then click on ‘Recalls’ to find out which child-related products have been recalled by manufacturers.

Child Safety Seat Clinic
http://www.fraserhealth.ca
Inspections of child's car seat to ensure safety, held on 1st and 3rd Wednesday every month.
Tel: 604-532-2300

Health Canada – Is your child Safe?
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/pubs/cons/child-enfant/index_e.html
Children are naturally curious and do not easily recognize and avoid hazards; therefore, they need extra protection and care. Many injuries can be avoided by supervising children carefully and by making their surroundings safer. What things you should not have and what precautions you should do a list of all areas you should watch for.

ICBC Child Restraints – Car Seat Safety
Tel: 604-661-2800 or 1-800-663-3051
ICBC Road Sense www.icbc.com
Looking for the child seat that will help protect your most precious cargo? Check out the ICBC website for advice on buying a child seat and take advantage of the Child Seat Calculator to find the right fit and seat for your child.

Kids in the Back: Child Car Seat Inspection and Education Services
http://www.kidsintheback.org
Email: childsafety@kidsintheback.org
How does a parent or caregiver ensure that they have secured a child and car seat correctly? They call us! Kids in the Back is a Child Car Seat Inspection and Education Services company based in the Lower Mainland, offering services including child car seat inspections, car seat clinics, and safety education sessions. .

Making Your Home a Safe Place for Children
http:// www.hc-sc.gc.ca
click on “Safety” under “Fast Find” and then on “Safe and Supportive Environments for
Children.” Here, under “Built Environments,” you’ll find helpful resources, including the guide Is Your Child Safe? You can also order this publication by calling 1 800 O-Canada.

National Capital Region Consumer Product Safety Bureau
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/home-accueil/contact/hecs-dgsesc/pso-bsp_ncr-rcn_e.html
Email: CPS-SPC@hc-sc.gc.ca
Report a product-related injury or death, or a safety concern regarding a

St. John Ambulance
http://www.sja.ca/bc/
Tel: 604-321-2651
Learn how to protect your child’s life! For information on First Aid courses, like Infant and Child CPR and much more!

Safe Kids Canada
http://www.safekidscanada.ca
Keeping kids safe is a full-time job-and then some. We parents can use all the help we can get, which is why the Safe Kids Canada website is a must-surf destination. You'll find practical advice on helping your kid to sidestep danger at home, at school, on the playground, and when he's walking or riding his bike.

National Safe Kids campaign
http://www.safekids.org/
The National Safe Kids Campaign Web site is the place to turn for all kinds of safety information related to kids. Safe Kids Worldwide is the first and only international nonprofit organization dedicated solely to preventing unintentional childhood injury. It focuses on one specific problem: more children 1 to 14 die from accidents such as motor vehicle crashes, fires, drowning, poisoning and falls than any other cause.

Sick Kids
http://www.sickkids.ca/SKCForParents/section.asp?s=Safety+Information+by+Topic&sID=10774
Injuries are the number one cause of death for children and youth in Canada. We work to keep kids safe where they live, learn and play. Parents guide for safety, concerning; drowning, scalds & burns, sports safety, travel safety, playground safety standards…

SUDDEN INFANT DEATH SYNDROME (SIDS)
http://www.back-to-sleep.com
Also known as Crib Death, refers to the sudden and unexpected death of an apparently healthy infant usually less than a year old. For information about how to reduce the risk of SIDS, visit www.back-to-sleep.com or call 1 800 O-Canada and ask for a copy of the pamphlet Back to Sleep.

Suspected Child Abuse
Tel: 604-501-3237

The Helpline for Children
To report suspected cases of child abuse or neglect, dial 310-1234 (no area code needed) from anywhere in B.C.
After-hours Line
For emergencies outside office hours (8:30-4:30 pm, Monday to Friday) call us 24-hours at:
• Vancouver, the North Shore & Richmond: 604-660-4927
• Lower Mainland from Burnaby & Delta in the west to Maple Ridge and Langley in the east: 604-660-8180
• Rest of the province: 1-800-663-9122

Vancouver Anaphylaxis Group
http://www.vancouveranaphylaxis.ca
If a life-threatening allergy (anaphylaxis) affects you or your child why not connect with others who share similar experiences. The Metro Vancouver Anaphylaxis Group is a parent-run group whose focus is to provide support for those at risk of anaphylaxis through building understanding, educating others and providing information and resources to its members.

Child Care Resources & Referral Programs

BC Association of Family Resource Programs
http://www.frpbc.ca/
Tel: 604-738-0068
Family resource programs are parent / child interactive programs for families with children 0-6 years. British Columbia has a 30+ year history of FRPs that are located throughout all five regions in the province. Find family Resource Programs in your area.

BC Health Planning
http://www.healthservices.gov.bc.ca/ccf/child/publicat/comm/com014.pdf
Parents Guide to Child care – free online booklet. A guide for help selecting childcare. Explains different types of care, options, financial support and how to choose one and what I found most useful is what questions to ask the child care place.

BC Child Care Resource & Referral Programs
http://www.mcf.gov.bc.ca/childcare/cc_resource.htm
http://www.ccrr.bc.ca/
They offer quality child care referrals, resources and support to all child care providers and parents in over 170 communities across the Province of British Columbia.
It is the mandate of the Child Care Resource & Referral Programs to provide child care providers and families with a variety of support which could include: Referrals to child care providers, Training and workshops, Resource/Toy Lending Library Services, Distribution of newsletters and child care information, Provide support for new child care businesses, grant information, Provide Drop-In Programs for care providers, families and children, Home support visits to child care providers, Telephone, office and outreach support and consultations.

BC Ministry of Children and Family Development Child Care Search Tool
http://childcareinfo.gov.bc.ca/childcaresearch/search.aspx
Search a database of Child Care Resources. (daycares)
Parents can search for licensed child care facilities by city, by postal code and by licence category using the new Child Care Search tool.

Child Care BC Helpline
Tel: 1-888-388-6622

Child Care Choices
http://www.childcarechoices.ca/

Child Care Options
http://www.childcareoptions.ca
A non-profit registered charity dedicated to making a difference in the South Fraser Region. OPTIONS is committed to empowering individuals, supporting families and promoting community health. Child Care Resource and Referral Program offices provide support, resources and referral services to caregivers and parents in over 170 communities throughout British Columbia. List of the different referral groups for the lower mainland can be found here

Child Care Resource & Referral – Looking for one in your community?
http://www.childcareoptions.ca/Links.shtml#Child%20Care%20Resource%20&%20Referral%20Programs
For a local Child Care Resource and referral location in your community.

Child Care Resource & Referral Program -- Contact Search
http://www.mcf.gov.bc.ca/childcare/contact_list.htm
The Child Care Resource and Referral (CCRR) Program provides support, resources and referral services for child care providers and parents in all communities in the province.

Child Care Subsidy
http://www.mhr.gov.bc.ca/ccs.htm
Financial help for eligible families to meet child care costs
Phone: 1-866-866-0800

Child Care Subsidy Test (BC)
http://www.mcf.gov.bc.ca/childcare/subsidy_promo.htm#
This is a simple online evaluation tool that will help to figure out if you are eligible to receive child care subsidy. There are several different factors in determining eligibility, so it is worth taking a look - it takes 2 minutes.

Community Care Facilities Licensing
http://www.healthplanning.gov.bc.ca/ccf/...
Licensing of adult and child care facilities

Langley Family Services
http://www.childcarechoices.ca
Tel: 604-534-7921

List of Family Places/Child care referral locations in all of Vancouver
http://www.frpbc.ca/membership/directory.htm

Locate a Child Care Resource Center in BC Children & Family Development
http://www.mcf.gov.bc.ca/childcare/contact_list.htm
Locate the Child Care resource Center in your community, choose the location and it will provide you with the information to locate the closest child care resource center.

Parents guide to selecting childcare Publication
http://www.mcf.gov.bc.ca/childcare/parents.htm
Available online, a great resource that gives you information on what to look for, what to ask, checklist and explanations.

Public list of daycare facilities – for Surrey, Delta and White Rock
http://www.spl.surrey.bc.ca/NR/rdonlyres/9E109D4C-13B8-4C60-9C9F-E1AD5C2D65DE/0/Surreychildcarever5.pdf

Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre
http://www.wstcoast.org/parents/choosing.html
A section from the Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre with valuable information and links for parents.

Online Child Care Directories

Canadian Child Care Directory online
http://www.canadachildcaredirectory.com/BC_Cities.htm
They provide lists of daycares in your area.

Craiglist Vancouver Child Care Listings
http://vancouver.craigslist.org/kid/
Looking for child care and can’t find what you are looking for or want in home care? Try advertising or posting your child care here. Daycares or individuals also post here for open
daycare spots available. Careful and ask for credentials.

Daycare Canada
http://www.daycarecanada.com
They provide lists of daycares in your area. Find local daycare fast! Email providers directly. View pictures of children centres in your area.

My Babysitter.com
http://www.mybabysitter.com
MyBabysitter.com is a tool that links parents and babysitters across Canada. MyBabysitter.com provides a secure, online connection and enables parents to find baby sitters in their area.

Other Children Resources

Adoptive Families Association of British Columbia (AFABC)
http://www.bcadoption.com
Provides a wealth of information on adoption in BC, Canada and Intercountry adoption, lists events such as the summer camps and links to support and discussion groups, books, articles and other excellent websites

Birth certificates - Apply or replace
http://servicecanada.gc.ca/en/idcards/idcards.html

Canadian Education Savings Grant
http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/en/gateways/nav/top_nav/program/cesg.shtml

Child and Family Tax Benefits
http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/bnfts/menu-eng.html

Social insurance number (for new babies) – how to apply or replace
http://www1.servicecanada.gc.ca/en/cs/sin/010.shtml

Breastfeeding Support

Breast Pump Purchase and Rental

Fetal Doppler Rentals

Dopplers to Diapers (Canadian)
Tel: 604-575-1631
Toll Free: 1 866 210-1633
http://www.dopplerstodiapers.com/
Email: info@dopplerstodiapers.com

Tummy Tickles
Hear Your Baby's Heartbeat Anytime!
4697 Cannery Pl Delta
Tel: 604-961-1580
http://www.tummytickles.com/pregnancy_doppler.html
Email: michelle@tummytickles.com

Baby Equipment Rentals
Babies on the Go
http://www.babysonthego.com/
Whistler
Phone: 604-905-0002
Toll Free: 1-866-905-0002
E-Mail: info@babysonthego.com
Baby’s On The Go is a locally owned and operated baby equipment rental company in Whistler that provides quality service and rentals to Guests, Property Management Companies and Hotels in the Whistler area. Cribs, Strollers, High Chairs, Toys, Indoor & Outdoor equipment and much more.

Petite Passengers – Baby Equipment Rentals
http://www.petitepassengers.com
Vancouver and surrounding areas
Phone: 604 780 9914
Email: info@petitepassengers.com
Petite Passengers Baby Equipment Rentals supplies Vancouver with a comprehensive range of high-end baby gear. Petite Passengers rents an assortment of quality cribs, strollers, carseats, highchairs and more. All of our equipment has been purchased in 2007, and is safety inspected and sanitized with environmentally-friendly products. We delivery, assemble and return pick up anywhere in the Vancouver area.

Wee Travel Inc.
http://www.weetravel.ca
Vancouver
Tel: 604-222-4722
Wee Travel rents the highest rated brands of infant and child car seats, folding cribs, strollers, highchairs, pack 'n plays and baby toys to travelers with children. Our equipment is: in brand-new condition, replaced often, safety inspected and sanitized after use and monitored for safety recalls. Delivery within Toronto, Vancouver, Victoria and surrounding areas.

Twins & Multiples Resources

Delta Parents of Twins & Triplets Club - please see Richmond/Delta Parents of Twins & Triplets Club located below.

Fraser Valley Multiple Miracles Association
https://www.bigtent.com/groups/multiples
For: Surrey, Delta, White Rock, Langley, Aldergrove, Abbotsford & Mission
Meet to support and encourage each other. We have speakers at some meetings to help with multiple children (some just for fun). We have playgroups, family events, and a bi-monthly newsletter for all members. We have a library that you are welcome to check out. Once you have become a member, you may borrow books from the library to take home between meetings.

MomsOfLotsOfTots!
http://www.momsoflotsoftots.com
We're the PoCoMo MOMS - Mothers of Multiples. We're a non-profit support group of parents and guardians of multiple-birth children. Our club serves the communities of Port Coquitlam, Port Moody. Coquitlam, Pitt Meadows, Maple Ridge and Mission in British Columbia, Canada. Our site has lots of information for expectant and new parents, a forum for chatting with other parents, a buy and sell area (inside the forum) and much more information about our club.

Multiple Births of Canada
http://www.multiplebirthscanada.org
This Web Site offers information regarding multiple births. It includes pregnancy and post-natal information and, from the point of view of new parents, it attempts to address some of your questions and concerns.

Multiple Births - Prenatal Education
http://www.multiplebirthsfamilies.com

Multiple Births Support Program, University of British Columbia
School of Nursing
Vancouver Twins and More
http://www.vancouvertwins.ca
Tel: 604-828-2950
Vancouver/Burnaby Twins and More Club is a family-focused group whose goal is to provide practical, emotional and social support to multiple birth parents and their children during the pregnancy, infant, toddler and preschooler stages. We meet monthly, the topics vary month to month. There also other meetings such as mom’s night out, picnics, socials and more. Also many events and programs!

Northshoremoms.ca
http://www.northshoremoms.ca/
The North Shore Mothers of Multiples, NSMOMs, is a non-profit support group of parents of multiple-birth children serving the North Shore and Squamish. We are an informal group and welcome new and expectant parents and their families. Meetings, Newsletters, Parties, Swap Sales, and much more!

Parents of Multiple Births
Tel: 1-866-228-8824
http://www.multiplebirthscanada.org

PoCoMo MOMS - Mothers of Multiples.
http://www.momsoflotsoftots.com/
We're a non-profit support group of parents and guardians of multiple-birth children. Our club serves the communities of Port Coquitlam, Port Moody. Coquitlam, Pitt Meadows, Maple Ridge and Mission in British Columbia, Canada.

Richmond/Delta Parents of Twins & Triplets Club
(member of Multiple Births Canada)
www.richmonddeltamultiples.ca
info@richmonddeltamultiples.ca

The Richmond Delta Parents of Twins and Triplets Club's (RDPTT) mission is to broaden the understanding of child development and rearing which relates specifically to multiple birth children and their siblings, older and younger. We also encourage parents to raise their multiples with individuality, while respecting the bonds of multiple-ship. The club serves as a source of information for twin research and provides a source of exchange of clothing and equipment for parents of multiples. We are here to share our experiences, give and receive advice, and provide moral support.

Twins, Triplets, & More! - Resource Guide
http://www.school.nursing.ubc.ca/PDFs/TwinsTripletsAndMore.pdf
Resource Guide for Multiple Pregnancy & Parenthood

Vancouver Twins and More
http://www.vancouvertwins.ca
Tel: 604-828-2950
Vancouver/Burnaby Twins and More Club is a family-focused group whose goal is to provide practical, emotional and social support to multiple birth parents and their children during the pregnancy, infant, toddler and preschooler stages. We meet monthly, the topics vary month to month. There also other meetings such as mom’s night out, picnics, socials and more. Also many events and programs

Baby Equipment Rentals

Babies on the Go
http://www.babysonthego.com/
Whistler
Phone: 604-905-0002
Toll Free: 1-866-905-0002
E-Mail: info@babysonthego.com
Baby’s On The Go is a locally owned and operated baby equipment rental company in Whistler that provides quality service and rentals to Guests, Property Management Companies and Hotels in the Whistler area. Cribs, Strollers, High Chairs, Toys, Indoor & Outdoor equipment and much more.

Petite Passengers – Baby Equipment Rentals
http://www.petitepassengers.com
Vancouver and surrounding areas
Phone: 604 780 9914
Email: info@petitepassengers.com
Petite Passengers Baby Equipment Rentals supplies Vancouver with a comprehensive range of high-end baby gear. Petite Passengers rents an assortment of quality cribs, strollers, carseats, highchairs and more. All of our equipment has been purchased in 2007, and is safety inspected and sanitized with environmentally-friendly products. We delivery, assemble and return pick up anywhere in the Vancouver area.

Wee Travel Inc.
http://www.weetravel.ca
Vancouver
Tel: 604-222-4722
Wee Travel rents the highest rated brands of infant and child car seats, folding cribs, strollers, highchairs, pack 'n plays and baby toys to travelers with children. Our equipment is: in brand-new condition, replaced often, safety inspected and sanitized after use and monitored for safety recalls. Delivery within Toronto, Vancouver, Victoria and surrounding areas.

Family Places & Neighborhood Houses

List of all the Family Places in the entire Vancouver area
http://www.frpbc.ca/membership/directory.htm

List of Family places!

Vancouver’s Family Friendly Spots in Vancouver - Parent’s Map

Vancouver's Family Friendly Coffee shops (by Google)
web site

Vancouver Family-friendly Hotels
http://www.hotels.ca/hotel-canada/hotel-vancouver/family-friendly-hotel-vancouver/

Vancouver Family Friendly Restaurants
http://www.vancouver.com/community/families/vancouver-family-restaurants/

Wee Welcome
http://www.weewelcome.ca
Baby Welcoming places in your neighborhood, attractions, coffee houses, community locations, fitness locations, movie theatres, restaurants, shopping, and retail. It lets you know if there is a diaper disposal, stroller parking, dad changing, family washroom, nursing chair, kids meals/play area, high chairs and family parking. The database is not huge yet, but with everyone’s support it should grow even more!

Movies for Parents

Babies and movies you ask? From time to time babies do cry, but that’s the beauty of the event—it’s OK if your munchkin cries too. Most babies do settle down once the lights are out. There is a bit of noise in the audience but most babies do nod off to sleep. Everyone is a parent so they understand!

Cineplex Stars and Strollers
http://www.cineplex.com/Theatres/StarsAndStrollers.aspx
Enjoy the latest movies in a Baby-Friendly environment at Cineplex Entertainment theatres.
Now featuring a choice of two movies at every screening! Screenings of the latest releases every week at your participating theatre, lowered volume levels, dimmed lighting, stroller parking available. See website for movies playing for parents!

Strawberry Hill Cinemas
12161 72nd Avenue, Surrey
Tel: 604-501-9420

Park & Tilford
200-333 Brooksbank Avenue, North Vancouver
Tel: 604-985-4215

SilverCity Riverport
14211 Entertainment Way, Richmond
Tel: 604-277-8449

Colossus Langley
20090 91A Avenue, Langley
Tel: 513-8747

SilverCity – Coquitlam
170 Schoolhouse, Coquitlam
Tel: 604-523-6001

SilverCity – Pitt Meadows
Unit 410, 19800 Lougheed Hwy, Pitt Meadows
Tel: 604-460-6462

Metro Theatre
1370 S.W. Marine Drive, Vancouver
email: metro@metrotheatre.com
Tel: 604-266-7191

Movies-4-Mommies
http://www.movies4mommies.com/
email: info@movies4mommies.com
Movies-4-Mommies opened in Vancouver June 4. The program offers comforts such as on-site change tables, bottle warmers and stroller parking. Every month, movies begin with added benefits such as guest speakers on various mom and baby topics, or a pre-show event like Gymboree play time, or free baby portraits. There are fantastic door prizes and samples too.

Fifth Avenue Cinemas
2110 Burrard Street (at 5th Ave), Vancouver

Ridge Theatre
3131 Arbutus St (at 16th Ave) in Vancouver
Tickets: $8 adults, $7 seniors. No charge for babies. Admission includes complimentary baby wipes and other promotional items – See web site for more information! Call and confirm movie prices before you go!

Libraries – Kids Programs

Libraries offer programs for kids, from reading programs, neat kid workshops, rhymes and finger plays, sing-alongs, family story-time, crafts, puppet shows, baby, toddler and preschool classes and the most popular story-times. There is also more available at your local library visit the web site or call your library to find out, most classes are FREE and it’s a great way to meet new people! Programs vary upon Libraries.

Burnaby Public Library (all libraries located in Burnaby)
www.bpl.burnaby.bc.ca
For a list of programs offered by the library for kids and family please visit:
http://engagedpatrons.org/Events.cfm?SiteID=1193

Coquitlam Public Library
www.library.coquitlam.bc.ca
For a list of programs offered by the library for kids and family please visit:
http://www.library.coquitlam.bc.ca/Programs+and+Services/Children/Programs+default.htm

Fraser Valley Regional Library
www.fvrl.bc.ca

Cities Included in the FVRL are:
Agassiz Library
Aldergrove Library
Boston Bar Library
Brookswood Library
Chilliwack Library
Clearbrook Library
Fort Langley Library
Hope Library
Ladner Library
Langley City Library
Maple Ridge Library
Mission Library
MSA Centennial Library
Mount Lehman Library
Murrayville Library
North Delta Library
Pitt Meadows Library
Port Coquitlam Library
South Delta Library
Walnut Grove Library
White Rock Library
Willowbrook Library
Yarrow Library

New Westminster Public Library
www.nwpl.ca

For a list of programs offered by the library for kids and family please visit:
http://www.nwpl.ca/children/eventsPrograms.htm#swine

North Vancouver City Public Library
http://www.cnv.org/nvcl/
For a list of programs offered by the library for kids and family please visit:
http://www.cnv.org/nvcl//Childrens/programs.asp

North Vancouver District Public Library
http://www.nvdpl.ca/

Port Moody Public Library
http://library.portmoody.ca
For a list of programs offered by the library for kids and family please visit:
http://library.portmoody.ca/Kids+Site/Programs/default.htm

Richmond Public Library
http://www.yourlibrary.ca/
For a list of programs offered by the library for kids and family please visit:
http://www.yourlibrary.ca/whatson.cfm

Surrey Public Library
www.spl.surrey.bc.ca
For a list of programs offered by the library for kids and family please visit:

Story-times: http://www.spl.surrey.bc.ca/Programs+and+Services/Programs+and+Classes/Storytimes.htm
Programs & Classes: http://www.spl.surrey.bc.ca/Programs+and+Services/Programs+and+Classes/default.htm#childrens
Book Clubs: http://www.spl.surrey.bc.ca/Programs+and+Services/Programs+and+Classes/Kids%27+Book+Clubs.htm
Reading Buddies:
http://www.spl.surrey.bc.ca/Programs+and+Services/Programs+and+Classes/Reading+Buddies.htm

West Vancouver Memorial Library
http://www.westvanlib.org/
For a list of programs offered by the library for kids and family please visit:
http://www.westvanlib.org/index.php?page=69