Holiday Closure Notice

The Family Centre will be closed on Wednesday, December 25 and Thursday, December 26. We will open again on Friday, December 27. Our office and counselling hours will be reduced during the holiday season.

Our Reduced Counselling Hours

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Tips: How to Tolerate Change
News Posted On Apr 28, 2022

Tips: How to Tolerate Change

Learn how to tolerate change by watching the video below. Related article: How to Deal With Uncertainty - 7 Tips for Coping with Our World Right Now...

Check in on your mental health: questions and tips
News Posted On Feb 20, 2022

Check in on your mental health: questions and tips

By checking in with ourselves, we can determine if our mental health is suffering and take the necessary actions to get back on track. Asking yourself these questions can help you evaluate the state of your mental wellbeing. ...

Tips: People Reluctant to go to a Counselling Session
News Posted On Dec 04, 2021

Tips: People Reluctant to go to a Counselling Session

You are probably wondering what to expect when meeting with a therapist for the first time. Don't worry. Hear some people's advice that can help you through the counselling process.   ...

How to handle winter blues
News Posted On Nov 29, 2021

How to handle winter blues

Are your mood and energy so low this time of year that you think you could have “winter blues” or seasonal affective disorder? Watch to learn tips on how to overcome winter blues. ...

Living With Mental Illness: Kara's Testimony
News Posted On Oct 12, 2021

Living With Mental Illness: Kara's Testimony

How is it like living with mental illness? Kara shares her mental illness journey in hopes of inspiring others that they can live a full, happy life despite their situation. Watch her wonderful story. ...

Success Story: Jessica's Story
News Posted On Aug 24, 2021

Success Story: Jessica's Story

At the very young age of fifteen, Jessica was exposed to significant trauma. After being sexually assaulted, she resorted to drugs, alcohol, and self-harm. Jessica tried counselling and medication. Yet, nothing could take away her depression, anxiety,…

Back to School Lunch Preparation Tips
News Posted On Aug 13, 2021

Back to School Lunch Preparation Tips

Back-to-school season can be stressful and hectic—key parts of your child’s day such as eating a nutritious lunch can be easy to overlook. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of tips to help your transition to the new school year be as smooth…

Staycations: A Convenient Way to Beat Burnout
News Posted On Jul 31, 2021

Staycations: A Convenient Way to Beat Burnout

Burnout leads to the inability to function well at work or in your personal life. It arises when chronic workplace stress has not been successfully managed. Chances are, you’ve probably experienced some form of burnout at least once in your life. Going…

Success Story: Aminata's Story
News Posted On Jul 13, 2021

Success Story: Aminata's Story

When Aminata’s daughter became overwhelmed by her responsibilities, she broke down. Her children were then placed into foster care. “Even though [my daughter] didn't tell me, I know they are my grandchildren. That would be my responsibility to step…

How Being Grateful Improves Your Health
News Posted On Jun 30, 2021

How Being Grateful Improves Your Health

Showing gratitude is one of the golden rules that guide us on how to treat others. From a young age, we were taught to be thankful to people who do good deeds to us. Being grateful helps build good relationships with the people around us and positively…

Success Story: Calvin's Story
News Posted On Jun 29, 2021

Success Story: Calvin's Story

Calvin’s love for his daughters gave him the courage to hold his family together as a single parent. His daughters were put into care because their mother struggled with addiction and unhealthy relationships. When Calvin heard the news, he was living…

How The Family Centre Serve Indigenous Families and Communities
News Posted On Jun 27, 2021

How The Family Centre Serve Indigenous Families and Communities

The Family Centre is committed to enhancing our practice by increasing our knowledge and understanding of the history of Indigenous people combined with opportunities to experience ceremonies, traditional teachings, and activities. Our hope is that we…

Managing Anger Constructively
News Posted On May 20, 2021

Managing Anger Constructively

When we are unable to process our anger in healthy ways it can affect us physically. Becoming violent can damage our bodies with cuts and bruises. When stuffed down and buried inside, anger can manifest as migraine headaches, depression, and sexual dysfunction. …

Hats on For Mental Health Day
News Posted On May 05, 2021

Hats on For Mental Health Day

May 5th is Hats on for Mental Health day, where people wear hats to help raise awareness of the importance of good mental health. Take a look at the way our Success Coaches are getting involved.  ...

Success Story: Trista's and Angela's Story
News Posted On Mar 30, 2021

Success Story: Trista's and Angela's Story

Trista was shocked the day her oldest sister called her from prison. She asked Trista to care for her baby, Briella, when she would be born. Angela is Trista's and her sister’s mom. She knew it would be a lot of work for Trista and decided that she…

Building Attachment with Your Newborn
News Posted On Mar 23, 2021

Building Attachment with Your Newborn

Building a strong attachment with your child is important as it will help them stay on a healthy development track as they age. ...

Symptoms of Depression
News Posted On Feb 13, 2021

Symptoms of Depression

Have you been feeling heavier lately? From the cold of winter and lack of sunlight, to COVID restrictions and an uncertain future, we are all carrying a lot. The first step to taking control of depression is to recognize its symptoms. ...

Success Story: Crystal's Story
News Posted On Jan 26, 2021

Success Story: Crystal's Story

Crystal was caring for her grandchildren when her world turned upside down. She had been sober for sixteen years but was accused of using drugs and alcohol. The next day her grandchildren were taken into care. ...

The Family Centre acknowledges that we are on Treaty 6 territory, a traditional meeting ground, gathering place, and traveling route for the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Métis, Dene, and Nakota Sioux. We acknowledge all the many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.

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