Welcome to the Family Action Network

Your hub for family resources in the Lower Columbia

The Family Action Network, your hub for Family Resources in the Lower Columbia Region, respectfully acknowledges that we live, work, learn and play on the traditional unceded territory of the Sinixt (Sngaytskstx), Syilx (Okanagan), Ktunaxa and Secwepemc Peoples and give our gratitude to the ancestors and keepers of this land who have walked here before us.  We also acknowledge the many Metis and Inuit families who make this region their home today.

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The Family Action Network is once again seeking input from families like yours to help set the future direction of family services, supports, programs and events in our community. Please consider spending 10 minutes to share your thoughts on what local family service agencies can do to better support you. Our network is driven by what we learn from this feedback, so your input is very valuable.

 

This survey is open to anyone that lives and/or works in the Lower Columbia Region and has children under the age of 18 years.

 

We would also like to thank all of our partner agencies that support families in our region.

Survey

Latest News & Events For Children And Families

Latest News

How can we better support families in our region?

How can we better support families in our region?

The Family Action Network is once again seeking input from families like yours to help set the future direction of family services, supports, programs and events in our community. Please consider spending 10 minutes to share your thoughts on what local family service...

Family Celebration!

Family Celebration!

The Family Action Network (FAN) is delighted to extend a warm invitation to participate in a joyous celebration event! Join us as we shine a spotlight on the incredible work happening in our community to support and invest in local families.  Event Details: Date:...

Upcoming Family Events

Upcoming Events

Mar
28
Thu
2024
9:00 am Spring Break Camp Chaos (Ages 6-... @ Trail Memorial Centre Gym
Spring Break Camp Chaos (Ages 6-... @ Trail Memorial Centre Gym
Mar 28 @ 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
Spring Break Camp Chaos (Ages 6-12) - Trail @ Trail Memorial Centre Gym
What is it? Keep busy during spring break in our action-packed Camp Chaos. There are two weeks of camp being offered. Don’t miss out on the fun! When: March 18 – 22, 9.00-3.30 pm OR[...]
Mar
30
Sat
2024
9:30 am Easter Activities (All Ages) – T... @ Waneta Plaza
Easter Activities (All Ages) – T... @ Waneta Plaza
Mar 30 @ 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Easter Activities (All Ages) - Trail @ Waneta Plaza
What is it? Photos with the Easter Bunny: Book online here, Trails Incredible Easter Market, Easter Egg Extravaganza When: Saturday March 30,  from 9:30 am until 4:00 pm Where it Happens: Waneta Plaza in Trail, BC[...]
10:30 am Easter Egg Hunt at the Museum (A... @ Rossland Museum
Easter Egg Hunt at the Museum (A... @ Rossland Museum
Mar 30 @ 10:30 am – 3:00 pm
Easter Egg Hunt at the Museum (All Ages) - Rossland @ Rossland Museum
What is it? Snow is on the ground – but spring is in the air – and that means it’s almost time for our annual Easter Egg Hunt! Come up to the Museum on Saturday,[...]
11:00 am Easter Egg Hunt (All Ages) – Fru... @ Fruitvale Memorial Park
Easter Egg Hunt (All Ages) – Fru... @ Fruitvale Memorial Park
Mar 30 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Easter Egg Hunt (All Ages) - Fruitvale @ Fruitvale Memorial Park
What is it? 14th Annual Beaver Valley Easter Egg Hunt! 11 AM sharp! 8000 chocolate eggs to find, peanut free chocolate available. Where it Happens: Fruitvale Memorial Park (formerly Haines Park), Fruitvale, BC. (The ball[...]
1:00 pm Free Public Skating (All Ages) –... @ Trail Memorial Centre
Free Public Skating (All Ages) –... @ Trail Memorial Centre
Mar 30 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Free Public Skating (All Ages) - Trail @ Trail Memorial Centre | Trail | British Columbia | Canada
Event Info What is it? Free Pubic Skate Public skating will be held in the Cominco Arena or Kids Rink at the Trail Memorial Centre. In the event of a special booking, public skating may[...]
7:00 pm Free Public Skating (All Ages) –... @ Trail Memorial Centre
Free Public Skating (All Ages) –... @ Trail Memorial Centre
Mar 30 @ 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Free Public Skating (All Ages) - Trail @ Trail Memorial Centre | Trail | British Columbia | Canada
Event Info What is it? Free Pubic Skate Public skating will be held in the Cominco Arena or Kids Rink at the Trail Memorial Centre. In the event of a special booking, public skating may[...]
Mar
31
Sun
2024
12:30 pm Free Public Skating (All Ages) –... @ Trail Memorial Centre
Free Public Skating (All Ages) –... @ Trail Memorial Centre
Mar 31 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Free Public Skating (All Ages) - Trail @ Trail Memorial Centre | Trail | British Columbia | Canada
Event Info What is it? Free Pubic Skate Public skating will be held in the Cominco Arena or Kids Rink at the Trail Memorial Centre. In the event of a special booking, public skating may[...]
5:45 pm Free Public Skating (All Ages) –... @ Trail Memorial Centre
Free Public Skating (All Ages) –... @ Trail Memorial Centre
Mar 31 @ 5:45 pm – 7:15 pm
Free Public Skating (All Ages) - Trail @ Trail Memorial Centre | Trail | British Columbia | Canada
Event Info What is it? Free Pubic Skate Public skating will be held in the Cominco Arena or Kids Rink at the Trail Memorial Centre. In the event of a special booking, public skating may[...]

Family Action Network Newsletter

Stay up to date on what’s happening for families in the Lower Columbia region of beautiful British Columbia. We now have more specific newsletter lists that are tailored towards the different Ages & Stages of your child for you to choose from. Sign up today!

 

Please select your FAN newsletter list(s):

“Working hard to make our region the best place to raise a child.”

Ages and Stages

Childhood Milestones

Regional Services

Services Directory

Events Calendar

Picnic Fun

Check Early Check Often

Early Childhood Development Screening for All Children 0-6

The early years (from birth to age 6) are an important time in your child’s life. How your child plays, learns, speaks and acts provides important clues about their development. As a parent or caregiver, you are the ‘expert’ about your child, as you spend the most time with them and understand them. When you know what typical milestones are for a child at a certain age, you have a way to track their development and recognize whether there are any concerns.

The Family Action Network (FAN) has produced this video, featuring the voices of parents, early childhood professionals and community leaders to give information on the importance of checking your child’s development ‘early and often’ through the early years period.

 

Check Early Check Often

Early Childhood Development Screening for All Children 0-6

The early years (from birth to age 6) are an important time in your child’s life. How your child plays, learns, speaks and acts provides important clues about their development. As a parent or caregiver, you are the ‘expert’ about your child, as you spend the most time with them and understand them. When you know what typical milestones are for a child at a certain age, you have a way to track their development and recognize whether there are any concerns.

The Family Action Network (FAN) has produced this video, featuring the voices of parents, early childhood professionals and community leaders to give information on the importance of checking your child’s development ‘early and often’ through the early years period.

 

Ages and Stages Clinic

Come and check your child’s development at an upcoming spring or fall Ages and Stages Clinic. Early childhood and health care professionals are available for free appointments during the event. Pre-registration is a must.  For more information, call FAN at 1-855-368-3707.

Next Clinic: November 23, 2023 in the Beaver Valley BC. For appointment call 1-855-368-3707 to register or for more information.

Children develop at their own pace. Information provided here is a guide. If you have concerns about your child’s development, talk to your health care provider, Public Health Nurse or call the Family Action Network at 1-855-368-3707.

Family Action Newsletter

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