For gender diverse, transgender and non-binary youth. Make friends, get support, do projects or just have fun! In the group you can hang out, talk, eat snacks, play games, make buttons, make art, share information and sometimes we head over to a nearby park. The monthly activities and topics are planned by the group. Guest […]

Do you have a child, teen or young adult who is gender diverse, transgender or non-binary? Are you interested in meeting with other parents & caregivers? When:  The third Tuesday of every month Where:  Family Services Ottawa, 312 Parkdale Avenue For more information contact the Around the Rainbow Trainer and Public Education worker at 613-725-3601 […]

The LGBTTQ+ Rainbow Families Art & Play Group is a free drop-in group for parents and caregivers of gender creative, transgender and non-binary children, youth and young adults. Share support, information and resources. When:  The first Saturday of every month Where:  Family Services Ottawa, 312 Parkdale Avenue For more information contact us at 613-725-3601 ext. […]

How can I avoid “blowing my top” at my children? How can I channel my anger into effective discipline? Are there any “good” ways to express my anger? Under the expert direction of facilitators at Family Services Ottawa, this six-week course offers an informative and interactive exploration of the challenges and opportunities for parents when […]

anxiety prevention program for children 7-9 yrs FRIENDS for Life is an evidence-based prevention program proven to be effective in building emotional resilience and teaching strategies that are practical and useful for coping with times of worry and change. These are important skills that can help children cope with stress which they can use throughout […]

The LGBTTQ+ Rainbow Families Art & Play Group is a free drop-in group for parents and caregivers of gender creative, transgender and non-binary children, youth and young adults. Share support, information and resources. When:  The first Saturday of every month Where:  Family Services Ottawa, 312 Parkdale Avenue For more information contact us at 613-725-3601 ext. […]

positive discipline for 0-12 yr olds What is “typical” behaviour for children in this age group? How can I help my child build self-esteem? How can I set reasonable behaviour limits for my child? Under the expert direction of Joanne Boyd at Family Services Ottawa, this five-week course offers an informative and interactive exploration of […]

The LGBTTQ+  Families Art & Play Group is a free drop-in group for LGBTTQ+ families and their young children. When:  Thursdays January 12th, February 2,  and March 2, 2019 Where:  Family Services Ottawa, 312 Parkdale Avenue For more information contact us at 613-725-3601 ext. 105 or by email at lmontroy@familyservicesottawa.org

Are you looking for ways to build a strong relationship with your child? Are you looking for concrete and practical ways to build your child’s self-esteem? Do you wonder how to set reasonable behaviour limits for your child?  Under the expert direction of Tim Paquette at Family Services Ottawa, this eight-week course offers an informative […]

Are you worried about how parent conflict is affecting your children? Would you like to minimize your children’s exposure to conflict? Are you looking for concrete ways to deal with high stress situations between you and your co-parent? In this six-week course you’ll: Learn the skills needed to improve communication. Learn methods to manage upset […]