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Early Years
1880 Quail Lane, Westbank, BC | T 250 768 4838
WFN's formally recognized early years centre aims to provide quality programs & services that support families and their children from birth to 12 years old. For children age 12 plus, see Youth & Recreation.
Contact: Family Program Coordinator | T 250 768 4838 | Email
Tuesdays 10:30 am – 2:00 pm
Designed for caregivers and children ages birth to six years, this program is open to Indigenous families living on or off-reserve. The focus is to build healthy foundations in all aspects of emotional, social, cognitive, physical, and spiritual development and pride in our syilx culture. cəptiʷɬ, nsyilxcen, Elders & cultural knowledge keepers are all key parts of the program. Families participate in gathering and processing traditional foods and medicines and are supported to bring culture into their family life and build a sense of belonging and identity. There are plenty of opportunities for bonding between parent and child in addition to developing friendship bonds between other families within the community. A nutritious lunch is included.
Preregistration is required.
Contact: Family Program Coordinator | T: 250 768 4838 | Email
Fridays 10:30 am – 2:00 pm
Modeling of exercise and fitness is the most effective way of encouraging children to move and develop healthy habits. Each Family Fitness session is uniquely designed to create new experiences, encourage family wellness and teach new fitness activities, through syilx culture land-based learning, gymnastics, exploring parks and trails, swimming, and contributing to the WFN community garden.
Wednesdays 11:00am – 12:00pm
Fit Flow Yoga is a fresh take on old traditions of movement patterns and music that calls us back to healing and trust in ourselves. The combination of power yoga, cardio-focused dance and body sculpting movements work together to strengthen the body and soul. All movements may be modified to suit your body and abilities. Fit Flow Yoga is about developing an all-inclusive community and building people up.
Thursdays 10:30am – 2:00pm
A whole family wellness program incorporating syilx cultural and language. Weekly groups consist of a nutritious lunch and curriculum supported by Head Start and Success by Six. The focus of the program is building healthy parent and child connections that include the importance of extended families, syilx culture, literacy and creative play. Childcare is provided during a portion of the program to allow for caregiver education and discussions on topics related to child development, parenting skills and self-care. The program is regularly visited by a Speech and Language Pathologist and other health professionals to answer questions and provide guidance on your child’s development.
Contact: T 250 768 4838 Email
The IEYO program offers family-centered support to families of children 0-6 years of age. The IEYO Consultant supports families by providing home visitation, developmental screenings and assessments, activity planning, and assists families in accessing other health, social, and community services. The IEYO program supports the development of children within the context of their family, community and culture, and by offering access to culturally-appropriate early intervention and prevention support programs. This program is open to Indigenous families living on and off reserve.
REFERRAL FORM
The ISCD program is family-centred program, designed specifically to meet the needs of children 3-12 years of age who require additional supports in child care programs, preschools, after-school care programs, and in other community settings. Such inclusion nurtures a child’s self-esteem, identity, and allows children to participate in settings that will support their development along with their peers. Additionally, the ISCD Consultant supports families by providing consultation to families and community programs, assisting in accessing and coordinating additional supports and services, activity planning, and supporting the transition to kindergarten and middle school. If extra-staffing support is needed, the ISCD Support Workers provide program assistance to community programs to support access, inclusion, and success for all children in these settings. This program is open to Indigenous families living on and off reserve.
Contact: Out of School Care Supervisor | T 250 768 4838 ext. 4210 | C 250 575 2178 | Email
When: Monday to Friday | September to June | 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. | Ages: 5 to 12
Transportation provided from Chief Tomat Elementary. Space limited to 24.
The provincially-licensed program is open to children, ages 5 to 12, attending either sənsisyustən or Chief Tomat and provides an environment where children are encouraged to explore, make choices, and develop a positive sense of self and uniqueness. Activities include arts and crafts, sports, drama games, out trips, as well as free play.
Contact: Out of School Care Supervisor | T 250 768 4838 ext. 4206 | C 250 575 2178 | Email
When: Monday to Friday | July through August
Cost: Available on request
Open to children ages 5 to 11 who are WFN Members, Indigenous living on or off reserve, or residents of WFN lands. The registration form will be available approximately mid May. The camp can accommodate up to 24 children. Children will take part in arts and crafts, sports, games, and many different activities that fit into the theme of the week.