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Children’s Rights in Canada

Every November 20th is World Children’s Day. It marks the day the UN Convention on the Rights of a Child was adopted, and is a day on which we can learn more about children’s rights. Keep reading to learn more about children’s rights and to find programs for kids in Burnaby. Convention on the Rights…
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Health Literacy: What Is It?

Imagine you’re diagnosed with a condition that you’ve never heard of before. Now, your doctor tells you that you can choose between two different medications. You don’t know what either of the medications do or the side effects. What should you do? Hopefully, you want to learn more about both of them. If you have…
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September 30: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Every September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. On this day, we acknowledge the impacts of residential schools on First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people. What is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation? The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a federal statutory holiday that honours Indigenous children who attended…
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Where to Get Active in Burnaby

Physical activity is so important to our lives. However, most people don’t get enough. How much physical activity do you need, and how can you get active in Burnaby? Keep reading to find out! How Much Physical Activity Do You Need? Physical activity helps keep us healthy and we need it every day. Adults should…
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Mental Health: What It Is, and Where to Find Help in Burnaby

Mental health is an important part of our lives, and an important part of our health. Keep reading to learn what it is, some habits to develop good mental health, and find free and paid, easy to access resources in Burnaby. What is Mental Health? Mental health refers to your psychological, social, and emotional well-being.…
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Cooling Centres in Burnaby

Heat can kill people, through heat stroke and heat exhaustion. Burnaby offers free cooling centres open to everyone when there’s extreme heat. Locations of Cooling Centres These cooling centres are open from 10 am to 10 pm daily on days of extreme heat. – Bonsor Recreation Complex (6550 Bonsor Ave)– Cameron Community Centre (9523 Cameron…
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Why Take Swimming Lessons?

It’s summer time! But, with summer comes the beach and the pool. Swimming is a life-saving skill, so if you can’t swim, you should take lessons. Below, we have a short list of where to find swimming lessons for kids and adults. Why Learn How to Swim? Being able to swim is very important, for…
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Pride Events in Burnaby and Vancouver 2024

It’s Pride season! Pride season in Canada is from June to September and honours the 2SLGBTQI+ (Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, and other people who identify as part of sexual and gender diverse communities) communities and their allies. You’ll find some Pride events in Vancouver and Burnaby below. History Pride events in Canada…
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Free Family Programs In Burnaby

This spring and summer, there are many family programs and drop ins available in Burnaby. Different community organizations offer these programs, all for free! Check out the guide below to see these free family programs. There’s something for everyone!

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How to Raise Multilingual Kids

It’s useful to be multilingual and know multiple languages. In this blog, learn why you should teach your child a second language and get some tips.  What is Multilingualism? Multilingualism is being able to speak multiple languages. For example, that could be speaking English and your native language. Knowing multiple languages is beneficial. It provides…
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