Family and Community Programs

CANDORA honestly has good programs and its greatest strength is given by its employees (I have personal experience). They are people who are always willing to help and provide support to people who need it.

I joined Family Playtime in search of new ways to engage with my non-verbal child. The course material and activities were so helpful and I appreciated the resources given to me so I could replicate them at home.

Uniting Communities,
Fostering Growth

Community Lunch

Thursdays, 11:30AM-12:30PM

A place for the community to come together, share a meal, and make new connections. Check our social media for this week’s menu. Volunteers are always needed and welcome to join, please see our Volunteer Application for more details.

Abbottsfield Recreation Centre, 3006-119 Avenue, Edmonton

Baby & Me

Parents/Caregivers and Infants 0-12 Months

Gather in a supportive environment to share stories, sing songs, learn about nutrition and child development, and engage in positive play experiences with baby and other families! Get access to referrals to medical professionals, and other support.

Abbottsfield Recreation Centre, 3006-119 Avenue, Edmonton

Crawlers & Cruisers

Parents/Caregivers and Kids 0-3 Years

Connect with other families by participating in field trips, rhyme time, guest presentations, music classes, and more! In this program, we focus on literacy, active living, and developmental play. Families get an opportunity to socialize, share strategies, and gain new information while their infants and toddlers play and explore.

Abbottsfield Recreation Centre, 3006-119 Avenue, Edmonton

Stay & Play

Wednesdays, 10AM- 12PM

Join other families in the community for this FREE drop-in program. Parents/guardians and children will explore new activities, sing songs, read stories, burn off some energy, and meet new people.

Beverly Daycare Society & Family Resource Centre, 11005 34 Street, Edmonton

Neurodivergent Parenting Coffee Chat

Parents/Caregivers of Neurodivergent Children

Join parents and guardians who care for neurodivergent children for a 8-week group where we will explore common challenges, make connections, learn tools for engagement, celebrate successes, provide peer support, educate and advocate. Neurodivergencies may include but are not limited to Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS), and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

CANDORA, 3210-118 Avenue, Edmonton or Virtually

Health For Two

Appointments on Wednesdays, 9AM- 4PM

This program provides support throughout pregnancy and up to two months postpartum. Connect with community supports, learn more about pregnancy and birth, discover tools for baby care and parenting, and receive grocery coupons and prenatal vitamins.

CANDORA, 3210-118 Avenue, Edmonton

Parent and Caregiver Programs

Parents and Caregivers

CANDORA provides a variety of healthy learning programs for adults, parents and caregivers. These offerings often include Neurodivergent Parenting Group, Connect Parent Group, Nobody’s Perfect, Triple P Parenting, and Circle of Security Parenting.

CANDORA, 3210-118 Avenue, Edmonton

Adult and Senior Programs

Adults 18+

CANDORA hosts many different healthy living activities for adults in the community. These offerings often include Hatha Yoga, Sewing, Women’s Fitness, Community Seniors’ Circle, Chair Yoga, Crochet Group, Creative Reading & Writing, Book Club, and more! Be sure to check out our events calendar for the current programs available.

CANDORA, 3210-118 Avenue, Edmonton

Home Alone Courses

Kids 10+ (before the year ends)

Help your child gain the confidence to feel safe and comfortable when it’s time for them to be left unsupervised. During this half-day course, they will learn all about and prepare for basic safety concerns. Snacks included.

CANDORA, 3210-118 Avenue, Edmonton

Babysitting Courses

Kids 12+ (before the year ends)

Children will learn what it takes to be a successful babysitter and get their certification. Courses are a full day commitment, lunch is included.