BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CFS Western - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for CFS Western REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241128T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241128T151500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T170519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T172859Z UID:5444-1732800600-1732806900@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:7 C’s of Resilience DESCRIPTION:7 C’s of Resilience: \nYoung people live up or down to the expectations we set for them. They need adults who believe in them unconditionally and encourage their abilities and inner resources. Come join us for this two- week session and learn more about what cultivates resiliency and how parents can support their children to rise above difficult circumstances and move forward with confidence and optimism. \nThurs. Afternoons: 1:30 – 3:15 p.m. Nov. 28 & Dec. 5/24 URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/7-cs-of-resilience-3/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Parent Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241129T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241129T111500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T171951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T195027Z UID:5578-1732872600-1732878900@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:Friday Drop-in Playtime AM DESCRIPTION:FRIDAY DROP-IN PLAYTIME AM: An opportunity for parents and children to play together in our childcare space. Snack\, crafts\, and story time provided. \nFrid. Mornings 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. Sept. 6-Dec. 20/24 (not Oct. 25) URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/friday-drop-in-playtime-am-12/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241129T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241129T151500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T171310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T200448Z UID:5608-1732887000-1732893300@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:Friday Drop-in Playtime PM DESCRIPTION:FRIDAY DROP-IN PLAYTIME PM: An opportunity for parents and children to play together in our childcare space. Snack\, crafts\, and story time provided. \nFri. Afternoons 1:30 – 3:15 p.m. Sept. 6-Dec. 20/24 (not Oct. 25) URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/friday-drop-in-playtime-pm-12/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241204T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241204T111500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T171042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T173631Z UID:5462-1733304600-1733310900@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:COMMUNICATION AND LANGUAGE IN YOUNG CHILDREN DESCRIPTION:COMMUNICATION AND LANGUAGE IN YOUNG CHILDREN: \nParents with children 18 months – 5 years. Do you have worries about how your young child’s language and communication skills are developing? Learn about fun and easy\, everyday strategies and activities to encourage your child to communicate. \nWed. Morning 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. Dec. 4/24 URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/communication-and-language-in-young-children-2/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Parent Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241204T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241204T151500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T171006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T173246Z UID:5452-1733319000-1733325300@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:MINDFUL PARENTING DESCRIPTION:MINDFUL PARENTING: \nDo you need help to be a more patient\, understanding and resilient caregiver? This program explores mindful practices and techniques and how to apply them to our parenting so that we can be better at managing our own emotions\, reactions\, and interactions. \nWed. Afternoons: 1:30 – 3:15 p.m. Dec. 4\, 11\, &18/24 URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/mindful-parenting/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Parent Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241204T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241204T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T171049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T185820Z UID:5474-1733328000-1733331600@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:Kids Club DESCRIPTION:KIDS CLUB: FUN! FUN! FUN! Join us for an activity\, games and craft-based program for 7 – 12 year-olds. Snack included. \nWed. Afternoons 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. Sept. 11 & 25\, Oct. 9 & 23\, Nov. 6\, Dec. 4 & 18/24 URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/kids-club-18/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241205T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241205T111500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T171025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T173156Z UID:5450-1733391000-1733397300@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:THE ULTIMATE LIST OF AGE-APPROPRIATE CHORES DESCRIPTION:THE ULTIMATE LIST OF AGE-APPROPRIATE CHORES: \nA helpful resource for teaching kids valuable life skills. With a wide variety of tasks suitable for children of all ages. \nThurs. Mornings: 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. Nov. 28 & Dec. 5/24 URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/the-ultimate-list-of-age-appropriate-chores-2/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Parent Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241205T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241205T151500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T170512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T172946Z UID:5446-1733405400-1733411700@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:7 C’s of Resilience DESCRIPTION:7 C’s of Resilience: \nYoung people live up or down to the expectations we set for them. They need adults who believe in them unconditionally and encourage their abilities and inner resources. Come join us for this two- week session and learn more about what cultivates resiliency and how parents can support their children to rise above difficult circumstances and move forward with confidence and optimism. \nThurs. Afternoons: 1:30 – 3:15 p.m. Nov. 28 & Dec. 5/24 URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/7-cs-of-resilience-4/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Parent Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241206T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241206T111500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T172136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T195117Z UID:5580-1733477400-1733483700@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:Friday Drop-in Playtime AM DESCRIPTION:FRIDAY DROP-IN PLAYTIME AM: An opportunity for parents and children to play together in our childcare space. Snack\, crafts\, and story time provided. \nFrid. Mornings 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. Sept. 6-Dec. 20/24 (not Oct. 25) URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/friday-drop-in-playtime-am-13/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241206T120000 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T172323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T192422Z UID:5528-1733479200-1733486400@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:Santa Day DESCRIPTION:SANTA DAY: Santa’s in town & visiting our centre. Come take a picture with your family & celebrate this holiday season. \nFri. Morning 10:00 – 12:00 p.m. Dec. 6/2 URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/santa-day-2/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241206T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241206T151500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T171653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T200532Z UID:5610-1733491800-1733498100@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:Friday Drop-in Playtime PM DESCRIPTION:FRIDAY DROP-IN PLAYTIME PM: An opportunity for parents and children to play together in our childcare space. Snack\, crafts\, and story time provided. \nFri. Afternoons 1:30 – 3:15 p.m. Sept. 6-Dec. 20/24 (not Oct. 25) URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/friday-drop-in-playtime-pm-13/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241209T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241209T111500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T171506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T190734Z UID:5498-1733738400-1733742900@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:Funday Monday DESCRIPTION:FUNDAY MONDAY – FUN FOR PARENT & CHILD: \nStart the week off with a fun and relaxed “play date” in our drop-in space. Join other caregivers and kiddos for some fun and connection. All ages welcome! If a ride is required\, call the Centre. \n10:00 – 11:15 a.m. Sept. 9\, 23\, Oct. 7\, 21\, Nov. 4\, 18\, & Dec. 9/24 URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/funday-monday-13/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241210T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241210T111500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T171019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T173451Z UID:5458-1733823000-1733829300@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:CULTIVATING GRATITUDE DESCRIPTION:CULTIVATING GRATITUDE: \nGratitude is not something that just happens. Like any other skill\, it takes practice. Come learn about how small\, joyful moments positively impact the quality of relationships. A focus will be on tools for increasing empathy\, self-esteem and practicing gratitude as a family. \nTues. Morning 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. Dec. 10/24 URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/cultivating-gratitude/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Parent Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241211T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241211T111500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T171411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T191452Z UID:5516-1733911200-1733915700@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:CHRISTMAS CRAWLERS DESCRIPTION:CHRISTMAS CRAWLERS: (7 months-24 months) \nBabies learn through exploration\, curiosity and creativity! Come join us for Christmas themed crafts and activities to keep your little one engaged. \nWed. Morning 10:00 – 11:15 a.m. Dec. 11/24 URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/christmas-crawlers/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241211T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241211T151500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T171053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T173325Z UID:5454-1733923800-1733930100@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:MINDFUL PARENTING DESCRIPTION:MINDFUL PARENTING: \nDo you need help to be a more patient\, understanding and resilient caregiver? This program explores mindful practices and techniques and how to apply them to our parenting so that we can be better at managing our own emotions\, reactions\, and interactions. \nWed. Afternoons: 1:30 – 3:15 p.m. Dec. 4\, 11\, &18/24 URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/mindful-parenting-2/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Parent Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241211T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241211T203000 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T173056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T201230Z UID:5622-1733941800-1733949000@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:Circle of Sharing DESCRIPTION:CIRCLE OF SHARING: Join us monthly evening session of parenting connection and reflection. This safe space allows us to explore the joys and challenges of parenting with the focus of strengthening family relationships and building community connections.  \nWed. Evenings: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sept. 18\, Oct. 16\, Nov. 20\, Dec. 11/24 URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/circle-of-sharing-7/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Support Groups END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241212T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241212T111500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T172428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T192509Z UID:5530-1733997600-1734002100@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:HOLLY JOLLY HOOPLA DESCRIPTION:HOLLY JOLLY HOOPLA: Parents and children (2-6 years old) \nCome and create exciting holiday crafts\, do movement\, sing songs and enjoy snack. We will be concentrating on experiencing the Holiday season through our senses. We will learn about textures\, colors and smells that make this part of the year so special. \nThurs. Morning 10:00-11:15 a.m. Dec. 12/24 URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/holly-jolly-hoopla-2/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241213T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241213T111500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T172122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T195159Z UID:5582-1734082200-1734088500@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:Friday Drop-in Playtime AM DESCRIPTION:FRIDAY DROP-IN PLAYTIME AM: An opportunity for parents and children to play together in our childcare space. Snack\, crafts\, and story time provided. \nFrid. Mornings 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. Sept. 6-Dec. 20/24 (not Oct. 25) URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/friday-drop-in-playtime-am-14/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241213T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241213T141500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T171752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T192214Z UID:5524-1734089400-1734099300@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:READING CIRCLE DESCRIPTION:READING CIRCLE: Join us for drop-in songs\, rhymes and stories that help build early literacy skills. Snack included. All ages welcome!! Public Library Downtown location. \nFri. PM 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. Sept. 20\, Oct. 18\, Nov. 15 & Dec. 13/24 URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/reading-circle-10/ LOCATION:Public Library Downtown\, 710 Rosser Ave\, Brandon\, Manitoba\, R7A 0K9\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241213T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241213T151500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T171838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T200634Z UID:5612-1734096600-1734102900@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:Friday Drop-in Playtime PM DESCRIPTION:FRIDAY DROP-IN PLAYTIME PM: An opportunity for parents and children to play together in our childcare space. Snack\, crafts\, and story time provided. \nFri. Afternoons 1:30 – 3:15 p.m. Sept. 6-Dec. 20/24 (not Oct. 25) URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/friday-drop-in-playtime-pm-14/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241218T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241218T151500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T171033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T173404Z UID:5456-1734528600-1734534900@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:MINDFUL PARENTING DESCRIPTION:MINDFUL PARENTING: \nDo you need help to be a more patient\, understanding and resilient caregiver? This program explores mindful practices and techniques and how to apply them to our parenting so that we can be better at managing our own emotions\, reactions\, and interactions. \nWed. Afternoons: 1:30 – 3:15 p.m. Dec. 4\, 11\, &18/24 URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/mindful-parenting-3/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Parent Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241218T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241218T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T171525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T185852Z UID:5476-1734537600-1734541200@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:Kids Club DESCRIPTION:KIDS CLUB: FUN! FUN! FUN! Join us for an activity\, games and craft-based program for 7 – 12 year-olds. Snack included. \nWed. Afternoons 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. Sept. 11 & 25\, Oct. 9 & 23\, Nov. 6\, Dec. 4 & 18/24 URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/kids-club-19/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241219T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241219T151500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T170043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T142328Z UID:5356-1734615000-1734621300@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:Managing our Shame/Blame/Anger DESCRIPTION:CALMING CHAOS-PARENTING ROUND-TABLE: Parenting is hard? Sometimes it really challenges us! Join us to connect with other parents to discuss the challenges of parenting. Let’s break it down and figure out how to ensure that our families thrive. \n-Managing our Shame/Blame/Anger: Thurs. PM 1:30-3:15 p.m. Dec. 19 URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/managing-our-shame-blame-anger/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Parent Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241220T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241220T111500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T172203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T195239Z UID:5584-1734687000-1734693300@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:Friday Drop-in Playtime AM DESCRIPTION:FRIDAY DROP-IN PLAYTIME AM: An opportunity for parents and children to play together in our childcare space. Snack\, crafts\, and story time provided. \nFrid. Mornings 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. Sept. 6-Dec. 20/24 (not Oct. 25) URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/friday-drop-in-playtime-am-15/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241220T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241220T151500 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20240819T172244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T200725Z UID:5614-1734701400-1734707700@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:Friday Drop-in Playtime PM DESCRIPTION:FRIDAY DROP-IN PLAYTIME PM: An opportunity for parents and children to play together in our childcare space. Snack\, crafts\, and story time provided. \nFri. Afternoons 1:30 – 3:15 p.m. Sept. 6-Dec. 20/24 (not Oct. 25) URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/friday-drop-in-playtime-pm-15/ LOCATION:Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre\, 255 – 9th Street\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 6X1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family Activities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250515T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250515T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20250218T213018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T182404Z UID:5714-1747297800-1747324800@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:Annual Conference 2025 DESCRIPTION:Registration deadline – Sunday\, May 11th at 8:00pm.\nJoin us for a full day conference at the Clarion Hotel in Brandon led by Dr. Michael Cheng. \nDr. Michael Cheng is a child\, youth and family psychiatrist at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO). He is an Associate Professor at the University of Ottawa. He is the co-founder of a mental health website\, https://www.eMentalHealth.ca\, and a recipient of the Order of Ontario. He is a post-pandemic parent of two\, and has first-hand experience with the modern parenting challenge of keeping our kids off those darned devices. As a child psychiatrist\, his approach focuses on (re)connecting children\, youth and families to people and activities that bring purpose\, belonging\, meaning and hope\, while addressing any (brain) barriers that might be getting in the way. \nJoin us for Growing Up Wired: The Impact of Screens on Childhood \nConference Topic: Screen Time in Children\, Youth and Families: The Good\, The Bad\, the Ugly and What Professionals Can Do About It \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nList the elements for mental wellness\, which include basic needs and higher needs (purpose\, belonging\, meaning and hope)\nList the elements for resiliency;\nDescribe how modern society and screen time (such as video games and social media) can block mental wellness and resiliency in children\, youth and families;\nProvide preventive guidance to families on how to prevent problematic technology use (PTU)\, and have a healthier relationship with technology;\nIdentify problematic technology use (PTU) in children\, youth and families;\nProvide strategies for helping a typical child\, youth and family with problematic technology use (PTU);\nIdentify when there may be other issues (including but not limited to depression\, anxiety\, neurodivergence\, ADHD\, autism spectrum\, sensory processing\, learning differences\, complex trauma\, self-regulation issues\, executive function issues).\nAdapt interventions when faced with other issues (including but not limited to depression\, anxiety\, neurodivergence\, ADHD\, autism spectrum\, sensory processing\, learning differences\, complex trauma\, self-regulation issues and executive function challenges).\n\n  \nPRICING \n\n$275\n\nRegistration is now closed for this event. \n\n\n \n \n Register for the Foundations of Healing & Growth Conference\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n If registering a group\, please list names and email addresses of attendees in provided textbox below.Attendee Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Job TitleDepartmentOrganization*Organization Address* \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n Province\n \n \n Postal Code\n \n \n PhoneEmail*\n \n Dietary restrictionsPayment Method*\n \n \n Pay by credit card\n \n \n \n Pay by cheque (Request Invoice)\n Event Tickets Quantity*\n \n \n Price:\n $ 275.00 CAD\n \n \n Quantity \n Early bird pricing ends April 15\, 2026Total\n \n Event Tickets*Price $275.00 CAD QuantityTotalNames & Emails of All Attendees*If you have not received a confirmation email within 24 hours\, please contact Surien.fourie@gov.mb.ca to check if registration went through.Credit Card URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/ac2025/ LOCATION:Clarion Hotel & Suites\, 3130 Victoria Ave\,\, Brandon\, Manitoba\, R7B 3Y3\, Canada CATEGORIES:General Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T130000 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20250507T171451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T134911Z UID:5748-1748951100-1748955600@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting DESCRIPTION:Our Board of Directors invites you to be our guest at the CFS Western’s 2025 Annual General Meeting. \nWhen:     Tuesday\, June 3rd\nWhere:    Salon 1\, Victoria Inn Hotel & Conference Centre – 3550 Victoria Ave\, Brandon\nTime:      11:45am Registration & Lunch; 12:00pm Meeting \nAGM Program – Includes an Agency presentation and approval of the 2025-2026 Board of Directors \nMembership and Voting Privileges – Any person within the jurisdiction of the Agency\, upon application and payment of a $10 per year or $25 for three years membership fee\, is entitled to membership and voting privileges as approved by the Board of Directors. \nResolution – Any resolution to be presented at the meeting is to be filed in writing with the Chief Executive Officer at least 48 hours before the meeting. \nRSVP deadline: 10:00 AM on May 26th. \nRegistrations are closed for this event. URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/annual-general-meeting/ LOCATION:Victoria Inn Hotel & Conference Centre\, 3550 Victoria Ave\, Brandon\, Manitoba\, R7B 2R4\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T180000 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20260130T170647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T152512Z UID:5886-1777971600-1778004000@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:Milestones Preschool Wellness Fair DESCRIPTION:Milestones Preschool Wellness Fair\nTuesday\, May 5\, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PMKeystone Centre – Upper Concourse | Brandon\, MB \nThe Milestones Preschool Wellness Fair is a free community event for families with 3- and 4-year-old children. This fair is designed to help ensure your child is healthy\, supported\, and ready for kindergarten by bringing essential services together in one convenient location. \nFamilies can access a range of free developmental screenings and supports\, including: \n\nGeneral Development\nPre-Kindergarten Immunizations\nSpeech & Language\nHearing\n\nFree informational displays will be open until 5:00 PM\, offering parents and caregivers helpful resources and guidance to support their child’s growth and development. \nEvery child who attends will receive a free book\, generously provided by Sunset Rotary\, helping build early literacy skills at home. \nParents and caregivers can also: \n\nSpeak with representatives from Service Canada & the Canada Revenue Agency about benefits available to your family\nApply for your child’s Social Insurance Number (SIN)(Please bring your child’s birth certificate\, parent’s SIN card\, and photo ID)\n\nEnjoy door prizes and grand prize draws throughout the day! \nPlease note: Registrations are accepted until 5:00 PM. \nThis is a great opportunity to check in on your child’s development\, ask questions\, and feel confident as you prepare for the transition to kindergarten — all at no cost to your family. \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/milestones-preschool-wellness-fair-2/ LOCATION:MNP Hall\, Keystone Centre\, Brandon\, 1175 18th St Unit 1\, Brandon\, MB\, R7A 7C5\, Canada CATEGORIES:General Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20260114T202700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T132136Z UID:5876-1778747400-1778774400@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:Annual Conference 2026 DESCRIPTION:Foundations of Healing & Growth Conference 2026\nRegistration Deadline: Tuesday\, May 5th at 4:00 PM \nJoin Child & Family Services of Western Manitoba for a full-day professional development conference at the Victoria Inn Hotel in Brandon\, featuring the renowned Dr. Emily Wang. \nMeet Our Speaker: Dr. Emily Wang\nWe are honoured to welcome Dr. Emily Wang\, a nationally and internationally recognized leader in mental health and trauma-informed practice. With over 30 years of experience\, Dr. Wang began her career as a frontline worker at the Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School in Chicago and has dedicated her work to understanding the impact of trauma on development. \nDr. Wang holds a Master of Science in Educational Psychology\, a Master of Arts\, and a PhD in Clinical Psychology. She frequently presents to educators\, clinicians\, caregivers\, Indigenous communities\, and government ministries across Alberta and British Columbia. From 2017–2018\, she led the Ministry of Children’s Services provincial training of the Neurosequential Model (NM) across Alberta.  \nDr. Wang served as Senior Director of Clinical Advancement at Hull Services\, is a Specialist in Infant–Parent Mental Health\, and a Mentor for the Neurosequential Network.  \nConference Topic\nUnderstanding the impact of stress and the value of relationships in child development. An introduction to core concepts and practical application of the Neurosequential Model. \nConference Schedule\n\n8:30am – 9:00am: Registration\n9:00am – 12:00pm: Morning Session\n12:00pm – 1:00pm: Lunch\n1:00pm – 4:00pm: Afternoon Session\n\nPricing\n\n$275\nEarly Bird: $250 ended April 15\, 2026\n\nImportant: If you do not receive a confirmation email within 24 hours of registration\, please contact Surien at Surien.fourie@gov.mb.ca to confirm your registration. \nRegistration is now open for this event. \n\n \n \n Register for the Foundations of Healing & Growth Conference\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n If registering a group\, please list names and email addresses of attendees in provided textbox below.Attendee Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Job TitleDepartmentOrganization*Organization Address* \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n Province\n \n \n Postal Code\n \n \n PhoneEmail*\n \n Dietary restrictionsPayment Method*\n \n \n Pay by credit card\n \n \n \n Pay by cheque (Request Invoice)\n Event Tickets Quantity*\n \n \n Price:\n $ 275.00 CAD\n \n \n Quantity \n Early bird pricing ends April 15\, 2026Total\n \n Event Tickets*Price $275.00 CAD QuantityTotalNames & Emails of All Attendees*If you have not received a confirmation email within 24 hours\, please contact Surien.fourie@gov.mb.ca to check if registration went through.Credit Card URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/annual-conference-2026/ LOCATION:Victoria Inn Hotel & Conference Centre\, 3550 Victoria Ave\, Brandon\, Manitoba\, R7B 2R4\, Canada CATEGORIES:General Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/EventBlog-Template-25.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260602T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260602T130000 DTSTAMP:20260429T115358 CREATED:20260414T164138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T164138Z UID:5923-1780400700-1780405200@cfswestern.mb.ca SUMMARY:2026 Annual General Meeting DESCRIPTION:Our Board of Directors invites you to be our guest at the CFS Western’s 2026 Annual General Meeting. \nWhen:     Tuesday\, June 2nd\nWhere:    Salon 1\, Victoria Inn Hotel & Conference Centre – 3550 Victoria Ave\, Brandon\nTime:      11:45am Registration & Lunch; 12:00pm Meeting \nAGM Program – Includes an Agency presentation and approval of the 2026-2027 Board of Directors \nMembership and Voting Privileges – Any person within the jurisdiction of the Agency\, upon application and payment of a $10 per year or $25 for three years membership fee\, is entitled to membership and voting privileges as approved by the Board of Directors. \nResolution – Any resolution to be presented at the meeting is to be filed in writing with the Chief Executive Officer at least 48 hours before the meeting. \nRSVP deadline: 10:00 AM on May 25th. \nRegistrations are not open yet for this event. URL:https://cfswestern.mb.ca/event/2026-annual-general-meeting/ LOCATION:Victoria Inn Hotel & Conference Centre\, 3550 Victoria Ave\, Brandon\, Manitoba\, R7B 2R4\, Canada END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR