Events


Child Care/Transportation


Child care is available for in-person daytime programs. Transportation within Brandon, for daytime in-person programs is also available for those who require it. Our vans are equipped with child car seats to ensure your child’s safety while transporting. Child care is NOT usually available in the evenings. If you are unable to attend without child care, please mention this and arrangements MAY be possible.


  • HOLLY JOLLY HOOPLA

    Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre 255 – 9th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada

    Parents and children (2-5 years old) will come and create exciting holiday crafts, movement, and songs. We will be concentrating on experiencing the Holiday season through our senses. We will learn about textures, colours and smells (cinnamon, pine…) that make this part of the year so special. We will end with a yummy snack. Wednesday […]

  • HANDLE WITH CARE

    Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre 255 – 9th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada

    Parents of children ages 0-6 years are welcome to join us for a program about promoting the mental health of children. This program celebrates parents, teaches problem solving, promotes and enhances self-esteem and focuses on building trusting relationships. Thursday Afternoons: 1:30 – 3:15 p.m. Nov. 9 – December 14/2023

  • FRIDAY DROP-IN PLAYTIME: MORNING

    Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre 255 – 9th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada

    An opportunity for parents and children to play together in our childcare space. Snack, crafts, and story time provided.   Friday Mornings 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. Sept. 8 – December 15/2023

  • FRIDAY DROP-IN PLAYTIME: AFTERNOON

    Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre 255 – 9th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada

    An opportunity for parents and children to play together in our childcare space. Snack, crafts, and story time provided. Friday Mornings 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. Sept. 8 – December 15/2023 Friday Afternoons 1:30 – 3:15 p.m. Sept. 8 – December 15/2023

  • MEET UP MONDAYS (PARENTS WITH TEENS)

    Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre 255 – 9th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada

    Are you a parent of a teenager who would like to share and connect with other parents of teens? Join us monthly in a safe and supportive space to share strategies that help strengthen the parent-teen relationship. Monday Evenings, 6:00 - 8:00pm - Oct. 16, Nov. 20 and Dec. 11/23

  • KEYS TO ATTACHMENT

    Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre 255 – 9th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada

    Parents, come join us for 4 weeks to discuss keys to building a healthy and secure attachment. We will focus on the importance of providing comfort, consistency, attunement, and self-care, and discuss why these keys are essential for a trusting, healthy, relationship with your child. Tuesday Afternoons: 1:30 – 3:15 p.m. Nov. 21 – December […]

  • CURIOUS CRAWLERS

    Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre 255 – 9th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada

    (Ages 7 months – 24 months) Finding activities for babies can be tricky. Come join us for a morning of fun through movement, sensory activities, and crafts to do with your child. Limited child care and transportation provided. Wednesday Morning: 10:00 – 11:15 a.m. December 13/2023  

  • Parent Talk

    Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre 255 – 9th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada

    A time of peer support for parents with children who have learning difficulties or extra challenges. Meetings are once a month in the evenings from 6:30-8:30pm. This session is in partnership with the Learning Disabilities Association of Manitoba.

  • HANDLE WITH CARE

    Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre 255 – 9th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada

    Parents of children ages 0-6 years are welcome to join us for a program about promoting the mental health of children. This program celebrates parents, teaches problem solving, promotes and enhances self-esteem and focuses on building trusting relationships. Thursday Afternoons: 1:30 – 3:15 p.m. Nov. 9 – December 14/2023

  • FRIDAY DROP-IN PLAYTIME: MORNING

    Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre 255 – 9th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada

    An opportunity for parents and children to play together in our childcare space. Snack, crafts, and story time provided.   Friday Mornings 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. Sept. 8 – December 15/2023

  • FRIDAY DROP-IN PLAYTIME: AFTERNOON

    Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre 255 – 9th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada

    An opportunity for parents and children to play together in our childcare space. Snack, crafts, and story time provided. Friday Mornings 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. Sept. 8 – December 15/2023 Friday Afternoons 1:30 – 3:15 p.m. Sept. 8 – December 15/2023

  • Money Matters

    Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre 255 – 9th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada

    HEALTHY FAMILIES COMMUNITY MATTERS: Are you confused about what resources and supports are available in our community? Come learn tips and get practical support. Join us for Money Matters Thursday Afternoon from 1:30pm to 3:15 pm on January 4, 2024.