For families with children from birth – 5 years.
- Please assess your child and yourself for symptoms of common cold, influenza, or Covid-19. If you, or your child has symptoms, please stay at home until you all feel better. Thank you for continuing to safeguard the health of everyone in our community.
- Due to safety and group space restrictions, we are not able to accommodate daycare providers. Please note that the limit is one child besides your own child(ren).
Registration Info
- Parents MUST register in advance to attend. Sorry, no drop-ins.
- Families can register for up to two playgroups per week per family. You can book up to 14 days in advance.
- Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
- Closed on stat holidays or as noted otherwise (see dates above).
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Register here: JBCP Family Resource Centre Programs
Questions?
Please contact us at: familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca
Anyone with macular degeneration or vision problems is welcome to attend this on-going group. Registration required.
When: third Thursday of every month.
Time: 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Cost: by donation
For more info or to register, please contact our Front Desk:
Phone: 250-388-7844, Ext. 0
Email: askus@jbcp.bc.ca

For families with children from birth – 5 years.
- Please assess your child and yourself for symptoms of common cold, influenza, or Covid-19. If you, or your child has symptoms, please stay at home until you all feel better. Thank you for continuing to safeguard the health of everyone in our community.
- Due to safety and group space restrictions, we are not able to accommodate daycare providers. Please note that the limit is one child besides your own child(ren).
Registration Info
- Parents MUST register in advance to attend. Sorry, no drop-ins.
- Families can register for up to two playgroups per week per family. You can book up to 14 days in advance.
- Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
- Closed on stat holidays or as noted otherwise (see dates above).
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Register here: JBCP Family Resource Centre Programs
Questions?
Please contact us at: familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca
This event features exclusive shopping deals, entertainment, light refreshments, and the chance to win one of five $1,000 shopping sprees. Every ticket purchased through the James Bay
Community Project will help us continue providing vital support and services that build resilient children, youth, and families in our community.
Tickets
Night of Lights tickets are just $5 each for attendees ages 3 and up. Tickets will only be available in advance – they will not sold at the door on the day of the event. To purchase your tickets in support of JBCP, visit one of two locations:
- 547 Michigan Street
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (closed weekends and statutory holidays)*
*our reception desk is closed for lunch between 12-12:30 p.m.
- #11- 435 Simcoe Street
- Located inside James Bay Square Mall – entrance is in the nook, just past the Thrifty Foods gardening section.
- Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.*
*Sales end on November 22 at 3 p.m.
Payment options 💵
We do not have a POS (point-of-sale) machine so payment options are:
- cash (exact amount preferred)
- e-transfer: in the memo section, please include [1] your full name, [2] contact info (email and/or phone number) and [3] the words Night of Lights to “accounts@jbcp.bc.ca”.
- Transactions are almost always instantaneous but can take up to a half hour. If you choose to pay on-site/during our operating hours, please give yourself adequate time for this payment process.
- You may also send your e-transfer at any time and come in for your purchase the next business day/during operating hours – please bring your transaction confirmation email with you as proof of payment. Thanks!
Questions?

For families with children from birth – 5 years.
- Please assess your child and yourself for symptoms of common cold, influenza, or Covid-19. If you, or your child has symptoms, please stay at home until you all feel better. Thank you for continuing to safeguard the health of everyone in our community.
- Due to safety and group space restrictions, we are not able to accommodate daycare providers. Please note that the limit is one child besides your own child(ren).
Registration Info
- Parents MUST register in advance to attend. Sorry, no drop-ins.
- Families can register for up to two playgroups per week per family. You can book up to 14 days in advance.
- Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
- Closed on stat holidays or as noted otherwise (see dates above).
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Register here: JBCP Family Resource Centre Programs
Questions?
Please contact us at: familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca
For families with children from birth – 5 years.
- Please assess your child and yourself for symptoms of common cold, influenza, or Covid-19. If you, or your child has symptoms, please stay at home until you all feel better. Thank you for continuing to safeguard the health of everyone in our community.
- Due to safety and group space restrictions, we are not able to accommodate daycare providers. Please note that the limit is one child besides your own child(ren).
Registration Info
- Parents MUST register in advance to attend. Sorry, no drop-ins.
- Families can register for up to two playgroups per week per family. You can book up to 14 days in advance.
- Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
- Closed on stat holidays or as noted otherwise (see dates above).
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Register here: JBCP Family Resource Centre Programs
Questions?
Please contact us at: familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca
For families with babies up to 15 months.
- This playgroup is an opportunity to play and connect in a relaxed social setting.
- Due to safety and group space restrictions, we are not able to accommodate daycare providers. Please note that the limit is one child besides your own child(ren). Thank you.
- Please assess your child and yourself for symptoms of common cold, influenza, or Covid-19. If you, or your child has symptoms, please stay at home until you all feel better. Thank you for continuing to safeguard the health of everyone in our community.
Registration Info
- Parents MUST register in advance to attend. (Sorry, no drop-ins.)
- Families can register for up to two playgroups per week per family. You can book up to 14 days in advance.
- Tuesdays from 12:30-2:00 p.m.
- Closed stat holidays or as noted otherwise (see dates above).
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Register here: JBCP Family Resource Centre Programs
Questions?
Open to all families in the neighbourhood with children up to 12 years of age.
- Enjoy some soup and an opportunity to play and connect with other families. New families always welcome!
- Due to safety and group space restrictions, we are not able to accommodate daycare providers. Please note that the limit is one child besides your own child(ren). Thank you.
- Please assess your child and yourself for symptoms of common cold, influenza, or Covid-19. If you, or your child has symptoms, please stay at home until you all feel better. Thank you for continuing to safeguard the health of everyone in our community.
Registration Info
- Parents MUST register in advance to attend. Sorry, no drop-ins.
- Families can register for up to two playgroups per week per family. You can book up to 14 days in advance.
- Tuesdays from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (unless noted otherwise).
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Register here: JBCP Family Resource Centre Programs
Questions?
Email familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca

For families with children from birth – 5 years.
- Please assess your child and yourself for symptoms of common cold, influenza, or Covid-19. If you, or your child has symptoms, please stay at home until you all feel better. Thank you for continuing to safeguard the health of everyone in our community.
- Due to safety and group space restrictions, we are not able to accommodate daycare providers. Please note that the limit is one child besides your own child(ren).
Registration Info
- Parents MUST register in advance to attend. Sorry, no drop-ins.
- Families can register for up to two playgroups per week per family. You can book up to 14 days in advance.
- Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
- Closed on stat holidays or as noted otherwise (see dates above).
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Register here: JBCP Family Resource Centre Programs
Questions?
Please contact us at: familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca
Note: this fall session is currently full. Please get in touch with our Family Centre staff to be added to the waitlist for the next session. Contact info is below. Thank you!
For new parents with babies from birth to 12 months. Come and learn some songs, rhymes, and finger plays to play with your baby. A healthy snack is served for parents and babies.
WHEN
September 24 to November 26, 2025
DAY
Wednesdays
TIME
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION INFO
Free but parents must register to attend – sorry, no drop-ins.
Please contact our Family Resource Centre staff directly to register or if you have any questions at all. Thank you!
CONTACT INFO
Nancy Smith, Family Centre Coordinator
Phone: 250-388-7844, Ext. 313
Email: nsmith@jbcp.bc.ca