Oct
16
Thu
Baby Group
Oct 16 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

Note: this fall session is currently full. Please contact our Family Centre staff to be added to the waitlist for the next session. Thank you!


Connection and community for new parents and their babies up to six months old.

This is a free, informal discussion group with guest speakers on baby-related topics. This program runs for 8 weeks.

WHEN
September 25 to October 30, 2025

DAY
Thursdays

TIME
12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION INFO
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
Phone: 250-388-7844, Ext. 312
Email: familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca

🏡
James Bay Community Project is part of the Coalition of Neighbourhood Houses which offer a continuum of supports & services to residents across the capital region. Neighbourhood houses ensure children & youth, individuals, families & seniors are able to access programs within their local neighbourhoods or nearby communities.
FMI about us visit our website: www.jbcp.bc.ca

#babygroup #parentingsupport #babyinfo #babyandmomgroup #babyanddadgroup #parentandbabygroup #communitybuilding #resilience #coalitionofneighbourhoodhousesYYJ #JamesBayYYJ #VictoriaBC Photo by BenMoses M. Image ID: a close-up of a sleeping baby in the arms of an adult. The baby rests its hand on the index finger of the adult who is holding them.

Oct
17
Fri
Playgroup
Oct 17 @ 9:00 am – 11:15 am

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 hereJBCP Family Resource Centre Programs

Questions?

Please contact us at: familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca

Oct
20
Mon
Playgroup
Oct 20 @ 9:00 am – 11:15 am

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 hereJBCP Family Resource Centre Programs

Questions?

Please contact us at: familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca

Oct
21
Tue
Playgroup
Oct 21 @ 9:00 am – 11:15 am

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 hereJBCP Family Resource Centre Programs

Questions?

Please contact us at: familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca

Baby Playgroup
Oct 21 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

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?

Email familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca

Soup & Play
Oct 21 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

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 hereJBCP Family Resource Centre Programs

Questions?

Email familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca

Oct
22
Wed
Playgroup
Oct 22 @ 9:00 am – 11:15 am

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 hereJBCP Family Resource Centre Programs

Questions?

Please contact us at: familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca

Mother Goose
Oct 22 @ 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

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

Oct
23
Thu
Playgroup
Oct 23 @ 9:00 am – 11:15 am

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 hereJBCP Family Resource Centre Programs

Questions?

Please contact us at: familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca

Baby Group
Oct 23 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

Note: this fall session is currently full. Please contact our Family Centre staff to be added to the waitlist for the next session. Thank you!


Connection and community for new parents and their babies up to six months old.

This is a free, informal discussion group with guest speakers on baby-related topics. This program runs for 8 weeks.

WHEN
September 25 to October 30, 2025

DAY
Thursdays

TIME
12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION INFO
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
Phone: 250-388-7844, Ext. 312
Email: familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca

🏡
James Bay Community Project is part of the Coalition of Neighbourhood Houses which offer a continuum of supports & services to residents across the capital region. Neighbourhood houses ensure children & youth, individuals, families & seniors are able to access programs within their local neighbourhoods or nearby communities.
FMI about us visit our website: www.jbcp.bc.ca

#babygroup #parentingsupport #babyinfo #babyandmomgroup #babyanddadgroup #parentandbabygroup #communitybuilding #resilience #coalitionofneighbourhoodhousesYYJ #JamesBayYYJ #VictoriaBC Photo by BenMoses M. Image ID: a close-up of a sleeping baby in the arms of an adult. The baby rests its hand on the index finger of the adult who is holding them.