The following is a list of organizations which have programs and services that are useful for parents/guardians of children ages 0 to 6 in Abbotsford.
Abbotsford School District #34
Phone: 604-859-4891 |Visit Website
The Abbotsford School District is committed to providing learners of all ages and abilities with a multitude of innovative programs and educational support. We are guided in what we do by our mission statement: “Preparing and inspiring our students for a lifetime of success through respect, opportunity and innovation”.
StrongStart
For any questions regarding the StrongStart program, please contact your school site or Donna Wright, District Principal of Early Learning at: donna.wright@abbyschools.ca
Phone: 778-880-8554 (Abbotsford Early Years) | Visit Website
StrongStart is a free, drop-in, parent participatory early learning program for preschool-aged children. A qualified early childhood educator leads activities, including stories, music and arts, to help children grow linguistically, emotionally and socially, and become comfortable in a school-like setting. There are 13 StrongStart Centres locations throughout the community.
| ALEXANDER ELEMENTARY, 2250 Lobban Rd. | BLUE JAY ELEMENTARY, 30995 Southern Dr. |
| CLEARBROOK ELEMENTARY, 3614 Clearbrook Rd. | DORMICK PARK ELEMENTARY, 32161 Dormick Ave. |
| Dr. T.A. SWIFT ELEMENTARY, 34800 Mierau Ave. | GODSON ELEMENTARY, 33130 Bevan Rd. |
| HARRY SAYERS ELEMENTARY, 31321 Blueridge Dr. | JACKSON ELEMENTARY, 33165 King Rd. |
| JOHN MACLURE ELEMENTARY, 2990 Oriole Cres. | MARGARET STENERSEN ELEMENTARY, 3060 Old Clayburn Rd. |
| TERRY FOX ELEMENTARY, 3071 Babich St. | TEN BROEK ELEMENTARY, 2580 Stanley St. |
| SWEENEY NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE, | 33355 Bevan Ave (behind Abby. Senior) |
Abby Community School Society (ACSS)
Phone: 604-853-2221 | Visit Website
Abby Community School Society as a non-profit organization is committed to providing and promoting programs that support life-long learning in the Abbotsford Community. As a community school, our goal is to enrich the lives of the people in our surrounding neighbourhoods by offering a wide range of educational, cultural, and recreational opportunities. We offer free and cost-effective classes and special events to ensure that every member of our community has the opportunity to participate in our programs.
Child Care Resource & Referral
Phone: 604-850-7934 | Visit Website
The Child Care Resource & Referral program acts to link families and child care providers within the community by offering quality child care referrals, resources and support to child care providers and parents. Your community's BEST source of child care information and resources.
Fraser Valley Child Development Centre
Phone: 604-852-2686 | Visit Website
The Fraser Valley Child Development Centre, in partnership with parents and community, provides services to children 0-18 years with developmental delays and/or disabilities. With offices in Abbotsford, Mission and Chilliwack, we care for a child's growth and development both on-site and through outreach services which encompass support, consultation and direct therapy through Early Intervention Services for children birth to 5 years, School Age Services for children aged 6-18 years and through Specialized Services developed in response to our community need.
Ministry of Child & Family Development
Phone: 604-870-5880 | Visit Website
The Ministry of Children & Family Development offers a wide range of programs and services to children, youth, parents, families, people with special needs, and those fighting addictions.
United Way BC Lower Mainland & Fraser Valley
Phone 778.757.3404 | Visit Website
United Way has been helping people in the Lower Mainland for more than 80 years. Working with over 150 community partners, we fund over 300 programs each year to create a better future for children, families and seniors.
Archway Community Services
Phone: 604-859-7681 | Visit Website
Archway Community Services provides a wide variety of programs and services including multi-cultural services, programs for young children, seniors and many more.
Family Centre (Archway Community Services)
Phone (604) 859-7681 local 266 | Visit Website
Abbotsford ACCESS - Action-oriented Community Collaborative for Equitable Services & Supports
Phone: 604-853-2281 | Visit Website
Abbotsford ACCESS is an initiative of the City of Abbotsford’s Housing, Homelessness and Community Development team to enhance collaboration between local stakeholders, which include not-for-profit organizations, local government, health care, educational institutions, law enforcement and business.
Abbotsford Public Health Unit
Phone: 604-864-3400 | Visit Website
Public health units provide information on child health, growth, and development, as well as services which include screening, assessment, referrals, immunizations, communicable disease control, and access to resource materials. They also offer prenatal and postnatal services, as well as programs that focus on health promotion.
Abbotsford Child & Youth Committee
Email: cyc@archway.ca | Visit Website
The Abbotsford Child and Youth Committee (ACYC) is a group of community partners, including service providers and family members, that are dedicated to improving the lives of children, youth, and families in Abbotsford. On the Abbotsford Child & Youth Committee website you can find online resources, local programs, services and supports including mental health and substance use resources for children, youth and families in Abbotsford. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive listing of programs available in the community from recreation and social programs to supports for challenging issues including meeting basic needs and mental health.
Child & Youth Mental Health
Phone: 604-870-5880 | Crisis Line: 1-877-820-7444 | Visit Website
The Ministry of Children & Family Development is available for meetings with children and families; they deal with issues such as family conflict, self-esteem, and behavioural programs, provide onsite counselling when necessary, and provide families with resources available or refer parents to proper agencies.
City of Abbotsford –
Parks, Recreation & Culture
Phone: 604-859-3134 | Visit Website
Fraser Valley Regional Library
Abbotsford Community Library: 604-853-1753
Clearbrook Library: 604-859-7814
Mt. Lehman Library: 604-856-4988
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Food Bank
(Archway Community Services)
Phone: 604-859-5749 | Visit Website
In addition to food distribution, in partnership with Archway Community Services and other amazing people, AFB offers our guests free dental care at our on-site clinic, kids’ soccer camps, seasonal fresh produce, special Christmas Hampers, and other exciting programs.
The Salvation Army – The Centre of Hope
Phone: 604-852-9305 | Visit Website
The Salvation Army is an international Christian organization that began its work in Canada in 1882 and has become the largest non-governmental direct provider of social services in the country. The Salvation Army gives hope and support to vulnerable people in 400 communities across Canada and 117 countries around the world.
BC211
Phone: 211 | Visit Website
In partnership with the United Way
Dial 211 for free information about any community, social and government services. 211 is FREE, confidential, multilingual, and available 24/7.
Cerebral Palsy Association of BC
Support Hotline: 604-408-9484 / 1-800-663-0004 | Visit Website
The Cerebral Palsy Association of BC is committed to making a Life Without Limits for people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. We are a UCP affiliate, member of the United Cerebral Palsy organization.
Cerebral Palsy Guide
Email: contact@cerebralpalsyguide.com / Visit Website
National support organization dedicated to educating individuals and families about cerebral palsy. While raising awareness about this movement disorder, the team is also committed to providing informational support for children with CP and their parents and caregivers.
