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Island Parent Magazine @IslandParent

Island Parent Magazine has been a trusted resource for Vancouver Island parents for over 30 years. Parents rely on us for advice to help in their daily lives.

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Teens crave and seek risks. It helps them to develop and grow. We often think of risk-taking as dangerous, but taking risks is not always negative. ow.ly/HaUn50TU8bn
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Here’s a look at some of the surprising ways creativity can present itself in children and how we can encourage it to flourish. ow.ly/pnq250TQpZe
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Get set for fall! Our latest issue is out now! islandparent.ca/
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In the evolving world of sport and physical activity, the Long-Term Development in Sport and Physical Activity (LTD) framework developed by Sport for Life represents a strategic approach designed to foster lifelong engagement in sport and physical activity islandparent.ca/5-key-benefi…
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Who are Your Family Favourites? Nominate them and WIN! islandparent.ca/
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From June to September, Parks Canada’s heritage interpreters offer programs filled with captivating facts that will spark your family’s imagination and role-playing games for weeks to follow. islandparent.ca/a-journey-th…
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Nominate your family's favourites and WIN!! ow.ly/wIoI50T99Hu
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As fun as it is, being around water can also pose a safety risk. We want you and your kids to be able to enjoy the water without worry, so here are some important water safety tips. ow.ly/gJZv50SLOtx
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CONTEST ALERT! WIN season passes for the family to Wild Play! ow.ly/hv1150SlXYx
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EXPLORE our awesome island! Learn some great tips and tricks in our latest issue. ow.ly/fcZG50SkpfA
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Are you looking for places to explore with your family this summer? Check out our recent article with @mamapapabubba, where she shares her favourite spots to visit on road trips in her @toyotapacific RAV4 Hybrid. ow.ly/6SFV50ShwO4
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It was nice to be surrounded by people at the same stage of life, saying things that made so much sense to me but didn’t resonate with my own immediate circle. ow.ly/6q4q50RRU8v

Baby Group Nostalgia - Island Parent

A sentimental reflection on the unique friendships formed in early parenting groups.

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Here are ten key strategies to help nurture your child’s self-confidence and empower them to thrive in all aspects of their development. ow.ly/HmKT50RRTr5

10 Ways to Cultivate Confidence in Your Child

Help your child thrive with tips for boosting confidence, resilience, and self-worth every day.

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Celebrating Volunteers in the Capital Regional District: • Embracing Diversity in Volunteerism • Q&A with the Volunteer Victoria Board of Directors • Encourage Your Kids to Be HIP! • Repairing More than Broken Items islandparent.ca/volunteer-ma…

Volunteer Matters Spring 2024 - islandparent

Celebrating Volunteers in the Capital Regional District: • Embracing Diversity in Volunteerism • Q&A with the Volunteer Victoria Board of Directors • Encourage Your Kids to Be HIP! • Repairing More...

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So often, we act in the same ways as the adults we’ve witnessed in our own childhood, and these patterns can interfere with our ability to embody the qualities that a healthy partnership requires when co-parenting. ow.ly/EkZS50RoHbr

8 Tips for Co-Parenting Effectively - Island Parent

Strengthen your co-parenting relationship with strategies that put your child’s needs first.

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Spring into action with our latest issue! ow.ly/OXtO50RcL3Z
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Your 2024 Family Resource Guide is HERE!! ow.ly/9ZWv50R3O8i

Family Resource Guide 2024 - islandparent

Vancouver Island’s Parenting Resource for 36 Years: • Family Support • Classes & Programs • Education • Health & Wellness • New Parent Resources • Family Fun & Entertainment • Overnight Camps •...

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Insects are the heavy lifters in the pollination of one of every three bites of our food. They are a direct food source themselves for around two billion humans also. So, how do they survive the winter? ow.ly/e3QR50QOeGU

Where Do Bugs Go in Winter? - Island Parent

Discover what happens to bugs in the cold — and how to explore insect science with kids.

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Happy Family Day! Let us know what you're up to today in the comments. #islandparent #bcparents #familyday #bcfamilyday #bcfamilies #islandfamilies #vancouverisland #yyjfamilies #nanaimofamilies #cowichanfamilies #comoxvalleyfamilies
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We wish you a fantastic FAMILY DAY!! Let us know what you're up to today in the comments. #familyday #familydaybc #bcfamilyday #bcfamilies #familytime
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