As parents, we all want our children to have the best chances for success. In an ever-changing world and educational landscape, it can be hard to know what to prioritize before they enter their schooling years. Yes, all kids need to know the basics- numbers, the alphabet, and their name-
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Don’t let the hot weather keep you indoors- head to one of the incredible splash pads and spray parks around Metro Vancouver! Don’t forget the sunscreen, a towel and a change of clothes! If we have somehow missed a water park from this list, please send us an email (vancouver@familyfuncanada.com)
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Splashing the summer away in an outdoor pool should be a part of every kids’ summer.  Some of the cities across Metro Vancouver offer FREE swimming at their outdoor pools, and some offer discounted rates ($2). Most require advance registration, so be sure to check each city site to see
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Starting a new school year involves more than buying school supplies and updating wardrobes; it’s also a carefully choreographed dance of dates. If you have one child in the school system, you may be able to keep track of start and end dates, holidays, and Pro-D days, but add extracurricular
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Weeknights are busy and sometimes, it’s nice to be able to eat at a restaurant as a family without spending a fortune. As we all know, the cost of food has skyrocketed in the last few years, and when the cost of food is so high, everyone feels the pinch,
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Shopping for kids’ clothes can be expensive, and many families are looking for ways to live more sustainably with their clothing choices. Hand-me-downs were the gold standard when I was a child, and my kids have been fortunate enough to grow up with bags of hand-me-downs from friends and family.
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Need an idea for an indoor play place? We’ve got you covered! Kids have a crazy amount of energy. That energy doesn’t disappear just because the skies have opened and the rain is gushing down. Let the kids have a great time playing & get those sillies worked out at
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FlyOver Canada is a breathtaking, all-ages ride that shows you Canada (and other locations) like you’ve never seen it before.  You will take off into a huge domed screen with the latest in projection and ride technology, creating a true flying experience. High-tech special effects and a captivating original soundtrack
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Did you know that many famous scholars credit performing arts, specifically acting, with their success later in life?  Gateway Academy offers something for the extroverts and introverts in your life. Whether your child has been singing and dancing around the house since they could walk or is terrified to step
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You know summer has arrived when the berry fields around Metro Vancouver open. You can take your kids out to the berry patches, teach them about how fruit ends up on our table, get them to help pick the berries (inevitably they will add both over and under-ripe berries into
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