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Family Programs with Purpose

Parenting groups for residents of New Westminster & Burnaby, for parents and their children birth- 5

Purpose Family Programs explore the rich variety of cultures and experiences of families in your community in fun, interactive groups for parents/caregivers and children from birth to 5 years of age. Enjoy stories, songs, and games with other parents and children. We offer several family programs during the week; Pitter Patter, FLY, EME (English Made Easy), Family Circle and Teeter Tots.

01/15/2026

01/13/2026

The Purpose Society Family Program January calendar has been updated - see image for details.

01/13/2026

📌 Registration opens January 13th! Join us for the 2026 Decoda Literacy Conference, April 16-17, 2026 at the Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport, Richmond, BC. It's a dynamic two-day gathering that brings together BC’s vibrant literacy community.

🌉 Our conference theme is “Literacy: Bridging the Gaps.”

This is your opportunity to:
✅connect with the provincial literacy network and others across Canada
✅ collaborate with leaders in adult education and community programs
✅ discover practical tools and ideas to support inclusive and lifelong learning
✅ inspire and be inspired by those leading the way

Whether you work in a community-based literacy program, contribute to policy or research, or support learners in your organization—this conference is for you.

👉 Get all the details, keynote speakers and conference program at https://decoda.ca/training/decoda-conference/

12/03/2025

🎉Get Ready for Family Literacy Week in BC – January 25– February 1, 2026! 🍎👩‍🍳🥘We’re excited to share the Family Literacy Week theme: “Make mealtime family learning time”!

🧡 This January, join us for fun and meaningful activities that bring families closer during mealtime.

👉 Here’s what we’ve got in store:

📚 Resources for All Ages: Backgrounders and Activity Sheets tailored by age group
🎨 Contest: How do you make mealtime family learning time?
🏡 Community Events: Join the celebrations in your area
📱 Social Media Campaign Kit: Spread the word and inspire others

🔗 Download all the materials now and get ready to make this Family Literacy Week unforgettable: https://decoda.ca/get-involved/family-literacy-week/

👉 Find more “Make mealtime family learning time” resources celebrating Family Literacy Day on January 27 from ABC Life Literacy Canada: abclifeliteracy.ca/programs/family-literacy-day/

12/03/2025

Thank you for your support of the Lower Mainland Purpose Society

11/17/2025

📖 Have you flipped through the Winter Break Brochure yet? You'll find plenty of activities to keep everyone busying, including registered programs like day camps, and craft classes for children and preschoolers.
Pick up a copy at a recreation facility near your, or view it online:

https://t.ly/zClAe

11/05/2025

Happy November, time for sweaters, hot chocolate, and leaf jumping! Accepting registrations for fall programming mail@purposesociety.org

10/09/2025

Our Family Programs at our 6th Street office has a lot of activities this month - check out the latest calendar!

09/16/2025

Crianza con Purpose

09/16/2025

September has arrived… fun fall programming with the Lower Mainland Purpose Society.

09/16/2025

😊 How can you support literacy in style and comfort? 🧦 Stock up on ‘Socks for Literacy!’ for Literacy Month! 💜 Thanks to Blue Sky Clothing , $1 from every pair of socks sold goes to local literacy programs.
🥳 The Socks for Literacy campaign is celebrating its 10th anniversary! 🎉
To date Blue Sky Clothing Co. has contributed more than $90,000 to literacy in BC! Thank you Blue Sky!

👉 Buy socks for literacy at Blue Sky Clothing locations or online at: https://blueskyclothingco.com/collections/decoda-socks?bg_ref=yXhuQupJVs

✨ Many organizations across BC also sell Socks for Literacy as a fundraiser!

Address

422 Sixth Street
New Westminster, BC

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Website

http://www.purposesociety.org/

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Our Story

The Purpose Society offers over 16 programs that provide a continuum of services to children, youth and families. They range from family development and therapy to Early Childhood education and groups. There’s a program for you and your family, that enables you to find support within the community.

Purpose Family Programs offers fun, interactive groups for parents/caregivers and children from birth to 5 years of age. Enjoy stories, songs, and games with other parents and children.

We offer several family programs during the week:

Pitter Patter Circle Time (Ages birth-36 months)

This program focuses on parent and child interaction decreasing social isolation and increasing community connection. The group runs 3 times a year, each one lasting for 12 weeks. For pregnant women and families with children under 36 months and their caregivers. This service is for residents living in New Westminster and Burnaby.

Family Circle (Ages 3-5)

Explore the rich variety of cultures and experiences of families in your community in this fun, interactive group for parents/caregivers and children from 3 to 5 years of age. Enjoy stories, songs, and games with other parents and children. Open to all residents of Burnaby and New Westminster. This group is funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada.

English Made Easy (E.M.E.) (Ages birth-6 years)

This group is a great opportunity for parents, grandparents and children to learn English, make friends, enjoy great food and learn about other cultures. The adults participate in an interactive and practical English lessons while the children learn language through fun crafts, colouring projects, songs and play. During each session, everyone shares a healthy snack together.

Fun Learning and You (F.L.Y.) (Ages 18 months-5years)

This group is offered to parents, grandparents and caregivers of children between 18 months and five years of age. The group offers parental information and topics to the adults in attendance, while the children have an opportunity for early learning and play in a warm, welcoming environment. This service is for residents living in New Westminster. This service is for residents living in New Westminster who are new to the English language.

Sensory Physical Literacy Arts Safety and Health (SPLASH) (Ages 2.5 - 5 years)

Early childhood exploration in a natural setting; exploring the parks of New Westminster. Encourages children to connect with nature by using sight, smell, sound and touch while exploring the ecosystem that surrounds them. Physical Literacy activities and games are incorporated into programming.

Nobody’s Perfect Parenting Program

Free parenting program for parents with children aged 0-5yrs. This six week program is offered by trained Nobody’s Perfect facilitators and child-minding is available. Meet other parents, Share questions or concerns, Learn about child development, Talk about real-life parenting experiences, Work together and Discover ways of positive parenting.

Please contact us for more info!