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| Adult Upgrading |
604-792-1325 |
| School District 33 |
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| Individual secondary school courses for adults who wish to complete, upgrade or enhance their education. |
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| Adult/Continuing Education |
604-792-9277 |
| School District 33 |
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| Call for advice on basic education options for adults and young adults. |
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| CALL Chilliwack |
604-792-0025 ext 2434 ext 1 |
| Chilliwack Learning Community Society |
marcib@chilliwacklearning.com |
| Free volunteer tutors available to help adults improve their reading, writing, math or computer skills. |
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Volunteer as a tutor! |
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| Chilliwack Library Book Club |
604-792-1941 ext.233 |
| Chilliwack Library |
jennifer.douglas@fvrl.bc.ca |
| The Chilliwack Library Book Club meets on the fourth Wednesday of every month. Join Librarian Jennifer Douglas for lively discussions of selected titles. Chosen books change monthly with copies provided by the library. New members are welcome to join at any time! |
| Free of charge |
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| 45860 First Ave. |
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| Chilliwack Library Book Club |
604-792-1941 ext.233 |
| Chilliwack Library |
jennifer.douglas@fvrl.bc.ca |
| Free of charge, meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month. New members are always welcome. Participants enjoy an hour and a half of lively discussion and debate based on fiction titles available to the group one month prior to each meeting. |
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| 45860 First Ave. |
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| Conversation Circle |
604-792-0025 ext 2434 |
| Chilliwack Learning Community Society |
marcib@chilliwacklearning.com |
| Free English practice for immigrant adults on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. This program runs until Nov 29. |
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Volunteer as a tutor! |
| Cheam Leisure Centre, Garrison Crossing |
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| Conversation Circles |
604-792-1941 |
| Chilliwack Library |
gwyneth.jones@fvrl.bc.ca |
| Mondays, 7:00-8:30pm. Are you an adult wanting to learn and practice speaking English? Would you like to meet new friends in the community? Join our conversation circle. For more information contact the Chilliwack Library at 604-792-1941. Chilliwack Library is hosting this program in partnership with Chilliwack Community Services. |
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| 45860 First Ave. |
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| Conversation Circles |
604-792-1941 loc. 232 |
| Chilliwack Library |
natalie.fouquette@fvrl.bc.ca |
| Mondays, 7:00-8:30pm. Are you an adult wanting to learn and practice speaking English? Do you want to meet new friends in the community? Chilliwack Library in partnership with Chilliwack Community Services is hosting a free Conversation Circle. For more information, contact the library. |
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| 45860 First Ave. |
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| Education Centre |
604-792-9277 |
| School District 33 |
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| Self-paced school curriculum for 15-40 year olds from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. in small classes. |
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| Futures Corrections Education |
604-792-9277 |
| School District 33 |
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| Educational opportunities for adults who are incarcerated at Ford Mountain Correctional Centre. |
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| 8855 Elm Drive |
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| Futures Education Centre |
604-792-9277 |
| School District 33 |
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| Innovative alternative education looks at each student's needs & goals & work with them to provide individualized plans. Choice of programs, hours and locations to suit. |
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| 8855 Elm Drive |
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| Literacy Outreach Coordinator |
604-792-0025 ext. 2434 opt 2 |
| Chilliwack Learning Community Society |
debbied@chilliwacklearning.com |
| Supporting literacy services and planning in your community. |
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| Parent Outreach & Drop-in Centre |
604-792-2760 |
| Ann Davis Transition Society |
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| Educational upgrading for marginalized women (mothers) with history of abuse provided in-home or at drop-in centre. |
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| 9475 Williams Street |
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| Upgrading and University Preparation |
604-795-2807 |
| University of the Fraser Valley |
ruth.vandenbor@ufv.ca |
| Course offerings:Fundamental (Basic Literacy), Intermediate (grade 10), Advanced (grade 11) and Provincial (grade 12) level English. Fundamental, Intermediate, and Advanced level mathematicsFundamental and Intermediate level computer instructionAdvanced level BiologyProvincial level First Nations Studies (grade 12)Earn the BC Adult Graduation Diploma (Adult Dogwood) or upgrade to write the GED exams. |
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| 45635 Yale Road |
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| Yarrow Book Club |
604-823-4664 |
| Fraser Valley Regional Library |
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| Join library staff on the third Thursday of each month for a lively discussion of selected book club titles. New members are welcome. |
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| 4670 Community Street |
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| All Aboard for Kindergarten |
604-792-1941 |
| Chilliwack Library |
gwyneth.jones@fvrl.bc.ca |
| Don’t miss the reading train! FVRL invites all kindergartners to come explore their local library by joining the All Aboard for Kindergarten program. This innovative literacy program, now in its fifth year, is designed to introduce kindergarten students to their local library. All Aboard for Kindergarten is delivered through a partnership between FVRL and nine Fraser Valley school districts. Beginning at the end of September, participating schools will distribute packages to kindergartners. Each child’s package will include a special Literacy Train foldout poster with a checklist of 100 Books to Read in Kindergarten, literacy information for families and an invitation for the child to get an FVRL card.Kindergartners who visit any of FVRL’s 24 locations with their invitation will receive a new library card and a special lanyard for their card. As they visit their library throughout the year, they are encouraged to borrow books and enter prize draws. |
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| 45860 First Ave. |
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| Babytime |
604-792-1941 |
| Chilliwack Library |
gwyneth.jones@fvrl.bc.ca |
| (newborns to 12 months)Thursdays, Sep 19-Oct 27, 10:30–11 amA unique 30-minute program for babies that introduces them and their parents/caregivers to the world of children’s literature. Registration required. |
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| 45860 First Ave. |
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| Babytime |
604-792-1941 |
| Chilliwack Library |
gwyneth.jones@fvrl.bc.ca |
| Thursday, Mar 29th - Thursday, Apr 26th10:30am-11:00amStorytime for babies is an infant-focused introduction to children's stories, songs, rhymes and rhythm, designed especially for babies (newborn to one year old) and their caregivers. |
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| 45860 First Ave. |
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| Central Gateway for Families |
604-792-4267 |
| Chilliwack Community Services |
ccsinfo@comserv.bc.ca |
| A family learning centre that provides literacy programs for parents and their children. |
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| 45938 Wellington Ave. |
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| Families in Motion |
604-792-4267 |
| Chilliwack Community Services |
ccsinfo@comserv.bc.ca |
| A family literacy program with basic education, pre-employment and computer skills for parents. Preschool for ages 3 and 4 to build emerging literacy skills. Parent-and-Child Together Learning Time. |
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| 45938 Wellington Ave. |
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| Family Literacy |
604-792-1941 ext.231 |
| Fraser Valley Regional Library |
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| Various programs including storytime, booktalks, author visits, and outreach. For families with children from infancy to grade 5. |
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| 45860 First Avenue |
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| Family Places |
604-792-4267 |
| Chilliwack Community Services |
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| Family resource centre serves parents and caregivers with children from birth to age 6. |
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| 45938 Wellington Ave. |
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| Family Story Time |
604-792-1941 |
| Chilliwack Library |
gwyneth.jones@fvrl.bc.ca |
| Tuesday, Jan 24th - Thursday, Feb 23rdTuesday, Mar 27th - Wednesday, Apr 25th10:30am-11:00amEnjoy a half hour of stories, songs, finger plays and flannel tales: storytime fun for the whole family! |
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| 45860 First Ave. |
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| 24) |
| Family Story Time |
604-792-1941 |
| Chilliwack Library |
gwyneth.jones@fvrl.bc.ca |
| Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Mar 27th - Apr 25th, 10:30–11 Drop in for a half-hour interactive program of stories, songs, rhymes, felt stories and puppets. This program is suitable for ages 2 to 5, but younger siblings are welcome. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate. |
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| 45860 First Ave. |
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| Pyjama Storytime |
604-792-1941 |
| Chilliwack Library |
gwyneth.jones@fvrl.bc.ca |
| Tuesdays, Sep 27–Oct 18 and Nov 1–22, 7–7:30 pmWear your pyjamas and snuggle your favourite stuffy while listening to stories. Kids can make an easy craft at the end of the evening. |
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| 45860 First Ave. |
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| Pyjama Storytime |
604-792-1941 |
| Chilliwack Library |
gwyneth.jones@fvrl.bc.ca |
| Tuesday, Mar 27th - Tuesday, Apr 24th7:00pm-7:30pmWear your pyjamas and snuggle your favourite stuffy while listening to stories at the library. |
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| 45860 First Ave. |
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| Read to Me |
604-792-1941 |
| Kiwanis Club |
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| Volunteers read to children in schools. |
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| Reading Link Challenge |
604-792-1941 |
| Chilliwack Library |
gwyneth.jones@fvrl.bc.ca |
| This is the ultimate “battle of the books.” Reading Link Challenge is a reading program for students in grades 4 and 5 that promotes the “sport of reading.” Using elements of a classic reading program, kids are encouraged to participate in a group activity, to read for retention and to participate in a public library activity that promotes the love of reading.This program is presented in collaboration with 13 different school districts. In teams of seven, kids read and become familiar with a set of six selected books. At the first challenge level, teams within a school compete with each other answering questions on characters, plots and settings. The winning team at each school goes on to the Grand Challenge level at the public library. The winners of the Grand Challenge move on to the Global Videoconference Challenge level, where they compete against winners from the Seattle, Washington region for the International Reading Plaque. Please visit www.fvrl.ca beginning in September for more information. |
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| 45860 First Ave. |
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| Sport of Spelling |
604-792-1941 |
| Chilliwack Library |
gwyneth.jones@fvrl.bc.ca |
| Win instant fame and fabulous prizes as a champion in the Sport of Spelling! Spelling enthusiasts who are currently in grades 6 or 7 are invited to showcase their spelling skills by competing in FVRL’s Sport of Spelling. Your library will begin accepting registrations September 19 for nine spelling bees that will be held throughout October and November at various FVRL locations.The top three spellers from each bee will receive medals and advance to the Grand Championship at the Clearbrook Library on November 26, 2011. They will compete for spelling supremacy and fabulous prizes, including a $100 Chapters gift card. Early registration is recommended as space is limited to a maximum of 25 competitors per bee. Visit any of the participating branches to register and receive your bee instructions. The goal of the Sport of Spelling is to engage young people in positive competition while having fun. For more information please visit www.fvrl.ca or any of the participating libraries, which include: Clearbrook, Chilliwack, Ladner Pioneer, City of Langley, George Mackie, Mission, Murrayville, South Delta and Walnut Grove. |
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| 45860 First Ave. |
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| Story Times |
604-792-1941 |
| Fraser Valley Regional Library |
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| Drop in for a half-hour interactive program of stories, songs, rhymes, felt stories and puppets. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate. |
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| 45860 First Avenue |
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| Story Times |
604-823-4664 |
| Fraser Valley Regional Library |
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| Drop in for a half-hour interactive program of stories, songs, rhymes, felt stories and puppets. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate. |
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| Yarrow Library: 4670 Community Street |
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| StrongStart - Bernard Elementary |
604-795-7840 |
| School District 33 |
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| Play-based early learning for preschool children (attending with families/caregivers), with certified educators. Free, healthy snack. Drop-in or continuous attendance. |
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| 45465 Bernard Ave. |
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| StrongStart - Cultus Lake Elementary |
604-858-6266 |
| School District 33 |
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| Tues and Thurs 8:15 - 11:15.Play-based early learning for preschool children (attending with families/caregivers), with certified educators. Free, healthy snack. Drop-in or continuous attendance. |
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| 71 Sunnyside Ave |
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| StrongStart - Little Mountain Elementary |
604-792-7023 |
| School District 33 |
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| Mon/Wed/Fri. 8:30 - 11:30; Tues/Th 12:00 - 3:00.Play-based early learning for preschool children (attending with families/caregivers), with certified educators. Free, healthy snack. Drop-in or continuous attendance. |
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| 9900 Carleton Street |
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| StrongStart - McCammon Traditional Elementary |
604-795-7000 |
| School District 33 |
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| Mon - Fri. 8:30 - 11:30.Play-based early learning for preschool children (attending with families/caregivers), with certified educators. Free, healthy snack. Drop-in or continuous attendance. |
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| 9601 Hamilton St. |
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| StrongStart - Rosedale Elementary |
604-794-7023 |
| School District 33 |
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| Mon - Fri 8:15 - 11:15.Play-based early learning for preschool children (attending with families/caregivers), with certified educators. Free, healthy snack. Drop-in or continuous attendance. |
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| 10125 McGrath Rd |
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| StrongStart - Strathcona Elementary |
604-792-9301 |
| School District 33 |
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| Mon/Wed/Fri 8:30 - 11:30.
Play-based early learning for preschool children (attending with families/caregivers), with certified educators. Free, healthy snack. Drop-in or continuous attendance. |
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| 46375 Strathcona Road |
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| StrongStart - Unsworth Elementary |
604-858-4510 |
| School District 33 |
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| Mon/Wed/Fri 9:00 - 12:00.Play-based early learning for preschool children (attending with families/caregivers), with certified educators. Free, healthy snack. Drop-in or continuous attendance. |
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| 5685 Unsworth Rd |
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| StrongStart - Watson Elementary |
604-858-9477 |
| School District 33 |
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| Mon - Fri 8:30 - 11:30.Play-based early learning for preschool children (attending with families/caregivers), with certified educators. Free, healthy snack. Drop-in or continuous attendance. |
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| 45305 Watson Rd |
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| Various Programs |
604-792-1631 |
| Chilliwack Family Place |
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| Supervised programs for kids 0-6: story time, parenting support, community referrals. |
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| 45845 Wellington Avenue |
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| ELSA |
604-793-7220 |
| Chilliwack Community Services |
lod@comserv.bc.ca |
| Free, basic level English training for adult newcomers to Canada. |
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| 45938 Wellington Avenue |
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| ESL Conversation |
604-793-7220 |
| Chilliwack Community Services |
lod@comserv.bc.ca |
| Free conversation class taught by volunteers: For those ineligible for ELSA. Child minding available. Three levels. Tues & Thurs: 9:30 am - noon. |
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| Make Children First |
250-554-3134 |
| Make Children First Initiative |
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| 'Am'ut Program |
604-792-9277 |
| School District 33 |
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| Education support for Aboriginal Youth on Probation. |
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| Futures Sto:lo Campus |
604-792-9277 |
| School District 33 |
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| Individual academic programs for aboriginal youth and adults in a culturally supportive environment. Various locations. |
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| Homework Club |
604-792-9316 |
| Shxwha;y First Nations Community Centre |
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| Drop-in homework help service for Shxwha;y band members. |
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| Support for Learners |
604-792-9316 |
| Shxwha;y First Nations Community Centre |
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| Support for adults upgrading their education: daycare for parents, some funding for students preparing for post-secondary. |
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| Various Programs |
604-792-7726 |
| Chilliwack Society for Community Living |
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| A variety of programs and support for the cognitively impaired and clinically mentally-challenged population of Chilliwack - all ages, usually beginning in Kindergarten. |
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| 9353 Mary Street |
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| Literacy Outreach Coordinator |
604 869-2279 |
| Maureen Kehler |
maureen@freereinassociates.ca |
| Supporting literacy services and planning in your community. |
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| Preschooler and Toddler Storytime |
604-823-4664 |
| Yarrow Library |
gwyneth.jones@fvrl.bc.ca |
| A weekly story time for toddlers and preschoolers. |
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| 4670 Community Street |
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