BGC Okanagan – Penticton
Ages 0-5 Programs
Infant Development Program
The South Okanagan Infant Development Program serves children from birth to three years old who are at risk for, or who already have, a delay in development. Our consultants can assist you to enhance your child’s development in these important years. We provide services to Cawston, Keremeos, Kaleden, Ok Falls, Oliver, Osoyoos, Penticton and Summerland.
Infant Development Program & Location Details
Infant Development Program
The South Okanagan Infant Development Program serves children from birth to three years old who are at risk for, or who already have, a delay in development. Our consultants can assist you to enhance your child’s development in these important years. We provide services to Cawston, Keremeos, Kaleden, Ok Falls, Oliver, Osoyoos, Penticton and Summerland.
| Penticton 1295 Manitoba Street Monday – Friday 8:30am-5:00pm By Scheduled Appointment |
Ages 5-12 Programs
After School Programs
BGC Okanagan After School Programs are the best place for children to be after the school bell. For 60 years we have been providing programs to children and we know what kids love to do! Children will be provided time to play outside, sports, games, creative arts, a daily nutritional snack, and fun leisure activities. Our staff develop a special, caring relationship with each child, encouraging them to explore areas of interest, create new friendships, and develop their personal growth.
After School Programs & Location Details
After School Programs
After school programs emphasize a sense of belonging, help make positive choices, learn healthy behaviours and build on a child’s strengths encouraging them to reach their potential. Parents often comment that they “trust our staff in caring for their children.” We understand the importance of physical health, social and emotional development, learning, and allowing kids to be themselves in a supportive, safe place where they are encouraged to explore, try new activities, and have a lot of FUN!
| Penticton 1295 Manitoba Street Monday – Friday School Dismissal -6:00pm 5 – 12 Years of Age |
Recreation Programs
Recreation programs are for members aged 5-15 years who want to come out to the Club and take part in a wide variety of activities that are planned around BGC Canada Core programming areas. Opportunities to develop friendships, and connect with positive role models, allows children to find a place where they belong, are cared about and where they can learn new skills. Activities create a safe and fun way for kids to spend their time during the after school hours, weekends and evenings.
After School Programs & Location Details
Recreation Programs
Examples include activities such as community field trips, sports, BGC Canada clubs programs, life skills, creative arts, leadership, and learning. The Recreation program is open year-round at various times based on program offerings. See the service location for monthly calendars for specific times and dates. Parents are responsible for a yearly membership and program fees. Program fees will vary dependent on the program. Financial Subsidies or Canadian Tire Jumpstart funding may be available for eligible families.
| Penticton 1295 Manitoba Street Time & Date varies 5 – 15 Years of Age |
Youth Programs
Youth Recreation Programs
In our after-school and evening drop-in programs, children and youth are emotionally and physically safe, welcomed, accepted, valued, respected and encouraged to explore new opportunities and build positive relationships with like-minded peers.
Youth Recreation Program & Location Details
Youth Recreation Program
Positive adult mentors guided by the Clubs’ core values build self-esteem and encourage healthy relationships while instilling the importance of mutual respect, teamwork and being socially responsible. While youth may just need a safe and supportive place to hang out, we also offer recreational opportunities, games, creative arts and special events. Our programs are accessible, affordable and address community needs. Youth can be referred to other supports within BGC Okanagan as needed.
| Penticton 1295 Manitoba St. Time & date varies 13 – 19 Years of Age |
YES Program
YES is a youth recreation program that engages youth in Penticton in positive recreation including physical activity, art, socialization, leadership opportunities, and more.
YES Program Details
YES Program
| Penticton 1295 Manitoba St. Time & date varies 13 – 19 Years of Age |
Contact Program Manager: Beth Klassen |
Family Programs
Community Kitchen
Community Kitchen is a program that allows families to cook together once a month on Fridays from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm and prepare four meals that are healthy and nutritious for their family at a minimal cost. The goals of the program are to educate parents about basic healthy food preparation through demonstration and hands on cooking. In turn, the parents learn to prepare meals on their own that are affordable, easy to prepare and are nutritious. A facilitator coordinates all the necessary supplies and food needed to cook the meals.
Community Kitchen Details
Community Kitchen
| Penticton 1295 Manitoba Street Fridays 9:30am to 12:30pm Families – Prenatal – 6 Year of Age |
Contact Program Coordinator: Janet Brown |
Integrated Family Development Service
The Integrated Family Development Program is a free, voluntary service that facilitates counseling, support, parent education, conflict resolution, and community connections for children, youth and their families, to increase healthy family functioning and develop positive skills for life. Individuals and families can self-refer or be referred by community partners.
Integrated Family Development Service & Location Details
Integrated Family Development Service
The program’s role in the community is preventive in nature, aiming to stop the escalation of problems to a point where more intrusive interventions might be required. The service provides flexible and effective support to families who are experiencing a variety of problems, and employs interventions such as outreach, parent-child mediation, solution-oriented counseling strategies, connection to community resources and referrals, and enhancement of parenting and life skills.
| Penticton 1295 Manitoba Street Date: by appointment Time: n/a 5 – 19 Years of Age & Parents |
Positively Pregnant
This is for parents-to-be or parents of babies up to 6 months of age. We provide pre-natal information, support and supplements as well as nutritious meal.
Positively Pregnant Program & Location Details
Positively Pregnant
| Penticton 1295 Manitoba Street Tuesday 10:00am – 1:00pm Pre-natal – 6 Months |
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Parenting
This program offers a variety of parent education and parent/child activities for parents with children 0-6 years of age.
Parenting Program & Location Details
Parenting
| Penticton 1295 Manitoba Street Wednesday 10:00am – 1:00pm 0 – 6 Years of Age |
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Nobody’s Perfect Parenting
Families are complex, challenging, and worth every bit of effort. The Nobody’s Perfect parenting program is about finding your way as a parent — even when family life gets a bit messy. Find ideas and support to help you manage today’s challenges and your child’s needs. Discover your strengths as a parent, and build new ones with the support and encouragement of other parents. For parents of children 0-5.
Nobody's Perfect Parenting & Location Details
Nobody’s Perfect Parenting
| Penticton 1295 Manitoba Street Date: semi-annually Time: varies 6 Months – 5 Years of Age |
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