Children, Youth & Families - Nelson Area & Slocan Valley
BC Family Maintenance Agency (BCFMA)
BC Foster Parents Association (BCFPA)
Provides information to the general public about fostering and recruitment services and offers foster parents a support network. more info
Beautiful Beginnings (Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program (CPNP)) - Castlegar
Free program that helps pregnant and new parents with children up to 1 year with supports such as meals, food vouchers, vitamin supplements and educational opportunities.more info
Bellies 2 Babies
A free drop-in program for parents expecting a new baby and for new parents.more info
Belonging Network (formerly Adoptive Families Association of BC)
Supports the adoption community at all ages and stages through education, counselling, family events, and advocacy. more info
Blue Heron Midwifery
Providing skilled, holistic, and comprehensive midwifery care to families in the Kaslo area. Midwifery care is free and covered by BC Medical Services Plan.more info
CBAL Community Literacy - Nelson
Offers a variety of literacy programs for all ages including children, youth and families as well for individual adults & seniors. more info
CBAL Community Literacy - Slocan Valley
Offers a variety of literacy programs for all ages including children and their families as well for individual adults & seniors.more info
Child Car Seat Safety Program - Nelson & Slocan Valley
Free, factual, user-friendly information for parents, caregivers, and professionals on the proper selection and use of infant and child car seats by volunteer certified educators.more info
Child Care Resource and Referral (CCRR) Program - West Kootenay
Offers information and support for parents and care providers including childcare options, parenting resources, workshops and a toy & book lending library. more info
