Welcome to the Family Action Network
Your hub for family resources in the Lower Columbia
The Family Action Network, your hub for Family Resources in the Lower Columbia Region, respectfully acknowledges that we live, work, learn and play on the traditional unceded territory of the Sinixt (Sngaytskstx), Syilx (Okanagan), Ktunaxa and Secwepemc Peoples and give our gratitude to the ancestors and keepers of this land who have walked here before us. We also acknowledge the many Metis and Inuit families who make this region their home today.
Parenting Seminar: Sleep with Sean Larsen
April 23 at 4pm at the Trail United Church. Free parenting seminar for families with kids aged 6 and under. Learn about sleep, how it impacts mental health and regulation, and strategies to improve sleep for all members of the family.
FAN AGM Monday May 13 @ 12 pm, Trail United Church
We will be having a special resolution to amend our constitution. Light refreshments to be served. We are also looking for one or two more Board members to join our amazing team that is working hard to make this region the best place to raise a family.
Latest News & Events For Children And Families
Latest News
FANs AGM – Have your say!
The Family Action Network (FAN) will host its Annual General Meeting on Monday, May 13th, 2024 from 12 pm to 1:00 pm. The meeting will be held in person at the Trail United Church, 1300 Pine Ave. We will be voting on making the following changes to our constitution....
Ages and Stages Drop In Family Event
Do you have a child between the ages of 0 and 6 years? If so this event is for you! The Family Action Networkis offering an Ages and Stages developmental check-up opportunity for your child. This event will be held at the Trail Memorial Centre's McIntyre Room, in...
Upcoming Family Events
Upcoming Events
Family Action Network Newsletter
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Ages and Stages
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Check Early Check Often
Early Childhood Development Screening for All Children 0-6
The early years (from birth to age 6) are an important time in your child’s life. How your child plays, learns, speaks and acts provides important clues about their development. As a parent or caregiver, you are the ‘expert’ about your child, as you spend the most time with them and understand them. When you know what typical milestones are for a child at a certain age, you have a way to track their development and recognize whether there are any concerns.
The Family Action Network (FAN) has produced this video, featuring the voices of parents, early childhood professionals and community leaders to give information on the importance of checking your child’s development ‘early and often’ through the early years period.
Check Early Check Often
Early Childhood Development Screening for All Children 0-6
The early years (from birth to age 6) are an important time in your child’s life. How your child plays, learns, speaks and acts provides important clues about their development. As a parent or caregiver, you are the ‘expert’ about your child, as you spend the most time with them and understand them. When you know what typical milestones are for a child at a certain age, you have a way to track their development and recognize whether there are any concerns.
The Family Action Network (FAN) has produced this video, featuring the voices of parents, early childhood professionals and community leaders to give information on the importance of checking your child’s development ‘early and often’ through the early years period.
Ages and Stages Clinic
Come and check your child’s development at an upcoming spring or fall Ages and Stages Clinic. Early childhood professionals are available for free during the event. The spring clinic is drop in, parent led. No appointment necessary. For more information, call FAN at 1-855-368-3707.
Next Clinic: April 12, 2024 in Trail BC, 9am until 4pm at the Memorial Centre's McIntyre Room