Upcoming Events

A Special City Council Meeting has been called for 6:30 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers. See the agenda View the livestream

Caregiving, in its many forms, can be challenging. It can impact you socially, mentally and physically. COMPASS is a supportive multi-session workshop facilitated by someone who understands how challenging caregiving can be. We discuss dealing with guilt and grief, managing stress, improving communication, navigating the system and planning for the journey ahead. The fee includes the manual and resources. Please register by July 9, 2021. Ages: 18 and over  Time: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Location: Virtual Contact: Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost: $5.00, registration is required

This program helps identify and train youth that are natural helpers. Young adults are provided the opportunity to strengthen support skills and learn more about mental health issues and suicide prevention. Community Helpers encourage other young people to ask for help when they need it and identify mental health supports in their community. Do you know a teen that others are naturally drawn to for support? Nominate that person to be a Community Helper. Send their email address and phone number to fcss@coldlake.com with Community Helper as the subject line. They will be contacted with the option to become a community helper.  Ages: 12 - 17 Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Location: In person at Cold Lake and District FCSS / online option available Contact: Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost: Free, registration required  

This program helps identify and train youth that are natural helpers. Young adults are provided the opportunity to strengthen support skills and learn more about mental health issues and suicide prevention. Community Helpers encourage other young people to ask for help when they need it and identify mental health supports in their community. Do you know a teen that others are naturally drawn to for support? Nominate that person to be a Community Helper. Send their email address and phone number to fcss@coldlake.com with Community Helper as the subject line. They will be contacted with the option to become a community helper.  Ages: 12 - 17 Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Location: In person at Cold Lake and District FCSS / online option available Contact: Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost: Free, registration required  

This workshop is based on the “What to do when...” series of youth workbooks. Wouldn’t it be great if children did not worry at all? What if they could plant their worry and watch it grow into something resilient and beautiful? Many things may be on children’s minds, from what they are going to eat the next day to what friends they are going to play with at school. This interactive course is designed to empower kids to overcome their overgrown worries. Ages: 9-12 Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Location: In person at Cold Lake and District FCSS / online option available Contact: Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost: Free, registration is required

This program has proven techniques to assist parents to communicate with children ages 5 to 12 years old. Learn how to achieve cooperation and to solve problems together. Topics covered include the active parent, courage and self-esteem, routines and problem solving, responsibility and discipline, and cooperation and communication. Ages: Caregivers of children 5-12 Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Virtual Contact: Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost: Free, registration is required

These sessions will include essential answers to those questions that we all have when we start out in the “real world.” Each session is held on a Monday evening.   Moving Out (July 5), Managing my Money (July 12), Communication and Rights (July 19), Budgeting (July 26), Home Maintenance and Responsibility (August 9), Safety and Security (August 16), The Basics of Cooking (August 23), Responsibilities of Pet Ownership (August 30), Ages:  Ages 18 - 24 Time:  6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Location: In person at Cold Lake and District FCSS / online option available Contact: Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost:  $10.00, registration is required

A City Council meeting is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. at City Hall in Council Chambers. View livestream View agendas and minutes

This program aims to improve fine motor, physical, emotional and social skills to support curiosity and critical thinking. Through planting, digging and watering, participants will engage all five of their senses while working in their own garden. Ages: 6-12 Session time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Location: In person at Cold Lake and District FCSS / online option available Contact: Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost: Free, registration is required

We will supply you with the materials to make an outdoor family board game. This program is intended to build strong family bonds and enhance a feeling of connection within the family unit while enjoying the outdoors. One kit per family please. Ages: 0-6 Years and Caregivers Time: 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm Location: Cold Lake Family Connections Contact: Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost: Free, registration is required

We will supply you with the materials to make an outdoor family board game. This program is intended to build strong family bonds and enhance a feeling of connection within the family unit while enjoying the outdoors. One kit per family please. Ages: 0-6 years and Caregivers Time: 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm Location: Cold Lake Family Connections Contact: Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost: Free, registration is required

Children will gain the skills and knowledge needed to feel empowered and ready to stay home alone.They will learn about safe snacking, cyber safety, basic first aid and effective use of their time. Guardians will also be equipped with the knowledge and resources to support their children.The parent/ caregiver portion is a requirement and must be completed online from 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm the day before the course. Ages: 9 - 13 Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Location: In person at Cold Lake and District FCSS / online option available Contact: Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost: Free, registration is required

A fun-filled activity that you, your partner and family can complete over the summer. Call FCSS at 780-594-4495 to pick up a bucket of great ideas to make your summer a remarkable experience. Ages: 18 and over Time:  Between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm Location:  Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost:  Free, no registration is required

Date Night ideas are a bit limited right now, but cooking a meal together to enjoy is always a great idea! Registration is required. Ages: 18 and over Time:  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Location: In person at Cold Lake and District FCSS / online option available Contact:  Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost:  $30.00 per couple

Are your children struggling with their emotions or have they been feeling frustrated with the constant changes due to the pandemic? If so, we have a kit for you! Each kit includes information to support children with social-emotional skills, self-care information and fun activities they can do at home. Each participant will receive a follow-up phone call with one of our Cold Lake Family Connections staff. Register for one or all of these kits. Pick up time is between 12:00 pm and 4:30 pm on the Wednesday dates shown. Ages: 7-9 Dates: July 7 - Anxiety July 14 - Stress ​​​​​​​July 21 - Anger August 11 - Kindness August 18 - Transitions August 25 - Self Care Pick up time: 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm Location: Cold Lake Family Connections Contact: Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost: Free, registration is required  

Through science and play, this activity will provide an opportunity for critical thinking, cause and effect and imagination and curiosity. Pick up your kit on date and time shown. Ages: 0-6 years and Caregivers Time: 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm Location: Cold Lake Family Connections Contact: Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost: Free, registration is required

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers in the field of volunteer management were reporting that traditional ways of recognizing and celebrating volunteers were not resonating with today’s volunteers. What are the ways to recognize volunteers creatively and efficiently? The answers may surprise you. The webinar uses the MS Teams platform. Registrants will receive the webinar link, materials and resources by email. Ages: 18 and over Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Location: Virtual Contact: Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost: Free, registration is required

Cold Lake and District FCSS in partnership with LICA are pleased to offer the public the opportunity to participate in The Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup at Sandy Beach, Cold Lake. Volunteers are required to pre-register; please wear weather-appropriate clothing, work gloves, boots or hiking shoes. Volunteers are welcome to bring their own garbage-picking tools. COVID-19 protocols will be in place. Volunteers will be required to sign a waiver on-site before participating. Volunteer orientation will happen prior to beginning the cleanup. Depending on public interest, more cleanup dates may be announced. Ages:  18 and over, minors with an adult Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Sandy Beach, Cold Lake Cost: Free, registration is required

At this interactive cooking session, youth will learn about healthy eating on a budget and cook a meal alongside an experienced staff. Participants will be provided with all materials for this session. Register for one, or both of these sessions. Ages: 12-17 Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Location: Cold Lake Family Connections Contact: Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost: Free, registration is required

These sessions will include essential answers to those questions that we all have when we start out in the “real world.” Each session is held on a Monday evening.   Moving Out (July 5), Managing my Money (July 12), Communication and Rights (July 19), Budgeting (July 26), Home Maintenance and Responsibility (August 9), Safety and Security (August 16), The Basics of Cooking (August 23), Responsibilities of Pet Ownership (August 30), Ages:  Ages 18 - 24 Time:  6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Location: In person at Cold Lake and District FCSS / online option available Contact: Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost:  $10.00, registration is required

This program aims to improve fine motor, physical, emotional and social skills to support curiosity and critical thinking. Through planting, digging and watering, participants will engage all five of their senses while working in their own garden. Ages: 6-12 Session time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Location: In person at Cold Lake and District FCSS / online option available Contact: Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost: Free, registration is required

Are your children struggling with their emotions or have they been feeling frustrated with the constant changes due to the pandemic? If so, we have a kit for you! Each kit includes information to support children with social-emotional skills, self-care information and fun activities they can do at home. Each participant will receive a follow-up phone call with one of our Cold Lake Family Connections staff. Register for one or all of these kits. Pick up time is between 12:00 pm and 4:30 pm on the Wednesday dates shown. Ages: 7-9 Dates: July 7 - Anxiety July 14 - Stress ​​​​​​​July 21 - Anger August 11 - Kindness August 18 - Transitions August 25 - Self Care Pick up time: 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm Location: Cold Lake Family Connections Contact: Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost: Free, registration is required  

This attachment-based, 8-week series will help caregivers make sense of what children need. This program will help create lasting change and improve the relationship with your child, make parenting easier and help build confidence. Ages: Caregivers of children 4 months - 6 years Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am Location: Virtual Contact: Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost: Free, registration is required