Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day (QC)

A national holiday in the Canadian province of Quebec and celebrated by French Canadians worldwide, especially in Canada and the United States, Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day, June 24, honors the traditional feast day of the Nativity — or birth — of St. John the Baptist.  Click for more...

Eid al-Adha

Eid al-Adha for the year 2023 is celebrated/ observed on sundown of Wednesday, June 28th ending at sundown on Thursday, June 29th. Eid al-Adha or the Feast of Sacrifice is the second and the larger of the two main holidays celebrated in Islam. Unlike the Hadiths, the Qur'an does not mention the celebration of Eid. Eid Read More...

Canada Day

KARA is closed on Monday, July 3rd in lieu of today. Canada Day is essentially our Independence Day. Canada Day was originally called Dominion Day and officially became a statutory holiday in 1897. It was renamed in 1982 to Canada Day. The word Canada comes from the Huron-Iroquois word “kanata”. Canada Day celebrates the day Nova Read More...

CLOSED

In Lieu of Canada Day KARA is closed today. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Event Series How to Talk So Kids Will Listen

How to Talk So Kids Will Listen

Amity House 9213 146 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

This program offers a step-by-step guide to learning practical strategies and concrete skills for communicating effectively with children. You will learn how to deal with your child’s negative feelings, express anger without being hurtful, set firm limits, resolve family conflicts peacefully, and discover ways to promote self discipline and responsibility without punishment. In partnership with Read More...

Event Series After School Adventures

Afterschool Adventures @ Dunluce

Dunluce Tenant Centre Unit 9, 11930 162 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Children will have the opportunity to unplug and connect with others while building their self-esteem. Enjoy a variety of crafts, games, and outdoor activities designed to encourage positive peer relationships while building confidence. Ages 6-12 years, unparented. Tuesdays:  1:30pm to 3:00pm Date:  July 11 – August 22 Address: Unit 9, 11930 162 Avenue NW

Event Series Kids in the Kitchen

Kids in the Kitchen

Your children will master some basic kitchen skills while building their confidence cooking a meal! They will prepare nutritious food to share as a group. This program will support the development of fine/gross motor skills, build confidence, and review kitchen skills and safety. This program is different and will require participants to register for individual Read More...

Event Series Bright Minds Adventures

Bright Minds Adventures

KARA Family Resource Center (Main Location) 6717 132 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Join us every week for STEM based learning. This program will provide the opportunity for children to learn life-skills, ingenuity, resourcefulness, patience, and curiosity. Our Bright Minds program is designed to build confidence and support the transition to school by offering a variety of developmentally appropriate activities. Ages 2.5 - 6 years *This program is Read More...

Event Series Bright Minds Adventures

Little Leaders

KARA Family Resource Center (Main Location) 6717 132 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Children will learn how to overcome their negative self-talk and start believing in themselves and their abilities! In this program, children will build their confidence and leadership skills, learn healthy assertiveness, practice problem-solving, and develop their growth mindset. *This program is part of our Wellness Wednesday family morning. Ages 5 - 12 years Wednesdays:  10:00am Read More...

Event Series Bright Minds Adventures

Conversation Café for Parents & Caregivers

KARA Family Resource Center (Main Location) 6717 132 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Connect with other parents and caregivers over a cup of coffee or tea. Discover commonalities and build friendships in this welcoming and safe space. Our facilitator will gently guide a conversation on subjects that often affect parents and caregivers. Children will have the opportunity to attend Bright Minds Adventures or Little Leaders while parents are Read More...