Our members are community-level organizations that provide hubs of free services, programs, and resources to primarily low-income and disadvantaged families in communities across Canada. Through our 500+ members, we impact the lives of approximately 500,000 families per year.
Since 1978, we have helped our members meet the evolving and complex needs of families by:
In our work, we partner with private, public, non-profit and academic organizations to turn knowledge into practice. A multi-sector approach is essential for addressing barriers and strengthening families.
A Canada committed to building strong families.
To champion the priorities, policies, and programs that build the strength of Canada’s families.
The power to thrive.
Organizations and individuals who work with families, children, young people, and older adults can benefit from our resources and training.
Families Canada helps organizations support families by improving access to relevant and effective resources, professional development opportunities, program and project participation, and industry connections.
We offer resources in digital and physical formats on a variety of topics such as health, parenting, early childhood development, nutrition, financial wellness, and more. All resources are evidence-informed, developed with the input of subject matter experts, and are available on our online store.
Becoming a member is easy. Simply fill out the membership application form and pay the annual membership fee of $100 via credit card, PayPal, EFT or cheque mailed to 420-700 Industrial Avenue, Ottawa, ON K1G 0Y9. For more information, click here.
If your organization works with families, the resources, tools and community events that Families Canada provides will support and enhance the work you do and contribute to the impact you make on the families you support. The discounts, free access and community you will be able to avail of as a member far exceeds the membership fee of $100.
Families Canada works with a variety of partners who are subject matter experts on various aspects of child and family wellness. If you are looking for a recommendation for a speaker or organization who may be a good fit for your event, we invite you to contact us at info@familiescanada.ca.
Families Canada incorporates child rights-based approaches, trauma- and violence-informed approaches, and social inclusion principles into our work. To learn more, visit our Approaches & Initiative Areas.
