StrongStart
| Date: | Location: |
| Fri, Sept 25 | Renfrew will open at 9:30am |
| Mon, Sept 28 | Selkirk will open at 9:30am |
Please note this section is only updated for any unforeseen closures. For other upcoming closures and important dates, please see below.
Important Dates & Upcoming Closures:
| Date: | Location: |
| Mon, Sept 21 | Closed: All StrongStart Centres for Pro-D |
| Tues, Sept 22 | First Day: Grenfell is now open! |
| Tues, Sept 22 | Closed: Collingwood StrongStart for Pro-D |
| Thurs, Sept 24 | Closed: Champlain Heights Annex for Pro-D |
| Fri, Sept 25 | Closed: Cunningham, Moberly, Queen Alexandra, Xpey' for Pro-D |
Please note all StrongStart Centres are closed on statutory holidays.
StrongStart Programs
StrongStart is a free drop-in program offered to parents and caregivers with children ages zero to five years old. StrongStart program emphasizes learning through play, language and positive social interactions.
StrongStart provides a rich learning environment, designed for early learning development. Qualified early childhood educators offer learning activities where children find opportunities to make friends and interact with others of similar ages. The overall learning experience is shared as parents and caregivers attend with their children and are encouraged to get involved in activities like telling stories, playing games and serving healthy snacks. English as a first language is not necessary to attend a StrongStart program.
Program Locations & Operating Hours
There are 19 StrongStart programs operating in 16 elementary schools across Vancouver. Click the to view program locations, operating days, and hours.
Program Guidelines
- All children 0-5 years old are welcome!
- StrongStart programs operate with drop-in format on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Each participant can have only one adult and up to three children.
- You will be required to sign-in when you enter the classroom.
- Please do not attend if you or your child is sick.
- Photo & Media Policy: To protect everyone’s privacy and comfort, we do not take photos, videos or audio recordings of participants during program sessions. We ask participants and families not to photograph, record or share images of others. By participating, you agree to respect this policy.
REGISTRATION
New Families
To register your child for StrongStart, please complete steps below. Our registration is open throughout the school year from September to end of June.
Step 1:
Step 2: Verifying Documentation
- Please bring the documents listed below to your primary StrongStart Centre for verification during your first visit. Documents can only be verified during program operating dates and hours. No appointment is required.
Documents Required:
| Proof of Child's Birthdate | One of: |
| Canadian birth certificate | |
| Canadian passport | |
| Immigration Canada Document | |
| Permanent Resident Card (front and back) |
AND
| Proof of Residency with Parent/Guardian Name | One of: |
| BC Driver's License or Enhanced BC Driver's License | |
| Hydro/Gas/Cable bill | |
| Utility/Municipal Tax bill | |
| Residential Tenancy Agreement |
Note: There is no need to print or bring a copy of the registration form you receive by email.
Returning Families
If you have previously completed registration (verified documents) and participated in StrongStart, there's no need to re-register for the same StrongStart Centre. Please re-join anytime during operating days and hours.
For More Information
Please contact: strongstart@vsb.bc.ca