Cameray Child and Family Services

09/09/2025

Joining together with others, knowing that you are not alone, we want you to know there is hope and that things can get better after your experience. Come and be part of a group of young people who are feeling like you and want to learn how to heal and move forward.

Hope Endures is a 7-week group for self-identified females who are
survivors of sexual abuse, assault, or harassment.

We will have snacks and dinner each week and every participant will leave the group with a care package that they can use as their healing journey continues.

FOR: Self-identified females ages 15 to 18
DATES: Every Monday from October 27th – December 8th
TIME: 4:30 – 6:30 pm
LOCATION: 2038 Rosser Ave, Burnaby BC

For more information or to inquire about registration please contact:
Counsellor Hannah 604 436-9449 ext. 230 hannah.gastaldo@cameray.ca
Counsellor Simran 604 436-9449 ext. 242 simran.dhillon@cameray.ca

09/08/2025

We’ve updated the name of one of our programs - Emergency Sexual Assault Services (ESAS) is now Sexual Assault Services (SAS).

This change reflects our commitment to being more trauma-informed and accessible to all survivors of sexual violence. We know that sexual assault can be a recent experience or something from the past, and we want to reduce barriers so that anyone impacted feels supported in reaching out for help.

Our services remain the same: confidential, compassionate, and survivor-centered.

Find out more about the program and download the updated brochure here: https://www.cameray.ca/sexual-assault-services-sas/

09/05/2025

Did you know Cameray Child and Family Services is a registered non-profit that relies on both government funding and private donations to operate?

Today is International Day of Charity and we want to thank all of those who have supported in us both now and in the past.

Since 1972, Cameray Child & Family Services has been offering free counselling, education, outreach and advocacy services to residents of Burnaby and New Westminster, connecting people and connecting communities.

With limited government funding, we rely on private donations so we can continue to provide services to children and families in greatest need. Find out how you can support us here: https://www.cameray.ca/support-cameray/

09/04/2025

Parents will understand the benefits and challenges of raising bilingual children in Canada, and learn practical strategies to support their child’s Chinese language learning both at home and in the community. We will explore ways to integrate Chinese into daily routines without overwhelming the child, and gain tools to maintain motivation and strengthen cultural connections, fostering both language skills and a positive sense of identity.

Nurturing Bilingual Brilliance: Helping Your Child Learn Chinese

September 16 & 23 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Guest facilitator: Olivia Lei

Pre-registration is required; space is limited. Register here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=knTBjmJQSkCFZ-6WTA15PQdPFDODN4RNtKtOyGIKb0pUNDJPMUFWMUs3Vlo1QVBGRkZZOTVUTklLNi4u

09/02/2025

Register now for this special session with a guest speaker from the Burnaby RCMP Crime Prevention Unit.

Our guest will share important tips on personal safety, apartment security, and emergency preparedness tailored for families with young children living in multi-unit residential buildings. This informative talk will help parents and caregivers build confidence in creating a safer home environment and responding effectively in emergencies.

Between 10:00am and 10:30am, parents and children will have time to get settled. Workshop content will be delivered from 10:30am to 11:30am.

The last 30 minutes will be reserved for Q&A and mingling. Childcare is available.

Pre-registration is required; space is limited. Register here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=knTBjmJQSkCFZ-6WTA15PQdPFDODN4RNtKtOyGIKb0pUNDJPMUFWMUs3Vlo1QVBGRkZZOTVUTklLNi4u

08/28/2025

Thank you to BNH South House for bringing together partners across Burnaby, with MP Wade Chang and MP Jake Sawatzky.

It was great to connect and share priorities, and it's an honour to part of such a collaborative community.

We enjoyed an afternoon “meet and share” event with Burnaby’s not for profits and our new federal Members of Parliament. Senior managers and board representatives from BNH, BFLI, Burnaby Association for Community Inclusion (BACI) , End Homelessness , M.O.S.A.I.C. , ISSofBC, BCCentre ForAbilities, Burnaby Foundry and Cameray each provided an introduction to their organization and our MPs Wade Chang and JakeSawatzky shared their vision and priorities for Burnaby. Minister Gregory Robertson’s constituency director Alan Au also attended.

The event was extremely successful and highlighted the importance of our work together as well as the importance of our voices being represented in Ottawa and ensuring resources come to Burnaby.

08/28/2025

Sometimes it’s hard to tell what your child needs, what their behaviors mean and if you’re doing things right. In this program, you will make sense of what your child is really asking from you.

During this 8-week parenting program you will learn to:
- Understand your child’s emotional world by learning to read their -emotional needs
- Respond and support your child
- Create a healthy relationship and a sense of security that your child needs to thrive in life

This in-person group series is at Cameray, 2038 Rosser Avenue, Burnaby.
Childminding is provided for children age six and under. Bus tickets are available on request.

Pre-registration is required; space is limited. Register here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=knTBjmJQSkCFZ-6WTA15PQdPFDODN4RNtKtOyGIKb0pUNDJPMUFWMUs3Vlo1QVBGRkZZOTVUTklLNi4u

This group is in partnership with YMCA Child Care Resource and Referral

08/28/2025

Our September groups and drop-in sessions are now all on our online events calendar:
https://www.cameray.ca/calendar/month/2025-09/

Bring on fall 🍂

07/24/2025

Thank you to Misha at Gilmore Community School for hosting us earlier this week, so we could learn more about your community programs and spaces.

You will find JJ and Emily, from our ACTS program here every week but it was great to expand our connections across teams!

07/22/2025

Our August 2025 Early Years Parenting Support Program group calendar is now available for Burnaby and New Westminster residents with one or more children under the age of 5 years old -https://www.cameray.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/EYPSP-AUGUST-GROUP-CALENDAR-2025.pdf

07/10/2025

Join us at our Summer Social with Burnaby Community Services on August 14 from 4.30pm.

With fun activities for all the family, food available, and music!

No registration required.

07/01/2025

Wishing a Happy Canada Day to our friends, families, partners and supporters 🍁

Our offices are closed today but we look forward to seeing you as usual from Wednesday.