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It’s that time of year again to prepare children for the first day of school. A part of that preparation is buying school supplies. Below are some resources, at other locations in Edmonton, to help when money is tight.
*As more information and resources become available, we will add them to this list!
Kicks for Kids
Know a child who can use a new pair of shoes for back to school? Contact Kara Family Resource Centre at 780-478-5396.
Tools for Schools Program
The Tools for Schools Program is a program through the United Way.
If a student in your life needs to access the Tools for School program, we ask that you contact the student’s school and let them know the student requires a Tools for School backpack.
If the student’s school is not participating in the Tools for School program, please have the school contact us. If you are a principal or teacher looking for backpacks for your students, email us at inkind@myunitedway.ca
For more information visit: Tools for School - United Way Alberta Capital Region (myunitedway.ca)
We're Here For Ya Day 2024
What: backpacks with school supplies, nutritious food hampers an get a haircut.
When: August 25, 2024, 10am - 6pm
Where: Shadified Salon & Spa12222 137 Ave, Edmonton, AlbertaT5L 4X5
*Photo or other ID required. Supplies limited.
About: For twelve years, Can Man Dan and his partners have been supplying thousands of low-income children and their families with all of the basic necessities for the back-to-school season, which is traditionally a struggling time for families on a limited budget.
This year, free backpacks filled with school supplies, nutritious food hampers, and high-quality haircuts will be made available to families and children who are in need.
Food Bank
Did you know when requesting food from the Food bank you can specifically request snacks for children to take to school. There is no guarantee that snacks will be included in a food hamper. It’s based on availability.
Alberta Works and AISH
Did you know that Alberta Works provides parents with extra funding in September to help families with school expenses, based on age and grade?
Age 4 or 5 and in kindergarten - $56
Age 6 to11 or in grades 1 to 6 - $110
Age 12 or older or in grades 7 to 12 - $190
For more information go to:
At Norwood Centre our team of qualified Early Childhood Development Subject Matter Experts work to provide tools that caregivers can use to support early childhood development. We hear you! If you have a question or concern, please ask us. We have a variety of Child Development Activities available on our website, find them at norwoodcentre.com/child-development-activities. For short-term one-on-one coaching, please call us at 780-471-3737.
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