McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association

Career Track - April 15th, 17th, 22nd, 24th & 29th (Ages 14-18)
2024-04-22 16:30 - 18:00, 2024-04-17 16:30 - 18:00, 2024-04-15 16:30 - 18:00 (America/Edmonton) | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Career Track teaches you how to write a resume and cover letter while building your interview skills. Learn where to find a job and how to apply!

Mondays and Wednesdays 4:30 – 6:00pm

For more information or to register email Marnie at marnie.johnston@mcmancalgary.ca

ZONES of REGULATION (Ages 10-13) - April 8th, 10th, 15th, 17th, 22nd & 24th 2024
2024-04-22 16:30 - 18:00, 2024-04-17 16:30 - 18:00, 2024-04-15 16:30 - 18:00, 2024-04-10 16:30 - 18:00, 2024-04-08 16:30 - 18:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Zones of Regulation is a 6-session program. Come join us to learn how to manage emotions and build skills to express feelings in a healthy way!

April 8th, 10th, 15th, 17th, 18th, 22nd & 24th 2024 4:30-6:00PM

Snacks are provided for each group.
Contact Lacey Gustavsen at lacey.gustavsen@mcmancalgary.ca or (403)801-6903 to register.

Upstart Art - Friday April 19th (Ages 7-13)
2024-04-19 15:00 - 17:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Come learn and explore some basic art skills and put them to work in fun and engaging ways for youth aged 7-13.
Friday April 19th from 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Snacks are provided for each group.
Contact Lacey Gustavsen at lacey.gustavsen@mcmancalgary.ca or (403)801-6903 to register.

Grand Connections - Friday April 19th
2024-04-19 13:00 - 15:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
This gathering is for all grandparents who are providing care for their grandchildren in some way. Meet other grandparents, share experiences, gain connections and learn how essential their role is for their grandchildren.
Friday April 19th, 1:00pm-3pm

Circle of Security - April 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th, May 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th
2024-04-19 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-04-12 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-04-05 09:30 - 11:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Join other parents for this 8 week workshop and learn to enhance your relationships by recognizing your child’s nedds and mae sense of their behaviours. Must attend all sessions.
Fridays April 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th, May 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th, 9:30am – 11am.

P.I.C.K. Me Up - April 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, May 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd
2024-04-17 12:30 - 15:00, 2024-04-10 12:30 - 15:00, 2024-04-03 12:30 - 15:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
P.I.C.K. Me Up is a self reflective journey into rediscovering yourself. You will learn practical techniques and tools to assist you in getting more of what you want, handle stress and build foundations to lifelong relationships. Must attend all sessions.
Wednesdays April 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, May 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd, 12:30pm-3:00pm.

Stress Busters Part 2 - Understanding Stress and Anxiety in Children - April 3rd, 10th & 17th
2024-04-17 09:30 - 11:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Stress Busters Part 2: Understanding Stress and Anxiety in Children
This is a follow up to Stress Busters part 1. Parents and caregivers will determine their child’s resiliency skills and how these skills impact a child’s success. Must attend all 3 sessions.
Wednesdays – April 3rd, 10th and 17th from 9:30-11:00am
No childcare provided.
We want you to be comfortable. Please bring socks, slippers and/or indoor shoes.

Triple P Parenting - April 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th, May 7th, 14th & 21st
2024-04-16 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-04-09 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-04-02 18:00 - 19:30 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Triple P Parenting is an 8 week workshop is an opportunity to join other parents to develop simple and practical strategies you can adapt to suit your family’s values, beliefs and needs. Must attend all sessions.
Tuesdays April 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th, May 7th, 14th and 21st, 6:00PM – 7:30PM

Friday Fun Day - June 7th 2024
2024-04-05 15:00 - 17:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Come join us for a drop in program. This month’s Friday Fun Day will be a sensory exploration!
June 7th from 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Snacks are provided for each group.
Contact Lacey Gustavsen at lacey.gustavsen@mcmancalgary.ca or (403)801-6903 to register.

Friday Fun Day - April 5th 2024
2024-04-05 14:00 - 17:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Come join us for a drop in program. This month’s Friday Fun Day will be a sensory exploration!
April 5th from 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Snacks are provided for each group.
Contact Lacey Gustavsen at lacey.gustavsen@mcmancalgary.ca or (403)801-6903 to register.

Artsie Smartsie (4.5-6 years)
2024-03-23 10:00 - 12:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Join us on the last Saturday of each month for an adventure in arts with your child (4.5 – 6 years old). Every child must be accompanied by a caring adult as we use and explore different art mediums and challenge creativity.
Snacks and supplies are provided.
Artsie Smartsie is offered on Saturday March 23rd – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
If you have questions about the Artsie Smartsie workshops, please get in touch with Annika at annika.johansson@mcmancalgary.ca

Upstart Art (Ages 7-13)
2024-03-22 14:00 - 16:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Come learn and explore some basic art skills and put them to work in fun and engaging ways for youth aged 7-13.
March 22nd from 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Grand Connections – Friday, March 22nd
2024-03-22 13:00 - 15:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Whether you watch your grandchildren a couple times a month or raising them, this gathering is for all grandparents who are providing care for their grandchildren in some way. We will meet other grandparents, share experiences, gain connections and learn how essential their role is for their grandchildren.
This course will be held on March 22nd from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
For additional information about Grand Connections, please get in touch with Annika at annika.johansson@mcmancalgary.ca

Purification Ceremony (Sweat Lodge)
2024-03-21 | Tsuu Tina, 1000 six-mile coulee rd SW, Tsuu Tina, 1000 six-mile coulee rd SW, Tsuu Tina, alberta, Canada
Oki, tansi McMan Staff and program participants,
On March 21st, 2024, we are excited to announce the initial sweat lodge/inipi wakan ceremony for McMan program participants and staff. Please reach out to your case manager should you want to attend. Brief details below, and more will be provided once you are signed up.
Event Details:
• Date: March 21st, 2024
• Location: Tsuu Tina, 1000 six-mile coulee rd SW

Stress Busters Part I - Understanding Stress and Anxiety in Children - March 6th, 13th and 20th
2024-03-20 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-03-13 09:30 - 11:00 | Okotoks Office, 22 Crystal Ridge Drive, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 2C3, Canada
Stress Busters Part 1: Understanding Stress and Anxiety in Children
This is a three-part learning opportunity for parents and caregivers to exam the impact of stress and anxiety. Topics include how adaption to stress occurs, ways stress can be used to motivate and avoid, as well as signs and strategies.
Wednesdays – March 6th, 13th and 20th from 9:30-11:00am
If you have any questions, please get in touch with Annika at annika.johansson@mcmancalgary.ca
Must attend all sessions. No childcare provided.
We want you to be comfortable. Please bring socks, slippers and/or indoor shoes.

72 North Railway St. Okotoks

Let’s Get Cooking (ages 12-18) – March 12th and 19th (Zoom)
2024-03-12 16:30 - 18:00 | Zoom (Virtual), Remote via Zoom
Let’s Get Cooking is a two-part workshop for youth 12-18 who want to learn how to cook. Groceries will be provided. (Zoom)
Part 1 March 12th: Basic nutrition, kitchen safety tips and prepare to cook. 4:30 – 6:00 pm
Part 2 March 19th: Cook a meal. Parent must be present in the home. 4:30 – 6:00 pm
Participants must attend both sessions.
For more information about this group, please contact Marnie marnie.johnston@mcmancalgary.ca.

Friday Fun Day
2024-03-08 14:00 - 17:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Come and join us for a board game night! Board games played will be voted on by participants for youth ages 7-13.
March 8th from 2:00pm – 5:00pm
