FamilyLife Canada Parenting Conference (2024)

We're so glad you've joined our team and parents from across Canada to invest in your parenting journey! We hope you enjoy the workshops and gain a bunch of practical takeaways to strengthen your family. If you have questions or a prayer request, please reach out to our team at: questions@familylifecanada.com To check out the 10-Day Instagram Challenges, head over to https://www.instagram.com/fami...

Sports can either become an idol bringing out the worst in us, or it can be a powerful tool for your child’s life development, discipleship, and spiritual formation. In this workshop, Mike Tatlock will address intentional ways to see the challenges and competition of sports through the lens of helping your child become a person of strong character and purpose. Presenter: Mike Tatlock — NBA Portlan...

School. Church. Sports. Work. And a whole lot more… The list could go on and it multiplies with every child. We are living in an on-the-go world that can leave you exhausted and crazed with little to no room to breathe much less to parent well. Do not lose heart. Tune in to Liza Gant’s talk for five simple and effective ways to parent on-the-go, loving God and loving others well. Presenter: Liza G...

It can feel overwhelming to parent a sensitive and/or intense child! If you feel like your efforts are falling flat, you’re not alone. In this talk by Lydia Rex of Connected Families, you’ll be encouraged with a fresh perspective and empowered with practical, effective strategies. Presenter: Lydia Rex from Connected Families Learn more about the the Parenting Sensitive and Intense Kids course . Fa...

One of the most destructive lies our teens are being taught today is how sexuality has become the core of our being. “Being gay” means “This is who I am.” But what does the Bible communicate about who we are? In this talk, Dr. Christopher Yuan unpacks the correct understanding of personhood through the lens of Scripture, as well as the consequences of an incorrect understanding of who we are. Pres...

Thousands of parents have told us the same thing: in homes where digital trust is high, digital friction is low. In this talk, Chris McKenna will share one phrase every child, whether age 4 or 14, needs to hear in the digital age. And when they do, it creates a foundation of digital trust, which is the #1 ingredient in homes that have kids who learn to use technology in good, God-honouring ways. H...

The teen years are full of intense and confusing emotions for parents and teens. In this talk, Phinnah Chichi will help you explore 3 essential emotional skills to foster in your child. Equipped with these skills, they will thrive emotionally and socially and have greater well-being and overall success. Presenter: Phinnah Chichi — Parenting Educator & Coach – Executive Director Of Parenting Te...

Every parent who follows Jesus desires for their children to come to faith and to deepen and establish their faith before leaving home. They hope and pray their children will continue on with their faith through the challenging college years and beyond. In this talk, Dr. Dave Currie shares what you can do to pass on an authentic and vibrant relationship with Jesus. Handout: https://www.familylifec...

As our kids grow, our words may seem to bounce off their ears and into outer space. Their friends, social media influencers or their favourite pop star can begin to shape their beliefs instead of our words and values. In this talk, Kim and Darlene Unrau will help you regain that connection that causes your child to want to hear and deeply consider your values and words. Presenters: Kim & Darle...

The “Love and Logic” approach to parenting holds that ‍children learn the best lessons when they’re given a task and allowed to make their own choices (and fail) when the cost of failure is still small. In this talk, Larry Kerby shares practical ways to apply this approach immediately to a wide range of parenting situations, coupled with love and empathy. Presenter: Larry Kerby — Parenting & L...

We all want our children to thrive with joy as they grow into adulthood, but parenting can feel like a minefield of decisions and challenges. In this talk by Jeffrey and Amy Olrick, you’ll discover the surprising importance of delight and how both science and faith affirm it as the key to helping your child thrive for a lifetime. Handout: familylifecanada.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Handout_Del...

Your child may be different, but they can still thrive. As a parent, understanding and navigating this journey alongside your child is crucial for fostering their growth, resilience and well-being. In this talk by Phinnah Chichi, you’ll learn 7 pillars that will help you advocate for and nurture your neurodivergent child in a neurotypical world. Presenter: Phinnah Chichi — Parenting Educator &...

Do you find yourself overwhelmed or frustrated with the intensity of your child’s emotions? Do you long for more peaceful moments in your home? In this talk by Jenn Dean, you’ll learn practical steps to be less stressed as you support your child in the middle of their big emotions. Presenter: Jenn Dean, Founder of Families Matter Most If you have questions or a prayer request, please reach out to...