Events

Welcome Call

Parenting is a lot, and if you’ve been carrying that quiet worry of the climate crisis as well, and looking for a meaningful way to channel it, you are not alone.

Come hang out with us at our next Network Welcome Call.

There is absolutely no "expert" requirement here. We’re just a bunch of parents and grandparents holding space for each other and working together to build a safer future. Whether you’ve never spoken a word about climate change out loud, are just a little curious, or have been in this space for years, you belong here.

What to expect?

• Meet local parents who share your values and completely get it.

• See how tiny, collective actions within the For Our Kids network add up to real, systemic change.

• Whether you're wondering what a local team actually does or just want to listen with your camera off, we're here for it.

We aren't just fighting for the planet; we're building a village for our kids. We would love to meet you.

When: June 10, 2026, at 4PM PT/5PM MT/6PM CT/ 7 PM ET/ 8PM AT.

Gather and Grow: Families Connecting for a Better Future

Join us for a free, family-friendly potluck gathering in East Vancouver to connect with other families who care about climate action, build community resilience, share practical skills, and find joy together in challenging times.

Hosted by members of For Our Kids Burnaby, For Our Kids Richmond, and For Our Kids Vancouver, this relaxed afternoon at Trout Lake Park will include:

• A hands-on butterfly art activity for kids
• Tips for hosting a meaningful community-building event
• Emergency preparedness for climate-related events
• Shared food, conversation, and community connection
• And more!

Whether you’re already involved in climate organizing or simply looking to meet like-minded folks, all are welcome.

The agenda will follow a participant-driven format, so if you have an activity or topic you'd like to share, please bring it!

If possible, please bring your own plates, cutlery, and cups to minimize waste. 

Date: Saturday, June 13
Time: 12:30–3:30 PM
Location: Trout Lake Park

(Exact location details will be shared closer to the date.)

 

 

Schools Group Meet-up June 2026

Join us on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 7pm ET for an evening of story-telling, connecting, and learning.

With only a few more weeks of school left, it's a good time to come together to celebrate your accomplishments this past year, meet other parents who are taking school climate actions, and brainstorm ideas for future school actions. We will be joined by Jackie McVicar, Atlantic Canada Organizer with For Our Kids, to talk about extreme heat in schools and the For Our Kids “Hot Schools, Cool Solutions” campaign. Jackie will be sharing her experience and learning with extreme heat in Nova Scotia.

This is a space to ask questions, share your own school's challenges, and find a supportive network of parents doing the same work across the country. Grab a tea, hop on, and let’s grow this movement together. Kids and pets are welcome!

• Date: Monday, June 15th, 2026
• Time: 4:00 PM PT | 5:00 PM MT | 6:00 PM CT | 7:00 PM ET | 8:00 PM AT

Tri-Cities Meet and Greet

Tri-Cities parents, grandparents and caregivers: Let's connect!

Are you a parent, grandparent, or caregiver in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, or Port Moody and concerned about climate change? Join us for a friendly meet & greet to connect with other like-minded folks in your community!

This is your chance to:

• Meet other parents and caregivers who share your passion for creating a healthy planet for our kids.
• Brainstorm ideas for local climate action in the Tri-Cities.
• Hear from parents involved in climate organizing.
• Find out how For Our Kids can support you in making a difference.

RSVP to receive the Zoom link.

Let's work together to build a more sustainable future for our children and our community in the Tri-Cities!

Climate Café - June 24

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

4pm PT / 5pm MT / 6pm CT / 7pm ET / 8pm AT

1.5 hours

What is a Climate Café?

The Climate Psychology Alliance of North America defines a climate cafe in this way:

• An informal, open, respectful, confidential space to safely share emotional responses and reactions related to the climate and environmental emergency (i.e. a “container”).
• A space for exploration of thoughts, feelings and experiences rather than what we are DOING about the climate crisis.
• A quiet, reflective experience - a haven from usual busyness and activity.
• Not designed to lead participants to any conclusion or toward action (actions can be discussed, but reflection is paramount).

Attending a Climate Café can help participants process emotions related to climate change, but it is not a replacement for therapy.

How will the For Our Kids Climate Café be structured?

The Climate Café will be co-facilitated by two members of the For Our Kids support team. They’ll begin by introducing the purpose and flow of the session, then invite participants to take turns sharing their thoughts, feelings, and experiences related to climate change while others listen with care and without interruption. At times, facilitators may offer a question prompt to help guide the round of sharing.

How many people can attend the Climate Café?

We will limit the climate café to 9 participants to allow time for everyone to share. If the 9 spaces fill up, we will start a waitlist. Please change your RSVP if you are no longer able to attend, so we can open up space for others.

PLEASE NOTE: We ask that participants arrive on time at the Climate Café. We will stop admitting participants 5 minutes after the start time of the Climate Café. This helps to minimize disruptions and sets up a safe space that helps a deeper conversation unfold.

Welcome Call

Parenting is a lot, and if you’ve been carrying that quiet worry of the climate crisis as well, and looking for a meaningful way to channel it, you are not alone.

Come hang out with us at our next Network Welcome Call.

There is absolutely no "expert" requirement here. We’re just a bunch of parents and grandparents holding space for each other and working together to build a safer future. Whether you’ve never spoken a word about climate change out loud, are just a little curious, or have been in this space for years, you belong here.

What to expect?

• Meet local parents who share your values and completely get it.

• See how tiny, collective actions within the For Our Kids network add up to real, systemic change.

• Whether you're wondering what a local team actually does or just want to listen with your camera off, we're here for it.

We aren't just fighting for the planet; we're building a village for our kids. We would love to meet you.

When: Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 3PM PT/4PM MT/5PM CT/6PM ET/7PM AT.

Welcome Call

Between daily parenting duties and quiet anxiety about the environment, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. If you want to turn that worry into something positive, come hang out at our next Network Welcome Call.

We are a community of parents and grandparents looking out for each other and trying to make a difference in our communities. Whether you've never talked about climate change before or have been active for years, you are welcome.

What to expect:

• A chance to meet others who share your mindset.

• A look at how tiny, collective steps within For Our Kids lead to big institutional shifts.

• Participate however you like, even if that just means listening with your video off. Kids and pets are welcome!

We aren’t just looking after the earth; we’re showing up for each other. We’d love to have you with us.

When: Saturday, August 15, 2026, at 9.30 AM PT/10.30 AM MT/11.30 AM CT/12.30 PM ET/1.30 PM AT.