Edmonton's Child Magazine - Online Edition

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT	Top
Alberta Legislature Edmonton Phone: 780-427-7362 Email: visitorinfo@assembly.ab.ca Website: assembly.ab.ca Come out with the family on July 1st and discover the Alberta Legislature. The day begins with a pancake breakfast starting at 7:00 am and then the fun continues all day until 5:00 pm. Brian Lehr Productions Edmonton Phone: 780-634-8286 Website: brianlehr.ca Lehr Entertainment provides magical entertainment at events for children. For over 25 years, children’s entertainer Brian Lehr has been putting the MAGIC back into children’s lives with his exciting magic shows. Choo-Choo the Clown Edmonton Phone: 780-668-4204 Email: choo_choo@hotmail.com Website: choochootheclown.net When you need a Clown, Choo-Choo can come around. When it’s a party you’re having Choo-Choo can help with the laughing. Choo-Choo is a “punny” character providing good, clean fun for all ages- from birthday parties to corporate events! Clay for Kids Edmonton Phone: 780-487-2874 Email: edmonton@clayforkids.com Website: clayforkids.com Clay for Kids allows children to create their own hand-built clay projects. GiGi & Friends Inc. Edmonton Phone: 780-975-8232 Email: ggroene1@telusplanet.net Website: pullishy.ca/gigi GiGi & Friends offers airbrush face painting using water-based, non-toxic, cosmetic-grade face & body makeup that washes off with soap and water, making it suitable for all ages. Balloon animals and story time with magic tricks are also available. Choose from a variety of characters to suit your event. Kidz Quarterz Sherwood Park Phone: 780-467-0172 Address: #172, 2693 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park Email: info@kidzquarterz.ca Website: kidzquarterz.ca We are an indoor recreational facility for children under 13 and their families. Our facility features an indoor play structure, secured toddler area, gaming area and restaurant. We have four party rooms which include a sports room, castle (medieval) room, Canadian wildlife room and a very large karaoke room. We offer facility rentals and are open 7 days per week. Mike Bell - Child & Family Entertainer Magic Mike's Entertainment Edmonton Phone: 780-886-3329 Email: tcmagic@shaw.ca Website: kidabra.org/member/mitzy A birthday is a very special occasion and Magic Mike knows how to create special memories for your child & their guests. Combining magic, music, fun & laughter, Mike brings a magical entertainment experience right to your home or rental facility to create not only magic - but memories! Noah's Ark Workshops Sherwood Park Phone: 780-410-0978 We Come To You! During the workshop each participant will hand-stuff their very own cuddly friend, wish on a Rainbow Star, create a customized birth certificate and dress up their new friend. Workshops can be customized with additional activities and themes and to meet any budget. Princess Palace Sherwood Park Phone: 780-467-6218 Website: princess-palace.ca Open the front door of Princess Palace and enter a world where imagination meets reality! At the Princess Palace we allow you the peace of mind to celebrate your child’s birthday, without the stress of being the party organizer. You are not obligated to lift a finger. Sit back in our parent dining room, and enjoy a cup of fine tea, and biscuits while our attendants pander to everyone’s needs. Our ultimate goal is to service not only our royal guests, but also our royal parents. Royal Alberta Museum Edmonton Phone: 780-453-9100 Website: royalalbertamuseum.ca Dragons descend on Edmonton…….but only until September 14th. This exhibition contains something for the whole family to enjoy as it explores the many myths and peculiarities of dragons. In addition to the exhibition, many other family friendly Dragon activities are taking place. For more information, call or visit the website. Spectacular Magic of Kent Wong (The)Edmonton Phone: 780-907-6273 Fax: 780-423-3187 Email: rjkentertainment@hotmail.com Kent Wong has amazed audiences with his unique brand of magic and humour for over 35 years. From birthday parties to grand scale illusions, Kent has done it all. With highly customized entertainment packages designed to fit your exact needs and budget, Kent Wong is the magician for you! Theme Dream Parties Edmonton Phone: 780-478-7123 Email: festas@shaw.ca Website: themedreamparties.ca "Making your child's birthday party memorable". Have you heard about Brazilian Kids' party style? The Brazilian kids' party style is a mixture of creativity, colors and good taste. We specialize in children's birthday parties and also baby showers. We decorate your child’s birthday party with beautiful hand painted ornaments that will amaze your guests and little one! Visit the website to view our gallery of photo’s and for more information.
CAMPS, CLASSES & PROGRAMS	Top
CAMPS Academy for Mathematics & Science Edmonton, St. Albert Londonderry Mall (North): 780-456-3632 Aspen Corner (South): 780- 414-0360 St. Albert Tudor Glen Place): 780-459-8886 Website: acadfor.com The Academy offers fun summer programs for all grades. Daytime and evening programs are available for students to improve their Math, Language Arts and Science skills. Each program is individually designed for students to catch up or move ahead. A free assessment of each student is included. Alberta Camp Cherith Sundre Website: albertacampcherith.org Alberta Camp Cherith is an inter-denominational camp designed especially for girls in grades 3 to 12. Held at Camp Teepee Pole near Sundre, girls enjoy archery, tubing, a day at a ranch, canoeing, plus whitewater rafting and rappelling for our older campers! Check out our website for more details. Bates Bar J Ranch Cochrane Phone: 403-637-2199 Email: bates@batesbarj.com Website: batesbarj.com Bates Bar J Ranch is a Western Riding Camp for boys and girls ages 8 years to 15 who would enjoy a western holiday. Boys and girls will participate in real ranch life featuring horseback riding and are taught riding, grooming, feeding and care of horses. Proper use and maintenance of tack and rigging is also included. Blarney Stone Farms Spruce Grove Phone: 780-913-8309 or 780-470-0581 (Alix) Email: alixdawnc@hotmail.com Blarney Stone Farms offers riding camps for all riding abilities to girls and boys ages 6 and up. Camps run during the months of July and August. Call or email for more information and to register. Cadence Creek Equine Centre Ardrossan Phone: 780-908-1604 Email: info@cadencecreek.ca Website: cadencecreek.ca We are located only 15 minutes East of Edmonton. Horseback Riding Lessons for ages 2 and up, Summer Day and Overnight Camps and Horse Boarding. Visit cadencecreek.ca or call (780) 908 1604 for more information. Camp Warwa Lac. Ste. Anne Phone: 780-892-3648 Email: info@campwarwa.org Website: campwarwa.org A 23-acre paradise located on Lac Ste. Anne 80 km west of Edmonton sets the stage each week for personal challenge and development. Since 1986 Camp Warwa has been introducing children 7-16 years to the adventure that a summer camp experience has to offer. We strive to make every camper's experience an unforgettable one. Cecchetti Dance Theatre Edmonton Phone: 780-233-2232 Address: 10330 – 84 Avenue, TransAlta Arts Barns E-mail: cecchettidancetheatre@shaw.ca Website: cecchettidance.com Summer Dance Intensive 2008, offering ballet, pointe, jazz and hip hop to all ages and levels starting at age 3 years-old and up. Classes for All programs are within a state of the art facility in the heart of Old Strathcona with ample parking available. For further information please call or visit our website. Conservatory of Music – Grant MacEwan Edmonton and Sherwood Park Phone: 780-633-3729 Website: macewan.ca/conservatory The Conservatory of Music offers private instruction for students of all skill levels. Music in Early Childhood builds an exceptional musical foundation for children 6 months to 5 years. Music in Early Childhood and private lessons are offered at Alberta College (10050 MacDonald Drive), Gateway (104 Street and 34 Avenue) and Sherwood Park (2016 Sherwood Drive). Call or visit our website for more information. Dance Alberta Edmonton Phone: 780-428-7808 Address: 11205 107 Avenue Email: dancealberta@gmail.com Website: dancealberta.com Dance Alberta has existed in Edmonton for over 35 years to provide the highest quality dance education through professional instruction in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern, Hip Hop, and related fields of dance. We strive to provide this education in a positive, fun and professional atmosphere, training dedicated, balanced, well-mannered and thinking individuals who will be an asset to any community. Call for summer camp information. Discover E Edmonton Phone: 780-492-8779 Email: discovere@ualberta.ca Website: discovere.ualberta.ca Discover E is a not-for-profit, student-run program at the University of Alberta with the goal of fostering interest in science, engineering, and technology in youth. We offer science, technology and engineering day camps during July and August. Edmonton Fencing Club Edmonton Phone: 780-434-3000 Address: 9937 – 60 Avenue Website: edmontonfencing.com We are the only club with 10 permanent electrical fencing strips. Whether you’re interested in getting some exercise, learning a new skill, or training to compete, the Edmonton Fencing Club has something for you. Register early to secure a place! Phone or visit our website. Kidz Make Cents Edmonton Phone: 780-483-4010 Address: 10305 - 174 Street Email: emailus@kidzmakecents.com Kidz Make Cents is the number one financial resource to teach children how to become “money smart”. We offer financial literacy programs and educational resources to kids, youth and parents that utilize interactive games and educational activities that are fun and highly experiential. Let your family experience a wealth of fun learning critical life and financial skills with Kidz Make Cents. Long Lake Outdoor Education Centre Long Lake Phone: 780-644-8466 (toll free 310-0000) Contact: Carly Steiger, Camp Director Email: Carly.Steiger@gov.ab.ca Website: longlakecentre.alberta.ca The Long Lake Centre provides a safe, challenging and fun experience. From canoeing and climbing to plant and wildlife identification, each day offers a new adventure. Participants walk away with new confidence, skills, friends and awareness for our natural environment. It's the classic camp experience in the ideal wilderness setting. Marr Mac Dance and Theatre Arts Center Edmonton Phone: 780-434-9281 Address: 8627 - 109 Street Email: marrmac@telus.net Website: marrmac.com Marr Mac is having a Summer Dance camp from July 7th-11th. Open to beginner dancers ages 4 and up. Come and join the fun as we do ballet, jazz, hip hop and arts and crafts. For more information, call or visit our website. Pedalheads Edmonton Phone: 1-888-886-6464 Website: pedalheads.ca From Training Wheels to Trails: Pedalheads is an 8-level instructional bike safety and skills program for kids aged 4-14. Our certified instructors teach beginners right up to competent riders the fundamentals of riding, with safety as the foundation. Get ready to ride’ cause Pedalheads is coming to Edmonton this summer! Royal City Soccer Club Edmonton, Red Deer & Calgary Phone: 1-800-427-0536 Website: royalsoccer.com Welcome to the Super Summer Soccer+ Camp 2008. We are now the largest grassroots soccer camps in Canada! Our program is designed to promote personal development, team building and of course....FUN! All boys & girls between the ages of 5 to 13 (at time of camp) are encouraged to register. We offer full day and half day sessions. Royal Tyrrell Museum Drumheller Phone: 310-000 + 403-823-7707 Website: tyrrellmuseum.com The Encana Badland’s Science Camp offers amazing hands-on learning opportunities in biology, paleontology, and geology. Prospect for fossils, dig in a dinosaur quarry, assemble dinosaur casts, canoe along the Red Deer River, and sleep in a real teepee. Call toll free 310.0000 + 403.823.7707 or visit: tyrrellmuseum.com CLASSES & PROGRAMS Baby Boogie Sherwood Park Phone: 780-464-1829 Email: michelle@harmonymusic.ca Website: harmonymusic.ca Come enjoy a fun and relaxed music program with baby 3-12 months. Learn wonderful songs and games to play in this interactive class. Parents will enjoy the take-home music package, which includes a lyric booklet of baby songs and games, award-winning CD (with 74 tracks) and a package of baby musical instruments. Dance’n More! for Kids (Ages 3-9) Edmonton Phone: 780-436-1590 Address: McKernan Community Hall (University Area) Email: vandot2@telus.net DANCE! Revel in the joy of aesthetic movement!! Dance for fun, exercise, healthy vigorous activity… for personal confidence, self-realization. ALL CHILDREN experience a broad variety of dance forms (creative, jazz, hip hop, folk, etc.) integrated with other Arts activities, to build movement skills and enhance development on many levels. Edmonton School of Ballet Edmonton Phone: 780-440-2100 or 780- 450-2100 Address: 8205 90 Avenue Email: admin@esbdance.com Website: esbdance.com Edmonton School of Ballet offers classes for 3 year-olds to adults, beginner to professional. We also offer many types of dance classes from ballet to hip hop. Fit n’ Fun Edmonton Phone: 780-668-3227 Website: customfit.ca Fit n' Fun is an inclusive program for children ages 18mths. - 12 years old, and offers several parented and un-parented physical fitness classes that focus on movement and skill acquisition at a developmental level. NEW this year; a parent-child abs class. Gymboree Edmonton Phone: 780-474-9626 Email: gymboedm@telus.net Website: Gymboreeclasses.com All seven of our new age-appropriate levels from birth to five years are designed to, not only encourage your child’s development, but to help you better understand it. Play, Music and Art classes for 0-5. As well, we have wonderful birthday parties. Call or visit gymboreeclasses.com to learn more. Heather’s Musical Garden Edmonton Phone: 780-439-7475 Email: heather@heathersmusicalgarden.com Website: heathersmusicalgarden.com We offer parented music classes for babies and infants from birth to age five. Classes are full of songs, stories, rhymes, games, instrument playing, dancing, baby signing and so much more! Curriculum has been thoughtfully prepared to engage your child at their own level fostering mental, physical, social and emotional growth. Itsy Bitsy Yoga Edmonton Phone: 780-405-7497 Email: wendy@pureyogastudio.ca Website: pureyogastudio.ca Help your baby or tot sleep better, digest easier, be happier and stay healthier with Itsy Bitsy Yoga®! We will introduce your baby or tot and you to the many benefits of yoga. It is a compassionate, fun-loving and interactive program that focuses on the child’s exploration of yoga and your bond with each other. The program includes over 75 calming & nurturing yoga poses & techniques for children 3 weeks to 24 months old. Salsa Babies Edmonton Phone: 780-701-4942 Email: info@jadoredance.com Website: salsababies.com We offer fun and physical activity for the whole family with recreation focused dance classes for adults, children, and parents with babies. Come Sing! Dance! And Play! Science Alberta Calgary Phone: 403-220-0077 Email: info@sciencealberta.org Website: sciencealberta.org Science Alberta Foundation has created many different programs that you can use in your home, at school, or in your community. Sing ‘N Groove Edmonton Phone: 780-417-0013 (Leesila) Email: groovechoir@yahoo.ca Website: sing-n-groove.com Sing 'N Groove Homeschool Choir is a dynamic, fun, and active choir for kids ages 4-12. Students will perform a wide variety of musical styles and enjoy various community performances! Sung Lee TaeKwonDo Edmonton (3 Locations) Phone: 780-474-5425 Website: sunglee-taekwondo.com At Sung Lee TaeKwonDo Academy healthy bodies, minds and spirits are promoted. We are committed to teaching Black Belt excellence which is an attitude of both the heart and the mind and have been serving Edmonton since 1980. Sunshine Generation Edmonton and Sherwood Park Phone: 780-242-7788 Website: sunshinegeneration.ca Sunshine Generation is currently taking registration for classes. Children ages 3 - teen can learn the fundamentals of song and dance while building confidence and self-esteem. We have 3 locations in Edmonton and area. For more information call Jenni or visit our website sunshinegeneration.ca. Tiny Hands Talk-Sign Language for all Children Edmonton Phone: 780-757-5514 (Jenny) Website: tinyhandstalk.ca Email: jenny@tinyhandstalk.com Tiny Hands Talk is offering ASL (American Sign Language) Classes to parents and teachers of children between 6 months to 7 years old. Learn sign language vocabulary, children's books and songs using speech & Sign Language. Helping infants to communicate before they can speak a great educational tool and lots of fun for all. All resources are provided for you to keep. Classes can be held in your home or centre/school. Please organize a group; host or director/organizer receives a gift. Choose as many classes as you like up to 8 classes. Groups of 3 or more @ $30pp for a one hour class Groups of 8 or more @ $20pp for a one hour class
CAREER	Top
Attention Stay-at-Home Moms: International company is offering a great opportunity for you to work from home, while helping others become healthy and stay healthy. For 20 years we market save and effective nutritional products for people (adults and children) who are looking for natural solutions to their health problems. Our products provide optimal nutrition in the most bioavailable form-shakes. No side effects! We offer you the chance to work from home and offer a flexible part-time or full-time schedule. Work from home…find out how. Call: 1-877-818-9645 Watkins Phone: 780-980-9643 (Charlene) Attention stay at home parents! Are you looking for a practical way to supplement your household income? Try Watkins Products! This 140 year-old company offers quality cooking and baking needs, a medicinal line, botanical body care, and biodegradable home care products with a money back guarantee. For just $39.95 and no sales quotas, what do you have to lose? Work At Home United Alberta Phone: 403-246-2933 Website: helpingothersfromhome.com Financial Freedom? Quality time with Family? Balance in your Personal, Family and Business life? Work At Home United! is an award winning team with unparalleled success. We will supply you with the FREE training, FREE tools, mentoring needed to work from home and be successful. Call or visit our website, and request information.
HEALTH & SUPPORT	Top
Alberta Blue Cross Alberta Phone: 1-800-394-1965 Website: ab.bluecross.ca As Alberta's largest benefits carrier, Alberta Blue Cross provides supplementary health and dental benefit programs to meet the health needs of over 1.4 million Albertans. We offer benefit plans for individuals and families, seniors, and large and small employers. We also administer health programs for provincial, territorial and federal governments. Association for Safe Alternatives in Childbirth (ASAC) Edmonton Phone: 780-425-7993 Address: 7219-106 Street (side door) A network of parents and health professionals who believe that childbirth is a special, normal, and healthy part of life. Resources and activities are available to families to help them make educated choices about childbirth. Crossroads Family Services Edmonton Phone: 780-430-7715 URGENT: FOSTER HOMES NEEDED. You could make a big difference in the life of a child. If you have extra room in your heart and home, join our foster parenting team and receive top notch training and support. YOUR HOME, THEIR HOPE. Call Crossroads Family Services at 780-430-7715. The Family Zone Edmonton Phone: 780-490-1048 Email: sue@stuff4families.com Website: stuff4families.com Discover the BEST tips on what really works with kids in Raising Well-Behaved Kids: 42 Tips From Toddler to Teen That Really Work! For this and other terrific family stuff including The Instead Of ... Cookbook, audio programs, coaching programs and more, check out stuff4families.com for more information. Hypnosis for Life Inc. Edmonton Phone: 780-991-1228 Address: Inside the Centre for Well-Being #500, 10339-124 Street Email: terri@hypnosis-for-life.com Website: hypnosis-for-life.com Hypnosis is a supportive, client focused process. Clinical hypnotherapist Terri Cooper’s BSW RSW CCHT areas of interest include the use of hypnosis for: pregnancy/birth comfort weight release, eliminating phobias, quitting smoking, self discovery, improved relaxation/sleep, career/life goal planning, confidence building and sports performance etc. Terri is a registered social worker with specialized training in clinical hypnotherapy and neurolinguistic conditioning. Judy Holt, Author & Wellness Consultant Phone: 403-782-5852 Website: shaklee.net/jhlifestyles healthtowealthpublishing.com Author of "1 Potato, 2 Potato, Couch Potato to You" offering family wellness tips for all ages. Find Shaklee Get Clean, non-toxic Household Cleaners, featured on Oprah on my website: shaklee.net/jhlifestyles or view/order my book at: healthtowealthpublishing.com. Rabbit Hill Dental Studio Edmonton Phone: 780-989-3300 Address: 14264 - 23 Avenue Our fun-filled playroom, movies and our Twinky Star Coloured Fillings make your child’s visit to the dentist an event. Located in Terwillegar, Rabbit Hill Dental Studio uses the Dental Laser, which means no numbness, no shots and no drills (in most cases). Take the stress out of going to the dentist and call us for your next appointment. We specialize in Complete Family Dentistry. Sleep Matters Edmonton Phone: 780-231-2222 Email: info@yoursleepmatters.com Website:yoursleepmatters.com Sleep is an essential building block for a healthy and happy child. Sleep Matters will help you develop the skills and routines your child needs to sleep soundly and independently, at night and during the day. Led by two physiotherapists who combine professional work in pediatric development with their own experiences as mothers, Sleep Matters offers education, discussion and support through both group classes and telephone consultations. UC Baby Edmonton Phone: 780-444-1006 Address: #202, 11523 – 100 Ave Website: ucbaby.ca At UC Baby, 3 dimensional ultrasound is the most advanced ultrasound technology, which provides life-like baby pictures. Compared to traditional ultrasound pictures, these are spectacular baby pictures – see smiles, yawning and sucking motions. Leader of 3D ultrasound. Women’s Wealth & Wellness Team Sherwood Park Phone: 780-922-8797 or 1-866-261-0208 E-mail: kellyganong@iGlide.net Website: kelly.womenswealthandwellness.com We are skilled at providing the best possible support to protect your child against toxic threats. We have the latest in health and nutrition, expert training, coaching and personal mentoring - as well as an incredible support team of women just like you.
PRESCHOOL/PLAYSCHOOL/EDUCATION	Top
Elves Child Development Centre Edmonton Phone: 780-454-5310 Address: 10825 - 142 St. E-mail: elves@telusplanet.net Accredited education school for children with special needs offers: Preschool Programs for children with autism, fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), multiple disabilities or speech, gross/fine motor, and cognitive or behavioral delays. A school program is also offered for children who are autistic, medically-fragile or multiply-disabled. On site Teachers, Teacher Assistants, Nurses, Behavioral and Early Childhood consultants, Occupational and Physical Therapists, Speech Language Pathologist and Social Workers. Grovenor School – Kindergarten Edmonton Phone: 780-455-0832 Website: ourmusicalschool.ca Kindergarten at Grovenor School, with music teacher Cheryl Barron, hits all the right notes. Singing and dancing, counting and reading: having fun is the best way to learn. Check out Grovenor Public School, in west-central Edmonton, online at ourmusicalschool.ca or call 455-0832. Helping Hands Preschool Edmonton Phone: 780-757-4601 Address: 10014 - 81 Ave (Located in Trinity Lutheran Church bsmt.) Email: info@helpinghandspreschool.ca Website: helpinghandspreschool.ca Open House Tuesday, April 15 from 5-7pm! Helping Hands Preschool is a diverse and inclusive program for children age three to five. Our qualified Early Childhood Educators provide a loving, safe, nurturing and stimulating environment with a quality “Learn Through Play” approach with weekly thematic units. Join us for our Open House. Les P’tits Amis Edmonton Phone: 780-473-8853 Address: 12050–95th Street Open House on May 21st and 22nd. A French preschool offering challenging, exciting and educational classes for children of preschool ages 3 and 4. Mrs. Carmen Amyotte and Mrs. Michèle Morency our two experienced and dedicated teachers have been welcoming kids from your community since 1995. Please come visit us during our Open House or contact us. Seedlings Preschool Stony Plain Phone: 780-232-5633 Email: seedlingspreschool@live.ca Innovative nature-based preschool program in Stony Plain. We believe that children need to explore and learn their world using all their senses. Activities include outdoor exploration, art, music and children’s yoga. Flexible days/times. No parent duty days or fundraising. Summer camps.
SHOPPING & SERVICES	Top
Allykat Graphics Phone: 780-987-4603 Website: allykatgraphics.ca Designer of this publication. Specializing in multi-page publications, logo design and brochures. If you are in business, you could use our services. Let us design your printed material, in our unique style. We produce superior results. Check out our website for more info. AmyLou Boutique Edmonton Phone: 780-432-3534 Address: Terwillegar Heights Towne Square 2325 Rabbit Hill Road Website: amylouboutique.com AmyLou Boutique offers unique, exclusive lines to the Edmonton Area for Children-Newborn to size 10 as well as Maternity. Juicy Couture, Sevens, Rock & Republic are lines sought after by the stars and you too can dress your little ones or your expanding belly in the most amazing styles. Visit us for unique Shower Gifts, Diaper and Bedroom accessories that are sure to be a hit! Birth Source Inc. Edmonton Phone: 780-758-2525 Address: 7109-101 Avenue Website: birthingstuff.com Birth Source Inc. is a unique retail store and learning space for mothers, mothers-to-be, babies and the people that care about them. We provide products, supplies, gifts, workshops, prenatal education, and other resources to enhance the lives of the customers we serve. High quality products and superior customer service are the cornerstones of our business. Box Cars and One-Eyed Jacks Edmonton Phone: 780-440-6284 Website: boxcarsandoneeyedjacks.com ‘Math Attack’ and ‘On A Roll to Spelling’ are just a few of the Box Cars award winning titles to choose from. Our games motivate and challenge kids to strategize and practice skills, while having fun. Using cards and dice, kids explore math and literacy concepts through a "hands-on" approach. We believe in empowering all kids to become confident learners for life. Bump Maternity Edmonton Phone number: 780-437-2867 Address: 11157 Ellerslie Road SW Website: bump-maternity.com “Flaunt your Bump! Bump Maternity offers exclusive collections in a beautiful and inviting environment, and all of our clothing is chosen to make women feel beautiful and comfortable with their changing shape. We want women to embrace their bump and show it off in style – because pregnancy shouldn’t be about sacrifice.” E-Children Edmonton 10424 - 169 Street (facing 170th Street) Phone: 780-489-0707 Toll Free: 1-800-377-8278 Email: edechild@telus.net Website: e-childrenonline.com Visit Edmonton’s largest specialty children’s store. We carry a large selection of children’s furniture, bedding, strollers, clothing and innovative, unique children’s products from around the world. Our staff works hard to ensure you will receive personalized, informative service, quality products and competitive prices. Edmonton Dental Assistants Association Edmonton Phone: 780-987-2022 Email: edaa@interbaun.com Website: edaa.ab.ca April is Dental Health month. Oral health is important and a healthy smile is forever. Elephants Never Forget Edmonton Phone: 780-453-5121 Address: High Street - 12515 - 102 Avenue Experience one of Canada’s most amazing toy stores – bursting with unique and innovative toys from around the world! We boast the largest selection of Brio, Playmobil, Lamaz Baby, Tiny Love, Creativity, and Thomas the Train. Explore our enormous collection of dress-up, crafts, music, science, construction, bath-time, puzzles and games. For the child in all of us, come and visit. The Family Law Firm Edmonton Phone: 780-756-1171 Address: 2nd Floor, 10462- 82nd (Whyte) Ave Email: lawyer@thefamilylawfirm.ca Website: thefamilylawfirm.ca The Family Law Firm is a family owned and based law office providing for all the legal needs of a family. Whether you are purchasing or selling your home, looking to create your will, or if you are dealing with a family breakdown, we understand the unique needs that you have. Children are always welcome as our office is child friendly with toys, movies and activities. Kids’ Furniture Gallery Edmonton Phone: 780-435-5472 Address: 3903 - 99 Street Website: kidsfurnituregallery.com A family owned and operated business that provides quality furniture and accessories from crib to college. The store has earned a great reputation in Edmonton as a first-choice destination for all furnishings that meet the changing needs of children as they grow. Mabel’s Labels Sherwood Park Phone: 780-410-9784 (Heather) Email: simmer277@hotmail.com Website: heather.mabel.ca Labels for the stuff kids lose. Personalized, durable sticky labels, allergy alert labels, bag tags and clothing labels - the ultimate insurance policy for everything that leaves your house. Made in bright colors with charming icons. Dishwasher, microwave, laundry & kid tested! Visit the website for all products available. Once Upon a Child Edmonton Phone: 780-428-3366 Address: 3833 - 99 Street E-mail: ouac@telus.net Website: ouaccanada.com When you sell to us we pay immediately. When you buy from us you get outstanding values. Once Upon a Child takes the growing market of children’s items, focusing on budget conscious families and implementing a recycling element. We buy/sell gently used and new equipment, clothing, furniture, toys, etc. Orchestra Edmonton Phone: 780-758-1522 Address: #1019, West Edmonton Mall Website: orchestra.fr "Keeping kids in fashion from 0 to 14 years old. Orchestra is home to trendy designer collections with amazing details and colours. To complete your outfit collection even further without spending more, remember to look at the "Magic Price" collection! Friendly service, amazing quality, unique design and affordable pricing. " Reachout Canada Fundraising Phone: 780-476-7717 (Norm or Terri) Toll Free: 866-476-7717 Email: info@reachoutcanada.com Website: reachoutcanada.com An independent fundraising facilitator, that has been involved in Alberta since 1997.What makes Reachout unique to any other fundraising representation is it’s partnership with three major Canadian fundraising suppliers. Its principal owner, Norman Dyer, just celebrated 16 years in the industry in August 2007. Reachout Canada offers fundraising programs to almost the entire province of Alberta. We look forward to working with your organization in efforts to raise much needed funds. From SUTP, Hershey ‘s chocolate to English Bay frozen dough. How can we help? Stolen Moment Photography by Candice Edmonton Phone: 780-993-0764 Website: stolenmomentphotography.net "Capturing Life . . . One Moment At A Time."Pregnancy, Childbirth, Newborn, Family, Engagement and Wedding Photography. Packages for every budget. Sundance Lodges Kananaskis Phone: 403-591-7122 Website: sundancelodges.com Email: info@sundancelodges.com Sundance Lodge is a unique privately-owned, family-oriented campground located in the heart of the spectacular recreation area known as Kananaskis Country. Surrounded by the majestic peaks of the Rocky Mountains and bordered by the pristine Kananaskis River, we offer comfortable "adventure-accommodation" in authentic tipis and cozy trapper's tents, as well as secluded, unserviced campsites for tents and RVs. Sun Life Financial – Rachel Manikkawasagan Edmonton Phone: 780-408-5480 Ext. 2240 780-937-8304 Email: rachel.manikkawasagan@sunlife.com Protect your family and make sure they are taken care of no matter what. Call today and ask me how. Trek Escapes Phone: 1-800-387-3574 Website: trekescapes.com Trek Escapes is Canada’s leading small group adventure travel specialist with over 35 years of experience in providing unforgettable journeys around the world. At Trek Escapes, our passion is travel. With Offices in Edmonton, Calgary, Vancouver and Toronto, you will discover that our staff are true travel experts having been to over 100 countries on 7 continents. We invite you to get closer to culture, closer to adventure and closer to making you travel dreams a reality. Tupperware Alberta Phone: 780-922-6855 (Laura Pryatel) Website: my.tupperware.ca/pryatel Tupperware has been in business for over 60 years and is well known in over 100 countries for their many wonderful products. Tupperware saves consumers money and time on food preparation and storage. Whether you attend a party, host a party or explore a career in Tupperware…Tupperware is enjoyed by everyone. Usborne Books Edmonton Phone: 780-437-0327 (Kathy Bell) Website: littlereaders.ca Usborne Books are loved by parents and educators, cherished by kids of all ages and honoured by the publishing industry. Earn free books for your family by hosting a home show, or for schools - book fairs and fundraising read-a-thons. You may also get free books and earn extra income by joining our family oriented business. Wee Piggies & Paws Stony Plain Phone: 780-968-2045 Website: WeePiggies.com Unique, one-of-a-kind bronze plaques, life-cast statues and shadow boxes of your child’s hands and feet. Welcome Wagon Phone: 780-449-3040 Website: welcomewagon.ca We are proud to be a partner in your commitment to the Edmonton Community. With civic and business information, gifts and invitations the Welcome Wagon reaches new residents, expectant mothers, new executives and more! World Financial Group Securities of Canada Inc. Phone: 780-701-4716 Address: 1080, Weber Centre-Calgary Trail South Email: GJouan929LLC@wfgmail.ca WFG is an Independent Financial Services Marketing Company. Our Mission is to help families better understand the money game through personal education and one-one solutions. 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