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Building a Life in Canada courses:
Raising children in Canada
What the course is about
Canadians didn't invent parenting, but every culture has a different way of doing it. This course will reveal to you the unique aspects of raising children in Canada. It explores cultural norms, legal responsibilities, and social dynamics, and it provides practical knowledge and tools to help parents adapt with confidence.
Through real-life scenarios and hands-on guidance, you will learn how to support your children's well-being, strengthen family bonds, and avoid common legal issues you might encounter as an immigrant parent.
Time allocation: ~2 hours of videos
+ ~1hour of independent activities
What you will gain
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Recognize and respect diverse and culturally appropriate parenting styles in Canada.
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Avoid legal issues by building awareness and understanding of Canadian laws and practices related to child protection, human rights, and child services.
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Identify the impact of immigration on family dynamics and ways to support your children in their cultural and emotional transitions.
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Develop awareness of mental health and neurodivergence issues that might affect your family, and how to deal with them.
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Discover community resources and support networks available for newcomer families in Canada.
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Navigate interactions with other children and families, based on cultural and social norms in Canada.
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