Between
Cultures
Guiding Immigrant Families to Childcare Success
Empowering immigrant children in childcare and their families through education, support, and culturally responsive programs that foster connection and inclusivity in childcare spaces.
We provide a place for empowering immigrant families
We support immigrant and racialized children and their families in navigating childcare systems in Canada while honoring and integrating their cultural identities. We work collaboratively with families, educators, and early learning institutions to build bridges between cultures — ensuring children grow and thrive in environments that reflect who they are.
Some services we provide for our families
Our programs support immigrant and racialized children and families in navigating childcare in Alberta and Canada. We collaborate with childcare providers and institutions to create culturally responsive environments that meet the needs of immigrant children.
Cultural Orientation for Families
We offer workshops and personalized support to help families understand Western cultural norms, childcare systems, and early learning philosophies—while recognizing and respecting their own traditions.
Inclusive Childcare Support
We work directly with childcare providers to integrate culturally diverse practices into daily routines, classroom activities, storytelling, food, and family engagement.
Educator Training & Resources
We provide training, toolkits, and one-on-one mentoring for early childhood educators to promote equity, inclusion, and cultural humility in their teaching.
Storytelling Circles
Safe spaces for families and educators to share experiences, ask questions, and build cross-cultural understanding in a welcoming and judgment-free environment. Pod cast creation and other initiatives that amplify voices rarely heard.
We support immigrant families to understand Canadian childcare expectations while bridging their home culture with
Canadian values.
Stories Between Cultures
A podcast and video series featuring personal stories of and Caribbean immigrants, sharing cultural identity and integration experiences.
Heritage Exchange
Connecting elders with youth for cultural preservation and leadership development, bridging generational gaps through tradition.
Community Dialogues
Monthly forums fostering dialogue, education, and celebration to advance cross-cultural understanding and community unity.
Cultural Cooking Classes
Traditional dish workshops for cultural appreciation.
Between Cultures Childcare
Culturally responsive early childhood education.
Family Mentorship Network
Experienced immigrant families mentor newcomers.
