Happy 23rd Birthday
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO HAS SUPPORTED US OVER THE PAST 23 YEARS!!
CFEC celebrated our 23rd birthday on October 3, 2025
❤ We couldn’t do this without you. ❤
For most of her life, Razma Zafari’s biggest dream was something most Canadians take for granted: to go to school and learn English. And for more than two decades, the universe conspired to prevent it. Read Vancouver Sun article
The mom didn’t attend school in Africa growing up and wants to get her high school diploma so she can train as a worker who helps in seniors homes. Her daughter was diagnosed earlier thanks to a private assessment. Read Vancouver Sun article
The Canucks Family Education Centre provides help to families through high school upgrading classes for adults and the Get Ready 2 Read (GR2R) program for preschool children. Read Vancouver Sun article or Unabridged version
Donations from generous Vancouver Sun and Province readers have resulted in over $23 million in funds for Raise-a-Reader beneficiaries since 1997. This year’s campaign runs Sept. 20 to 27. Read the Vancouver Sun Article
CFEC is in the process of creating a new area on our site: The Early Childhood Forum. It will focus on sharing the latest information, research and programs with families and practitioners alike. As we discover and learn more about the importance the early years play in forming a strong foundation for children, families, and…
Read Vancouver Sun article Appeal from CFEC Founder & Executive Director, Jean Rasmussen