Eligible families who have one parent who stays at home or works, volunteers or attends school less than 20 hours per week may qualify for a subsidy of up to $1,200 per year for each pre-school-aged child who attends a licensed pre-school or an approved early childhood development program.

For more information please visit the Government of Alberta, Children and Youth Services

Download Parents and Players Guide

To assist parents and players in understanding the sport of lacrosse, the Canadian Lacrosse Association has developed the Parents and Players Guide to Lacrosse.

This guide will provide you with general information to help you and your child get the most out of participating in lacrosse. As a parent, you will:

1. Understand how this truly ‘Canadian game’ is played;
2. Grasp the basic skills;
3. Comprehend what your child needs to fully enjoy playing
the sport;
4. Find out where you can obtain further information on
programs and competitions;

Lacrosse is about having fun. As a parent you can play a vital role in the development of your child while having fun.

Be positive about your child’s participation. Encourage. Support. Volunteer. Listen. Pay attention to your child’s progress. Be a positive role model. Remind your child, and yourself, that winning isn’t everything.

• Please download the full guide » download now

Your Role as a Sport Parent

We all know that sport is important to the development of our children. As parents you are very influential in your child’s life. You, along with your child’s coach, are the most influential people in ensuring your child has a positive experience in sport. Here are a couple of simple tips that you can follow to help ensure your child gets the most out of their sport experience and that it is as positive as it can be.

1. Be a role model

• Encourage all participants, not just your own child.
• Don’t overreact to the coach’s or official’s decisions.

2. Encourage your child and help them to develop self-esteem.

3. Emphasize fun and skill development.

4. Help your child to set personal goals.

5. Become actively involved in your child’s sport:

• Offer to bring drinks or snacks.
• Volunteer to help coach.
• Offer to carpool.