The Child and Family Art Project (CFAP) is a series of inter-related and interdependent activities designed to help children and families heal from the Intergenerational Impacts of residential school abuse.

The program was founded on the belief that Aboriginal traditions of communal art-making and the process of Art Therapy within a family –like atmosphere can foster relationships of trust and a sense of belonging for urban Aboriginal families at risk.

Through this process. Families begin to see a clearer, more positive picture of themselves, their interaction with others, the problems they face and the solutions that are possible.
Services Offered:

About you and Me – for children 7-12 years old and their parent’s caregivers who want to learn better ways to express how they feel and communicate with each other.

Mondays 4pm to 8pm

Little Wisdom Warriors – for children 7-12 years old. Through the teachings of the Medicine Wheel children will learn more about heir physical, emotional, mental and spiritual selves
Starting March 9, 2006 Thursdays 4-630pm
Children and families will experience:

• Traditional teachings
• Art experiences
• Mini art group for siblings 4-6 years of age
• After school snacks and dinner
• Parenting circles
• Homework group for children

Programs require registration before joining

Please contact:

Marianna Shturman , MSW
Art Therapy Program Coordinator
748-0657 ex. 224
mshturman@wabano.com