Reach Blog
Wishes & Wonder Gala was a magical evening!
Reach Society’s ‘Wishes and Wonder’ Gala, June 1, 2024 delivered an evening of magic and whimsy and raised over $145,000. “REACH is dedicated to improving quality of life for families”, says Tamara Veitch, Reach Society Events Coordinator. “This year’s Gala is...
REACH ED named Delta Citizen of the Year 2023
Reach Child and Youth Development Society Executive Director Renie D'Aquila was named Citizen of the Year by the Delta Chamber of Commerce on November 17, 2023. The Delta Optimist wrote an editorial: a Champion of Children on Renie and articles on her accolade also...
Reach for the Stars Gala 2023!
REACH 2023 Reach for the Stars: La Belle Vie Gala was a wonderful success. We send a BIG THANK YOU to Major Donor REALCO Properties, Presenting Sponsors Vancouver Fraser Port Authority and Ocean Trailer as well as Platinum Sponsor Beedie for their enduring support....
FCC Model Paused in BC – Spring 2023
BC’s Ministry of Family Development new service delivery model designed for children and youth with some sort of support need (CYSN) has been paused. At the time of this announcement, the Premier promised continuation of individualized funding or CYSN with autism for...
ਨਵਜਾਤ ਵਿਕਾਸ ਚੈੱਕਲਿਸਟ – Infant Development Checklist in Punjabi
ਸ਼ੁਰੂ ਦੇ ਸਾਲਾਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਹੋਇਆ ਵਿਕਾਸ ਹੀ ਬਾਕੀ ਦੀ ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਦੀ ਬੁਨਿਆਦ ਬਣਦਾ ਹੈ। ਮਹੀਨੇ : 6 ਜਾਂਚ ਕਰਨ ਲਈ ਮੁੰਹ ਵਿੱਚ ਵਸਤੂ ਪਾਉਂਦਾ ਹੈ ------------ ਖਿਡੌਣਾ ਫੜਨ ਲਈ ਯਤਨ ਕਰਦਾ ਹੈ ਢਿੱਡ ਤੋਂ ਘੁੰਮਦਾ ਹੈ ਅਤੇ ਪਿੱਠ ਤੇ ਲਿਟ ਜਾਂਦਾ ਹੈ। ਹੱਥਾਂ ਦੀ ਮਦਦ ਲੈ ਕੇ ਖ਼ੁਦ ਨੂੰ ਬੈਠਣ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਹਿਯੋਗ ਦਿੰਦਾ ਹੈ।...
Family Connections Centres 2023 Update
BC’s Ministry of Family Development new service delivery model designed for chilldren and youth with some sort of support need (CYSN) has been paused. At the time of this annnouncement, the Premier promised continuation of individualized funding or CYSN with autism...
Resources for Punjabi Speaking families
Resourceful ਵਿਸ਼ੇਸ਼ ਲੋੜਾਂ & ਔਟਿਜ਼ਮ Organization for the Punjabi Speaking Community Reach Child and Youth Development Society, a non-profit, has served children and families since 1959. Learn about ਔਟਿਜ਼ਮ and ਵਿਸ਼ੇਸ਼ ਲੋੜਾਂ support in our resource for Punjabi speaking...
Envision Financial Donates $97,000to local charities
On December 15, 2021, Michael Voros, Branch Manager of Ladner Envision brought in a cheque for $24,073 to support REACH. Envision Financial, a division of First West Credit Union, pledged to donate $2 for each valid member vote cast online, by telephone or by text...
Preschool South has space in afternoons!
IF you would like to enroll your 3-5 year old at Reach Preschool in Ladner, Tuesday and Thursday afternoons are available from 1-3:30 pm. We're proud to announce a brand new fenced outside area attached to the preschool that was constructed in 2021. Now there are...
REACH AGM is Sept.16, 2021
Everyone is welcome to REACH Annual General Meeting 2021! It's never been easier to attend when you can do so from the comfort of your own home. Please save the date and join us virtually on the evening of Thursday, September 16th and learn about what goes on behind...
Equal Pay BC
In 2021, postcards were created by a coalition seeking equal pay for employees of un-unionized non-profit organization serving families. They were sent to members of the provincial government to send the message that Community Social Service Workers in BC deserve...
Punjabi Speaking Parent Support Group
REACH Punjabi Speaking Parents Support and Information Group will give parents an opportunity to learn about resources and funding, share concerns, connect with other parents and support one another in a safe, caring, and non-judgmental environment. Reach has held the...
Reach Developmental Preschool North Delta – Newsletter January 2021
REACH Preschool North Newsletter January 2021 Upcoming Special Days: Monday Jan. 4 & Tuesday Jan. 5 – Welcome back! Family Literacy Day – Jan. 27 Remember to read every day. Birthdays this month: Violet Joel Sully Richter Happy Birthday! Dear Families, Welcome to...
Reach Developmental Preschool South Delta – Newsletter January 2021
DEAR PARENTS... Happy New Year and welcome back!! 2020 sure threw us some curveballs, but we made it through with kindness, patience and courage! We would like to extend our sincerest thanks to our Reach community for your continued support in helping us to make our...
Tsawwassen Mills Movie Night Benefits REACH
Fresh Air Cinema aired Back to the Future and Toy Story 4 at Tsawwassen Mills. Entrance was by donation to Reach Society in the parking areas of the mall on Sept. 25 and 26, 2020. These events were COVID-19 safe and registrants received a $20 gift certificate to use...
Announcing Reach for the Stars Virtual Gala
Our 8th Annual Reach for the Stars Gala with presenting sponsor Vancouver Fraser Port Authority aired virtually on Oct.03, 2020. The fun-filled atmosphere created by MC Steve Darling was appreciated by guests and REACH is very thankful to all who participated. The...
REACH Annual General Meeting 2020
Here are the smiling faces of our Reach Society Volunteer Board of Directors at last year's AGM. This year, we will be taking COVID-19 precautions and having a virtual event on Zoom, evening of Thursday, September 10th, 2020. Register with us at [email protected] or...
Vancouver Foundation awards $50,000 Grant to REACH
We are thrilled to announce that Vancouver Foundation has awarded Reach Child and Youth Development Society with a Community Response Fund flexible operating grant of $50,000.00. REACH sends out profound gratitude for these funds that mitigate the losses to our...
Music Therapy at REACH
Reach Child and Youth Development Society (REACH) has a music therapy group for children with extra needs aged 8-12! A new session will be offered after Spring Break. The Upstagers - REACH Glee Club is a partnership with Note by Note Music Therapy and successfully...
REACH Annual General Meeting 2019
Everyone is welcome at REACH AGM. Join us to learn about what goes on behind the scenes. This is an enjoyable social event with food and refreshments included. Childcare is provided by experienced staff for all levels of needs. Registration is mandatory: call...