Putting families first!

Free programs, resources and a welcoming community for families across the Madawaska-Victoria region — every stage, every family, every day.

Explore Our Programs

About Us

A home base for families in our community

The Family Resource Center (FRC) is a nonprofit organization that supports families in Madawaska-Victoria with children ages 0 to 6. Our mission is to offer, free of charge, a diverse range of programs, services, and resources tailored to the needs of parents, expectant parents, and young children. Through our activities, we promote children’s development, strengthen parenting skills, and contribute to the well-being of families in a welcoming, inclusive, and caring environment.

Collaboration

We believe that working in partnership with families, community organizations, and various local stakeholders is essential to meeting the needs of our community.

Kindness

We welcome every family with respect, empathy, and without judgment, providing a safe, warm, and inclusive environment.

Accessibility

We are committed to making our programs and services free, welcoming, and easily accessible to all families in Madawaska–Victoria.

Programs

Something for every family

All of our programs are free of charge and open to families across the region.

Playgroup

Ages 0–6

Playgroup

A semi-structured program where you and your child get to socialize. A planned activity touching literacy will be offered.

Adventures for 0-18 Months

Ages 0–18 Months

Adventures 0 to 18 Months

A program that offers great information for parents of children 0 to 18 months. Parents can share ideas, experiences and concerns with the help of our community partners.

Prenatal Classes

Expecting Parents

Prenatal Classes

A prenatal program that offers information on labor, delivery, comfort measures, medical options, mother and newborn nutrition, etc.

Parenting Skills Classes

All Families Welcome

Parenting Skills Classes

Practical, judgment-free sessions on everyday parenting topics, led by local facilitators.

4 years Old Is Fun

Age 4

Fun to be 4

A program which provides your child the key elements to successfully transition into the school system. The goal is to help children with their motor skills, curiosity, self esteem, independence, concentration and communication skills.

I Move, I Have Fun

Ages 2–6

Let's Move

A physical activity program which includes races, exercise and plenty of fun games.

Calendar

Upcoming events

This month's activities — scroll to see them all. The Center is open Monday to Thursday.

October 2026

Our Team

Meet the people behind the programs

Real people, ready to help — reach out to anyone on our team directly.

Mélanie Albert

Executive Director

Cellphone: 506-475-5709 Office: 506-473-6351 grandfalls@crf-frc.com

Sylvie Rioux

Prenatal and Postnatal Program Coordinator

Cellphone: 506-473-0270 Office: 506-473-6351 sylvie.rioux@frc-crf.com

Paula Currie

Program Coordinator

506-473-6351 paula.currie@frc-crf.com

Monica Lavoie

Program Coordinator

506-473-6351 monica.lavoie@frc-crf.com

Contact Us

Let's talk

Reach out any time — we'd love to hear from you.

Monday–Thursday8:30 AM – 5:00 PM