Raising Teens in Canada: Staying Connected While Letting Go- Complete 8-Session in-person workshop series
Join us in person for a down-to-earth conversation about the ups and downs of raising teens in Canada. Discover how to stay connected with your teen while giving them the space to grow. This workshop series is all about sharing practical tips, stories, and real talk to help you navigate the teenage years with confidence and care.
A practical, culturally responsive workshop series helping South Asian families navigate the challenges of raising teenagers in Canada while maintaining connection, communication, and family values.
Workshop Details
Dates: September 1–October 20, 2026
Schedule: Every Tuesday
Time: 6:00–7:00 PM
Number of Sessions: 8
Location: 10 George St. N, Brampton, ON, Canada
For: Parents and guardians of preteens and teens ages 12–19
Languages: English, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi
Cost
- $34.12 per session (Register for the per-Session Workshop Series)
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Complete 8-session workshop series: $110 (Register for the 8-Session Workshop Series)
Cash payment: $100 for the complete 8-session series
Online registration: $110 for the complete 8-session seriesPayment on site is accepted by credit, debit, or cash.
Please note: The stated complete-series price is significantly lower than the listed $34.12 per-session price. Please confirm the single-session pricing before choosing if you intend to attend individual sessions
Session 1: The Teen Brain
September 1 | 6:00–7:00 PM
Understand how adolescent brain development influences emotions, behaviour, decision-making, and growing independence.
Session 2: The Acceleration Gap
September 8 | 6:00–7:00 PM
Explore the cultural differences between parents and teens and learn how to bridge home values with growing up in Canada.
Session 3: Communication Skills
September 15 | 6:00–7:00 PM
Learn practical strategies for listening, validating emotions, managing conflict, and creating open communication with your teen.
Session 4: Taboo Topics: Sex, Dating & Drugs
September 22 | 6:00–7:00 PM
Build confidence in approaching difficult conversations with openness, honesty, and less judgement
Session 5: Discipline vs. Relationship
September 29 | 6:00–7:00 PM
Learn how to set clear boundaries and expectations while maintaining warmth, respect, and connection.
Session 6: Mental Health Awareness
October 6 | 6:00–7:00 PM
Learn to recognize potential signs of mental health challenges and understand how to provide support and seek help.
Session 7: Building Strong Relationships
October 13 | 6:00–7:00 PM
Discover practical ways to strengthen trust, connection, and your relationship with your teen through everyday interactions.
Session 8: Parent Well-being
October 20 | 6:00–7:00 PM
Explore parenting stress, cultural expectations, and strategies for maintaining your own well-being while supporting your family.
Speaker: Dilnawaz Qamar (Registered Psychotherapist)
With a culturally responsive approach, Dilnawaz Qamar will guide participants through practical conversations and strategies for navigating the teenage years while supporting healthy family relationships.Read More
Don’t wait until the last minute to reserve your spot!
Come learn, connect, and share real-life experiences with other parents and guardians.
Together, we can explore how to maintain strong family relationships while giving teenagers the space, support, and independence they need to grow.
Registration will be closed by August 25, 2026
Register Now
Click here: Register for the 8-Session Workshop Series
Contact
Phone: +1 (647) 391-3649
Email: info@phoenixgrowthservices.com
Join us for an opportunity to learn, connect, and share real-life experiences with other parents and guardians. Together, we’ll explore how to maintain strong family relationships while giving teens the space they need to grow and become more independent.
