Contact Us

The Family Resource Facilitation Program
#201, 1915 - 27th Avenue NE
Calgary, Alberta T2E 7E4
Phone: (403) 272-4001
Fax: (403) 272-4004

Jackie Knough
FRFP Manager
E-mail – jknough@frfp.ca

Jackie Knough is the Program Manager with the Family Resource Facilitation Program. Jackie has been working for FRFP for 6 years. Jackie’s role within the Project is managing the daily operations, working collaboratively with FRFP’s Board of Directors and Contract Resource Specialist.

Jackie was born in Thunder Bay Ontario where she obtained her diploma in Early Childhood Education and Resource Teaching. Jackie has also just completed a training series on Leadership Development. She has worked in many child care settings in various roles, such as; special needs coordinator, primary teacher and family resource facilitator.

Shannon Heinrich
Program Enhancement Facilitator
E-mail – sheinrich@frfp.ca

Shannon Heinrich is the Program Enhancement Facilitator with the Family Resource Facilitation Program.  Shannon spends many hours a week on-site at participating programs enhancing and supporting programs based on their individual goals.
Shannon has been working in the child care field for over 17 years in a variety of roles such as: director for out of school programs, assistant director, lead room teacher and preschool teacher in daycare settings.  She is also a proud single mother to a wonderful 17year old boy!

Shannon been with FRFP since September 2008 and enjoys her time working with many families, children and educators.  She graduated from Mount Royal University in 2001 with her Early Childhood and Education Care Diploma.  She also have a Class A Advance certificate for Before and After School Care, many certificates from ongoing workshops and updated First Aid and CPR certificate.  Shannon is excited to begin taking courses again at Mount Royal University to work towards her Behavior Strategies Certificate.

Lea Blust
Community Connections Facilitator
E-mail – lblust@frfp.ca

Lea Blust is the newest Facilitator to join the FRFP team, beginning in August 2011. She joins the Program after 5 years working with children and families from challenging backgrounds and with special needs. Lea is excited about the opportunity to spend many hours a week on-site at participating programs, enhancing and supporting them based on their individual goals.

Lea has a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Calgary, and plans to continue her learning with a Masters in Education. She has taken part in a variety of training and development opportunities, including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, Home Visitor training, Cultural Awareness and other topics in early childhood education. Lea particularly enjoys working with children with challenging behaviours, and is passionate about supporting parents and childcare providers to create positive, playful spaces and experiences for children.

Lea loves bright colours, making things, and playing outside!

FRFP Board Members

Neela Ward
Executive Director – Thornhill Child Care Society – FRFP Fiscal Agent
www.thornhillchildcare.com

Neela Ward was raised in Trail, BC, but has called Calgary home since 1988.  She has been the Executive Director of Thornhill Child Care Society, which operates two child care centres, a Family Dayhome Agency, and a Kindergarten program, since 2002.  Neela has worked with all ages of children and has dedicated her career to supporting families and children.  She has been active in the child care field for over 25 years and is involved in many community organizations that promote and support quality child care.  Neela joined the FRFP board in 2004. Neela believes strongly in the Family Resource Facilitation Program as she has seen many examples where FRFP has benefited families who may be in crisis or just need a little support.

Robyn Smith
Executive Director – University Child Care Society
www.ucalgary.ca/uccc/

Robyn Smith is originally from Vancouver, BC, but has been in Calgary for approximately 30 years. Robyn has worked in the early childhood field for 24 years in a variety of positions and is currently the Executive Director of two child care facilities on campus at the University of Calgary.  Robyn is a strong believer in Professional Development and prides herself on keeping up-to-date with current best practices. Robyn is an advocate for all early childhood educators, children and families. Robyn chairs both the MRC Early Childhood Advisory Committee and the MRC Child Studies Advisory Committee.  Robyn has been a member of the FRFP Board since July 2007.

Sharon Reib
Executive Director - Churchill Park Family Care Society
www.churchillpark.ca/

Sharon Reib accepted the lead position with Churchill Park in July 2011. As a born and raised Calgarian, she understands the changing needs of families in our diverse city and is committed to ensuring that Churchill Park remain a leader in child care and early learning. Sharon received both her Bachelor of Education and her Master of Arts degrees from the University of Calgary. Her areas of specialization and coursework include early childhood, language and reading, curriculum development, special education and ESL, professional development, and leadership. She has spent most of her career as a teacher and principal and has also worked at the district and provincial level overseeing ESL programming. She is happy that her new position allows her to remain connected to children, learning and teaching, strengthening community, and in advancing the vision of Churchill Park. She is also very excited about being part of the non-profit world, having spent some time working as a board member with Families Matter. Sharon’s core values centre around building relationships, being responsive to family and community needs, shared leadership and excellence.