My Dad’s Group – a positive parenting program for men in Grey and Bruce counties – has opened registration for the Spring 2023 session.

The program offers two group locations in Grey Bruce with a Monday group taking place in Owen Sound and a Tuesday group running in Hanover.

“Spring is a time for new growth and that can be just as true for parents as flowers” said Men’s Program Supervisor Jon Farmer, who oversees the program.

“This will be our last session before the summer break and we’re hopeful we can fill all of the spots in both group locations."

“My Dad’s Group gives guys the chance to connect with other dads, learn more about their children’s needs and how they change over time, and work on the skills they need to be the safest and most supportive man they can be in the lives of their kids."

The program was originally developed in Grey Bruce in the 1990s and has been running through the Men’s Program consistently since that time. The program runs in the evening from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.; it is free and food is provided.

The Monday sessions begin in Owen Sound on May 8 and the Tuesday group begins in Hanover on May 16.

“Being a dad is important and challenging. Even more so when co-parents are not living together or are working through conflict. This group explores real life challenges and gives guys a chance to share solutions and support each other. No one is born knowing how to be a dad and it’s a powerful thing to connect with other guys to talk about it, to share support, and know that you’re not alone as you figure out how to be the dad that you want to be,” Farmer added.

Anyone interested in more information or in registering for the group, can contact the Men’s Program at 519.372.2720 or by email to jfarmer@cmhagb.org.