Media Release
Owen Sound, ON – My Dad’s Group, a long standing positive parenting program for men in Grey and Bruce counties, has opened registration for the September 2026 session. The program offers two convenient group locations, with meetings on Tuesday evenings in Hanover and Wednesday evenings in Owen Sound.
“September is when many kids head back to school and more formal learning environments. It’s a great time for parents to think about their own learning and personal growth as well,” said Men’s Program supervisor, Jon Farmer.
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 runs for three months in the evening from 6:00pm to 8:30pm; it is free, and dinner is provided. Gas cards are also available to help men who face transportation barriers.
My Dad’s Group was originally developed in Grey Bruce in the 1990s and has been running through the Men’s Program consistently since that time. It is run in partnership with Bruce Grey Child and Family Services.
“We’re always making small changes to update the program because the world around dads, kids and families keeps changing. What doesn’t change is kids’ need for supportive, consistent, and loving dads regardless of whether their biological parents are still in a relationship. This group explores real life challenges and gives guys a chance to share solutions and support. Parenting is a challenge and we weren’t all given the male role models that we wanted as kids. My Dad’s Group is a chance to make sure that we can show up for our own children in the best way possible,” Farmer added.
The Hanover group will begin on September 15th and the Owen Sound group will begin September 16th.
For more information or to register for the program, please visit greybruce.cmha.ca/programs/my-dads-group/ or contact the Men’s Program at 519-372-2720 ext 1201 or via email at mp@cmhagb.org
