BridgeWay Family Centre

Early years resources and parenting support services, including online directory of services (some programs in partnership with other agencies)

EarlyON Child and Family Centres
Drop-in program at various locations for parents/caregivers with children birth-6 years, in person and online

• prenatal classes
• parent/caregiver and child activities
• Postpartum Mood Disorder program (PMD)
• access to early childhood development professionals
• parent education programs and support services
• information and referral
• opportunity to connect with other families

Healthy Start, [email protected], 647-702-6175
Prenatal program for pregnant individuals looking for extra support

• breastfeeding support
• parent education including what to expect during pregnancy, self care - including mental health, infant care and safety, bonding with baby, healthy eating
• one-on-one consultation with social worker and dietitian
• referrals to community services
• will received healthy meal/snack, prenatal vitamins, grocery gift cards

Growing Together in Peel, [email protected]
Child-focused programs for families with low income who are looking for extra support

• family programs such as KidsCan Cook (2-6 years) and Family Kitchen (birth-6 years)
• nutrition information and help with learning to prepare healthy low cost meals
• weekly nutritious meal prepared and shared by participants
• education and emotional support
• opportunities for networking and information
• child minding available for participants

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group, [email protected]

• facilitated by registered social worker, contact Jodi Rouah
• topics include different types of loss, stages and symptoms of loss and grief, possible triggers and coping strategies, how to cope with comments/questions from others, and types of support
• open to moms only - ask that partners and children do not attend

• Family Services - Parent / Child Programs
• Family Services - Pregnancy / Postnatal
• Health Care - Pregnancy / Postnatal