EarlyON
EarlyON CHILD AND FAMILY CENTRE
At our main location (240 Centrum Blvd.), numbers will be distributed at 9:20 a.m. only. For your child’s well-being, we strongly recommend arriving at 9:30 a.m. in order to avoid an extended wait before playgroup starts.
The EarlyON Centre offers children, parents and caregivers a friendly environment that fosters positive learning with a wide range of quality programs and services to help your child reach their full potential, with:
Programs designed especially for children up to six years old
Play-based learning experiences that are fun and engaging – such as painting, drawing, building, creating, reading, storytelling, singing and much more
Advice from professionals trained in early childhood development
Information or referrals to specialized programs and services within the community
Opportunity to meet and make connections with families with young children
* Please note our morning drop-ins at our main Centre are first come, first serve with a maximum of 35 people.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS & CALENDAR
Dear families and caregivers,
July is here, and so is our exciting summer programming!
We’re thrilled to announce the return of our park rotation this summer. Every Wednesday morning, we’ll be meeting at a different park for our outdoor playgroups. These Playgroups will run rain or shine; however, they will be cancelled in the event of thunderstorms or if temperatures reach +30°C or higher. Cancellation updates will be shared on our social media platforms.
Please also note that for July and August, we will be open two Saturdays a month. For July, we will be open on the 5th and 19th.
Additionally, we will be closed on Tuesday, July 1st, for Canada Day. Programming will resume on Wednesday, July 2nd.
We’re looking forward to enjoying the beautiful summer days with all of you!
- Dominik, Zoée & Gabrielle
FRIENDLY REMINDERS!
We ask you not to participate if you or your child has any flu/cold/gastro symptoms.
When the EarlyON playgroup is full, we will:
Have a sign in the window beside the front door.
Post a message on our Facebook page.
Our morning playgroups at our main location have a maximum capacity of 35 people.
Our Friday Sensory Friendly Playgroup is for families with children with particular needs. Therefore, the ratio will be reduced from 35 to 25. Please note, this playgroup is by registration or drop-in. Registration opens every Friday at 7:00 a.m., but spots are always available for drop-ins.
If your child is neurotypical, please consider attending our other playgroups throughout the week.
Online Registration is ONLY required for Special Activities and Virtual Programming
DID YOU KNOW?
The EarlyON Centre provides a free Toy Lending Library service. Resources available for lending include toys, games, and puzzles for children under 6. We have a large variety of toys for all interests!
You can make an appointment with one of your Family Resource Worker to discuss different topics. We can support you in your role as a parent or caregiver with anything concerning your children aged 6 and under, such as ideas of activities for your children, behaviour, discipline, toilet learning, research of community services, etc. We are here for you!
First Words is the Preschool Speech and Language Program of Ottawa and Renfrew County. We support families of preschool children of Ottawa and Renfrew County to reach their optimal communication development by providing free speech and language services. Our goal is to facilitate increased awareness, prevention, early identification, and intervention for early speech, language, and overall communication development in young children of Ottawa and Renfrew County.
A minute to talk about it with First Words“Will my Child Outgrow a Communication Delay”: The First Words Program Can Help. Read more.
*Subject to sudden change.
PARENTING IN OTTAWA
The Parenting in Ottawa drop-in will take place at the EarlyON centre on Thursdays from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. You can check your baby’s weight and ask any breastfeeding or parenting questions. No appointment is necessary.
*Subject to sudden change.
MFS (Military Family Services)
Parents / Caregivers with children aged 0-4, please join us for Let’s Have a Playdate!
This is a wonderful opportunity to make connections and share as a community; while gaining information on valuable resources and supports.
- MFS Families can meet once a month in Orléans.
- Wednesday sessions will be led by an MFS NCR staff member.
- Please note we will be closed during July and August.
- Registration required!
Spring & Fall sessions will run from 9:00-11:00 am – dates are for 2025:
- June 18th
- September 24th
- October 29th
- November 26th
- December 17th
CONTACT US!
Dominik Lavictoire
613 830-4357 ext. 303
Gabrielle Caron
613 830-4357 ext. 302
Zoée Perrault
613 830-4357 ext. 304