EarlyON
EarlyON CHILD AND FAMILY CENTRE
IMPORTANT CHANGE STARTING MAY 12th
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,
June has arrived, bringing sunshine, new beginnings, and lots to look forward to!
We want to take a moment to thank everyone for your continued participation and openness to the changes we’ve made.
We’re excited to continue our outdoor Playgroups in Cumberland every Wednesday morning, rain or shine. Our Sensory Friendly Playgroups are now by registration or drop-in. Registration opens every Friday at 7:00 a.m., but spots are always available for drop-ins. Be sure to check our Eventbrite page for details and to secure your spot.
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.
This month, we proudly celebrate Pride Month—a time to honour the diversity, resilience, and strength of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and to stand together in support of inclusion and equality for all.
We’ll also be recognizing Father’s Day on Sunday, June 15th, a special opportunity to celebrate all the fathers and father figures who bring love, support, and guidance to our lives.
We can’t wait to welcome you and your little ones soon!
-Zoée, Dominik & 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. Registration is no longer required to participate. However, registrations will open every Friday at 7:00 a.m. If your child is neurotypical, please consider attending our other playgroups throughout the week.
Wednesday Playgroups will now be held at J. Kennedy Park, rain or shine.
Registration for special activities is required.
When registering, please enter the total number of guests (e.g. parent and child = 2 guests).
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