Parenting Programs
EarlyON Parenting: Boundaries
Date: Tuesday, October 27th
Time: 9:30am-11:00am
Ages: Parents
Location: EarlyON - 410 Bronte Street South
What does it mean to be a “sturdy” parent? In this session, we will explore Dr. Becky Kennedy’s approach to sturdy parenting and discuss how clear, consistent boundaries help children feel safe and supported. Through conversation and video clips, we will talk about practical ways to set limits with confidence while maintaining strong parent-child connections.*This is a registered program*
Parenting Support Group
Date: Wednesdays
Time: 11:30am-1:00pm
Ages: Infants who have not yet started crawling
Location: EarlyOn at Viola Desmond Public School, 1450 Leger Way, North Entrance.
Are you pregnant or have a baby who’s not yet crawling? Are you looking to meet others while getting support and adjusting to being a parent? Join this weekly program to learn about taking care of yourself and your baby in an inclusive and supportive environment. Sessions are led by a Public Health Nurse and an Early Childhood Educator from EarlyON. *This is a drop-in program*
Resources
Preparing for Kindergarten
An online collection of info, tips and resources to help you prepare your child for the transition to school. Click the image above to access the full 6 weeks series.
Parent Resource Library
Our informal Parent Resource Library offers books, videos and reference material on loan free of charge. Articles and tip sheets related to parenting are also available.
Library resources can be borrowed for two week periods.
Parent Educators and Navigators are available to assist with the selection of resource material, answer parenting questions and direct clients to appropriate services.
Library Hours
The library is currently available during program hours only.
Locations
- Parent Library @ Viola Desmond Public School (located in the EarlyOn Child and Family Centre)
For assistance please contact:
MCRC Navigators - 410 Bronte Street South
905-876-1244 ext 238
navigators@mcrc.on.ca
Parenting Supports
Public Health Nurse Visits
Once a month (fall through spring) a Public Health Nurse with the Child Health Program, Region of Halton, will be on-site to share information and resources through formal and informal consultations. This is a great opportunity to ask questions related to your child’s health.
For further information call (905) 876-1244 ext.210
Links
Child Care Directory and Information Line
Our Kids Network
Halton Multicultural Council
Families Canada
Lighthouse - Peer Support for Grieving Children, Youth and their Families
Caring For Kids (Information for parents from Canada's pediatricians)





