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NOTICE OF MEETING: Annual General Meeting 2025
On Wednesday June 25, 2025 our Centre will hold it’s Annual General Meeting from 6:00-7:00p.m at 900 Merivale Road. All are welcome to attend, but only Centre members may vote. Members will receive meeting material in advance. For more information, please contact our Executive Assistant at

Programs and Services

Families / EarlyON Child and Family Centre

EarlyON Child and Family Centre logo

EarlyON Child and Family Centres provide opportunities for children from birth to six years of age to participate in play and inquiry-based programs, and support parents and caregivers in their roles. We offer safe and welcoming environments open to all families across Ontario, with qualified professionals and quality programs. Families and caregivers will be able to find support, make personal connections and access a network of resources.  At Carlington CHC, we are to please to welcome you and your little ones at any of our programs.   If you are having difficulty finding program, registering, or have questions, email us at

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EarlyON Playgroups

EARLYON PROGRAM
Join us in our beautiful new playroom and garden, featuring a natural, calming, and spacious play environment at our main site or join us in a community location near you. Join our Early Childhood Educators for stories, songs, arts and crafts, and funny dances! For children ages 0-6 years.
🔗Drop-in service 
🛈 To learn more please email us for more information

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EarlyON Playgroups in the Park

Outdoor playgroups at your local park; Stories Walks in your neighborhood.  Multiple community locations.  Join us and make the most of the great outdoors with your little ones!!

For days, times and registration links, see our CALENDAR

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Ask Us! EarlyON One-on One Parenting Support

You have questions about how your child is growing? Bedtime routines? Teething? Mealtime? About activities in the community? About childcare options? Ask our Early Childhood Educators for information, resources and support!   Email us at to book an appointment (virtual or in-person)

Infant Massage Workshop

The 5 sessions Infant Massage classes are a wonderful way to relax and bond with your baby. Through gentle, nurturing touch, you’ll help build a strong, trusting relationship with your little one. These classes are designed for parents and caregivers with babies up to 8 months old.
📅 June 6, 13, 20, 27 & July 4, 2025 @ 2:30-3:30p.m.
🔗To register please email us, or call (613) 693-0293
🛈 To learn more please email us for more information

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EarlyON Parenting Groups

A variety of parenting programs offered throughout the year, some virtual, some in-person when possible:

Nobody’s Perfect: A parenting support program focus on building a strong attachment relationship. 6-week program, meeting once a week.

Family Math: Support numeracy literacy through play! For families with children 3-4yo,  getting ready to start Junior Kindergarten!  6-week program, meeting once a week.

Backpack Adventures: Support early literacy through play. For families with children 3-4yo, getting ready to start Junior Kindergarten!  6-week program, meeting once a week.

Newsletter

EarlyON Newsletter

NEWSLETTER
Subscribe to our EarlyON Newsletter to stay informed of our current programs and get weekly activities to do at home, or in the community with your child!