One-on-one consultation available with Family Support worker, as well as information, referrals and support regarding parenting and pregnancy. By appointment only. In person and online. Call 613-722-4000 ext. 246 or 203
Parenting Newborns and Infants
Join our Family Support Worker for Q & A sessions about parenting newborns and infants. This Facebook group is open to all Ottawa residents who are pregnant or parenting a child under 6 months. For more information, call 613-722-4000 ext. 203. For days and times, please see our CALENDAR
Snack and Chat
Health and parenting program for women interested in learning about parenting, health issues, nutrition. For more information, call 613-722-4000 ext. 246. For days and times, please see our CALENDAR
EarlyON Workshops
Join our qualified staff for a variety of child development and parenting topics offered in an online workshop format. For families with children 0-6 years. For more information, call 613-722-4000 ext. 303 or email
Supporting Neighbourhood Caregivers
Training program for anyone interested in offering childcare in their home. Five to eight-week sessions offered in English and Arabic. Online, seasonal program. For information, call 613-722-4000 ext. 246 For days and times, please visit our CALENDAR
Positive Discipline
An approach to parenting that support parent guide and teach their child in a way that protects and socializes them to have self-control, be independent, and respect themselves and others. For families with children ages 0–6 years. Online, seasonal program. CURRENTLY ON HOLD. For information email
Nobody's Perfect
Nobody’s Perfecting: Arabic Parenting Group, is a parenting program where parents of young children (aged 0-5) will be able to share their questions, learn about child development, safety, health and behavior, talk about real-life parenting experiences, work together with the support of a trained facilitator, and discover ways of positive parenting. The Centre will offer light snacks, and childcare services for children between ages 0-5 years old during the program. Limited spaces available.
The six week program will be held on Thursdays starting on October 3rd, until November 14th, 2024, excluding October 31, 2024.
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