For Families

Support, programs, events, and trusted resources for children, parents, and caregivers in York Region.

Looking for support, something to attend, or trusted information for your family?

Start with one of the sections below to find programs, events, and information for families in York Region.

Child & Family Collaborative connects families in York Region with trusted programs, events, and services that support children from infancy through age 12. Whether you’re looking for early years programs, family-friendly activities, or reliable information, this is a place to start.

Family Support Programs

Find programs and services that support children, parents, and caregivers. These programs focus on early intervention, child development, and strengthening family well-being.

Events for Families

See upcoming family-friendly events, workshops, and community activities. Discover opportunities to learn, connect, and take part in local supports across York Region.

Resources for Families

Browse trusted tools, guides, and community resources from local partners. Find information that supports parenting, child development, and family wellness.

Start here. Trusted information for families, in one place.

Looking for support, guidance, or your next step? These featured resources are a great place to begin. Each one has been selected by the Child & Family Collaborative to help families quickly find reliable, community-based information and services.

Whether you’re navigating early childhood, parenting questions, or family well-being, these resources reflect what families ask for most often and where support is readily available.

  • Families & Professionals

    York Region’s Early Years Program Finder

    York Region’s Early Years Program Finder allows parents and caregivers to search for licensed child care centres, including programs participating in the Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) system, centres offering subsidized child care, family drop-in programs and EarlyON Child and Family Centres in York Region.

  • Families & Professionals

    Autism Ontario

    Autism Ontario is the province’s leading source of information and referral on autism, and one of the largest collective voices representing the autism community. The work we do helps all autistic individuals and families in their communities have access to meaningful supports, information, and connections so they are equitably and seamlessly supported across their life course.

  • Families & Professionals

    310 COPE

    York Support Services Network offers the Community Crisis Response Service for persons who are having a mental health crisis, and their family or friends. By calling our toll-free number 1-855-310-COPE (2673) or (TTY) 1-866-323-7785, you can speak with a crisis worker anytime you need to.

Upcoming Family Events

Discover free and low-cost programs, workshops, and activities for families with children from prenatal to age 12. These events are designed to support learning, connection, and family wellbeing across our community.

  • Events for Families

    EarlyON Milestones and Moments

    • October 8 @ 9:30 am

  • Events for Families

    EarlyON Milestones and Moments

    • October 13 @ 1:30 pm

  • Events for Families

    EarlyON Milestones and Moments

    • October 15 @ 9:30 am