Resources

These schools welcome young people from various languages, religions, and cultures, everything is taught in French.

At Dad Central our vision is to see every child have access to an involved, responsible, and devoted dad. We exist to connect, inspire and train dads and communities to build healthy children together. Dad Central brings together male role models (step dads, uncles, grandpas, older brothers, other male role models and of course – dads) to spend quality time together with their kids.

If you are worried about your child’s development, York Region can help. York Region Early Intervention Services (EIS) delivers programs that support families who have children with special needs in their homes or licensed child care settings. York Region Early Intervention Services assist children and their families in this important period. (905) 830-9487 or toll free 1-888-703-KIDS (5437)

The kit is an easy-to-use checklist that allows parents and professionals to identify developmental issues and guide them to the appropriate treatment as soon as possible. It is a system for children six months to five years of age, the years most important to a child’s development, intervention and rehabilitation.

Early Years Study is a series of reports that draw on academically rigorous studies about the impact of early experiences on lifelong learning, behaviour and health, and the public policies that influence these outcomes.

EarlyON programs are high-quality, inclusive, welcoming places where qualified Early Childhood Professionals help families and caregivers: make personal connections and access a network of resources, find supports, get advice, attend drop-in programs, storytelling, sing-alongs, games and many more activities.

Easter Seals Ontario administers two government funded programs. These programs are fully funded and criteria is set by each Ministry. The Incontinence Supplies Grant Program is administered by Easter Seals Ontario on behalf of the Ministry of Health. The Top Up Grant is administered by Easter Seals Ontario on behalf of the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services.

Are you having difficulty coping with life’s challenges? FSYR provides counselling and community based cultural support services in York Region.

The Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program (HBHC) is a home visiting program. Healthy Babies Healthy Children provides eligible families with information, support and connections to community resources.

The Healthy Smiles Ontario (HSO) program covers regular visits to a dentist or registered dental hygienist to maintain a healthy mouth and teeth. It is for children from households in financial hardship who meet income eligibility criteria.

Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years. A resource about learning through relationships for those who work with young children and their families

Jewish Family and Child Service is a multi-service agency that strengthens and supports individuals, children and families, serving the Jewish community and all others who seek support.