Family programs and services

For the future parents and for families having young children from birth to 6 years.

For more information, please contact Family Services at 613-744-2892 ext.1432.

For our Spring schedules, please consult the following calendars (PDF):

 

Playgroups

Playgroups
Children from birth to 6 years of age, accompanied by their parents, grandparents or caregiver, take part in a groups which offer learning through play-based activities as well as support and resources for adults.

Parental Support

Parental Support
Our specialized programs offer practical hands-on guidance in child behaviour management and support in building strong infant-parent attachment.

Workshops and Special Activities

Workshops and Special Activities
Learning through play with special activities at the Ottawa-Vanier Early Years Centre.

Toy Library, Information and Resources

Toy Library, Information and Resources
You have questions on your child's development? You’ll find in this section, useful resources which will help you in your parent's role.

Prenatal and Postnatal Support

Prenatal and Postnatal Support
Our Prenatal and Postnatal Support programs offer a comprehensive overview of prenatal, birth and postpartum choices through groups and individual consultation.

Healthy Babies, Healthy Children

Healthy Babies, Healthy Children
This Ottawa Public Health program is for expectant parents and parents of young children from birth to 6 years.

School Preparation and Support

School Preparation and Support
Discover the programs and the resources that make a difference in your child's school integration.

Services for dads

Services for dads
Workshops and resources for fathers.