Description Many children in child care programs are being taught to use sign language as a way to build their communication skills. Parents/guardians, educators and providers, come enhance your skills by learning […]

Summer 2019 - we will be at a park near you inviting children to come and play with us! Starting soon you will find enthusiastic Play Workers at each of […]

Dans certains services de garde, les enfants apprennent le langage gestuel comme moyen de développer leurs habiletés de communication. Parents/tuteurs, personnel éducateur et responsables de garde, venez approfondir vos habiletés en […]

Many children in child care programs are being taught to use sign language as a way to build their communication skills. Parents/guardians, educators and providers, come enhance your skills by learning the basics […]

For participants who have taken "Let Your Hands Do the Talking – Level l", this four-week session course will refresh your memory on the signs you have already learned and teach you additional […]

Join a Dental Hygienist to discuss how to care for your little ones teeth. Information and resources are available to learn more about your child's dental health. During Baby and […]

Attachment relationship is central to the child's overall cognitive, social and emotional development. This workshop will help you understand how to foster and develop a healthy attachment relationship with your […]

Be pro-active in your approach to toilet learning. Better  understand the signs of readiness to ensure a smooth  transition from diapering.  This workshop compiles current research with a respectful  approach to […]

An opportunity to come together with the seniors at the Perley to explore our creative side through visual arts! Registration Required

Join us during morning playgroup for a Playdough Party! Wear your costume to playgroup and enjoy some frightfully fun playdough activities! During Don Reid Playgroup.

A Dietitian will be available during playgroup to answer questions and provide information on introducing solids to infants. During Baby & Me Playgroup.

Become a skilled shopper and learn how to make healthy snack choices at the grocery store! Join a registered dietitian as she brings you on an interactive tour where you […]

A registered Community Dietitian will be available during playgroup to answer questions and provide information on healthy eating habits. During Hunt Club Riverside Playgroup.

Attachment relationship is central to the child’s overall cognitive, social and emotional development. This workshop will help you understand how to foster and develop a healthy attachment relationship with your […]

A perfect opportunity for you and your child to enjoy the magic of books!  Join us for this wonderful story about hibernation and the beauty of each season. Children will […]

Description A two hour presentation describing the characteristics and the diagnostic criteria of ASD. The objective is to help the teaching team gain knowledge on ASD, learn strategies, environmental adaptations and […]

A special maker station will be set up in our boardroom for children to invent and create their own robot from recycled materials and various art supplies. Registration Required.

An Early Years Educator will be available to provide information and tips on healthy sleep habits, and to discuss challenges or concerns you may be having. Handouts and book recommendations […]

A registered Public Health Nurse will be available during playgroup to answer questions and provide information on immunization for infants. During Baby & Me Playgroup.

Come talk to a bilingual outreach educator from the First Words Program about your child’s speech and language development or any concerns you may have. During McLean Playgroup.

An opportunity to come together with the seniors at the Perley Rideau Veteran’s Health Center to explore our creative side through visual arts. Registration Required.

Description A two hour presentation describing the characteristics and the diagnostic criteria of ASD. The objective is to help the teaching team gain knowledge on ASD, learn strategies, environmental adaptations and […]

Join a librarian from the Ottawa Public Library as she facilitates circle time with songs, stories and rhymes! During Trainyards Playgroup.

Description This presentation is intended for parents/guardians who have a child with special needs who will be starting school in September 2020. The following topics will be presented during the session: Rights […]

Do you have questions about your preschooler’s behaviour? We can help you find the answers. This workshop will help you recognize and understand behaviour traits characteristics and inherent to the […]

Kick off the season of giving by joining us as we create simple ornaments and help decorate the Waterford community tree. Registration Required. 

Join a librarian from the Ottawa Public Library as she facilitates circle time with songs, stories and rhymes! Curious about the Ottawa Public Library Book Kiosk and the Hold Pick-Up […]

Stay in your pj’s and join us for a fun morning of holiday songs, cookie decorating and more! During Don Reid Playgroup. No Registration Required. 

Finding child care can be overwhelming for many new parents. However, knowing what child care options are available will help you choose what is best for your family. Come talk […]

Our community Fire Prevention Officer will be joining us to address the importance of smoke alarms and cooking safety. During Don Reid Playgroup.

A perfect opportunity for you and your child to enjoy the magic of books!  Join us for this lovely story about the magic of winter. Children will have the opportunity […]

Can music inspire your art? Join us for a fun morning as children explore their creativity with different music to inspire their artwork! Registration Required. 

Children’s Inclusion Support Services invites parents/guardians of children with special needs to attend a multi-disciplinary information session presented by the Special Education and Student Services Department of the Ottawa Catholic […]

DID YOU KNOW? All children, even very young children experience stress. However, not all children possess or understand the skills needed to cope with stress. Come and speak with an […]

DID YOU KNOW? All children, even very young children experience stress. However, not all children possess or understand the skills needed to cope with stress. Come and speak with an […]

Join us at Balena Park for a variety of winter activities. Parents are welcome to bring a sled with a helmet, as there is a very small hill for sledding. […]

Children’s Inclusion Support Services invites parents/guardians of children with special needs to attend an information session presented by the Learning Support Services of the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board. The session will cover the […]

This month we are celebrating differences! Come celebrate the differences that make us all unique and participate in a few activities meant to teach children to understand and embrace diversity.

DID YOU KNOW? All children, even very young children experience stress. However, not all children possess or understand the skills needed to cope with stress. Come and speak with an […]

DID YOU KNOW? All children, even very young children experience stress. However, not all children possess or understand the skills needed to cope with stress. Come and speak with an […]

Babies learn about the world around them through sensory exploration. Come and explore different sensory activities that you and your baby will enjoy together! No registration required. During Baby & […]

DID YOU KNOW? All children, even very young children experience stress. However, not all children possess or understand the skills needed to cope with stress. Come and speak with an […]

Adults are not the only ones feeling stress, kids do too! This workshop is designed to help pa-rents/caregivers better recognize and understand children's stress; the impact it can have on […]

DID YOU KNOW? All children, even very young children experience stress. However, not all children possess or understand the skills needed to cope with stress. Come and speak with an […]

Glenda and her Labradoodle Oscar, will be visiting our Don Reid location; children will have an opportunity to pet and interact with Oscar. Positive interactions with animals can help children […]

Join us at one of our playgroup locations as we celebrate literacy together! Our special activities will circulate to each playgroup location throughout the week. During Don Reid Playgroup.

Join us at one of our playgroup locations as we celebrate literacy together! Our special activities will circulate to each playgroup location throughout the week. During Fairlea Playgroup.

Join us at one of our playgroup locations as we celebrate literacy together! Our special activities will circulate to each playgroup location throughout the week. During Hunt Club Riverside Playgroup.

Join us at one of our playgroup locations as we celebrate literacy together! Our special activities will circulate to each playgroup location throughout the week. During McLean Playgroup.

Join us at one of our playgroup locations as we celebrate literacy together! Our special activities will circulate to each playgroup location throughout the week. During Trainyards Playgroup.

For LGBTQ+ families with young children & families with gender diverse children. Playgroups are held the 1st Saturday of the month.  

Common questions affecting bilingual families will be addressed in this workshop. Come learn how to introduce a new language, tips on how to encourage your child’s communication, speech and language […]

This session will focus on emotions and self-regulation skills in early years. An Early Years Educator will be available to answer your questions and share information on strategies to help […]

This session will focus on emotions and self-regulation skills in early years. An Early Years Educator will be available to answer your questions and share information on strategies to help […]

This session will focus on emotions and self-regulation skills in early years. An Early Years Educator will be available to answer your questions and share information on strategies to help […]

A Service Navigator from Autism Ontario will be on hand to provide orientation and system navigation support to families who are accessing or interested in accessing the new Ontario Autism […]

Let’s create together as we squish, squeeze, pull and push clay into something wonderfully original. For children 2 1/2 to 5 years of age and accompanying adult. Registration Required.

Are you ready to spread some love? Join us for a fun morning as we make valentines to share with the memory care patients at the Waterford. For children 0 […]

Join a librarian from the Ottawa Public Library as she facilitates circle time with songs, stories and rhymes! During McLean Playgroup.

This session will focus on emotions and self-regulation skills in early years. An Early Years Educator will be available to answer your questions and share information on strategies to help […]

Suzanne and her King Charles Cavalier Spaniel Sam, will be visiting our Hunt Club Riverside location; children will have an opportunity to pet and interact with Sam. Positive interactions with […]

This session will focus on emotions and self- regulation skills in early years. An Early Years Educator will be available to answer your questions and share information on strategies to help young […]

This session will focus on emotions and self-regulation skills in early years. An Early Years Educator will be available to answer your questions and share information on strategies to help […]

A 2 hour presentation describing Sensory Processing Disorders. The objective is to help the teaching team gain knowledge on how it impacts on children’s ability to process information and effects […]

Let your Hands Do the Talking - Level 1 Description Many children in child care programs are being taught to use sign language as a way to build their communication […]

Self-regulation is an important skill for children to develop. When children are able to manage their emotions and behaviour, they are better able to calm themselves and adjust their expectations. […]

Join us for some snowy fun as we build snowmen and enjoy other outdoor winter activities at Russell Boyd Park. A variety of materials will be provided so that children […]

All breastfeeding, chestfeeding or pregnant parents; and supporters who are women. Meetings are typically held the 4th Thursday of the month.

Children are drawn to the beauty of colour. Join us for a fun filled afternoon, as we create several fun crafts using colour and light as our focus. For children 2 […]

A 2 hour presentation describing Sensory Processing Disorders. The objective is to help the teaching team gain knowledge on how it impacts on children’s ability to process information and effects […]

Do you have a child that loves to cook...and snack as well? Little Chef’s teaches children that cooking can be creative, full of discovery, and a whole lot of fun! […]

An Early Years Educator  will be available to answer your questions on toilet learning. Come and discuss signs of readiness, tips on how to encourage independence in your child as well […]

For LGBTQ+ families with young children & families with gender diverse children. Playgroups are held the 1st Saturday of the month.

An Early Years Educator  will be available to answer your questions on toilet learning. Come and discuss signs of readiness, tips on how to encourage independence in your child as well […]

An Early Years Educator  will be available to answer your questions on toilet learning. Come and discuss signs of readiness, tips on how to encourage independence in your child as well […]

A registered community Dietitian will be available during playgroup to answer questions and provide information on healthy eating habits. No registration required.

Let’s come together for a fun Calm Kids Yoga session. We will move our bodies, tune into our breath and focus on “kindness” with a story and special activity. The […]

An Early Years Educator  will be available to answer your questions on toilet learning. Come and discuss signs of readiness, tips on how to encourage independence in your child as well […]

An Early Years Educator  will be available to answer your questions on toilet learning. Come and discuss signs of readiness, tips on how to encourage independence in your child as well […]

Do you have a child that loves to cook...and snack as well? Little Chef’s teaches children that cooking can be creative, full of discovery, and a whole lot of fun! […]

Marie and her Golden Retriever Zoe, will be visiting our Don Reid location; children will have an opportunity to pet and interact with Zoe. Positive interactions with animals can help […]

An Early Years Educator  will be available to answer your questions on toilet learning. Come and discuss signs of readiness, tips on how to encourage independence in your child as well […]

Join a Public Health Nurse as she discusses the importance of a varied diet to ensure baby is getting proper nutrients as well as how the new Canada Food Guide […]

Let Your Hands Do the Talking - Level 1 Description Many children in child care programs are being taught to use sign language as a way to build their communication […]

Perhaps you are ready to start the toilet learning process with your youngster, or you have already started and the process isn't as smooth as you had hoped. Join an […]

All breastfeeding, chestfeeding or pregnant parents; and supporters who are women. Meetings are typically held the 4th Thursday of the month.

Let’s come together for a fun Calm Kids Yoga session. We will move our bodies, tune into our breath and focus on “kindness” with a story and special activity. The […]

Come and explore painting with baby! A wonderful creative and sensory experience for your little one. No registration required.

Une présentation de deux heures qui décrit les troubles de traitement sensoriel. L’objectif est d’aider le personnel éducateur à connaître les incidences de ces troubles sur la capacité de l’enfant […]

Une présentation de deux heures qui décrit les troubles de traitement sensoriel. L’objectif est d’aider le personnel éducateur à connaître les incidences de ces troubles sur la capacité de l’enfant […]

Laissez vos mains parler - Niveau 2 Description Dans certains services de garde, les enfants apprennent le langage signé comme moyen de développer leurs habiletés de communication. Parents/tuteurs et personnel éducateur ayant complété […]

Join us to get caught up with all that Andrew Fleck Children’s Services has been up to in the last year and to hear guest speakers Brad Evoy, Executive Director […]