Programs and Services

Play and Learn Drop-In

Parents, caregivers and children are welcome to drop in to our program and enjoy our friendly atmosphere.

This is a community-based program, designed and planned to facilitate family support and provide a place where children, families and caregivers can interact, learn and play together. Here, children have the opportunity to engage in many structured, open-ended, play-based activities, while families have a chance to expand their social support networks and strengthen their parenting and caregiving skills. Please see the list below for the services we offer during our drop-in.

“Friendly, warm, staff. Age/developmentally appropriate children’s activities – SUPERB! EXCELLENT! Met other parents who are now some of my best friends.
– Nga, CMCP participant

Family support and education:

• Families can informally discuss a variety of relevant subjects regarding child rearing and child development.
• Our staff and/or one of our many community partners facilitate discussions.
• Participants are asked to inform us which topics they desire most.
• Families connect with staff, volunteers and other families on an ongoing basis.
• Information and resources are shared and mutual peer support is developed.

Information and referral services

Circle Time

Snack Time

Resource library

Parent relief and occasional/emergency childcare, and

Caregiver registry

Ongoing Programs/Services

• Nurturing Development
• Early Abilities Speech and Language Program
• Young Parents Connect
• School Readiness
• Kindergym
• Community Kitchen
• Mat Chats
• Participant Breakfast Meetings
• Dad’s Drop-in
• Summer Parks Program

“It is a warm, welcoming environment. The staff are always willing to help new parents. It is a great place to create a support network.” 

– Daniel, CMCP participant

Workshops and support groups

At various times of the year, we offer a range of evidence-based workshops in health and nutrition, positive behaviour guidance and child development in collaboration with our community partners. Here are some examples:

• Living and Learning with Baby
• Make the Connection (0 to 24 months)
• Rainbow Fun
• Family Math
• Family Literacy
• Parenting groups in Portuguese, Chinese and English
• Nobody’s Perfect
• Kids Have Stress Too
• Caregiver Training
• Peer Nutrition Program
• Relaxation and Stress Management for Adults

For dates, times and locations, see our Calendar or call us at 416-532-9485, extension 221.