Ilagiinut Kativvik
Ontario’s EarlyON program: Ilagiinut Kativvik (Where Families Gather)
The Pre/Post Natal programming is up and running! On Monday’s parents who have recently given birth can make an appointment to complete the government Baby Bundle ID package (birth registration, SIN number, child tax benefit and birth certificate). Tuesday, we have a pregnancy circle from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Starting in the Fall we will be offering special workshops (Amauti making, Infant Massage and prenatal yoga) more to details to come.
Sewing and Beading Drop-In, Storytelling, Baby and Me, Muffins and coffee, Sewing, Prenatal Drop-In.
Call us to find out our post-pandemic schedule, 613-744-3133, ext 259! Cultural Connections Family Drop-In, Saturdays 1 to 4 pm.
(Lunch and bus tickets).
Ontario’s EarlyON program, Ilagiinut Kativvik provides programs and services to children 0-6 years and their families. These programs support the bond between child and parent/caregiver, foster cultural knowledge, pride and identity, enhance child development, promote early literacy skills and support healthy pregnancies.
Programs include
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Parent Child drop in
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Monthly guest speakers at Parent Child drop in
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Foster/Adoptive Support Group
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Family Culture Program
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Sewing Program
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Parent Field trips/outings
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Elder involvement in programs
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CAS Access visits
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Parent outreach
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Family Kitchen
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Parent Cooking Classes
Pre/Post Natal Program:
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Weekly program for pregnant women and partners
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Baby and Me
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Elder Involvement
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Birthing Support as needed
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Healthy meals and snacks during programs
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Guest speakers
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Individual supports e.g. medical appointments, hospital visits
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Outreach and Referrals
Coordinator: Mulin Xie, 613-744-3133, ext 259 or 343-996-4068
Ilagiinut CF Cultural Lead, JTBD
Program Assistant, TBD
Pre/Post Natal, TBD
FWB Assistant, Michayle Hay-Amarolik
Evening Childcare Lead: TBD