EarlyON Centre - Pinecrest Queensway Community Health Centre

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We're here to support families and caregivers with resources, programs, and activities designed to promote early childhood development.

🌱 Spring has sprung in our EarlyON spaces!Come and explore the wonders of the season through our learning board at our B...
06/11/2026

🌱 Spring has sprung in our EarlyON spaces!

Come and explore the wonders of the season through our learning board at our Bayshore neighbourhood location. Featuring spring insects and fun facts it's a great way to spark curiosity and conversations about the natural world 🐝🐛🦋

Learning happens everywhere—especially when it’s hands-on, playful, and connected to the changing seasons 🌼

🌟 Little Hands Workshop Highlights! 🌟What a wonderful time we had at our Little Hands workshop! 💛Developed by our RECE R...
06/08/2026

🌟 Little Hands Workshop Highlights! 🌟

What a wonderful time we had at our Little Hands workshop! 💛

Developed by our RECE Rim and co-facilitated by our 4th year student Rania, this program brought families together to explore, create, and learn through hands-on activities designed to support early learning and development through playful experiences. From engagement and discovery to meaningful connections, the room was full of curiosity, creativity, and joy.

📸 Take a look at some of the special moments captured throughout the workshop!

A big thank you to all the children, parents, and caregivers who joined us and helped make this experience so meaningful. We loved seeing those little hands busy at work!

🌈 Looking for something to do with your little one?Join us at our Bells Corners EarlyON Playgroup! Enjoy play-based lear...
06/03/2026

🌈 Looking for something to do with your little one?

Join us at our Bells Corners EarlyON Playgroup! Enjoy play-based learning, songs, stories, and opportunities to connect with other families in a warm and welcoming space.

✨ Free programs for children ages 0–6 and their parents/caregivers.

📅 When: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:15–11:15 a.m.
📍 Where: Westcliffe Community Centre, 681 Seyton Drive

👟 Don't forget your indoor shoes!

Come play, learn, and connect with us!

We’re excited to share highlights from our recent EarlyON Parent & Caregiver Focus Groups! 💬✨Families shared valuable fe...
06/01/2026

We’re excited to share highlights from our recent EarlyON Parent & Caregiver Focus Groups! 💬✨

Families shared valuable feedback about what’s working well, what barriers they experience, and opportunities for growth across our programs and services. The results were reviewed and discussed as part of our ongoing commitment to reflective practice and continuous improvement.

📄 Our new one-pager highlights:
✔ Key themes and findings
✔ What families told us matters most
✔ Actions and next steps we’re taking

Thank you to all the parents and caregivers who shared their voices and experiences to help shape our programs and strengthen supports for families in our community. 💙

👶✨ Babies grow and change so much in their first year, and every little milestone is exciting!Join us for Baby Milestone...
05/29/2026

👶✨ Babies grow and change so much in their first year, and every little milestone is exciting!

Join us for Baby Milestones: From Birth to Twelve Months to learn more about your baby’s development during the first year of life. From tummy time to first smiles, rolling, babbling, and beyond, this workshop will help you better understand what to expect and how to support your baby along the way. 💛

Whether you’re a first-time parent or simply looking for more information, this workshop is a great opportunity to learn, ask questions, and connect.

🎟️ Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/baby-milestones-from-birth-to-twelve-months-tickets-1989617350053?aff=ebemoffollowpublishemail&ref=eemail&utm_campaign=following_published_event&utm_content=follow_notification&utm_medium=email&utm_source=eventbrite

💛👶 Bonding begins through connection, play, and everyday moments together.Join us for Attachment & Bonding: Playing With...
05/28/2026

💛👶 Bonding begins through connection, play, and everyday moments together.

Join us for Attachment & Bonding: Playing With Your Baby, a workshop designed to help parents and caregivers learn how simple play experiences can strengthen attachment, support development, and build connection with your baby.

Discover fun, responsive ways to interact with your little one while learning more about your baby’s cues, communication, and growing relationships.

Because the smallest moments, like a smile, a cuddle, a playful interaction, all help build strong foundations for lifelong well-being.

🎟️ Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/attachment-bonding-playing-with-your-baby-tickets-1989616474434?aff=ebemoffollowpublishemail&ref=eemail&utm_campaign=following_published_event&utm_content=follow_notification&utm_medium=email&utm_source=eventbrite

05/26/2026

😴📚 New Parenting Resources in Our Toy Library! 📚💛

We’ve added new books all about normal infant and toddler sleep to help support families through the many stages of early childhood sleep. From newborn wake-ups to toddler bedtime routines, these resources offer gentle, realistic, and developmentally informed perspectives for caregivers. 🌙✨

Available to borrow at our Pinecrest-Queensway Toy Library location— stop by and take a look next time you visit!

Click here for location details and schedule https://canva.link/wzuta1nk814byrq

♿✨ World Accessibility Awareness Day — May 21 ✨♿Today is a reminder that accessibility matters for everyone. World Acces...
05/21/2026

♿✨ World Accessibility Awareness Day — May 21 ✨♿

Today is a reminder that accessibility matters for everyone. World Accessibility Awareness Day encourages us to think about how we create spaces, programs, and communities that are inclusive, welcoming, and usable for all.

At our EarlyON, we are committed to creating environments where every child and caregiver can participate, connect, and feel a true sense of belonging. Accessibility is not just about removing barriers; it’s about building spaces where everyone can thrive. 💛

Let’s continue learning, listening, and working together to make inclusion part of everything we do.

05/20/2026

🚗✨ New Wheels Have Arrived at Our Toy Library! ✨🚜

Get ready to roll! We’ve added some exciting new ride-on toys to our Toy Library for children to explore, imagine, and enjoy. From little cruisers to fun movers, these toys help support active play, coordination, confidence, and BIG smiles. 😊

Stop by to check them out and borrow something new for your next play adventure!

Currently in stock at both our Toy Library locations. Click here to view location details and schedules https://canva.link/wzuta1nk814byrq

This May, our Bloom & Breathe playgroup invited families to slow down, connect with nature, and explore mindfulness toge...
05/19/2026

This May, our Bloom & Breathe playgroup invited families to slow down, connect with nature, and explore mindfulness together 🌿🌸

Through sensory experiences, exploration of natural materials, and mindful movement, children and caregivers had opportunities to pause, breathe, and bloom together.

Thank you Vanessa and Shelby, our Bloom and Breathe facilitators, and to all the families who joined us in creating space for curiosity and connection 💚

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