Niwasa Kendaaswin Teg (A Multi Service Indigenous Organization)

785 Britannia Ave Hamilton ON L8H-2B6

905-549 4884

Educational programs and services that are routed in Indigenous culture and language.

Head Start Preschool: Registered Early Childhood Educators nurture the social, physical, emotional, spiritual and cognitive development of Indigenous children, while supporting and honouring their parents and guardians as their primary teachers.

Head Start Parent: opportunity to learn their traditional teachings with their children, gain confidence with parenting abilities through workshops, learn new skills such as making moccasins or planting a vegetable garden, and improve their knowledge of preparing nutritious meals.

Early Learning and Childcare centre: Licensed child care for infants, toddler, and preschoolers.

EarlyON Child and Family Centre: provides children from birth to age six opportunities to engage in play with parents and caregivers. Call 905-549-4884 Ext. 416 to make a reservation.

Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program (CPNP): provides support to improve the health and well-being of pregnant women, new mothers and babies facing challenging life circumstance

Community Action Program for Children (CAPC): aims to strengthen Indigenous families with children 0-6 years old by providing programming and services that support and enhances healthy child development. Family Arts and Crafts, Child Safety Kits, Community Socials and Events, Cooking Classes, Cultural Teachings, First Aid/CPR Certification, Traditional Parenting Class, Safe Food Handling Certification, Family Outings, Physical Activities.

Indigenous-Specific: Yes

YWCA Hamilton

YWCA Hamilton Family Access Centre: provides a critical service to ensure the safety of children and their families. This program creates a safe space where visitations and exchanges can occur free of conflict, violence or pressure on children.

905-522-9922 ext. 139

Licensed Full Day Daycare: offer Ministry of Education-licensed child care for toddlers (18-30 months) and preschoolers (30 months up to school entry) from 7a.m. to 6p.m. Monday to Friday at the following locations:

YWCA Hamilton Downtown Child Care Centre — 75 MacNab Street South, Hamilton (Hours of operation 7:30am – 5:45 pm), 905-522-9922 ext. 133

YWCA Hamilton Ottawa Street Child Care Centre — Memorial City Elementary School - 1153 Main Street East, Hamilton (Hours of operation 7:00am – 6:00 pm), 905-522-9922 ext. 133

YWCA Hamilton West Mountain Child Care Centre - Gordon Price Elementary School - 11 Guildwood Drive, Hamilton (Hours of operation 7:00am – 6:00 pm), 905-522-9922 ext. 133

YWCA Hamilton Dunnville Child Care Centre — St. Michael Catholic Elementary School - 209 Alder Street West, Dunnville, 289-369-0489

Licensed Before and After School Care: provided Monday to Friday from 7a.m. until morning bell, and afternoon bell until 6p.m. *P.A. Day Camps, Winter Break Camps and March Break camps are available, as well.

Hamilton - 905-522-9922 ext. 140 // Dunnville - 289-369-0489

Indigenous-Specific: No

YMCA of Hamilton, Burlington, Brantford - Child Care

Services Offered -

Playing to Learn Child Care: 0-3.8 years, licensed child care centres provide high quality care for your children in a stimulating environment so they can learn, grow and thrive.

Before and After School Programs -

School Aged Child Care (SACC): licensed child care program for children 3.8 to 12 years, provides children with a seamless day in one location right at their own school.

PA Days and School Break Programs: full day care on Professional Development (PA) days and school break programs at select locations in Hamilton, Burlington, and Brantford.

EarlyON Child and Family Centre: free, high-quality drop-in programs for families and children from birth to 6 years old.

Indigenous-Specific: No

City of Hamilton

Main website for all services and programs offered by the City of Hamilton.

City of Hamilton - Drop-In Programs

Drop-In Swim

Open Swim Parent and Tot: open to parents/guardians with children 5 years of age or younger.

Offered at these locations: Bernie Morelli Recreation Centre, Stoney Creek Recreation Centre, Westmount Recreation Centre

Drop-In Gym

Open-Gym Family: an unstructured gym time open to family.

Offered at these locations: Ancaster Rotary Centre, Bennetto Recreation Centre, Bernie Morelli Recreation Centre, Central Memorial Recreation Centre, Dundas Lions Memorial Community Centre, Westmount Recreation Centre, Winona Community Centre

Indigenous-Specific: No

City of Hamilton - Parks & Recreation

Registered recreation programs; parks; trails; beaches; outdoor fitness programs.

Indigenous-Specific: No

City of Hamilton - Recreation Centres and Indoor Pools

List of recreation/community centres in the city of Hamilton.

Indigenous-Specific: No

Hamilton Public Library

22 library branches in Hamilton region.

Literacy programs; Summer Reading Club; book rentals; learning and reading support/services.

Indigenous-Specific: No

City of Hamilton - Early Years Programs & Services

Finding child care, financial support for child care, child care operators, early years programs and services

EarlyON Child and Family services: opportunities for children from birth to 6 years of age to participate in play and inquiry-based programs, and support parents and caregivers in their roles.

Check It Out Drop In: free program where parents can ask questions about their child’s development; opportunity for families to drop in and speak with clinicians regarding their child’s growth and development.

Feeding Your Baby and Young Children sessions: attend a free session to learn how to feed your baby (0-12 months0 or young child (1-6 years old).

Specialized Services: early identification is the first step in early intervention. Learn more about community resources available to your family.

Indigenous-Specific: No

Healthy Babies Healthy Children

Health Connections Information Line: 905-546-3550 (M-F 8:30am-4:30pm)

Ontario's Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program. Helping infants and children up to age six and their families through:

• Screening and assessments to see if there are any risks that could affect a child's healthy development and referrals to community programs and services

• Supports for new parents

• Help in finding community programs and resources on all kinds of subjects such as: breastfeeding, nutrition and health services, parenting programs and family literacy programs

Indigenous-Specific: No

Hamilton Region Indian Center

34 Ottawa St N, Hamilton, ON L8H 3Y7

905-548-9593

Aboriginal Healthy Babies/Healthy Children Program: promotes healthy growth and development of Indigenous babies, build on parenting skills, and link families with the community supports and resources.

*For Indigenous families with children 6 years and under

Aboriginal Family Support Program: provides support and services to families and their children (0 to 6 years) through the provision of community-based holistic and culturally-based activities.

Indigenous-Specific: Yes

Native Women's Center

1900 King St E, PO Box 69036, Hamilton, ON L8K 1W0

905-664-1114

Aboriginal Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program: aimed to ensure that Indigenous children and families have access to services and supports.

*For Indigenous families with children 6 years and under

Indigenous-Specific: Yes

Mother Matters

Community Midwives Of Hamilton - 356 Main St W, Hamilton, ON L8P 1K2

Support for pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding and postpartum. 6-week courses, crash courses, private classes.

Indigenous-Specific: No

Mountain Midwifery Care

Wentworth-Limeridge Medical Centre - 849 Upper Wentworth St. Suite 409, Hamilton, Ontario L9A 5H4

905-296-3665

Prenatal care, prenatal courses, home birth, hospital birth, postpartum care (home and clinic visits), breastfeeding support. Midwives are able to link and redirect clients to various prenatal/postpartum organizations.

Indigenous-Specific: No

The MotHERS Program

Main resource list you may find useful if you are planning on having a baby in Hamilton: pregnancy care, prenatal resources and classes, postpartum resources and programs (ex. Breastfeeding Clinic), quit smoking clinic, car seat and booster seat safety.

Breastfeeding Support:

Telehealth Ontario - Offers 24/7 Breastfeeding advice and support service.

Phone: 1-866-797-0000

TTY: 1-866-797-0007

La Leche League Canada - registered non profit that provides mother-to-mother/parent-to-parent/peer support for pregnant women, new parents and beyond

https://www.lllc.ca/

Indigenous-Specific: No