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Métis Nation of Ontario - Thunder Bay Métis Council - Community Action Program for Children

Community Action Program for Children

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226 May St S
Thunder Bay, ON
P7E 1B4
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613-798-1488
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Toll-Free: 1-800-263-4889
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Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Last updated: May 9, 2024: Suggest an edit

Application

  • Intake assessment required

  • Program requires advance registration

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

  • Métis individuals and families with children younger than 6 years of age

  • Children younger than 6 years of age at-risk

Fees

None; Fee assistance available for Transportation: Bus passes available to adults attending programs

Languages

English

Accessibility

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Accessibility Note

Partially Accessible - Parking -- Accessible with one designated handicapped parking space; Entrance -- no automatic push button available; Washroom -- Accessible with side holding bar

Description of Services:

Operates as a program under the Healing and Wellness Branch

Offers services, ongoing support and education to enhance the lives of young children and families
  • Prevents children from becoming at-risk because of certain conditions such as family violence, poverty, abuse, neglect and unhealthy living conditions
  • Promotes healthier child development through early childhood interventions
  • Provides information on children's nutrition, areas of injury prevention, and the mental health of the child
  • Provides services that allow for skill teaching, ongoing support and education as a means to assist families in the healing process
  • Offers drop-in parent and child programs for families and caregivers of children
Programs include:
  • Parent and Tot Drop-In Program
  • Parenting Program with workshops which include input from members and child care for children
  • Healthy Lifestyles for family members wanting information on traditional ways
  • Cultural events and community gatherings
Last updated: May 9, 2024: Suggest an edit
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