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Bingwi Neyaashi Anishinaabek - EarlyON and Family Well-Being Centre

EarlyON and Family Well-Being Centre

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215 Van Norman St EarlyON Centre
Thunder Bay, ON
P7A 4B6
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807-345-4605
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Fax: 807-344-7034
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Tue-Thu 10 am-2:30 pm


Times may vary due to monthly programming, call or visit website for program calendars and information
Last updated: May 7, 2025: Suggest an edit

Application

  • Call to register for programs

  • Transportation provided only if arrangements are made 48 hours in advance

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Bingwi Neyaashi Anishinaabek First Nation individuals and families with children younger than 6 years of age

Fees

None

Contacts

Karen Williams - Family Wellness EarlyON Coordinator
807-345-4605 * kwilliams@bnafn.ca

Languages

English

Language Note

Ojibway, available upon request

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

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 by offering information and education on effective parenting and good life teachings
  • Promotes healthier child development through early childhood interventions including information sessions on pre-parenting preparation and child development
  • Provides information on children's nutrition, injury prevention, and child mental health
  • Provides a lunch during daily programs
Provides public education and information in the areas of but not limited to:
  • Developing family values that are culturally based
  • Developmental needs of infants, toddlers and preschool aged children
  • Positive parenting
  • Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS), Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE) and Fetal Smoking Syndrome
Activities and programs can include:
  • Hand drumming sessions
  • Nature and sensory exploration
  • Odamino Playgroup drop-in
  • Storytelling and craft times
  • Teddy Bear picnics

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Last updated: May 7, 2025: Suggest an edit
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