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A Morning Out
A non-denominational program for parents meeting Wednesday mornings, from September to June, for coffee, conversation and guest lectures at Richmond Hill United Church. Babysitting is provided. Membership fee of $13/month. Call Susanne.
10201 Yonge St., Toronto, ON
905-883-0907
 
Aid for New Mothers Oakville

P.O. Box 7282, Oakville, ON

 
Aid for New Mothers Toronto

P.O. Box 84, Station M, Toronto, ON
416-535-2368
 
Aurora/Ontario Early Years
Share the challenges and opportunities in parenting while experiencing a quality program with your children. Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m
40 Engelhard Dr. Unit 1, Aurora, ON
905-751-1011
 
Brampton Neighbourhood Resource Centre
Support groups for parents/caregivers with preschool children such as You and Your Baby, Young Moms and drop-in programs. Brampton Square Mall, 50 Kennedy Rd. S., Brampton and other locations.
50 Kennedy Rd. S., Brampton Square Mall, Brampton, ON
905-452-1262
 
Burlington Family Resource Centre/Ontario Early Years
Offers many programs for children, parents and childcare providers. Drop in program.
676 Appleby Line, Burlington, ON
905-632-9377
 
Central Eglinton Community Centre
Parent/caregiver and infant drop-ins.
160 Eglington Ave. E., Toronto, ON
416-392-0511
 
Come Play with Me
Do you have a child with special needs? Are you waiting for service or an assessment for your child? Free drop-in play group that offers an opportunity to practice social skills and play. Siblings (newborn to 5 years) are welcome. Offered at Oakville Parent-Child Centre.
461 North Service Rd. W. Unit 17, Oakville, ON
905-849-6366
 
Early Years Centre
Parents and caregivers take part with their children in programs and activities, get information about programs and services, talk to Early Years professionals and other parents and caregivers in the community.
n/a, ON
1-866-821-7770
www.ontarioearlyyears.ca
 
Family Services York Region
Offers individual, family and marital counselling. Parenting groups deal with Parenting the Strong-Willed Child and Good Parenting.
4261 Highway 7, Suite 203, Unionville, ON
905-415-9719
 
Gerrard Resource Centre
Drop-in Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Other programs include Childcare Referral and Free Toy Lending Library during program hours.
Other program offered is an Early Learning Drop-In Thursdays only 6 to 8 p.m. at the YMCA; 15 Breadalbane St., Toronto.
349 Ontario St., Toronto, ON
416-925-4363
 
Growing Together
A free service for families with children from birth to 5 years who live in the Jamestown area of Toronto. Parenting classes, children’s programs, drop-in groups for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and older.
260 Wellesley St. E., Toronto, ON
416-921-8716
 
Growing Up Healthy Downtown
Partnership of eight community-based, multi-service agencies working with families with young children in downtown Toronto. Learn parenting skills, develop networks of support and access community resources. Call Sophia Ali, GUHD coordinator at ext. 328.
Toronto, ON
416-595-9230
 
Help for Parents
Halton Parent Support Group meets weekly during the evenings. This self-support group has trained leaders, helps parents of children who are in trouble at home, at school or with the law, abuse or taking drugs. Member of Association of Parent Support Groups in Ontario (APSGO).
Halton Region, ON
1-800-488-5666
www.apsgo.ca
 
La Leche League Canada
Mothers/expectant mothers interested in breastfeeding their babies meet each month. Provides free information and encouragement through telephone support and monthly group meetings. Check our website for leaders in your local area or call.

Burlington/Hamilton, ON
905-381-1010
Toronto, ON
416-483-3368
www.lllc.ca
 
Markham First Time Moms
Six-week support session for new moms and infants under six months. Discussions, borrow books and videos.
70 Main St., Markham, ON
905-471-1620
 
Milton Community Resource Centre
Offers a variety of programs and services to parents and caregivers for children from newborns to 5 years. Play group, drop-in, toy library, workshops, guest speakers and discussions, as well as a Nursery School Program.
420 Bronte St. S., Milton, ON
905-876-1244
 
Mississauga Parent Child Centres
Drop-in for adults and kids all year long. Special summer activities program Wednesdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m., for children ages newborns to 6 and their parents and caregivers. Call Turtle Creek Early Years at 905-822-1114 to sign up.
1801 Lakeshore Road W., Mississauga, ON
905-822-1114
www.mpcrc.ca
 
Next Door Family Resources
Drop-in centre, resource library, workshops, music programs, special events and a childcare registry for families in the Lakeshore/Queensway, Etobicoke area.
Etobicoke, ON
416-259-0333
 
Oak Park Moms and Tots
Information on childcare providers, parenting information and a great way to connect to other local moms. Programs do not require pre-registration and you can join in at any time. All programs are at 2530 Sixth Line, Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre, Oakville, unless otherwise stated.
2530 Sixth Line, Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre, Oakville, ON
905-257-6029
www.oakparkmomsandtots.ca
 
Oakville Parent-Child Centre
Offers a variety of parenting workshops during the day, evening and weekends. Workshops provide a chance to get information and meet others. Childcare may be available.
Oakville, ON
905 849-6366 ext. 22
 
Oakville Parent-Child Centre
Wide variety of drop-ins for children ages newborn to 5, which is offered at five locations in Oakville. Visit our website for a schedule and other programs such as Parent & Tot programs, Just for Kids programs, Nursery School, Toy and Parenting Library and other resources.
Oakville, ON
905 849-6366
www.op-cc.ca
 
One Parent Families Association of Canada, Markham
Provides one-parent families with a sense of belonging in a two-parent society. General meetings held the second Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at Swiss Chalet, Highway 7 in front of Markville Mall. Call Mary Devlin.
Markham, ON
905-831-7098
 
Parent Education Network
Committed to helping parents develop the tools needed to meet the challenges of parenting through a series of programs that emphasize encouragement, empowerment and mutual respect. Parenting courses are held at a variety of accessible locations and include Positive Discipline, How to Talk So Kids Will Listen, Siblings Without Rivalry and Parenting the LD Child.
Toronto, ON
416-255-8969
www.parenteducationnetwork.ca
 
Parenting Programs Office of the Toronto Board of Education
Offers five-week courses for parents of infants and toddlers; $35/family. Parenting Your Infant is a program for new parents and their babies featuring songs, discussion and toy-making. Parenting Your 1 to 3 Year Old features evening discussions, handouts and parenting book library. With children up to six years at 58 Toronto locations.
Toronto, ON
416-394-2144
www.tdsb.on.ca
 
Parents without Partners
A non-profit organization offering special events to support single parents and their kids.
Toronto, ON
416-489-2221
www.parentswithoutpartners.org
 
Pathways Resource Centres
Crafts, songs and book-lending library, caregiver support, and child care information.
70 Main St., Stouffville, ON
905-471-1620
 
Pathways Stouffville for Children, Youth, Families
Crafts, songs, stories, book-lending library and child care information.
6432 Main St., Markham, ON
905-471-1620
www.pathwaysyorkregion.org
 
Postpartum Peer Support Group
Learn about PMD and what you can do to help yourself and family. Light refreshments and childcare are available. This free program is offered at Oakville Parent-Child Centre.
461 North Service Rd. W, Unit 17, Oakville, ON
905-849-6366 ext. 22
 
Postpartum Support Group, Richmond Hill
Available for new mothers expecting postpartum depression, mood disorders, anxiety or stress. Facilitated by experienced nurse psychotherapist, referrals based on assessment and home visit. Call York Region Health Connection.
Richmond Hill, ON
1-800-361-5653 or 905-762-2090
 
Toronto Public Health
A series for new parents with infants six weeks to six months. Parents can bring their baby and join other parents for discussions about adjusting to parenthood, infant nutrition, growth and development, baby care, safety and community resources led by a public health care nurse. Free programs.
Toronto, ON
416-338-7600
 
Woodbridge/Ontario Early Years Centre
Share the challenges and opportunities in child raising while experiencing a quality structured program with your children. Monday to Wednesday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
140 Woodbridge Ave., Woodbridge, ON
905-856-5511 ext.215