Ottawa, Ontario

Parent Education Calendar

The Parent Resource Centre presents a searchable directory of parent education events, professional training events for those working with families and community support groups for parents. The information is not strictly bilingual; information is posted in the language that it is received.


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Parents Exploring Day Dare Options

This two hour workshop explores the various child care options available in the Ottawa Carleton area for  parents and their children .

Date: Dec 30, 2009 - Dec 30, 2010
» Takes place on the Third Thursday of each month.
Location:

333, Churchill Av. North

Ottawa 

Provided by: Childrens Village   www.childrensvillage.on.ca
Times: 1.15 p.m.  
Contact: Gaye Rigby-Mann  613-725-2040 x 138  Send Email
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Parenting Solo: Making it Work!

A single parent needs to develop particular skills and learn to take good care of her/himself in order to maintain the ability to parent effectively and lovingly. Come and share strategies,successes, and struggles too.

 

Date: Feb 3, 2010 - Mar 10, 2010 » Every 6 weeks on Wed
Location:

1365 Richmond Road, Ottawa

Provided by: Ottawa West/Nepean OEYC & PQCHC   www.pqchc.com
Fees: free   Times: 6:30- 8:30 pm- Wednesday  
Contact: 613-820-4922 x 640  Send Email
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Parenting through Separation and Divorce

Topics include: Coping with stress, Understanding conflict and how it affects your family, Problem solving, Cooperative communication, Co-parenting and parenting plans...

Date: Feb 9, 2010 - Mar 9, 2010 » Every week on Tue
Location:

 312 Parkdale Avenue

Provided by: Family Services à la famille Ottawa,   www.familyservicesottawa.org
Fees: $125.00 Subsidies are available   Times: 6:30 to 8:30 Tuesday  
Contact: Call 613-725-3601 x 207 Information/Registration  Send Email
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Beyond The Basics

An eight-week parenting series - for mandated parents of children aged birth to 10 years. Share issues, strengths, challenges and strategies, on a wide range of child rearing topics!  

Date: Mar 1, 2010 - Apr 19, 2010 » Every 8 weeks on Mon
Location:

1365 Richmond Road, Ottawa

Provided by: Ottawa West/Nepean OEYC & PQCHC   www.pqchc.com
Fees: free   Times: 6:30- 8:30 pm  
Contact: 613-820-4922 ext 640  Send Email
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Walking in My Shoes (WIMS)

Walking in My Shoes is a "parents helping parents" support group designed for parents of children with special needs. You are invited to attend this group get-together once a month. Meet others who have similar concerns and experiences. Parents will have the opportunity to share information, challenges, concerns and resources. A facilitator will be present to guide

discussions and provide links to resources.

 

Date: Mar 1, 2010 - Jun 15, 2010
» Takes place on the Third Tuesday of each month.
Location:

Centretown Community Health Centre

420 Cooper Street

Provided by: Janet Robinson,Group Facilitator   www.wimsparents.ca
Fees: none   Times: 6:30 -8:30  
Contact: Janet Robinson  613- 841-1194  Send Email
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Teens... The Great Parenting Challenge

Come and meet other parents and learn new strategies for making parenting more effective, less stressful and more rewarding - for everyone. Topics include:  Teen development, Effective communication, Dealing with conflict, Building trust and respect, Setting limits and more.

Date: Mar 4, 2010 - Apr 8, 2010 » Every week on Thu
Location:

Family Services- Ottawa

312 Parkdale Avenue

Provided by: Family Services à la famille Ottawa,   www.familyservicesottawa.org
Fees: $125.00 person $225.00 couples Subsidies Available   Times: 6:30 to 8:30 Thursday (March 18 excluded)  
Contact: 613-725-3601 x 207  Send Email
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Infant Massage

Moms and/or Dads and baby 7 months or younger (not yet crawling).  Please attend both sessions.  Bring a thick blanket for your baby to lie on and dress comfortably as you will be sitting on mats on the floor.

Date: Mar 8, 2010 - Mar 11, 2010
Location:

1365 Richmond Road, Ottawa

Provided by: Pinecrest Queensway Community Health Centre  
Fees: free   Times: 1:30-3:00 pm Mon/Thursday  
Contact: 613-820-4922 x 640  Send Email
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Fabriquer et emporter "Les dinosaures"

Venez fabriquer des activités et apprendre des chansons sur le thème des dinosaures. Vous retournerez à la maison avec une trousse prête à utiliser!

Date: Mar 10, 2010
Location:

Carrefour d'apprentissage Marie-Curie

860 avenue Colson

oeycottawasouth@afchildcare.on.ca
Times: 6:30-8:30 pm mercredi  
Contact: Samara Rose Nadeau  613-737-6369 
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On Middle Ground... Parenting 6 to 12 year olds

Topics include: Child development, Effective communication, Building self-esteem, Setting limits, Effective discipline techniques and more... 

 

Date: Mar 23, 2010 - Apr 20, 2010 » Every week on Tue
Location:

Family Services - Ottawa

312 Parkdale Avenue

Provided by: Family Services à la famille Ottawa   www.familyservicesottawa.org
Fees: $125.00 person $225.00 couples Subsidies available   Times: 6:30 to 8:30 Tuesday's  
Contact: 613-725-3601 x 207 for information/registration.  Send Email
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Mini MindMasters

The Mini MindMasters program gives parents and child care providers activities to do with children to teach them: listening and focusing, body awareness, relaxation and stress management, and positive perspectives.

Limit of 15 adults.

Date: Mar 24, 2010 - Mar 31, 2010 » Every week on Wed
Location:

Mothercraft Ottawa

475 Evered Avenue

Provided by: OEYC-   www.mothercraft.com
Fees: free   Times: 6:30- 8:30 p.m. Wednesday  
Contact: Cathy Cadieux  613-728-1839 ext. 0  Send Email
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How to Talk so Kids Will Listen...

Develop positive communications with your child/ren by learning and practicing new skills: Acknowledging Feelings, Engaging Cooperation, looking at Alternatives to Punishment, New ways to Praise and more.  For parents of children aged 4 - 8

Date: Mar 24, 2010 - Apr 28, 2010 » Every 6 weeks on Wed
Location:

The Abraar School @ 1085 Grenon Avenue.

Provided by: Ottawa West/Nepean OEYC & PQCHC   www.pqchc.com
Fees: free   Times: 6:30-8:30 pm Wednesday  
Contact: 613-820-4922 ext 640  Send Email
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Choisir un service de garde : par où commencer?

Cet atelier est désigné pour parents à la recherche d'un service de garde à Ottawa. Information sur la garde des petites offrira un aperçu des différentes options de garde disponibles. Des outils vous seront remis afin de vous aider à prendre une décision informée en matière de garde d'enfants.

Durant le groupe de jeu -- aucune inscription requise.

Date: Mar 24, 2010
Location:

Carrefour d'apprentissage de l'école Terre-des-Jeunes 1303, chemin Fellows, Local 132

Provided by: Informations ur la garde des petits   www.grandirensemble.ca
Fees: Gratuit   Times: 9 à 11 h mercredi  
Contact: Réception - Grandir ensemble  613 789-3020, poste 0  Send Email
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Healthy Eating for Toddlers and Preschoolers

Wondering  about:  serving sizes, menu ideas, how to teach and maintain healthy eating patterns and attitudes to food?   For parents of children 18 months to 4 years old.

Date: Mar 25, 2010
Location:

1365 Richmond Road, Ottawa

Provided by: Pinecrest Queensway Community Health Centre   www.pqchc.com
Fees: free   Times: 1:30- 3:30 pm Thursday  
Contact: 613-820-4922 x 640  Send Email
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Neuroscience and Brain Development in Infants

Based on research from the Born to Learn Institute, an experienced Parent Educator will walk you through early brain development and how to stimulate the growth of the infant brain. This fascinating workshop will provide you with concrete information and practical exercises.

Date: Mar 31, 2010
Location:

City View Centre for Child and Family Services, 1099, Longfields Drive,

Home Child Care Entrance

Provided by: Pyramid of Learning. City View Centre  
Times: 6:30 - 8:00 pm Wednesday  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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Picky Eaters

Learn why some children are picky eaters, how to deal with picky eaters and good nutrition (Infants- 6 years)

Date: Apr 14, 2010
Location:

OEYC Nepean-Carleton, 1099 Longfields Drive, Nepean

Provided by: OEYC Nepean-Carleton  
Times: 6:30- 8:00 p.m. Wednesday  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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Transitions To Solids/Making Baby Food

How much? What to give? Come and learn more about feeding your baby/toddler and challenges parent's may face.

Date: Apr 21, 2010
Location:

OEYC Nepean-Carleton, 1099 Longfields Dr. Nepean

Provided by: OEYC Nepean-Carleton  
Times: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Wednesday  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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From Baby Food to Table Food

Wondering how much food your older child needs? What are some of the feeding challenges?  Looking for recipe ideas? A dietician will help answer these questions and more. Parent of babies 10-18 months

Date: Apr 26, 2010
Location:

Katimavik Preschool Resource Centre

180 Katimavik Road  Entrance on McGibbon

Kanata

 

Provided by: Katimavik Preschool Resource Centre  
Times: 1-3:00 pm Monday  
Contact: 613-591-6030  Send Email
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7 R's Of Developing Permanent Learned Behaviours

Developing a learned behaviour is like riding a bike, or is it? Join us in this lively informative workshop that will guide you through 7 possible contributors to a learned behaviour. Explore ways to make it last a lifetime.

Date: Apr 28, 2010
Location:

City View Centre for Child and Family Services, 1099 Longfield Dr., Nepean (Home Child Care Entrance)

Provided by: Pyramid of Learning Series 2010  
Times: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. mercredi/Wednesday  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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1-2-3 Magic

With 1-2-3 Magic you will learn: How to get your kids to stop doing what you don't want them to do (arguing, whining, tantrums, sibling rivalry). How to encourage your kids to start doing what you want them to do (cleaning rooms, going to bed, homework). How to avoid the Talk-persuade-argue-yell syndrome. How to handle misbehavior in public. How to deal with the six kinds of testing and manipulation

 

Date: Apr 29, 2010
Location:

Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre

75 Hemmingwood Way, Nepean, Bus#178

Provided by: Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre  
Times: 6:30-9:00 pm Thursday  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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Sibling Rivalry

Sibling relationships can be very challenging. This workshop deals with how and why sibling rivalry develops. You will learn strategies to help you and your children create a more peaceful home environment.

Date: May 5, 2010
Location:

OEYC Nepean-Carleton 1099 Longfields Drive, Nepean

Provided by: OEYC Nepean-Carleton  
Times: 6:30- 8:00 p.m.Wednesday/mercredi  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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Anger Management for Parents

All parents experience anger - but there are ways of dealing with this common emotion in a positive way.  This workshop covers techniques for managing your anger and for channeling it into an effective discipline experience.

Date: May 12, 2010
Location:

211-210 Centrum Blvd. Suite 102 Orléans

Provided by: Betsy Mann   www.crcoc.ca
Fees: free   Times: 7:00-9:00 pm Wednesday  
Contact: OEYC Ottawa-Orléans  613-834-9620 
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Bullying and Teasing

Bullying and teasing is the number one social problem that faces our youth today. Learn how the environment and your behaviour affects the outcome of whether your child will bully, tease or be bullied by others. This very informative workshop will provide you with concrete facts and strategies to decrease the severity of this problem.

Date: May 26, 2010
Location:

City View Centre for Child and Family Services,1099, Longfields Drive, Nepean

Provided by: Pyramid of Learning Series 2010  
Times: 6:30- 8:00 p.m. Wednesday  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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For Parents/Caregivers (children aged birth to 6)

Parler pour que les enfants écoutent et écouter pour que les enfants parlent
Cette série de 6 ateliers vise à améliorer la communication entre les parents et leurs enfants. Le programme fournit des habiletés de base que pourront ensuite appliquer les parents ou toutes autres personnes qui travaillent avec des enfants.
Date: Jan 20, 2010 - Apr 7, 2010
Location: 210 boul. Centrum Suite 102
Provided by: CPEO Ottawa-Orléans   www.crcoc.ca
Times: 19h00 à 21h00 Wednesday  
Contact: Mélanie Couturier et Dominik Lavictoire  613-834-9620  Send Email
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Why Do Children Do What They Do?

Join our monthly informal parent discussion groups, as we explore the topic "Why Do Children Do What They Do" We will review current parenting philosophies and strategies. Come and share your knowledge, experience, and get answers to your questions. 

Date: Jan 25, 2010 - Mar 22, 2010
» Takes place on the Fourth Monday of each month.
Location:

Centre des services communautaires Vanier

290 rue Dupuis

Provided by: Centre de la petite enfance Ottawa-Vanier   www.cscvanier.com
Times: 10:00-10:30 am (during the playgroup)  
Contact: 613-744-2892 x 1054 
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Mother Goose

Come and join us for a 7 week series, have fun learning with your infant to 18 months, new rhymes and songs. Share special moments with your baby.

Date: Jan 27, 2010 - Mar 10, 2010 » Every week on Wed
Location:

Parent Resource Centre

300 Goulburn Private

Ottawa ON K1N 1C9

Provided by: Parent Resource Centre   www.parentresource.on.ca
Times: 1:30- 2:30 pm Wednesday  
Contact: Paula  613-565-2467 x 226 
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Infant Massage

This 3 session workshop will allow parents to learn how to massage their baby to help improve sleep, bonding, development and more. Limit 10 babies.

Date: Feb 27, 2010 - Mar 13, 2010 » Every week on Sat
Location:

Mothercraft Ottawa

475 Evered Avenue

Provided by: OEYC-Ottawa Centre   www.mothercraft.com
Fees: free   Times: 10:00- 11:00 a.m. Saturday  
Contact: Cathy Cadieux  613-728-1839 x 0  Send Email
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Feeding Your Baby and Toddler

Learn how to store your baby food and serve nutritious meals and snacks to toddlers and preschoolers. Parents will  also learn to identify new strategies for dealing with their children's mealtime behaviours.

Date: Mar 9, 2010
Location:

Mothercraft Ottawa

475 Evered Avenue

Provided by: OEYC   www.mothercraft.com
Fees: free   Times: 1:30- 3:30 p.m. Tuesday  
Contact: Cathy Cadieux  613-728-1839 x 0  Send Email
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Fabriquez et apportez - les dinosaures

Venez participer à des activités et apprendre des chansons sur le thème des dinosaures. Vous retournerez à la maison avec une trousse prête à utiliser!

Date: Mar 10, 2010
Location:

Carrefour d'apprentissage de l'école Marie-Curie 860, avenue Colson

Provided by: Centre de la petite enfance Ottawa-Sud   www.grandirensemble.ca
Fees: Gratuit   Times: 18 h 30 à 20 h 30 mercredi  
Contact: Centre de la petite enfance Ottawa-Sud  613 737-6369  Send Email
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Ils ne pensent pas comme nous

Même si les enfants d'âge préscolaire peuvent parler en phrases complètes, on ne peut pas s'attendre à ce qu'ils puissent raisonner comme les adultes, contrôler leurs émotions ou gérer leurs relations sociales sans problèmes.  Cet atelier vous aidera à comprendre le développement de votre enfant afin de pouvoir mieux choisir des  stratégies de discipline qui fonctionnent.

Date: Mar 10, 2010
Location:

210-211 boul.Centrum Suite 102 Orléans

Provided by: Betsy Mann   www.crcoc.ca
Fees: gratuit   Times: 19h00 à 21h00 mercredi  
Contact: OEYC Ottawa-Orléans  613-834-9620 
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L'heure du conte (à la bibliothèque de Vanier)

Venez participer à l'heure du conte à la bibliothèque de Vanier

Date: Mar 12, 2010
Location:

Centre Richelieu-Vanier

300 av des Pères Blancs

Provided by: Centre de la petite enfance Ottawa-Vanier   www.cscvanier.com
Times: 10h30 à 11h30 (le groupe de jeu francophone)  
Contact: 613-744-2892 poste 1054 
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Le jeu, c'est sérieux!

Jouer, c'est s'adonner à une activité pour se divertir et en tirer du plaisir. L'enfant joue pour jouer et cela est source de nombreuses découvertes pour l'enfant et lui permet diverses réalisations. Vous pourrez aider votre enfant à se découvrir et à découvrir le monde dans lequel il vit.

Date: Mar 16, 2010
Location:

Carrefour d'apprentissage de l'école Montfort

350, Den Haag

Provided by: Parent Resource Centre   www.grandirensemble.ca
Fees: Gratuit   Times: 18 h 30 à 20 h 30 mardi  
Contact: Réception - Grandir ensemble  613 789-3020, poste 0  Send Email
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Physical Activity

Parents will be aware of how to promote an active lifestyle in their family. Become knowledgeable regarding the health risks for children that are associated with an inactive lifestyle. Parents will know how to access community resources regarding physical activity for young children

Date: Mar 22, 2010
Location:

Bethany Hope Centre

1140 Wellington Street West

Provided by: OEYCentre   www.mothercraft.com
Fees: free   Times: 10:00 -12:00 p.m. Monday  
Contact: Cathy Cadieux  613-728-1839 x0  Send Email
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Équilibre travaille et famille
Date: Mar 23, 2010
Location:

Les parents apprendront diverses stratégies qu'ils pourront adopter pour mieux équilibrer leur vie familiale et professionnelle. Ils acquerront des idées sur la façon de gérer plus efficacement leur temps.

Provided by: Centre de la petite enfance Ottawa Centre   www.mothercraft.com
Fees: gratuit   Times: 9 h 15 à 11 h 15 mardi  
Contact: Cathy Cadieux  613-728-1839 poste 0  Send Email
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Kids Have Stress Too

This is a three part Workshop designed to help parents/caregivers better understand children's stress. You will learn how to teach your children ways to manage it .

For parents/caregivers with children 3- 9 years

Date: Mar 23, 2010 - Apr 6, 2010 » Every week on Tue
Location:

75 Hemmingwood Way, Nepean Bus # 178

Provided by: Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre  
Times: 7:00-9:00 pm Tuesday's x 3  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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Sibling Rivalry

Learn how to identify the reasons why children fight or argue. Parents will learn how sibling rivalry can be a positive learning experience for children. Learn how to help your children resolve their conflicts by teaching them problem-solving techniques.

Date: Mar 24, 2010
Location:

Mothercraft Ottawa

475 Evered Avenue

Provided by: OEYCentre   www.mothercraft.com
Fees: free   Times: 9:15- 11:15 a.m. Wednesday  
Contact: Cathy Cadieux  613-728-1839 x 0  Send Email
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Time For Bed

Learn about different sleep patterns for children's different ages and stages. Learn strategies that will help children develop healthy sleep habits.

Date: Mar 25, 2010
Location:

OEYC Carleton, 2 MacNeil Court, Kanata

Provided by: Dinah Sloan, Public Health Nurse   www.communityresourcecentre.ca
Times: 9:30-11:30 Thursday  
Contact: 613-591-3686 x 276  Send Email
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Les dents de lait sont importantes

Les dents de lait sont importantes pour mastiquer les aliments, parler clairement, avoir un beau sourire et réserver l’espace nécessaire aux dents permanentes.  Quand est-ce que la première dent perce normalement?  Que faire pour prendre soin des dents de mon enfant? 

Date: Mar 26, 2010
Location:

Centre Richelieu-Vanier

300 av des Pères Blancs

Provided by: Centre de la petite enfance Ottawa-Vanier   www.cscvanier.com
Times: 9h30 à 11h30 (durant le groupe de jeu) vendredi  
Contact: 613-744-2892 poste 1054 
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Healthy Eating for Toddlers and Preschoolers

Wondering about: serving sizes, menu ideas, how to teach and maintain healthy eating patterns and attitudes to food?  Children 18 m to 4 years old.

Date: Mar 29, 2010
Location:

OEYC Carleton

2 MacNeil Court, Kanata, ON

Provided by: Anne Lim, Registered Dietitian   www.communityresourcecentre.ca
Times: 9:30-11:30 Monday  
Contact: 613-591-3686 x 276  Send Email
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Children's Teeth are Important

Children’s teeth are important for eating, talking, smiling and holding a place for adult teeth.  When does the first tooth appear?  How do I take care of my child’s teeth?  These questions and more will be answered.

Date: Mar 31, 2010
Location:

Vanier Community Service Centre

290 Dupuis st.

Provided by: Ottawa-Vanier Early Years Centre   www.cscvanier.com
Times: 9:00-11:00 am (during playgroup)  
Contact: 613-744-2892 x 1054 
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Vive la fête de Pâques

Venez participer à des activités pour célébrer la fête de Pâques. Au programme: jeux, chansons et bricolages spéciaux.

Date: Apr 1, 2010
Provided by: Centre de la petite enfance Ottawa-Vanier   www.cscvanier.com
Times: 9h00 à 11h00 (durant le groupe de francisation)  
Contact: 613-744-2892 poste 1054 
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Young Children and Play

Play is an essential component for your baby/ child to learn to imitate adult behaviours, to learn about the world around them, to develop physical and mental skills, and to be able to express and to learn  how to cope with their emotions. This information session will focus on growth and development

Date: Apr 14, 2010
Location:

211-210 Centrum Blvd. Orléans

Provided by: Helen Parker   www.crcoc.ca
Fees: free   Times: 7:00-9:00 pm Wednesday  
Contact: OEYC Ottawa-Orléans  613-834-9620 
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Raising your ''Spirited'' Child

"Spirited" children are kids but just MORE persistent, intense, sensitive, perceptive, and uncomfortable with change. Parenting a spirited child can be challenging! Sandra LeBlanc has 18 years experience counselling children and families. Join her and learn ways to manage the intensity, the power struggles and stay connected to your child.

 

Date: Apr 17, 2010
Location:

211-210 Centrum Blvd. Suite 102 Orléans 

Provided by: Sandra Leblanc   www.crcoc.ca
Fees: free   Times: 9:00-11:00 am Saturday  
Contact: OEYC Ottawa-Orléans  613-834-9620 
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Setting Consequences

Children learn self-discipline when they have to experience the consequences of their actions. This workshop will discuss at what age to start using this way of teaching self-discipline and will help you set and maintain reasonable consequences. Consequences don't need to be severe to work, just inevitable.

Date: Apr 21, 2010
Location:

211-210 Centrum Blvd. Suite 102 Orléans

Provided by: Betsy Mann   www.crcoc.ca
Fees: free   Times: 7:00-9:00 pm Wednesday  
Contact: OEYC Ottawa-Orléans  613-834-9620 
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Introduction To Infant Massage

Come and join us for a one evening workshop for baby and parent. You will learn basic baby massage techniques to practice at home.

Date: Apr 21, 2010
Location:

OEYC Nepean-Carleton,1099, Longfields Drive, Nepean

Provided by: OEYC Nepean-Carleton  
Times: 6:45- 7:45 p.m. Wednesday  
Contact:
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L'éducation des enfants: On n'est pas toujours d'accord!

Il arrive souvent que les parents ne soient pas d'accord sur les meilleurs moyens à prendre pour élever les enfants. Vous avez différents styles, différentes attentes, différentes façons de faire. Mais quand les différences sont trop grandes, elles peuvent mener à la confusion chez les enfants et à des tensions dans le couple.

Notez bien: Cet atelier s'adresse aux parents qui vivent ensemble et non pas à des parents séparés ou divorcés. Il ne remplace pas non plus le counseling conjugal.

Date: Apr 24, 2010
Location:

211-210 Centrum Blvd. Suite 102 Orléans

Provided by: Betsy Mann   www.crcoc.ca
Fees: free   Times: 9:00-11:00 am  
Contact: OEYC Ottawa-Orléans  613-834-9620 
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1-2-3 Magic

1-2-3 Magic-  A video presentation:

  • How to get your kids to STOP doing what you don't want them to do.
  • How to encourage your kids to START doing what you want them to do.
  • How to avoid Talk-Persuade-Argue-Yell-Hit Syndrome.
  • And Much More

This method is a very easy and effective method of discipline for all parents, caregivers and teachers can use effectively.

 

Date: Apr 28, 2010
Location:

211-210 Centrum Blvd. Suite 102 Orléans

Provided by: Gail Crepin   www.crcoc.ca
Fees: free   Times: 6:30-9:00 pm Wednesday  
Contact: OEYC Ottawa-Orléans  613-834-9620 
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Healthy Eating for Your Kids

Come and join Patricia and take a look at the Canada's Food Guide: the food groups, the recommended number of servings per day, the serving's size and to discover healthy meals ideas and snacks planning.

Date: May 5, 2010
Location:

211-210 Centrum Blvd. Suite 102 Orléans

 

Provided by: Patricia Desroches   www.crcoc.ca
Fees: free   Times: 7:00-9:00 pm Wednesday  
Contact: OEYC Ottawa-Orléans  613-834-9620 
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Yoga Play - Apple Blossom

This fun and gentle yoga session will support emotional, physical and mental development in a fun and uplifting way. (Children 2 - 6 yrs with adult accompaniment)

Date: May 7, 2010
Location:

OEYC Nepean-Carleton,1099 Longfields Drive, Nepean

Provided by: OEYC Nepean-Carleton  
Times: 2:00- 3:00 p.m. Friday  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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It Takes 2 to Tango!

"Laughter is the shortest distance between two people- Victor Borge"  Relationships takes work, time and effort. Learn tips to build your relationship in a fun and exciting way. This night is for people wanting to add happiness and joy into their lives. This evening will give you easy tips on how to add some fun to your relationship.

 

Date: May 19, 2010
Location:

211-210 Centrum Blvd. Suite 102 Orléans

Provided by: Suzi Sauvé   www.crcoc.ca
Fees: free   Times: 7:00-9:00 pm Wednesday  
Contact: OEYC Ottawa-Orléans  613-834-9620 
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À deux ans, on parle

Nous discuterons des étapes du développement de la communication, de la parole et du langage des enfants de la naissance jusqu'à l'âge de 24 mois. Un résumé des étapes importantes des enfants de 3 à 5 ans sera également présenté. Nous partagerons de l'information au sujet des indicateurs de risque et des stratégies concrètes pour encourager le langage. 

Date: May 26, 2010
Location:

211-210 boul. Centrum, Suite 102

Orléans

 

Provided by: Lindsay Kane   www.crcoc.ca
Fees: gratuit   Times: 19h00 à 21h00 mercredi  
Contact: CPEO Ottawa-Orléans  613-834-9620 
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For Parents/Caregivers and their Children

Craft Snack Circle-Sawmill Creek

Children will have the opportunity to make a craft, prepare their own snack and take part in circle time.

Date: Jan 13, 2010 - Mar 10, 2010
» Takes place on the Second Wednesday of each month.
Location:

Sawmill Creek Community Centre

3380 D'Aoust

oeycottawasouth@afchildcare.on.ca
Times: 9:30-11:00 am Wednesday  
Contact: Samara Rose Nadeau  613-737-6369 
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Mother Goose

This workshop will focus on the pleasures of learning language development through songs, ryhmes and tickles.

Date: Feb 4, 2010 - Mar 25, 2010 » Every week on Thu
Location:

OEYC-Nepean-Carleton,

City View Centre for Child and Family Services,

1099 Longfields Drive, Nepean K2J 5L2

Provided by: OEYC Nepean-Carleton  
Times: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Thursday  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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Hatha Yoga

This Hatha yoga class is for preschool children (3-6 years) and their parents. It will introduce the benefits of fitness in a fun, inclusive and safe class environment. The class will take a play-based approach to yoga and will contribute to the development of healthy habits that will last a lifetime. 

 

Date: Feb 18, 2010 - Mar 11, 2010 » Every 4 weeks on Thu
Location:

Farm Community Center at 1065 Ramsey Cr.

Provided by: Ottawa West/Nepean OEYC & PQCHC   www.pqchc.com
Fees: free   Times: 1:00-2:00 pm Wednesday  
Contact: 613-820-4922 x 640  Send Email
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Il était une fois

Rimes, comptines, chansons et histoires que vous pourrez partager avec votre tout.

enfants de 18 mois à 3 ans

Date: Feb 22, 2010 - Mar 22, 2010 » Every week on Mon
Location:

Centre Richelieu-Vanier

300 av des Pères Blancs

Provided by: Centre de la petite enfance Ottawa-Vanier   www.cscvanier.com
Times: 9h30 à 11h00  
Contact: 613-744-2892 poste 1054 et 1074 
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Infant Massage

Learn how to massage your baby (pre-crawling only) to help improve sleep, bonding, development and more. Babies attend.  12 spaces available.  Registration ends Dec. 29 at 4:30.

Date: Mar 9, 2010 - Mar 30, 2010 » Every week on Tue
Location:

OEYC Carleton

2 MacNeil Court, Kanata, ON

Provided by: Susan Wheat   www.communityresourcecentre.ca
Times: 2:00-3:00 Tuesday (4 sessions)  
Contact: Susan Wheat  613-591-3686 x 276  Send Email
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Salissons-nous!

Le groupe de jeu est l'endroit idéal pour faire des activités salissantes avec vos enfants. Venez vous amuser avec votre enfant à des idées d'exploration et de découverte. Un recueil de nos activités sera remis à chaque participant. Durant le groupe de jeu -- aucune inscription nécessaire

Date: Mar 9, 2010
Location:

Carrefour d'apprentissage de l'école Marie-Curie 860, avenue Colson (entrée rue Quinlan)

Provided by: Grandir ensemble   www.grandirensemble.ca
Fees: Gratuit   Times: 9 h 30 à 10 h 30 - mardi  
Contact: Réception - Grandir ensemble  613 789-3020, poste 0  Send Email
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Kids in the Kitchen

 

This workshop provides lots of fun in the kitchen. Parents and tots work together to explore and taste foods with beginner recipes. Preschoolers learn basic kitchen skills, develop dexterity, as well as develop important social skills and receive an educational boost in areas such as science, math and language. Limit of 10 children ages 24 months - 6 yrs.

Date: Mar 10, 2010
Location:

Mothercraft Ottawa

475 Evered Avenue

Provided by: OEYCentre   www.mothercraft.com
Fees: free   Times: 9:15 to 11:15 a.m.Wednesday  
Contact: Cathy Cadieux  613-728-1839 x 0  Send Email
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Choisir un service de garde-Par où commencer?

Information sur la garde des petits offrira un aperçu des différentes options de garde disponibles. Des outils seront fournis afin de vous aider à prendre une décision éclairée en matière de garde d’enfants.

Date: Mar 11, 2010
Location:

Centre des services communautaires Vanier

290 rue Dupuis

Provided by: Centre de la petite enfance Ottawa-Vanier   www.cscvanier.com
Times: 13h30 à 15h00 (durant le groupe de jeu bébé)  
Contact: 613-744-2892 poste 1054 
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March Break Fun- Afternoon Session

Come and break up your March break with fun songs, stories and crafts.

For children 3-6 years old and their parents and/or caregivers.

Date: Mar 17, 2010
Location:

OEYC-Ottawa South

2330 Don Reid Dr

oeycottawasouth@afchildcare.on.ca
Times: 1:30-3:00 pm Wednesday  
Contact: Samara Rose Nadeau  613-737-6369 
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March Break Fun- Evening Session

Come and break up your March break with fun songs, stories and crafts.

For children 3-6 yrs old with parents and or caregivers

Date: Mar 17, 2010
Location:

OEYC- Ottawa South

2330 Don Reid Dr

oeycottawasouth@afchildcare.on.ca
Times: 6:00-7:30 pm Wednesday  
Contact: Samara Rose Nadeau  613-737-6369 
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L'apprentissage à la propreté

Joignez notre discussion au sujet de l'apprentissage à la propreté. Nous discuterons des signes que l'enfant démontre pour indiquer qu'il est prêt, des trucs pour encourager l'autonomie, la communication avec les parents ainsi que l'importance d'une routine constante. Durant le groupe de jeu -- aucune inscription nécessaire.

Date: Mar 23, 2010
Location:

Carrefour d'apprentissage de l'école Marie-Curie 860, avenue Colson (entrée rue Quinlan)

Provided by: Centre de la petite enfance Ottawa-Sud   www.grandirensemble.ca
Fees: Gratuit   Times: 9 h 30 à 10 h 30 - mardi  
Contact: Centre de la petite enafnce Ottawa-Sud  613 737-6369  Send Email
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Baking with Spice!

Join Liz to bake and decorate some yummy treats! Baking is fun and more importantly teaches children reading and math skills. Be sure to join us for some tasty family fun!

(children 3 to 6 years old)

 

Date: Mar 24, 2010
Location:

211-210 Centrum Blvd. Suite 102 Orléans

 

Provided by: Elizabeth Spice   www.crcoc.ca
Fees: free   Times: 6:00-7:30 pm Wednesday  
Contact: OEYC Ottawa-Orléans  613-834-9620 
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Cook and Craft

Come and learn some cooking ideas to do with your children, enjoy a nutritional snack and have fun making a craft. Children 2 - 5 years old.

Date: Mar 24, 2010
Location:

OEYC Nepean-Carleton,

1099, Longfields Drive, Nepean

Provided by: OEYC Nepean-Carleton and South Nepean Satellite Community Health Centre  
Times: 1:30- 3:00 p.m. Wednesday  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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Yoga Play - Firefly

This fun and gentle yoga session will support emotional, physical and mental development in a fun and uplifting way.

Children 3-6 yrs with adult accompaniment

Date: Mar 26, 2010
Location:

OEYC Nepean-Carleton,

City View Centre for Child/ Family Services,

1099 Longfields Dr., Nepean K2J 5L2

Provided by: OEYC Nepean-Carleton  
Times: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Friday  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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Yoga for Children

Club Yoga provides children with tools to manage their emotional, physical and mental stress in a fun and uplifting way.

Date: Mar 27, 2010
Location:

211-210 Centrum Blvd. Suite 102 Orléans 

Provided by: Club Yoga   www.crcoc.ca
Fees: free   Times: 10:00-11:00 am Saturday  
Contact: OEYC Ottawa-Orléans  613-834-9620 
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Le jeu, c'est sérieux!

Jouer, c'est s'adonner à une activité pour se divertir et en tirer du plaisir. L'enfant joue pour jouer et cela est source de nombreuses découvertes pour l'enfant, et lui permet diverses réalisations. Vous pourrez aider votre enfant à se découvrir et à découvrir le monde dans lequel il vit. Aucune inscription nécessaire

Date: Mar 29, 2010
Location:

Carrefour d'apprentissage de l'école Trillium

135, rue Alice (entrée rue Genest)

Provided by: Parent Resource Centre   www.grandirensemble.ca
Fees: Gratuit   Times: 9 h 15 à 11 h - durant le groupe de jeu  
Contact: Réception - Grandir ensemble  613 789-3020, poste 0  Send Email
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Little Book Worms

A perfect opportunity for you and your child to enjoy the magic of books. Come read a book then make a special activity related to the story.

For children 3-6 yrs with parents and or caregivers.

Date: Mar 31, 2010
Location:

OEYC- Ottawa Years

2330 Don Reid Dr.

oeycottawasouth@afchildcare.on.ca
Times: 6:00-7:30 pm Wednesday  
Contact: Samara Rose Nadeau  613-737-6369 
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L'épanouissement global de mon enfant

Une intervenante du Centre de traitement pour enfants d'Ottawa sera présente au groupe de jeu pour répondre à vos qeustions concernant le développement de votre enfant.

Durant le groupe de jeu -- aucune inscription nécessaire

Date: Mar 31, 2010
Location:

Carrefour d'apprentissage de l'école Terre-des-Jeunes 1303, chemin Fellows (local 132)

Provided by: Centre de traitement pour enfants d'Ottawa   www.grandirensemble.ca
Fees: Gratuit   Times: 9 à 11 h - mercredi  
Contact: Réception - Grandir ensemble  613 789-3020, poste 0  Send Email
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Heure du conte

Heure du conte pour petites et grandes oreilles. Venez chanter, danser et écouter des histoires pour célébrer l'arrivé du printemps. 

Date: Mar 31, 2010
Location:

211-210 boul. Centrum Suite 102 Orléans

 

Provided by: Mélanie Couturier   www.crcoc.ca
Fees: gratuit   Times: 18h00 à 19h00 mercredi  
Contact: OEYC Ottawa-Olrléans  613-834-9620 
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Chansons et comptines

Venez découvrir les avantage des chansons et comptines  simples pour les enfants et parents qui veulent grandir en chantant!

Pour nouveau parents et leurs enfant de (2-4 ans).

Date: Apr 1, 2010 - Apr 15, 2010 » Every 3 weeks on Thu
Location:

1365 Richmond Road, Ottawa

Provided by: Ottawa West/Nepean OEYC & PQCHC   www.pqchc.com
Fees: free   Times: 1:30- 2:30 pm jeudi  
Contact: 613-820-4922 x 640  Send Email
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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Story Stretcher

"Skit skat skoodle doot - flee flop flee" Join  this fun and interactive parent child alphabet workshop.

Date: Apr 14, 2010
Location:

OEYC Nepean-Carleton, 1099 Longfields Dr., Nepean

Provided by: OEYC Nepean-Carleton  
Times: 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. Wednesday  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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Yoga Play Alphabet (2 - 6 years)

This fun and gentle yoga session will support emotional, physical and mental development in a fun and uplifting way.

Date: Apr 28, 2010
Location:

Ontario Early Years Centre Nepean-Carleton,

1099 Longfields Drive, Nepean, ON K2J 5L2

Provided by: OEYC Nepean-Carleton  
Times: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Wednesday  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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Math In A Box

Your child can start learning math in a simple and fun way. Come and play some math games and learn how to make your own.

3- 6 yrs with adult accompaniment

Date: Apr 28, 2010
Location:

OEYC Nepean-Carleton 1099 Longfields Drive, Nepean

Provided by: OEYC Nepean- Carleton  
Times: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.Wednesday  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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Yoga Play - Alphabet

This fun and gentle yoga session will support emotional, physical and mental development in a fun and uplifting way. (2 - 6 yrs with adult accompaniment)

Date: Apr 28, 2010
Location:

OEYC Nepean-Carleton, 1099, Longfields Drive, Nepean

Provided by: OEYC Nepean-Carleton  
Times: 2:00- 3:00 p.m.Wednesday  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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Snackaganza

Make healthy snacks with your preschooler! Learn how to teach your child (and maintain!) healthy eating patterns and attitudes towards food.  For 3 -3 ½ year olds and their parent or caregiver.

Date: Apr 29, 2010
Location:

1365 Richmond Road, Ottawa

Provided by: Ottawa West/Nepean OEYC & PQCHC   www.pqchc.com
Fees: free   Times: 1:30-3:30 pm Thursday  
Contact: 613-820-4922 x 640  Send Email
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In My Garden

This workshop will focus on the pleasure of gardening through various art and science activities. (Children 3 - 5 years old with an adult accompaniment).

Date: May 5, 2010
Location:

OEYC Nepean-Carleton,1099 Longfields Drive, Nepean

Provided by: OEYC Nepean-Carleton  
Times: 6:45- 7:45 p.m. Wednesday  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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How to Make Baby Food

When to begin and how to get started? We'll learn to recognize the signs that your baby is ready for solid foods. We will also prepare different vegetables and fruits and compare them to commercial baby food.

Date: May 7, 2010
Location:

211-210 Centrum Bvld. Suite 102 Orléans

Provided by: Mélanie Couturier et Dominik Lavictoire   www.crcoc.ca
Fees: free   Times: 1:30-2:30 pm Friday  
Contact: OEYC Ottawa-Orléans  613-834-9620 
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Bloom Into Spring

This workshop will focus on the pleasure of spring flowers through various crafts.

Date: May 12, 2010
Location:

OEYC Nepean-Carleton,

1099, Longfields Drive, Nepean

Provided by: OEYC Nepean-Carleton  
Times: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.Wednesday/mercredi  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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Yoga for Children

Club Yoga provides children with tools to manage their emotional, physical and mental stress in a fun and uplifting way.

Date: May 15, 2010
Location:

211-210 Centrum Blvd. Suite 102 Orléans 

Provided by: Club Yoga   www.crcoc.ca
Fees: free   Times: 10:00-11:00 am samedi/Saturday  
Contact: OEYC Ottawa-Orléans  613-834-9620 
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Mathématiques en famille

Mathématiques en famille est un atelier pour les parents/tuteurs et les enfants âgés entre 4 et 6 ans.  Les recherches démontrent que les élèves réussissent mieux à l'école quand leurs parents participent à leur éducation.  Ce programme aide les enfants à se familiariser avec les concepts mathématiques tout en ayant du plaisir. 

Date: May 19, 2010 - Jun 23, 2010 » Every week on Wed
Location:

211-210 boul. Centrum Suite 102 Orléans

Provided by: Dominik Lavictoire et Mélanie Couturier   www.crcoc.ca
Fees: gratuit   Times: 18h00 à 19h15 mercredi  
Contact: OEYC Ottawa-Orléans  613-834-9620 
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Teddy Bear's Picnic

This workshop will focus on the pleasure of learning language development through songs, stories and games. For children 3 - 6 and their teddy bears.

Date: May 19, 2010
Location:

OEYC Nepean-Carleton,

1099, Longfields Drive, Nepean

Provided by: OEYC Nepean-Carleton  
Times: 6:00- 7:00 p.m. Wednesday  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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Hungry, Hungry Caterpillar Fun and Play

Register early for this fun and interactive play session. All  activities will be based on the Eric Carle Story Book "Hungry, Hungry Caterpillar". Children 3-6 years with adult accompaniment.

Date: Jun 2, 2010
Location:

Ontario Early Years Centre Nepean-Carleton,

1099 Longfields Drive, Nepean

Provided by: OEYC Nepean-Carleton  
Times: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Wednesday  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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Prenatal and Postnatal

Infant Massage

Infant Massage

This 2 session workshop works best for infants who are not crawling

  • Calm and nurture your baby with special strokes
  • Theory and practice for new parents including Dads
Date: Mar 5, 2010 - Mar 12, 2010 » Every week on Fri
Location:

75 Hemmingwood Way, Nepean Bus #178

Provided by: Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre  
Times: 2:00-4:00 pm Friday  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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Reading Womb - Prenatal Literacy Program

The Reading Womb Prenatal Literacy Program will allow expecting parents to bond with their unborn child and promote early literacy through its weekly programming, easy-to-follow resource materials, engaging and fun books, songs and individual activities. This program will allow parents to understand prenatal literacy and how it is an important part of their child's development. Parents will also learn how prenatal literacy can influence their child's later success in school and in life.

Date: Mar 10, 2010
Location:

OEYC- Nepean-Carleton,

City View Centre for Child/ Family Services,

1099 Longfields Drive, Nepean, K2J 5L2

Provided by: OEYC Nepean-Carleton  
Times: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.Wednesday  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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Breastfeeding Support

Breastfeeding support with a Nurse/ Lactation Consultant available at the drop in on the second Wednesday of each month. Siblings under age 6 welcome.

Date: Mar 10, 2010 - Jun 9, 2010
» Takes place on the Second Wednesday of each month.
Location:

Katimavik Preschool Resource Centre

180 Katimavik Road (entrance on McGibbon)

 

Provided by: Lactation Consultant Diane Lagace  
Times: 1:00 -2:30 pm  
Contact: Judy Karwowski  613-591-6030  Send Email
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Infant CPR

Me and My Baby: Infants to 12 months

Learn Infant CPR and

  • What to do if your baby is chocking
  • What to do if your baby has an accident at home
Date: Mar 15, 2010
Location:

75 Hemmingwood Way, Nepean Bus #178

Provided by: Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre  
Times: 2:00-4:00 pm Monday  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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Sleep and Routines

Me and My Baby Program: Infants up to 12 months

  • Tips on nap-time, evening routines
  • Teach your child to self soothe
  • How to handle night wakenings
Date: Mar 22, 2010
Location:

75 Hemmingwood Way, Nepean Bus # 178

Provided by: Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre  
Times: 2:00-4:00 pm Monday  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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Care Seat Safety

Me and My Baby: Infants to 12 months

  • A trained car Seat Safety Technician will demonstrate the proper way to install your infant car seat
  • Discussion about when to transition to a front facing seat
Date: Mar 29, 2010
Location:

75 Hemmingwood Way, Nepean, Bus # 178

Provided by: Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre  
Times: 2:00-4:00 pm Monday  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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"Making the Connection"

"Making the Connection" is an 8 week commitment for parents and babies up to 8 months. Learn skills to establish loving relationships, foster two-way communication and help baby learn. Topics: Loving, Learning, and Language, through Songs and Rhymes, Create a photo album and more.

Date: Apr 9, 2010 - May 28, 2010 » Every week on Fri
Location:

Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre

75 Hemmingwood Way, Nepean, T6

Provided by: Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre  
Fees: $25 for supplies, Subsidy Available   Times: 1:00-2:30 pm Friday  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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Breast Feeding Dilemmas

Come and talk with a lactation consultant on your breast feeding concerns.  Bring your baby with you.

Date: Apr 12, 2010
Location:

Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre

75 Hemmingwood Way, Nepean Bus # 178

Provided by: Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre  
Times: 2:00- 4:00 pm Monday  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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From Baby Food to Table Food

Learn strategies to successfully transition your child from baby food to table food. Discuss serving sizes, how to solve eating problems,and ensuring adequate nutrition.

Babies 6 to 12 months

Date: Apr 19, 2010
Location:

Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre

75 Hemmingwood Way, Nepean- Bus #178

Provided by: Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre  
Times: 2:00-4:00 pm Monday  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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Child Care Options

Learn all about the child care system.

What questions to ask when looking for care and when to begin your search.

Date: Apr 26, 2010
Location:

Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre

75 Hemmingwood Way, Nepean

Provided by: Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre  
Times: 2-4:00 pm Monday  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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Infant Dental Health

A Dental Hygienist will give you information on care of baby's gums and teeth. Find out when to see the dentist and learn some strategies to help with teething.

Date: May 3, 2010
Location:

Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre

75 Hemmingwood Way Nepean K2G 5T6

Provided by: Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre  
Times: 2-4:00 pm Monday  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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Baby Talk

Find out what you can do to encourage your baby to talk.

Date: May 10, 2010
Location:

Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre

75 Hemmingwood Way Nepean

Provided by: Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre  
Times: 2-4:00 pm Tuesday  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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Natural Nutrition

Mom needs health food too!

What do you need to keep yourself healthy for your baby? Do you need supplements?

What does your baby need to grow healthy and strong?

Date: May 17, 2010
Location:

Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre

75 Hemmingwood Way, Nepean

Times: 2-4:00 pm Monday  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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Infant Information Day 2010

Meet exhibitors from the City of Ottawa and other local service providers. Come and see what east Ottawa has to offer babies newborn to 18 months old, from health care to recreation. Participate in a variety of seminars.  Breastfeeding, diaper change and snack area, gift bags and door prizes.    

Date: May 28, 2010
Location:

South Fallingbrook Community Centre

998 Valin St. Orléans

Provided by: City of Ottawa  
Fees: Free   Times: 9:30- 1:30 pm Friday  
Contact: Lyne Proulx  613-824-0633 x 221  Send Email
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Baby & Mom Yoga

Celebrate the gifts and challenges of motherhood with yoga for moms and babies (6 weeks old- to creeping stage). Mama will stretch muscles used while nursing and carrying baby, work on postpartum toning and learn tools to relax and deal with lack of sleep. Massage for baby, songs and gentle exercises for relieving gas and strengthening tiny muscles. Dress comfortably. Bring a blanket/toy for baby.

Date: May 31, 2010
Location:

Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre

75 Hemmingwood Way, Nepean Bus # 178

Provided by: Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre  
Times: 2-4:00 pm Monday  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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Health Care for Baby and Mom

A Public Health Nurse will discuss such topics as: immunization, childhood diseases, postpartum depression etc.

Date: Jun 7, 2010
Location:

Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre

75 Hemmmingwood Way, Nepean Bus #178

Provided by: Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre  
Times: 2-4:00 pm Monday  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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Parent/caregiver training

Terrific Toddlers and Preschoolers

The years between 1- 4 can be challenging and or terrific! This series offers opportunities to increase your parenting skills and knowledge of child development. Topics include: understanding parenting styles, healthy child development, positive discipline techniques, and more.You must register for all Jan. 20, Feb 10, 24, March 10, 24, 2010

Date: Jan 20, 2010 - Mar 24, 2010 » Every 2 weeks on Wed
Location:

OEYC-Ottawa South, 2330 Don Reid Dr.

oeycottawasouth@afchildcare.on.ca
Times: 6:30-8:30 pm Wednesday  
Contact: Samara Rose Nadeau  613-737-6369 
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How to Lead an Effective Circle

Learn some helpful hints to keep children engaged throughout an entire circle.  Everyone will leave with some new songs and a new circle activity.

Date: Mar 31, 2010
Location:

OEYC-Ottawa South

2330 Don Reid Dr.

oeycottawasouth@afchildcare.on.ca
Times: 6:30-8:30 pm Wednesday  
Contact: Samara Rose Nadeau  613-737-6369 
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Home Child Care Training Level 1 Unit 7 Nutrition

Learn basic ways to serve nutritious food to children and teach them healthy eating habits.

Learn how to plan a balanced and nutrious menu. Understand the different responsibilites of adults and children as it concerns food and eating. Learn ways to make meal times pleasant.

Date: Apr 8, 2010
Location:

Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre

75 Hemmingwood Way, Nepean Bus # 178

Provided by: Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre  
Times: 7-9:00 pm Thursday  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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Siblings Without Rivalry

Based on the book "Siblings Without Rivalry" by Faber/Mazlish

Topics Include: Helping children deal with their feelings about each other. Keeping children separate and unequal. Children's roles.

When children fight. Problem solving

 

 

Date: Apr 12, 2010 - May 3, 2010 » Every week on Mon
Location:

Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre

75 Hemmingwood Way, Nepean

Provided by: Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre  
Fees: $20 deposit for book, Subsidy Available   Times: 7-9:00 pm Monday  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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Coping with the "Spirited Child"

"Spirited" children are normal children who are more intense, more persistent, more sensitive, more perceptive and more uncomfortable with change than other children.

Workshop will look at strategies on coping with the Spirited Child

Date: May 4, 2010 - May 25, 2010 » Every week on Tue
Location:

Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre

75 Hemmingwood Way, Nepean, Bus # 178

Provided by: Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre  
Fees: $20 for book, Subsidy Available   Times: 7-9:00 pm Tuesday  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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Home Child Care Training Level 1 Unit 8 Child Development

Learn to apply knowledge of the stages of child development to the children in your care.

Gain general knowledge of the broad lines of child development. Understand that each Child develops at a unique pace. Recognize the role of child care providers in supporting and encouraging each child's development

Date: May 13, 2010
Location:

Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre

75 Hemmingwood Way, Nepean Bus #178

Provided by: Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre  
Times: 7-9 pm Thursday  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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For Fathers

Just for Dads... Parenting When You're Single

This eight-week course offers an informative, interactive exploration of challenges and opportunities facing fathers when they're on their own. Come and meet other single fathers and discover new strategies for making parenting more effective, less stressful and more rewarding - for everyone.

 

Date: Feb 10, 2010 - Mar 31, 2010 » Every week on Wed
Location:

 Family Services à la famille Ottawa 

 312 Parkdale Avenue

Provided by: Family Services à la famille Ottawa,   www.familyservicesottawa.org
Fees: Free   Times: 6:30 to 8:30 Wednesday (March 17 excluded)  
Contact: 613-725-3601 x 207 Info and Registration.  Send Email
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A Workshop For Dads

Enhance your parenting skills and discover strategies to help your children (0-6 years) meet their full potential.

Date: Apr 7, 2010
Location:

OEYC Nepean-Carleton,

1099 Longfields Drive, Nepean

Provided by: OEYC Nepean-Carleton  
Times: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Wednesday  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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Community Support Groups for Parents

P.A.T. Playgroup

Come out and meet other PAT families as you enjoy playing together in a secure, social and fun setting.

Date: Mar 17, 2010
Location:

OEYC Nepean-Carleton,

City View Centre for Child and Family Services

1099 Longfields Drive, Nepean K2J 5L2

Provided by: OEYC Nepean-Carleton  
Times: 5:45 - 6:45 p.m. Wednesday  
Contact: 613-825-5990 
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Breast Feeding Support Group

La Leche League Group- With babies and toddlers.

Date: Apr 1, 2010 - Aug 5, 2010
» Takes place on the First Thursday of each month.
Location:

75 Hemmingwood Way, Nepean Bus # 178

Provided by: Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre  
Times: 7-9:00 pm  
Contact: Gudrun  613-225-4819  Send Email
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