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January 1 to April 30, 2017 Early Years Centre ………..... 2Parent/Caregiver Programs ………….. 4Parent & Child Programs ………….. 6Drop-In Play Groups ………….. 10Community Supports ………….. 11Drop-In Programs ………….. 12Triple P Parenting ………….. 14

Your Guide Brant 2 Winter 2017 Course Schedule

Welcome to the Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant – Winter Issue – January to April, 2017 Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, P.O. Box 25040 Brantford, ON N3T 6K5

Email: [email protected]: www.eycbrant.ca/oeyc

Phone: 519-759-3833 or 1-888-33CHILD Administered by:

Funded by the Ministry of Education

Hours of Operation/Drop-in Programs at 30 Bell Lane Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat

Centre Hours 9 am – 5 pm 9 am – 8 pm 9 am – 8 pm 9 am – 5 pm 9 am – 12 pm 9 am – 2 pm

Resource Library Hours 9 am – 5 pm 12 – 8 pm 12 – 8 pm 9 am – 5 pm CLOSED 9 am – 2 pm

Together Time Drop-in 0-6 years

9 am – 12 pm 1 pm – 4 pm 1 pm – 4 pm 9 am – 12 pm

1 pm – 4 pm 9 am – 12 pm 9 am – 12 pm

Just Baby & Me Drop-in 0-12 months

2 pm – 4 pm 2 pm – 4 pm

OEYC: Brant Closures The OEYC Brant Centre is closed on the following days:

December 24, 2016 to January 2, 2017 for the Christmas and New Year’s Holidays. Re-open January 3, 2017

February 18 to 20, 2017 – Family Day Weekend. Re-open February 21, 2017 April 7 & 8 – Annual CHANGE Conference. Re-open April 10, 2017 April 14 to 17 – Easter Weekend. Re-open April 18, 2017

ServicesThe Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant is adopting the Emergent Curriculum program approach. This approach views children, families and educators as competent, capable of complex thinking, curious and rich in potential.The Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant offers a number of FREE services for parents, caregivers, educators and young children ages 0 to 6 years. These services include:

Parent/Caregiver & Child Stay and Play Drop-in Programs o Together Time (0 - 6 years) o Just Baby & Me (0 - 12 months) o A partner in the Brantford/Brant Best Start Early Learning and Parenting Centres

Parent/Caregiver Workshops and Parent/Caregiver & Child Workshops Early Years Literacy Workshops and Resources Resource Library with Toy Lending (0 - 12 years) and Equipment Room Quality Child Care Information and Directory Transportation Support Community Outreach and Events Professionals, Educators and Caregivers Services and SupportsInformation about other Community Programs and Services

This symbol means the workshop is an “evidence-based intervention.” That means the workshop has been developed by professionals, uses a manual to provide consistent learning, and has been evaluated for effectiveness. For further details, see www.communityed.ca/training.cfm

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Registration for Workshops Registration start dates for all OEYC: Brant workshops. Space is limited, register early.

Friday, December 2, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for January and February workshops Friday, February 3, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for March and April workshops

How do you register for the OEYC: Brant workshops? register in person or phone 519-759-3833 email [email protected]. Note: email is not accepted on the first day of registration. registration can only be made for yourself

When you are registering: Make the commitment to attend or call us with your cancellation so that someone else can benefit from

the experience. If you do not attend the first session in a series without making previous arrangements, your space will

be given to the next person on the cancellation list.

Taking Photos or Recordings in Programs Families are reminded when using the programs offered by the OEYC: Brant that not all participants wish to have their own or their children’s photos taken. To protect the privacy of all participants:

before taking a picture ask a staff member for permission and you must receive permission from individuals that will appear clearly recognizable in the picture if the photographed individuals are under 18 years, the photographer should receive permission from

the parent or guardian. get consent before such photos are posted to social media websites.

Looking for more workshops? Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant offers Continuous Professional Learning Opportunities for

Professionals, Educators and Caregivers. To view these workshops go to www.eycbrant.ca/oeyc or pick up a copy in our Resource Library. There is a minimal fee for some of the workshops to cover the cost of materials. Children cannot be accommodated for Continuous Professional Learning Opportunity workshops.

Fostering Brant’s Growth in Early Learning and Child Care: Ask us how this new quality initiative is making a difference in our programs.

Integrated Services in the Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant Programs Talking Tots, the Brant County Preschool Speech and Language System

Speech Language Pathologist from Talking Tots, the Brant County Preschool Speech and Language system, is available at the Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant to complete an individual speech and language screening with your child.

This service is available by appointment only. Screening can be completed with children between the ages of 6 months to eligibility for Senior

Kindergarten entry. Call 519-753-7453 if you would like to schedule a screening for your child.

Child Development Outreach The Infant and Child Development Program of Lansdowne Children’s Centre provides developmental

screening for children aged 0 to 5 years, 11 months. A screen will provide information about your child’s individual strengths and needs. Referrals to other community services can also be made if recommended. To arrange a screen appointment, call Michelle Connell at 519-753-3154, x 206.

18 month screens – the Infant and Child Development Program is running a pilot project with a focus on screening 18 month old children – 18 months is the optimal time to identify children in need of extra support so that intervention can be successful before school entry. Call Erin Thomson at 519-753-3154 to arrange a screen for children aged 17 - 18 months.


Parenting/Caregiving with Children 0-6 years Positive Discipline

By: OEYC Brant

Thursdays, January 26 - March 2 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario

Registration starts Friday, Dec. 2. Call 519-759-3833.

0 - 6 years

Resource based program

Parenting/caregiving is a joyful, frustrating and exhilarating, journey

Explore suggestions and information to guide your child toward a happy, successful life

First Aid for Parents/Caregivers

By: OEYC Brant

Tuesday, March 21 6:00 pm to 7:30 pmOntario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario

Registration starts Friday, Feb. 3.Call 519-759-3833.Child care is available. Indicate your need for child care when you register.

0 - 6 years

Non-certificate course

Infant and child CPR and choking

So This Is Your Toddler

By: OEYC Brant

Tuesday, January 10 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario


1 - 3 years

Understanding and knowing your child's developmental stages and milestones are key to gaining a better understanding of your child

The Top 10 Things Parents/Caregivers Need to Know about Parenting/Caregiving

By: OEYC Brant

Wednesday, January 18 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario

Registration starts Friday, Dec. 2. Call 519-759-3833. Child care is available. Indicate your need for child care when you register.

0 - 6 years

Parenting/caregiving is a tough job but no other can be as rewarding

We will have group discussions and participants will leave with some tools in their belts to support your caregiving journey

Financial Basics: A Financial Literacy Workshop

Guest speaker: Sue Davey, Family Counselling Centre of Brant

Wednesday, January 25 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario

Registration starts Friday, Dec. 2. Call 519-759-3833. Open to educators and parents.

0 - 6 years

Learn how to budget, manage expenses, understand credit and debt management, protect yourselves from fraud and save for their future

Falls and Concussion

Guest presenter: Anna Bera, Brant County Health Unit

Wednesday, April 26 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario

Registration starts Friday, Dec. 2. Call 519-759-3833. Open for educators and parents.

0 - 6 years

Learn more about concussion facts/statistics, what is a concussion, causes, signs/symptoms, diagnosis and resources for parents

Internet Safety

Guest presenter: Constable Andrea Cooper, Elementary School Resource Officer/School Safety

Tuesday, February 21 6:00 pm to 8:00 pmOntario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario

Registration starts Friday, Dec. 2. Call 519-759-3833. Open for educators and parents.

0 - 6 years

The Basics of Internet Safety for parents/caregivers and educators

Reviewing the settings on your computer

Interactive password games


I Must Ask You a Question

Presented by: OEYC Brant Early Literacy Specialist.

Wednesday, March 8 6:00 pm to 7:15 pm Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario

Registration starts Friday, Feb. 3. Call 519-759-3833.

0 - 6 years

Learn how to ask open ended questions while reading with your child to help develop a love for reading

Child care is provided during the first hour of the workshop, then join your child for a night time story and see the questions in action

Working Together Symposium

Supported by: Brant Community Foundation Grant and the Working Together Symposium Committee

Saturday, February 4 8:30 am to 3:30 pm Assumption College 257 Shellard Lane, Brantford, Ontario

Cost is $10 for parents and $25 for educators. Breakfast and lunch provided. For more details visit www.eycbrant.ca or call 519-759-3833.

A symposium for parents, caregivers and educators of children, youth and adults who have special needs, developmental or behavioural issues

A variety of workshops and keynote presentations offered throughout the day

Wee Watch Home Child Care Information Sessions

Presented by: Wee Watch Brantford

All sessions run 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Wednesday, November 23, 2016 Wednesday, January 25, 2017 Wednesday, February 22, 2017 Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant, 30 Bell Lane, Brantford

Call to register 519-758-2703 or feel free to just drop in.

Are you interested in a Home Child Care career with Wee Watch?

Learn: How to run a successful home child care business within your own home; New Ministry guidelines for all providers and what you need to know; New wage enhancement; Benefits of working with a licensed agency

Free information package and more!

Please check our website www.eycbrant.ca/oeyc in March to complete the E-Valuation for 2017 (on-line evaluation for family resource programs). Your feedback about our workshops and programs is important to us. If you do not have computer access, a public computer or hard copies of the survey are available at the main location, 30 Bell Lane, Brantford. Complete the survey and enter a draw!

Parent / Caregiver and Child age 0- 6 programs Infant Massage

By: OEYC Brant Certified Infant Massage Instructor.

Tuesdays, February 7 - 28 #1: 9:30 am to 10:30 am #2: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario Registration starts Friday, Dec 2. Call 519-759-3833. Wednesdays, April 5 - 26 #3: 1:30 pm to 2:30 pmOntario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario Registration starts Friday, Feb 3. Call 519-759-3833. Tuesdays, May 9 – 30 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Doug Snooks Community Centre333 Erie Ave, Brantford, Ontario Barcode: 107281. Register online www.brantford.ca/recconnect.Registration starts Thursday, Nov 17.

0 - 12 months. Note: Sometimes crawling or walking babies can be challenging to massage

Learn how to massage your baby to help improve bonding, sleep, development and more

Learn basic strokes, baby's cues and benefits of a nurturing touch

Bring a blanket for infants to lie on

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Bonding For A Healthy Baby, Healthy Brain

By: OEYC Brant

Tuesdays, January 10 to 31 9:30 am to 11:00 am Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario


0 - 12 months

Interactive program filled with information, discussions, play activities

Little Wigglers... A Baby-cise Program

By: OEYC Brant

Wednesday, January 11 #1: 9:30 am to 10:30 am #2: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario Registration starts Friday, Dec. 2. Call 519-759-3833. Monday, March 6 10:00 am to 11:00 am South Dumfries Community Centre7 Gaukel Drive, St. George, Ontario Registration starts Dec. 13 with County of Brant www.brant.ca .Barcode 19358

3 - 9 months

Interactive experiences with your baby through music and movement

Wear comfortable clothing

Curious Crawlers

By: OEYC Brant

Tuesday, April 4 9:30 am to 10:30 am Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario


6 - 12 months

Interactive experiences with your baby through music and movement

Wear comfortable clothing

Infant Sign

Partnership by: OEYC Brant and the City of Brantford Parks and Recreation

Wednesdays, February 1 - 22 10:00 am to 11:00 am Doug Snooks Community Centre333 Erie Ave, Brantford, Ontario Barcode: 107283. Register online www.brantford.ca/recconnect.Registration starts Nov. 17. Mondays, April 3 - May 1 (Note: no class April 17) #1: 9:30 am to 10:30 am #2: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, OntarioRegistration starts Friday, Feb. 3. Call 519-759-3833.

0 - 18 months

Introduce signing with your infant through songs and strategies

Signed English materials included for each week

The Parent/Caregiver & Child Mother Goose Program

By: OEYC Brant

Thursdays, March 2 to May 4 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario

Registration starts Friday, Feb. 3.Call 519-759-3833.

0 - 2.5 years

Interactive time for parents/caregivers to spend with your little ones

Singing, rhymes and telling stories from the Mother Goose program .

Easy Ways to Integrate Literacy Into Everyday Routines

By: OEYC Brant Early Literacy Specialist

Wednesday, February 8 9:30 am to 10:30 am Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario


0 - 3 years

Easy ideas to integrate literacy into your everyday routine with games, books and songs

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Busy Little Hands

By: OEYC Brant

Tuesday, March 21 10:00 am to 11:00 am Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario


1 - 3 years

Creative learning. Inspire, create and explore activities

We may get messy. Dress appropriately

Tumbling Tots

By: OEYC Brant

Thursday, February 16 10:00 am to 11:00 am Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario Registration starts Friday, Dec. 2. Call 519-759-3833. Wednesday, March 22 10:00 am to 11:00 am Doug Snooks Community Centre333 Erie Ave, Brantford, Ontario Barcode: 107284. Register online www.brantford.ca/recconnect Registration starts Nov. 17.

18 - 30 months

Interactive gross motor program

Moving with balls, songs and creative movement

Mothers in Motion (MIMS) - Healthy Tots in the Gym

By: OEYC Brant

All workshops run 10:30 to 11:30 amBoys & Girls Club 2 Edge Street, Brantford, Ontario #1: Wednesday, January 18 #2: Monday, February 27 Registration starts Friday, Dec 2. Call 519-759-3833.#3: Wednesday, March 8 #4: Monday, April 10 Registration starts Friday, Feb. 3. Call 519-759-3833.

18 months - 3 years

Exploring movement skills (running, jumping, throwing, catching, kicking, climbing, balancing, and more)

Wear comfy clothing and running shoes

Mothers in Motion (MIMS) - Woodman Family Gym Time

Partnership by: OEYC Brant, Active Grand and the City of Brantford Parks and Recreation.

All sessions run 10:30 to 11:30 am Woodman Community Centre Park491 Grey Street, Brantford, Ontario #1: Wednesday, January 25 #2: Wednesday, February 15 Registration starts Friday, Dec. 2. Call 519-759-3833. #3: Wednesday, March 1 #4: Wednesday, April 19 Registration starts Friday, Feb 3. Call 519-759-3833

Walking – 6 years. Babies and younger siblings in strollers and carriers are welcome to attend with their parents/caregivers

A playful approach to being active with your child

Music, activities, and more

Wear comfy clothing and running shoes. Interactive program

Mothers in Motion (MIMS) - Boys & Girls Club Family Gym Time

Partnership by: OEYC Brant and the Boys and Girls Club of Brantford

All sessions run 10:30 to 11:30 am Boys & Girls Club 2 Edge Street, Brantford, Ontario #1: Monday, January 9, #2: Monday, February 6 Registration starts Friday, Dec 2. Call 519-759-3833. #3: Monday, March 27 #4: Monday, April 24 Registration starts Friday, Feb 3. Call 519-759-3833.

Walking – 6 years. Babies and younger siblings in strollers and carriers are welcome to attend with their parents/caregivers

A playful approach to being active with your child

Music, activities, and more



Dads Night

By: OEYC Brant

Tuesday, March 7 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario

Registration starts Friday, Feb. 3.Call 519-759-3833.

0 - 6 years

Celebrate March and all things green!

Play and bond with Dad in the playroom

Creatives, activities and a snack provided

Jazz and Jive with Music

Partnership by: OEYC Brant, the City of Brantford Parks and Recreation and the County of Brant.

Wednesday, January 18 10:00 am to 11:00 am Oakland Community Centre3 King St N., Brantford, Ontario Registration with the County of Brant www.brant.ca . Barcode 19306.Monday, January 23 10:00 am to 11:00 am Doug Snooks Community Centre333 Erie Ave, Brantford, Ontario Barcode: 107280. Register online www.brantford.ca/recconnect.Registration starts Nov. 17.

1 - 6 years

Music is great way that kids can play, express themselves and enjoy learning about movement through songs

We will sing and dance to the music of Jack Grunsky, (Multi Juno Award Winner)

Growing with Music

Partnership by: OEYC Brant, the City of Brantford Parks and Recreation, and the County of Brant Public Library.

Tuesday, February 7 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm County of Brant Public Library - Paris Branch Online or in person registration required. For more information visit www.brantlibrary.ca .Registration starts Saturday, Dec. 3. Tuesday, April 252:00 pm to 3:00 pm Doug Snooks Community Centre333 Erie Ave., Brantford, Ontario Barcode: 107282. Register online www.brantford.ca/recconnect.Registration starts Nov. 17.

2.5 - 5 years

A collection of songs, rhymes and musical activities

Explore learning through music

Have A Ball With Your Child

By: OEYC Brant

Saturday, April 29 10:30 am to 11:30 am Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant 30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario

Registration starts Friday Feb. 3. Call 519-759-3833.

2.5 - 6 years

Active play

New physical activity and game ideas for you and your child(ren) to enjoy together


It’s Snow Fun! – Create to Learn

By: OEYC Brant

Saturday, February 25 10:00 am to 11:00 am Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario


2.5 - 6 years

Enjoy winter activities, with or without snow.

Build your own snowman, have an indoor snowball fight and other fun activities.

Hopemore.ca is for young people in Brant, Haldimand & Norfolk who want

to access assistance or information about mental health

and personal wellbeing


Rumble in the Jungle – Create to Learn

By: OEYC Brant

Saturday, March 25 10:00 am to 11:00 am Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario


2.5 - 6 years

"There's a rumble in the jungle, there's a whisper in the trees; the animals are waking up and rustling the leaves!"

Come create a rhyming safari. Meet everyone from the exciting elephant to the gangly giraffe, and maybe even the terrible tiger!

Storytime Yoga

Partnership by: OEYC Brant and the County of Brant Public Library.

Tuesday, March 14 10:30 am to 11:30 am County of Brant Public Library - Paris Branch Online or in person registration required. For more information visit www.brantlibrary.ca .Registration starts Saturday, Dec. 3.

3 - 6 years

Experience story time through interactive fun and simple yoga moves

Bring a towel or yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing

Mothers in Motion (MIMS) - Healthy Kids in the Gym

By: OEYC Brant

All workshops run 10:30 to 11:30 am Boys & Girls Club 2 Edge Street, Brantford, Ontario #1: Monday, January 23 Registration starts Friday, Dec. 2. Call 519-759-3833. #2: Monday, March 13 #3: Friday, April 28 Registration starts Friday, Feb. 3. Call 519-759-3833.

3 - 6 years

Interactive program

Exploring movement skills through fun and challenging gym time activities and games

Wear comfy clothing and running shoes

Baby & Me

By: Brantford Public Library

Wednesdays 10:30 am to 11:15 am Brantford Public LibraryMain Branch173 Colborne St, Brantford, Ontario

No need to register. Just Drop In! For information call 519-756-2220

0 - 2 years

Babies start learning right from birth!

Join us for this baby storytime focusing on baby-parent bonding, rhythm and rhyme, and interactive stories and songs

Books & Play


Mondays 10:30 am to 11:15 am Brantford Public Library Main Branch173 Colborne St, Brantford, Ontario


0 - 4 years

Monkey see, monkey do!

Toddlers and preschoolers will enjoy interactive stories, songs and rhymes, and physical activities

Sandbox Science


Fridays 10:30 am to 11:15 am Brantford Public Library St. Paul Avenue Branch441 St. Paul Ave, Brantford, Ontario


0 - 4 years

From chemistry magic to slime science, toddlers can be inspired to learn about the world around them with this STEM storytime!

Shake, Rattle ‘n’ Read


Thursdays 10:30 am to 11:15 am Brantford Public Library St. Paul Avenue Branch441 St. Paul Ave, Brantford, Ontario


0 - 4 years

Let’s move and groove! Toddlers and preschoolers will enjoy rhythm and rhyme, sound makers, and interactive stories and songs


Family Fun


Thursdays 10:30 am to 11:15 am Brantford Public Library Main Branch 173 Colborne St, Brantford, Ontario


0 - 4 years

Let’s read together! Toddlers and preschoolers will enjoy puppets, choral reading, and interactive stories and songs

Get Ready For Kindergarten


Tuesdays1:30 pm Brantford Public Library Main Branch 173 Colborne St, Brantford, Ontario

Registration required for this 10-week workshop. For information call 519-756-2220

3 - 4 years

A, B, C, school is for me!

Preschoolers will enjoy this kindergarten readiness group focusing on curriculum milestones, STEM learning, and social skills

Drop-in Play Groups: Parents with Children 0-6 years Special Days in Just Baby and Me Drop-in Program

By: OEYC Brant

Runs from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Mondays and Thursdays Ontario Early Years Centre: Brant30 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario January 5 – Songs & Rhymes9 – Introducing Solids19 – Introducing solids23 – Songs & Rhymes February2- Songs & Rhymes 6 – Valentines Creative 16 – Developmental Milestones 27 – Songs & Rhymes March2 – Songs & Rhymes 6 – Quality Child care Information 16 – Quality Child Care Information 20 – Songs & Rhymes 30 – Make a Nursery Rhyme Book April3 – Songs & Rhymes 10 – Easter Creatives 20 – Sleep & Your baby 24 – Songs & Rhymes

0 - 12 months

Fun, safe, healthy and baby-friendly

Discussion, activities and information sharing

Drop-in. Registration is not required


Family Events Best Start Parent Information Fair

Sponsored by: Best Start Brantford-Brant, Grand Erie District School Board, Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic School Board and Conseil scolaire de district catholique Centre-Sud

Saturday, April 22 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Brantford Civic Centre69 Market St. S., Brantford, Ontario

0 - 12 years

Opportunity for parents and caregivers to gain information about resources and services available in the community and neighbourhood

Entertainment and activities for children

Community Supports: Individuals 16 years and older A Chance for Change

By: St. Leonard’s Community Services

Tuesdays6:30 pm to 8:00 pm St. Leonard’s Community Services225 Fairview Dr., Brantford, Ontario

For more information or to register contact 519-754-0253

16 years and older

Open to men and women

Education/support group for those struggling with problematic gambling behaviour

S.M.A.R.T Families Group


Wednesdays 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm St. Leonard’s Community Services 225 Fairview Dr., Brantford, Ontario

For more information about this program call 519-754-0253

16 years and older

Provides emotional support to group members struggling with a loved one who has an addiction issue

Artistic Expressions


Thursdays 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm St. Leonard’s Community Services225 Fairview Dr., Brantford, Ontario


16 years and older

For individuals who are experiencing ongoing mental health and/or addictions recovery

Core focus of the group will be positive self-reflection and change using art as a therapeutic medium

Early Psychosis Intervention Family Support Group


First Wednesday of the month 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm St. Leonard’s Community Services225 Fairview Dr., Brantford, Ontario


16 years and older

Open to men and women

Education/support group for those struggling with problematic gambling behaviour

Community Information Brant, Haldimand & Norfolk is managed byContact Brant

Visit us at www.info-bhn.ca Supported by

Call 211 Live Answer 24/7 or visit www.211Ontario.ca

Start Here.

We are your path to Children’s Services.

519-758-8228 or www.contactbrant.net

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