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Program: John Street Rd - Aboriginal Head Start  
Organization: Shkoday Abinojiiwak Obimiwedoon
Phone Numbers: 807-768-2342
Fax: 807-768-9509
Email: info@shkoday.com
Website: www.shkoday.com/aboriginal-head-start/
Address:
1610 John Street Rd
Thunder Bay, ON
P7G 1J9
Location: Located at John Street Rd near Belrose Rd
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible    Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Mon-Thu 8:30 am-4:30 pm, Fri 8 am-11 am
Service Description: Offers a comprehensive holistic program for Indigenous children and their families living off-reserve

  • Offers a comprehensive holistic program for Indigenous children and their families living off-reserve
  • Offers traditional teachings in a culturally enriched learning environment incorporating Indigenous culture and language, education and school readiness, parental and caregiver involvement, social support, nutrition, and health components
  • Provides transportation when required for children to attend the Aboriginal Head Start (AHS) program
  • Offers the following program:
    • Biwaase'aa

    Fees: None
    Application:
    • Registration required; the form is available on the website

    • Pre-registration also available by phone

    • Home visit is scheduled and conducted before enrollment
    Eligibility / Target Population:
    • Children 2-6 years of age

    • Must reside off-reserve

    • Priority given to Indigenous children at risk
    Languages: English * Ojibwe
    Area Served:
    Thunder Bay  
    See Also: Community Health Programs for Children and Youth

    This information was last completely updated on April 14, 2025

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