Program: Next Generation Coalition (The) - Atikokan - Northwestern Health Unit - Community Partners Coalition
Organization: Next Generation Coalition (The) - Atikokan
Phone Numbers: 807-597-6871
Fax: 807-597-5217
Address:
c/o c/o Eva Shields
PO Box 1317 c/o Next Generation
Atikokan, ON
P0T 1C0
Street
Address
:
115 Main St
Atikokan
Location:
  • Located in the Voyageur Mall at the Northwestern Health Unit, back entrance
  • Closest intersection is at Main St and Gorrie St
Accessibility:
Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Public Contacts: Chelsea Anderson - Committee Chair
807-597-6871 Ext 310712 * cthorson@nwhu.on.ca

Service Description:
  • Oversees projects as a coalition of community partners to promote and support the health and safety of children and their families
  • Partners with community groups such as the EarlyON Centre to offer parenting programs
  • Observes Safe Kids Canada Week and coordinates activities
  • Monitors for gaps in children's services and provides programs to bridge the gap
  • Holds a car seat clinic periodically
  • Coordinates the following services and programs:
    • Grow-a-Row Program
    • Make and Take Program
    • Community Transportation voucher program
    • Free lending program for snowshoes, life jackets and pfd's
    • Emergency diaper and formula support
    • Positive ticketing program in partnership with OPP
    • Welcome Baby boxes
    • Breast pump rentals



    Fees: None
    Application: Call for information
    Eligibility / Target Population: Families with children 6 years of age and younger
    Languages: English
    Area Served: District of Rainy River
    See Also: Child Safety
    Last Updated: 10/22/2024
    Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=140411

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