Program: Couchiching First Nation - Toy Lending Library
Organization: Couchiching First Nation
Couchiching First Nation - Band Office
Phone Numbers: 807-274-1918
Toll-Free: 1-888-581-0249
Fax: 807-274-6458
Email: receptionist@couchiching.ca
Website: www.couchichingfirstnation.com/toy-lending-library
Address:
c/o c/o Couchiching First Nation Education Department
RR 2, RMB 2027 c/o Couchiching First Nation Education Department
Fort Frances, ON
P9A 3M3
Street
Address
:
201 Frog Creek Rd Multi-Use Facility
Fort Frances
Location:
  • Functions as the Multi Purpose Building located at Frog Creek Rd
  • Closest intersection is at Hwy 11 and Frog Creek Rd
  • Houses a few health programs, a Recreation Centre, the Education Department and a Toy Lending Library
Accessibility:
Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4:30 pm


Programs: Mon-Fri 10 am-12 noon


Drop-In Program: Tue-Thu 1 pm-2 pm (Program times vary so call office or check newsletter for monthly schedule)
Public Contacts: Dianna Singleton - Healthy Babies Healthy Children Coordinator
807-274-1918 Ext 601 * hbhc@vianet.ca

Service Description:
  • Coordinates a toy lending library and delivers programs and services in conjunction with the Aboriginal Healthy Babies Healthy Children (AHBHC) program to promote child development and to enhance the lives of both child and parent
  • Offers daily/weekly rotating activities such as arts and crafts, baking, circle and story times, cultural activities and teachings, swimming and educational sessions on topics such as Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
  • Regular programs can include but are not limited to:
    • Community Kitchen
    • Cooking With Kids
    • Drop In Play and Learn Sessions
    • Mini Chef Program
    • Moms and Babes
    Toy Lending Library
    • Lends a variety of toys and equipment such as playpens and strollers for use at home for a maximum of 2 weeks
    • Provides monthly milk coupons for pre/post natal families



    Fees: None
    Application: Registration forms available at office


    Milk Coupons: Available once per month from Toy Library Coordinator
    Eligibility / Target Population: Indigenous children 0-6 years of age and their families




    Parents/family members are required to:

    • Be a registered member of Couchiching First Nation

    • Attend all activities with children

    • Be a member of the Toy Lending Library


    Milk Coupons

    • Pre/post natal parents

    • Parent/s are required to attend all activities/workshops related to pregnancy
    Languages: English
    Area Served: District of Rainy River
    See Also: Community Resource Centres
    Last Updated: 4/3/2025
    Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=142097

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