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Program:
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Bingwi Neyaashi Anishinaabek - EarlyON and Family Well-Being Centre
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Phone Numbers:
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807-345-4605
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Fax:
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807-344-7034
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Address:
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215 Van Norman St EarlyON Centre
Thunder Bay, ON
P7A 4B6
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Location:
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- Located on Van Norman St in the N ward of Thunder Bay
- Closest intersection is at Van Norman St and Court St
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Tue-Thu 10 am-2:30 pm
Times may vary due to monthly programming, call or visit website for program calendars and information
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Public Contacts:
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Karen Williams - Family Wellness EarlyON Coordinator
807-345-4605 * kwilliams@bnafn.ca
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Service Description:
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Offers services, ongoing support and education to enhance the lives of young children and families
- Prevents children from becoming at-risk because of certain conditions such as family violence, poverty, abuse, neglect and unhealthy living conditions by offering information and education on effective parenting and good life teachings
- Promotes healthier child development through early childhood interventions including information sessions on pre-parenting preparation and child development
- Provides information on children's nutrition, injury prevention, and child mental health
- Provides a lunch during daily programs
Provides public education and information in the areas of but not limited to:
- Developing family values that are culturally based
- Developmental needs of infants, toddlers and preschool aged children
- Positive parenting
- Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS), Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE) and Fetal Smoking Syndrome
Activities and programs can include:
- Hand drumming sessions
- Nature and sensory exploration
- Odamino Playgroup drop-in
- Storytelling and craft times
- Teddy Bear picnics
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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- Call to register for programs
- Transportation provided only if arrangements are made 48 hours in advance
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Bingwi Neyaashi Anishinaabek First Nation individuals and families with children younger than 6 years of age
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Ojibway, available upon request
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Area Served:
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District of Thunder Bay
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Last Updated:
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5/7/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=191106
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