Illipalialisaaqtilugu EarlyON Child and Family Centre
What is EarlyON?
Illipalialisaaqtilugu EarlyON and Family Centre welcomes all Inuit families with children from 0-6. We offer programs and support services to enhance child and parent/caregiver bond, cultural knowledge, pride, and identity. We provide rich, stimulating cultural activities which promote healthy pregnancies, early literacy skills and support early childhood development.
Join us for cultural activities, reading, storytelling circle time and more.
Get advice from our trained professionals in Early Childhood Development.
Get connected with Tungasuvvingat Inuit services and other community resources.
Connect with other families with young children.
2025-2029 Child Care and Early Years Service System Plan (SSP)
- a long-term vision,
- a five-year strategy statement,
- eight strategic priorities, and
- 55 actions to support the changing needs of children and families.
EarlyON Child and Family Centre is funded by the Ontario Ministry of Education/City of Ottawa. There are no fees for any of our services.
Programs and Services
- Parent-Child drop-in playgroup
- Facilitator-led circle time
- Family culture program
- Sewing program
- Special visitors
- Field trips/outings
- Elder involvement in programs
- Parent outreach
- Parent and family cooking classes
- Virtual activities
- Baby and me
- Birthing support as needed
- Guest speakers
- Individual supports e.g. medical appointments, hospital visits
- Outreach and referrals
Our Team
The EarlyON Child and Family Centre team includes Registered Early Childhood Educators, Cultural Early Years Support Workers, CAPC Program Worker, and Pre/Post-natal and Nutrition staff led by a program manager.
