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East York East Toronto Family Resources Organization

EYET Family Support Services


Description

EarlyON Child and Family Centres

Three EarlyON Child and Family Centres provide opportunities for children and their caregivers; children play and learn while adults can receive support, advice and community resources

With programming in parks, libraries, and community centres across Toronto, families are offered:

  • early learning and school-readiness activities
  • early identification services
  • nutritional programs

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  • Danforth Site - 3079 Danforth Avenue (located within Access Point on the Danforth) - contact: [email protected] or 647-335-4060
  • Cosburn Site - 904 Coxwell Avenue (located within St. Luke Anglican Church) - contact: [email protected] or 647-567-6731
  • Sackville Site - 80 Sackville Street (located within St. Paul Catholic School) - contact: [email protected] or 647-289-0676

Newcomer Programs: School Readiness

Ready for School Connects (RfSC) provides newcomer children and their guardians with tools and resources to start school confidently for their first time and to have a smooth transition into kindergarten

  • during a two-week session newcomer parents gain insight and resources to feel confident and ready in September when sending their child to school through workshops that include topics such as "Understanding how the Canadian School System works and how to be a part of it - contact: [email protected]

Newcomer Programs: Parent Connection Networks

Community set discussion groups and workshops for newcomer women, to support and provide information and connections within their local communities, topics include:

  • civic engagement
  • dental and healthcare
  • child protection laws
  • employment
  • housing supports

Contact: [email protected]

Prenatal Programs

East York Healthy Beginnings for Healthy Babies program (EYHBHB) provides information, education, and welcoming support to expecting parents; weekly workshops where you can:

  • enjoy nutritious snacks
  • learn about prenatal health
  • receive breastfeeding support
  • discuss baby's health
  • access nutritional information and resources
  • schedule one-on-one appointments with a Public Health Nurse and Dietitian
  • meet other parents in your community

Located within Access Point on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Avenue

Contact: [email protected] or 647-335-4060

Supported through funding from the Canadian Prenatal Nutrition Program of the Public Health Agency of Canada

Eligibility
Parents or caregivers of children birth-6 years, and pregnant women
School Readiness program for newcomer parents who have been residents of Canada for less than 5 years, and with children 5 years who are enrolled in kindergarten at program delivery site
Parent Connection Networks for parents who are new to Canada or the East York East Toronto neighbourhood
Application Process
Call, email, or visit
Documents Required
May vary; contact for information
Office
416-686-3390
Fax
416-686-8282
Website
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Email
[email protected]
Mailing Address
Administrative Office, 947 Queen St E
Toronto, ON, M4M 1J9
Canada
Languages
English
Contact
Christine Narinesingh, Manager
Fees
None
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Last Updated On
October 3, 2025
Address
Administrative Office, 947 Queen St E
Toronto, ON, M4M 1J9
Cross street: Carlaw Ave and Queen St E
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Accessibility
Most program sites wheelchair accessible - call for details
Hours of Operation
Hours of operation vary - contact each program directly
Service Area(s)
  • East York
  • Toronto Downtown