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Program:	Aboriginal EarlyON Child and Family Centre
Organizations:	Nishnawbe Gamik Friendship Centre Nishnawbe Gamik Friendship Centre - Friendship Centre Administration
Phone Numbers:	807-737-7521
Toll-Free:	1-800-619-9519
Fax:	807-737-3399
Email:	reception@ngfc.net
Website:	www.ngfc.net/services/aboriginal-best-start-hub/
Address:	PO Box 1299 Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1B8
Street Address:	52 King St Sioux Lookout
Location:	Located at King St in Sioux Lookout across the street from Madsen Motors Closest intersection is at King St and 4th Ave
Accessibility:	Partially Accessible
Accessibility Notes:	Partially Accessible - Parking -- No designated handicapped parking space; Entrance -- No automatic push button doors; Washroom -- Accessible with side holding bar ; Can meet client at designated accessible location if required
Hours:	Mon: 1 pm-8 pm; Tue-Fri: 8:30 am-4:30 pm Times may vary due to monthly programming, please call or visit website for program calendars and information
Service Description:	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 public education and information in the areas of: Developing family values that are culturally based Developmental needs of infants, toddlers and pre school aged children Positive parenting Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS), Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE) and Fetal Smoking Syndrome Activities and programs include but are not limited to: Baby Food Making Community Garden Community Kitchens Daily Drop-In, for families to access the learning centres and resource library Gross motor play for children Kids crafts Lunch and Learns Native crafts (regalia making, beading) New parent support group Teas, barbeques, holiday parties and other special events Walking group
Fees:	None
Application:	Some programs may require registration
Eligibility - Population(s) Served:	Open to all with a focus on off reserve Indigenous individuals and families with children younger than 6 years of age
Languages:	English
This information was last completely updated on: 7-29-2025
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