Welcome to the newest edition of The BridgeWay Bulletin! On this page: Program Spotlight Bring BridgeWay Home Community Corner Adjusted Hours - April 28 Hours of operation will be adjusted on Monday, April 28. Brittany Glen, Gore Meadows, Heart Lake, Massey Street,...
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The BridgeWay Bulletin – December 1-14
30 11 月, 2024
Welcome to the newest edition of The BridgeWay Bulletin!
Upcoming Closures
- December 13: All locations close early
- December 24 to 28: All locations closed
- December 31: All locations close by 1:00 PM
- January 1 and 2: All locations closed
Click here to view your location’s program schedule. Search by name or enter your postal code to see locations closest to you. When you click a location, you will see purple boxes that state the the upcoming closures specific to your site.
On this page:
Program Spotlight
Play and Learn
At Play and Learn, children can play freely and engage in open-ended activities that support their:
- motor skills,
- literacy and language development,
- social-emotional learning,
- understanding of math and science,
- problem solving skills, and
- critical thinking skills.
Play and Learn is different every time and activities can range from finger painting to balancing on a beam to playing with puppets! How ever your child likes to play, they will have the opportunity to explore their interests, learn through hands-on experiences, develop new skills, and build confidence in their abilities.
Babies on the Move
During Babies on the Move, we provide you and your baby with a fun and safe space to move! Climb small play structures, crawl through tunnels and move from one toy/activity to the next. Explore a variety of sensory activities, such as water play, finger painting or playing with musical instruments. During the program, we will come together to sing songs and rhymes.
Play in the Park
Nature is our playground! During Play in the Park, we bring the fun to a local, community park. Come meet us to play, sing songs, and explore the outdoors!
Bring BridgeWay Home
More for Less: How a Cardboard Box is the Best Toy for Kids
Have you ever bought your child a new toy, only to discover they just want to play with the box? You’re not the only one!
Young children love to play with everyday objects, sometimes even more than their toys—and cardboard boxes are a prime example of that. A box is a large loose part and an open-ended toy which means it can become anything you imagine and is filled with opportunities for fun and learning. Read more >
When We Play, We Learn
When your child plays, they are developing life-long skills that will help them to:
- create and maintain healthy relationships,
- make decisions,
- develop effective communication skills,
- work independently and with others, and
- develop healthy habits.
Recent News
We’re Hiring! Social Worker
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We’re Hiring! Contractor, Registered Dietitian
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The BridgeWay Bulletin – April 6-19
Welcome to the newest edition of The BridgeWay Bulletin! Upcoming Closures Friday, April 18: All locations are closedSaturday, April 19: Brampton South West Library (EarlyON), Heart Lake, Streetsville and Turtle Creek are closedMonday, April 21: Carrefour des Jeunes,...
Now Accepting Board Members!
The Board is currently looking for candidates for Director positions who are community-minded and are looking for a way to serve families in Mississauga & Brampton. Become a Board member to make a difference in the lives of families in the Region of Peel!...
Play Ideas
17 Heartwarming Children’s Books by Indigenous Authors & Illustrators
BridgeWay staff have read and reflected on some children's books by Indigenous authors and/or illustrators. Below is a list of books and what stood out to each staff member as they read through the story on their own or with children and families. We hope you enjoy...
LGBTQ2S+ Books for Children Birth to 6 Years
We’ve put together a list of books celebrating LGBTQ2S+ children and families! These books are perfect for children with queer parents/caregivers to see families like theirs, for children to see themselves and their peers, and for everyone to learn about and celebrate...
7 Children’s Books Celebrating Asian Authors, Stories and Cultures
Picture books are a great way for children to learn about cultures as well as celebrate themselves and their family. These 7 books are written by authors of Asian descent with themes we can all relate to – feeling loved and connected, showing love and of course loving...
Trash to Treasure: 6 Recycled Materials to Add to Your Child’s Play
Learning through play can happen with the simplest materials. Before you recycle your plastic bottles and cardboard boxes, try adding them to your child's play! Objects like these are open-ended, which means there's no limit to what they can become when your child...
Creative Ways to Build Ramps
Ramps are a fun and interactive tool for children to explore math and science concepts. When they roll a toy down a ramp, they're learning to make predictions and problem solve while also learning about concepts like motion, speed, and cause and effect. There are fun...