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The BridgeWay Bulletin – January 11-24, 2026
January 10, 2026
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Program Spotlight
GRAND-Parenting Program (Online)
Join other grandparents virtually every Thursday evening via Zoom from the comfort of your warm home (starting January 22, 2026) for lively discussions about GRAND-Parenting. Whether you are living in a multi-generational home, babysitting full time, or you just see the grand kids occasionally, explore ways to look after yourself, support your grown kids in their parenting roles while loving your grand kids.
Online, through Zoom
Thursdays, January 22 to March 19
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Register Here
This program is facilitated by Family Education Centre in partnership with BridgeWay.
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group
If you’re a mom who has experienced a loss any time throughout pregnancy, during IVF, or after the birth of your baby, BridgeWay’s Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group is here for you.
Hazel McCallion Central Library
301 Burnhamthorpe Road West, Mississauga
Thursday, January 15, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Register Here
This group takes place on a monthly basis.
Just for Dads
Join us at Just for Dads where you can connect with other fathers that are also learning more about their role as a parent. Come share your thoughts and concerns about parenting, ask questions, and meet other dads in your community. Just For Dads is open only to fathers who are expecting a baby or have a child birth to 6 years of age.
Just for Dads at Turtle Creek
1801 Lakeshore Rd W, Mississauga
Monday, January 12, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Register Here
This program takes place on a monthly basis.
Just for Dads at Brittany Glen
5632 Tenth Line West, Mississauga
Monday, January 26, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Register Here
This program takes place on a monthly basis.
Bring BridgeWay Home
Being a Dad Is Not as Easy as I Thought It Would Be – Paternal Postpartum Mood Disorder
Between pregnancy and up to the first year after birth, 1 in 10 men will experience Paternal Postpartum Mood Disorder (PMD). PMD in Dads is a newer concept that isn’t talked about very often and is not able to be formally diagnosed like PMD in women, but that doesn’t make it any less real. Read more >
Community Corner
Family Education Centre
Family Education Centre (FEC) offers workshops, courses, online e-Learning courses, parenting podcasts, parent-to-parent telephone and text support, and more; covering a variety of parenting topics.
Visit familyedcentre.org for details! Please note that fees may apply.
Recent News
We’re Hiring! Healthy Start Site Coordinator, Supply
Job Summary The Healthy Start Site Coordinator is responsible for operation of Healthy Start programs and the delivery of high-quality services to the clients. Duties and Responsibilities Purchase food and supplies for snacks/meals within provided budget Prepare food...
We’re Hiring! Family Kitchen Facilitator, Supply
Job Summary The Family Kitchen Facilitator, supply is responsible for the delivery of high quality CAPC programs to children (age 0 - 6) and their caregivers in Brampton and Mississauga. Duties and Responsibilities Program Delivery Develop and facilitate CAPC programs...
The BridgeWay Bulletin – November 16-29
Welcome to The BridgeWay Bulletin! On this page: Program Spotlight Bring BridgeWay Home Community Corner Program Spotlight Celebrating Family with Pride! Celebrating Family with Pride is for 2SLGBTQIA+ families with children birth to 6 years of age (older siblings and...
We’re Hiring! Early Years Educator (RECE) – EarlyON (Part Time)
BridgeWay is the largest provider of EarlyON Child and Family Centres in the Region of Peel. We provide free prenatal services, early learning programs and supports to pregnant women and families/caregivers with children birth - 6 years of age. We are looking to grow...
Play Ideas
All About Play Dough! Play Dough Activities and Why it’s Beneficial to Children
Play dough has been a favourite toy for generations of children – and it’s easy to see why! Not only is it fun to squish, squeeze and mould, but there are countless ways you can play with this timeless and versatile toy! On this page, you’ll find some simple play...
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...