The BridgeWay Bulletin – September 2025

Growing Family

Growing Family offers a space for moms to come together, share their experiences, and support one another. This program is for moms who have recently welcomed a second baby (age 0-9 months). 

Brittany Glen EarlyON Centre
Thursdays (Oct 2 to Nov 6)
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Register here

Turtle Creek EarlyON Centre
Mondays (Oct 20 to Nov 24)
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Register here

Heart Lake EarlyON Centre
Tuesdays (Oct 21 to Nov 25)
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Register here

Empowered Parenting: Thriving Together in Black Families

Join a nurturing space where Black families come together, to connect, learn and grow. This program celebrates the beauty of parenting, encourages shared stories and builds resilience – all while supporting your children to thrive. 

Streetsville EarlyON Centre
Mondays (Sept 22 to Nov 24)
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
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PDSB Centre of Black Excellence
Thursdays (Oct 2 to Nov 20)
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
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This program is facilitated by Family Education Centre in partnership with BridgeWay.

Strengthening Your Step Family

Explore techniques to help you manage the adjustments and ease the stressors that can happen when becoming a blended or stepfamily.

Streetsville EarlyON Centre
Thursdays (Sept 18 to Oct 23)
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
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This program is facilitated by Family Education Centre in partnership with BridgeWay.

GRAND-Parenting Program

Discover strategies to navigate your GRAND-Parenting role, expectations, and boundaries with your grown kids while sharing your wisdom and enjoying your time with your grand children.

Gore Meadows EarlyON Centre
Mondays (Sept 22 to Nov 24)
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

To register: email [email protected] or call 905-452-0332 X307

This program is facilitated by Family Education Centre in partnership with BridgeWay.

Dad-to-Be 101: A Practical Guide for Expectant Fathers

Dad-to-Be 101 is a supportive workshop for first-time dads who want to feel more prepared and confident as they step into fatherhood.

Heart Lake EarlyON Centre
Saturday, October 11
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Register here

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.

Gore Meadows EarlyON Centre
Monday, September 29,
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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This program also takes place monthly at Turtle Creek EarlyON Centre and Brittany Glen EarlyON Centre.

Family Connection Hub: Open House!

Join us on September 23 for our Open House! Learn more about the program, get connected with commmunity resources, and enjoy fun activities, snacks and a Fantasy Bubble Show (pictured)!

Plum Tree Park Public School
Tuesday, September 23
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Register here

About Family Connection Hub
BridgeWay’s Family Connection Hub is here for newcomer families with children ages 0 to 6 years. Alongside your peers, BridgeWay Staff, and community partners, we will build a supportive network and help you access the information and services your family needs.

Dad’s Day Out

This fun-filled day is just for expectant fathers and dads with children birth to 6 – older siblings are welcome too! You and your child will get to play together, enjoy entertainment, meet other dads, and learn more about the free family programs offered in your community.

Please note: this event is for dads (or a male figure in the child’s life) and children only.

Jack Darling Memorial Park
Saturday, September 20
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Register here