Welcome back to The BridgeWay Bulletin! Reminder: All BridgeWay locations will be closed Saturday, October 12 and Monday, October 14 for the Thanksgiving long weekend, with the exception of Brittany Glen and Gore Meadows which will remain OPEN on Saturday, October 12....
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What’s On This Week – July 28-August 3
July 27, 2024
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 of children from birth to 6 years old.
Turtle Creek EarlyON
Monday, August 19
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Brittany Glen EarlyON
Monday, August 26
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support
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.
Brittany Glen EarlyON Centre
5632 Tenth Line West, Mississauga Unit 1
Monday, August 12
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Register here
Click here for more information about our Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]
Preparing School Lunches Workshop
In this interactive workshop, our Registered Dietitian will discuss how to plan easy, tasty, and nourishing school lunches for children. Topics will include: Helpful Supplies, Creative and fun lunch ideas, Using Canada’s Food Guide as a planning tool, Recommended beverages, etc.
Wednesday, August 21
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
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Welcome to the newest BridgeWay Bulletin! Reminder: Some centres will close early on September 18 and most locations will be closed September 19 and 20 for staff training. Please check your centre’s calendar for details. You can view all calendars online by clicking...
The BridgeWay Bulletin – August 25-September 7
Welcome to The BridgeWay Bulletin! Reminder: All BridgeWay locations will be closed Saturday, August 31 and Monday September 2, with the exception of Streetsville (Healthy Start pogram), Turtle Creek, and Heart Lake which will remain OPEN on Saturday. On this page:...
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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...
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Trash to Treasure: 6 Recycled Materials to Add to Your Child’s Play
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Creative Ways to Build Ramps
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