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CHILDREN, YOUTH & PARENTING Child & Youth Programs The Toronto Family Military Resource Centre (TMFRC) offers a wide variety of programs for military children and youth. Our goal is to promote healthy child development, supportive child/adult interaction, enhance parenting and care giving skills, and foster youth engagement in the community. We are here to provide services that enhance family well-being by fostering parenting and providing support for the optimal care and development of children and youth up to age 18. If you are looking for full-time childcare, visit our Children’s Playgarden page for full details. All children and youth programs run through the school year – September to June. In order to provide excellent, safe programs and ensure appropriate staff/child ratios, we require pre-registration. All programs (except for special trips) are held at the TMFRC location and are free of charge (sometimes we need a deposit or must charge for materials). There is also free parking. Take a look at our overall agency Event Calendar. For more information and to register, contact Cathy Turalinski, Child & Youth Development and Parenting Support Coordinator Children’s Programs (0-5 years) We pride ourselves on providing a warm, nurturing, environment devoted to the social, emotional and educational development of children from birth up to 5 years. Our programs provide opportunities for social interaction and learning, with focus on parent-child interactive activities, playgroups, and special events. Here is a sample of some of the activities we offer:
Details: Wee Troops Nursery School: Wee Troops (2.5 – 5 years) is a preschool enrichment program that offers a wide range of activities encouraging the social, emotional, physical and intellectual development of young children. There is a strong focus on fine and gross motor skills, art, music, storytelling, early literacy, reading readiness, dramatic play, sensory play, individual program plans & parent/teacher interviews twice a year. Special events, such as holiday concerts, graduation & much more. Details:
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This group provides a great atmosphere where Canadian Forces pre-teens can hang out and socialize with their friends. Once a month, the TMFRC provides social activities, fun nights and planned outings. The special Kids Room provides is a safe, comfortable place to meet and relax, do homework, get involved and have fun. Each session is $5.00.
Young Troops & Youth Troops (12-18 years) This group provides a stimulating environment where Canadian Forces youth can get together with their friends. The special Youth Room provides a safe, comfortable place to meet relax, do homework, and get involved and have fun. TMFRC organizes opportunities for youth to play games and sports, organize new areas of interests, and meet new friends. We also organize:
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