Parent Resources

Car Seat Safety

The Ontario Ministry of Transport
Guidelines for seats for various ages, and step-by-step "Tips for Installing Child Car Seats" - illustrated with photos.

Region of Peel
The Region of Peel information line, 905-799-7700: find out where to have your car seat installation inspected.

Region of York
York Region Health Services' Health Connection, 1-800-361-5653; speak with a public health nurse. If you are having installation problems, they may be able to answer your question.
Also see York Region Child Seat Safety Coalition

City of Toronto
Toronto's Health Connection, 416-338-7600; information on installation inspections in your area.
Also see Ride Safely (a guide to child passenger safety)

Child's Play

Children love to play! They enjoy hopping, skipping, jumping, catching, chasing and hiding. The benefits of this physical activity go way beyond fun. Regular physical activity strengthens bones, builds muscle, works the heart and contributes to a healthy body weight and lifestyle.

Outdoors – the Ultimate Playground: 50 fun games for children 6-12 years that promote physical and social skills.
Preschool Outdoor Play: simple outdoor play activities for you and your preschooler.

Ontario Resources

Ministry of Children and Youth Services

Best Start

Ontario Early Years

Child Care Subsidy Information

Parents may qualify for child care subsidy. See the City of Toronto, Region of Peel or Region of York websites for more information.

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