(Last updated: March 26, 2025)
Here’s the scoop: these parent-child drop-in centres are completely free. They are funded by public dollars and operate by strict provincial guidelines.
But here’s the thing: These hubs are independently operated in Toronto. Their quality, cleanliness, services, and support can vary wildly. Each centre is also responsive to its anchor community’s needs, which adds to the variability.
Both of us founders remember bleary-eyed early days when we thanked the parenting gods for our free EO drop-ins. We joined looking for a break but walked out with life-long bonds with other moms, caregivers and tots.
At Mamakin HQ, we’re gathering intel on the EarlyOn Child and Family locations that our mom-friends like and rely on.
(Click HERE to find an EarlyON Centre in Ontario near you.)