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Frequently Asked Questions:- Where can I find childcare for my children?
Tisdale
Tisdale Tiny Tornadoes Daycare Inc - Phone: (306) 873-4242 - tornadoesdaycare@gmail.com
Recplex Day Care Centre - Phone: (306) 873-3090
Tisdale Little Explorers - Phone: (306) 873-3261 - littleexplorer@sasktel.net
MelfortMelfort Daycare Co-operative Site 1: 115 McLeod Ave W, MelfortSite 2: 801 Assiniboia St, Melfort - Phone: (306) 752-5565Site 3: 102 Crawford Ave E, Melfort - Phone: (306) 921-9285NipawinOpen Door Playcare - Phone: (306) 862-5540Central Park Learning Centre - Phone: (306) 862-9836Nipawin Day Care Co-op - Phone: (306) 862-9826Other CommunitiesCasper's Early Learning Cooperative Centre (Carrot River) - Phone: (306) 768-2899 La Pouponniere Co-Operative Daycare (Zenon Park) - Phone: (306) 767-2214 Hudson Bay Child Care Co-op - Phone: (306) 865-2655Hudson Bay Early Learning Centre - Phone: (306) 865-2515Quilly Willy Early Learning & Child Care Centre (Porcupine Plain) - Phone: (306) 278-3003St. Breiux Community Childcare Centre - Phone: (306)275-3133There are also a number of private day cares. Check with your friends, family, etc
- I cannot afford to pay for childcare. Who should I talk to?
Child Care SubsidyA monthly subsidy available to help with the costs of licensed child care.Toll free: 1-800-667-7155- How do I register my child in school?
Contact Northeast Newcomer Services for assistance, or contact the school they will be attending directly.
- Where are the pre-schools in my area?
Most elementary schools have pre-schools within them - check to see if yours does:Tisdale Elementary School513-105 Ave, TisdalePhone: (306) 873-4533Melfort Reynolds Central School 900 Alberta St, MelfortPhone: (306) 752-2525Nipawin Central Park School501-2 St E, NipawinPhone: (306) 862-5303Hudson Bay Community School312 Hamjea St, Hudson BayPhone: (306) 865-2515There are also options outside of schools that offer Pre-School programs. Community Daycares may also have targeted preschool programs within their buildings. If you don't see any options within your community, contact Northeast Newcomer Services for options. - How can I get help to pay for my child's activities?
KidSport Saskatchewan
Assists children of families facing financial obstacles to participate in community sport programs. Find your local application:
Toll free: 1-800-319-4263 - kidsport@sasksport.sk.ca
Creative Kids Saskatchewan
Provides funding to participate in creative activities.
Phone: 1-855-277-9469 - info@creativekidssask.ca
Canadian Tire Jumpstart Program
A registered charity that helps kids from financially disadvantaged families participate in organized sports and physical activity.
- Who can I contact to learn more about parenting?
Community Health Services
Prenatal Classes, Healhty Beginnings, Child Health Clinics, Hello Parents
Saskatchewan Health Authority: (306) 873-6600
North East Early Childhood Intervention Program Inc.
For children who have a disability, are developmentally delayed or at risk of delay.
Phone: (306) 873-3411 - neecip@sasktel.net
Kids First Program
Helping families become the best parents they can and have the healthiest children possible.
Phone: (306) 862-6222 for more information.
Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program: 1-877-264-9428
Community Action Plan for Children: 1-877-264-9428
Parent Help Line: 1-888-603-9100