Free, high-quality drop-in programs for families.
EarlyON centres offer free, high-quality drop-in programs for families and children from birth to 6 years old. You can learn and play with your child, meet people and get advice from early childhood professionals.
These centres offer safe and welcoming environments open to all families across Hamilton, with qualified professionals and quality programs. Families and caregivers can find support, advice, make personal connections and access a network of resources.
James Street EarlyON Centre
Mondays from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm.
Hamilton Downtown Family YMCA, 79 James St S.
P: 289 659 9400
Westmount EarlyON Centre - New Hours
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Westmount Recreation Centre, 35 Lynbrook Drive.
P: 289 659 9400
Gourley Park EarlyON Centre
Wednesdays from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Gourley Park, 142 Duncairn Crescent (Behind James McDonald School) - Outdoor program.
P: 289 659 9400
N2N Athens Street EarlyON - New Hours
Fridays from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
28 Athens Street - Email - earlyon.n2n@ymcahbb.ca P: 289 659 9400
Virtual Programming
EarlyON Centres currently offers a variety of virtual programs for families. Virtual programming includes live events such as story, music and gathering times, as well as videos and activities that families can do at home with their children. Programs focus on creativity, bonding, socialization and exploration.
In-Person Activities
All EarlyON programs are required to have families reserve and/or register in advance of participating in programs and services.
