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Sandy Lake Early Childhood Development Centre - Nishtum Head Start Program

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Sandy Lake Early Childhood Development Centre
Sandy Lake First Nation
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807-774-1121
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Fax: 807-774-4548
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Application

  • Requires completed registration application and

  • Child's birth certificate and copy of updated immunization record

Eligibility / Target Population

  • Members of Sandy Lake First Nation

  • Children from 15 months to 6 years of age and their families

Fees

None

Contacts

Jennifer Meekis - Centre Coordinator
807-774-1121

Languages

English

Language Notes

Oji-Cree, available upon request

Accessibility

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Description of Services

Offers a comprehensive holistic program for Aboriginal children and their families living on-reserve to prepare young children for school
  • Strives to meet the emotional, social, health and nutritional needs of children
  • Offers activities such as family gym time, arts and crafts, breakfast and circle time
  • Participates in community events and special celebrations
Offers daily programs focused on:
  • Education
  • Health and nutrition
  • Native culture and language
  • Parental and family involvement
  • Social support
Last Updated: Aug 18, 2025: Suggest an edit
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