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April Registration is live!
We invite your family to drop in to one of our EarlyON locations throughout Waterloo Region and in the City of Stratford. We also offer specialty and online programs that require pre-registration. Check our KEyON calendars for more information.
Please note that when visiting an EarlyON location operated by the YMCA of Three Rivers, all adults are required to have a Government Issued Photo ID, KEyON account, and meet our Health and Wellness Policy.
Please read our EarlyON Experience page before each visit to learn about updated policies, expectations, and other information to help you plan for your visit.
For closure notices, follow us on social media @EarlyONWR in Waterloo Region, @EarlyYearsInfoStratford in Stratford, or visit our Locations page.
March & April Closures
Please note that our EarlyON locations in Waterloo Region and the City of Stratford will be closed from Friday, March 29th - Monday, April 1st, so our EarlyON Professionals can enjoy the long weekend with their families.
EarlyON in Stratford locations will also be closed on Friday, April 19th, for a professional learning day for our EarlyON Professionals.
Drop-In To An EarlyON Mobile Site
In addition to our six EarlyON Child and Family Centres in Waterloo Region, the YMCA of Three Rivers now offers mobile programs at various sites in Waterloo Region and in Stratford.
Join other children, caring adults and families in play and exploration together! EarlyON Educators are available to provide support and information around early learning topics, community resources, programs and referrals in our play based environment.
For a list of mobile sites and the programs they offer visit our Locations Page.
On-Site Services
EarlyON locations operated by the YMCA of Three Rivers, partner with a variety of community agencies to provide onsite support for your child and family.
Looking for support online? We encourage you to call our EarlyON Team at 519-741-8585 x3001 or email us at earlyyearsinfo@ytr.ymca.ca to let us know how we can help.