Searching for Infant Formula / Baby Food

• food bank
• diapers, formula, baby care products
• social programs
• children's programs
• Christmas hampers
• Winter clothing

• one food order of 7-10 days supply of food every twenty-eight days
• diapers, food for infants aged 1 and under and pet food offered when available
• client will receive prepackaged bundle of food

• 10-14 day supply of food once a month, supply includes fresh produce, non-perishable items, baby needs, pet needs and toiletries

• grocery bags available once every 2 weeks by family size
• assistance obtaining resources such as hygiene supplies, baby items, warm wear
• Cornerstone Families and Bridges assists adults with grocery bags via Care Managers
• call 416-929-9614 ext 3200 to book appointment

• support with form filling and applications
• wraparound support and information on pregnancy options, personal goal setting, relationships and personal challenges

• Food Connect Program monthly access to essential food items for 12 participants experiencing food access challenges, includes referrals to community food programs
• Swap Shop includes access to free donated items such as baby clothes and equipment, maternity clothes, toys, books and small household items
• emergency supplies such as diapers, formula, menstrual products
• free Presto tickets for public transit to/from Jessie's Centre

• onsite access to health promotion specialist
• weekly access to family doctor
• specialized prenatal and postpartum classes
• free pregnancy tests, prenatal vitamins, nutrition, feeding supplies, health products
• health care navigation including referrals to doulas, midwives, primary care providers

• assistance with social housing applications and special priority applications
• private market rent searches
• income supports assistance
• housing stabilization and eviction prevention
• conflict resolution and safety planning
• support with landlords for viewings and interviews
• accompaniment on request
• advocacy, education and information on tenants rights and responsibilities

• ​information on scholarship opportunities

• Parent-Child Centre (PCC) includes parenting skills support, mentoring, parent and child activities and events; childminding available onsite for participants
• groups include prenatal and postnatal support, Nobody's Perfect parenting groups, and Girls Circle personal development groups

• emergency supply of milk and diapers
• member of Daily Bread Food Bank

• practical support including access to infant formula, diapers, Welcome Baby Bag, food hampers, grocery vouchers, TTC tokens for medical appointments, new winter clothing, toys and gift cards for children and youth
• counselling and case management, family and child support groups, external referrals, and resources for children and their families around HIV
• overnight camp for children

• access to diapers, formula, baby food
• birth control, pregnancy tests
• prenatal care, perinatal services
• prenatal and parenting classes
• immunization
• optometry, eye glasses
• chiropractor, physiotherapist, naturopath, psychiatrist
• addictions counselling
• traditional Chinese medicine
• foot care, socks and shoes
• health education and counselling on health issues

• for women and their families or single fathers with custody of children
• baby food and formula
• layettes for newborns, household items, bedding, female hygiene products
• supportive counselling and referrals
• Christmas grocery and toy program
• member of Daily Bread Food Bank

• licensed child care centre -- see separate entry

• walk-ins welcome
• member of North York Harvest Food Bank and Second Harvest Food Bank
• formula and diapers depending on availablity

• provides diapers and baby food, food aid, clothing and support

• hot lunch two Sundays a month at St Margaret's Anglican Church -- see separate listing

• provides food, hygiene kits, friendly visits and calls, social events and referrals to other services

• Food Bank -- call to register, also distribution of personal care items, diapers, washable masks, baby food and cereal, accepting donations
• Domestic Violence -- coordinate pro bono virtual services with lawyers; online support and counselling via phone calls, emails and video; assistance with EI applications
• Senior Programs -- virtual fitness sessions, technology training

• needs assessment
• orientation and overview of community and government services
• information and referral and to other service providers
• assistance in form completion and interpretation

• counselling services for families
• group sessions and workshops at various locations

• food including halal options
• diapers and formula for families with age appropriate children

• personal products such as shampoo and soap
• cleaning products
• baby items including formula, diapers, blankets, clothes
• linens and household items
• clothing
• back to school supplies
• Christmas assistance

• confidential support to help pregnant women carry their babies to term
• licensed adoption services, and post adoption support for birth parents, adoptees and adoptive families
• individual, couples and family counselling
• individual and group support for young mothers, including parenting counselling
• Care Cupboard support includes diapers, formula, toiletries, non-perishable food, children's clothing, maternity clothing (monthly visit by appointment)
• Nobody's Perfect Parenting education and workshops, registration required

• Free pregnancy tests and option information
• Peer mentoring and support
• Baby Supplies

• Parenting Program - includes development information, health & nutrition, infant first aid & CPR
• LEAD program - assist women with strengthening self esteem, relations, boundary and communication
• Grandmother's Heart - volunteer program to assist at your home after birth
• Post Abortion Care - program to assist with emotions and self care after an abortion

Food bank for local area residents

• can assist clients with diapers, baby formula/food if needed
• call to register

Oak Park

• 2200 Sawgrass Drive
• for people living in postal code areas of L6H & L6M

Churchill

• 215 North Service Rd E
• for immediate neighbours only

Food bank for local area residents

• can assist clients with diapers, baby formula/food if needed
• call to register

Oak Park

• 2200 Sawgrass Drive
• for people living in postal code areas of L6H & L6M

Churchill

• 215 North Service Rd E
• for immediate neighbours only

• provides new or gently used work boots to individuals who have legitimate work offers (boots and sizes as available), call for information
• usable work boots can be dropped off at the Bayside Mission Centre at any time

• sign up is required
• for showers last appointment starts at 2:30pm
• for laundry last appointment starts at 1pm
• runs Mon-Fri only, excluding holidays

• provides donated coats to the homeless and other individuals and families who do not have a warm coat for the winter
• Annual Campaign takes place in October
• donated coats can be dropped off at the Community and Family Services office at the Salvation Army Bayside Mission Centre, 16 Bayfield St, Barrie
• coats are distributed from the Community and Family Services office in October and November

• provides emergency assistance to parents with young children
• items such as diapers, formula, baby food, baby wipes, clothing and household items are available

• Assists low income individuals in obtaining an Ontario Birth Certificate by appointment only

• Provides information for persons wishing to trace missing relatives
• the individual must send the form to Salvation Army Family Tracings Service in Toronto
• see Family Tracing for more information

• diapers
• formula
• baby food

• access to play- and inquiry-based learning
• information on child development
• early learning activities
• parent education
• referrals to community resources
• nutrition information
• pre- and post-natal resources

Food Bank

• If you are in need of food assistance please come to the Food Bank during operating hours
• no appointment needed
• can assist with baby food, formula and diapers
• program participants are eligible to receive a food order once each calendar month
• currently provides food to approximately 700 Oakville families

Donations

• non-perishable food can be dropped off at all Oakville Fire Stations and most Oakville Grocery stores, in their collection bins
• bulk of non-perishable food comes from food drives held at Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas
• for a list of currently needed items, see here
• financial donations are vital and needed to purchase fresh fruit, vegetables, fish, meat, eggs, cheese, milk, and a variety of other items
• tax receipts are issued on site
• please call to make sure someone is there to receive your donation