The Akwesasne Child Care Program Kanatakon, Tsi Snaihne & Kawenoke Tel: (613) 938-5067 The Akwesasne Child Care Program provides child care services at three centers as well as Private Home Day Care. Our philosophy is to provide your child with warm, loving, quality care in a professional and culturally appropriate setting that enhances his/her growth and development. Our staff are trained and experienced in child development and family dynamics. As part of the team, they are always willing to work with you on child care issues.

Child Care to Meet Your Needs

Our Child Care Centers and Home Care Sites follow the Day Nurseries Act and the ideologies of Early Childhood Education. We also offer several opportunities for parents to review program content with our child care staff and Home Care Providers. Child Care Centers Our Child Care Centers provide planned activities to develop language, creativity, gross/fine motor skills, self-help skills, cognitive and social skills, and cultural awareness. Your child/children will also participate in a wide range of educational activities and learning experiences that are adapted to their readiness level. Home Care Sites Our Home Care Program provides an informal and flexible service for your child in a home setting. Your child/children will participate in age appropriate daily activities in a clean, safe, and secure environment. Ages We Accommodate Child Care Centers Our Child Care Centers welcome toddlers and children from 18 months of age through to 5 years. Two (2) children out of ten (10) can be 16 months of age. Home Care Sites Our Home Care Sites accept children from 6 weeks of ages through to 12 years old. Our Hours Child Care Centers Our centers are open year round, with the exception of statutory and MCA designated holidays. We offer full time care from 7:30am to 5pm, Monday through Friday. Home Care Sites Our Home Care Sites can be more flexible according to your needs. If needed, Home Care Providers can accept your child on weekends, holidays, half days, before and/or after school, extended hours, or shifts. These services should be discussed with your provider, however, and if given adequate notice, arrangements can be made to accommodate your needs. When emergencies arise, we try to work with you for alternate care arrangements for your child/children.