Early Years Support Services

A community-based program that offers a variety of quality services that enable children to reach their greatest potential.

Services Include

• Parent and child activities
• Parent education
• Family and peer supports
• Community service referrals
• Family home visiting
• Indigenous family programs
• Infant development programs
• Child mental health
• Behaviour supports
• Links to specialized health services

Service Location and Hours

Services are offered at various locations in the School District 53 region.

Office hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, except statutory holidays.

Eligibility & Referrals

Families can refer their child directly, or they may be referred by community partners.

Participation in Early Years Supports Services is voluntary and services are provided free of charge. Some services we refer families to may have their own fees.

Download the Early Years Support Services Referral form

Early Years Support Services works in partnership with School District 53, MCFD Child & Youth Mental Health, BGC Okanagan, Lower Similkameen Community Services, Upper Similkameen Indian Band, Lower Similkameen Indian Band, Osoyoos Indian Band