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GW Children's Centre - Aboriginal Head Start Program

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Ga Wiianiniiganiitamagoyak Children's Centre
Deer Lake First Nation
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807-775-9797
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Fax: 807-775-9393
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iconPath www.deerlake.firstnation.ca
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Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Last update: Aug 26, 2025: Suggest an edit
Application
  • Requires completed registration application and

  • Child's birth certificate and copy of updated immunization record
Eligibility / Target Population
  • Members of Deer Lake First Nation

  • Preschool children from 15 months to 6 years of age and their families
Fees
None
Contacts
Brad Meekis - Program Coordinator
bradtmeekis@gmail.com
Languages
English
Language Notes
Cree, Oji-Cree, available upon request
Accessibility
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Description of Services:
  • Operates on-reserve Aboriginal Head Start program to prepare young children for school years
  • Strives to meet the emotional, social, health and nutritional needs of children
  • Offers activities such as family gym time, arts and crafts, and circle time
  • Provides breakfast and lunch to children in program
  • 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 26, 2025: Suggest an edit