Chippewa Early Learning Child Care Centre
Location
186 Chippewa St. West
North Bay, ON, P1B 6G2
Phone 705-497-9622 x 6244
Child Care
How to Register
Full Day Early Learning Child Care Centres
Licensed, play-based early learning for children from infancy to age 12 — in a safe, nurturing environment staffed by qualified early childhood educators.
Ages: Infancy-12
North Bay YMCA, Chippewa Early Learning Child Care Centre, Maple View Early Learning Child Care Centre, Mother St. Bride Early Learning Child Care Centre, Our Lady of Fatima Early Learning Child Care Centre, St. Francis Early Learning Child Care Centre, St. Theresa Early Learning Child Care Centre, Woodland Early Learning Child Care Centre, Sudbury YMCA, Adamsdale Early Learning Child Care Centre, Churchill Early Learning Child Care Centre, Durham Early Learning Child Care Centre, Lansdowne Early Learning Child Care Centre, Markstay Early Learning Child Care Centre, Timmins YMCA, Moore Street Early Learning Child Care Centre, Pope Francis Early Learning Child Care Centre, Poplar Early Learning Child Care Centre, Schumacher Early Learning Child Care Centre, St. Joseph Early Learning Child Care Centre
For over 50 years, the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario has been one of the region’s most trusted child care providers.
Our licensed early learning centres give your youngest children a warm, stimulating environment to grow — and give you the peace of mind that comes from knowing they’re in qualified, caring hands.
Our Registered Early Childhood Educators, and Assistant Educators partner with parents to support each child’s development across all the early years — from the first months of life through to age 12.
What to Expect
Play-Based Learning
Our centres follow the national YMCA Playing to Learn™ curriculum, where play is the primary vehicle for discovery. Through intentional, hands-on experiences, children explore literacy, numeracy, arts, science, and the natural world — building curiosity and confidence along the way. Programs also align with Ontario’s How Does Learning Happen? framework.
Qualified Educators
Every centre is staffed by Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECEs) and qualified assistants who understand child development and build genuine relationships with each child and family. Your child isn’t just supervised — they’re guided and supported.
Nutritious Meals
Nutritious morning snacks, lunches, and afternoon snacks are provided daily by on-site cooks or caterers in accordance with Canada’s Food Guide. Families can focus on drop-off and pick-up knowing that meals are covered.
Year-Round Care
Centres operate Monday to Friday, opening as early as 6:30 am and closing as late as 6:00 pm, year-round. We understand that families need reliable care, not just during the school year.
Licensed & Regulated
All YMCA early learning centres are licensed by the Ontario Ministry of Education under the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014. You can trust that every aspect of our programs meets or exceeds provincial standards for safety, staffing, and quality of care.
Flexible Child Care Services
The YMCA understands the diverse needs of families when it comes to having access to high-quality, flexible child care. As we continue to assess and listen to the needs of our communities, we do our very best to accommodate them.
We are pleased to offer matched part-time (full day) care (2 or 3 days a week), matched with another family (Toddler, Preschool & School-Age).
Have questions about which option is right for your family? Reach out and we’ll help you figure it out.
How to Register
Child care spots in Ontario are managed through centralized municipal waitlist registries. Here’s how to get started.
Step 1 — Join Your Local Waitlist
Register online through the waitlist registry for your region. There is no fee to be placed on the waitlist.
The registry lets you research providers and the types of care offered, map locations near your home or workplace, apply to multiple programs for multiple children at once, learn about fee subsidies, and access and update your application anywhere, anytime.
Sudbury
onehsn.com/sudbury or call 3-1-1
Nipissing (North Bay)
onehsn.com/nipissing
Parry Sound
onehsn.com/parrysound/
Manitoulin / Markstay
Call 705-853-1486
Learn more about subsidies
Cochrane (Timmins)
Call 705-360-4381
Learn more about subsidies
The waitlist registry is also your starting point for learning about fee subsidies available in your area.
Step 2 — Review Fees
Fee schedules vary by location and program type. Families with children under 6 may be eligible for reduced fees through the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) agreement. Separate fee schedules apply for children 6 and older. Download the fee schedule for your region or contact us for more information.
North Bay, Parry Sound & Sudbury
Markstay
Timmins
Step 3 — Connect with a Centre
Once a spot becomes available, you’ll be connected with the centre directly. In the meantime, you’re welcome to reach out to our Child, Youth & Family Development office with any questions.
Weemarkable™ App
Stay connected to your child's day.
Weemarkable™ is our secure family communication app — giving you access to messages, photos, milestones, educator observations, menu information, and direct messaging with your child’s educators, all in one place.
Resources & Forms
All forms are available as fillable PDFs. If you need assistance accessing any form, contact your centre supervisor or our administrative office.
Family Information Guide
Everything you need to read before your child’s first day.
Registration & Change in Care
Pre-Authorized Payment Agreement
Please complete this form to update payment information.
Emergency Card
Please complete this form to update contact information.
Request to Modify Existing Care Form
Should you need to make any changes to your child care registration (add or remove care, withdrawal, program transfer), please complete the below form completing the appropriate section. Once you have completed the form, please send it to your childcare program supervisor for approval.
Infant-Toddler Information Page
Please fill out the form below so that we can get to know your child better.
Child Care Guidance Procedure Sign-Off
Please fill out the form below to sign-off on YMCA Child Care Guidance Procedures.
Consent to Exchange Information with Community Partners
Please complete the appropriate form for your district allowing the YMCA to exchange information regarding your child with our community partners.
Nipissing/Parry Sound
Sudbury/Manitoulin
Timmins
Medical
Authorization for Non-Prescription Over-the-Counter Medications
Please complete this form in order to allow the YMCA to administer non-prescription over-the-counter medications to your child. These include: Sunscreen, Moisturizing Skin Lotion, Lip Balm, Insect Repellent, Sanitizer and Diaper Cream.
Authorization for Prescription Medications
Please complete this form in order to allow the YMCA to administer prescription medication to your child.
Individual Anaphylactic Plan Form
Please fill out the form below regarding the plan and emergency procedures should your child have an anaphylactic reaction.
Individual Medical Plan Form
Please fill out the form below regarding the plan and emergency procedures if your child has medical needs.
Transportation
Consent for Transportation of Children Form
Please fill out the form below to consent to the transportation of your child.
Consent for Walking Children Form
Please fill out the form below to consent to your child walking to and from care.
Locations
YMCA operates early learning centres across Northeastern Ontario in three main districts. Contact a location directly or reach our administrative office for placement inquiries.
Maple View Early Learning Child Care Centre
Location
790 Norman Avenue
North Bay, ON, P1B 8C4
Phone 705-475-2334
Mother St. Bride Early Learning Child Care Centre
Location
414 2nd Ave West
North Bay, ON, P1B 3L2
Phone 705-472-2174
Our Lady of Fatima Early Learning Child Care Centre
Location
60 Marshall Avenue
North Bay, ON, P1A 1R1
Phone 705-476-7590
St. Francis Early Learning Child Care Centre
Location
68 Gertrude St. East
North Bay, ON, P1A 1J8
Phone 705-472-2103
St. Theresa Early Learning Child Care Centre
Location
1475 Main St. North
Callander, ON, P0H 1H0
Phone 705-752-3277
Woodland Early Learning Child Care Centre
Location
1325 Cedargrove Drive
North Bay, ON, P1B 4R7
Phone 705-475-2320
Adamsdale Early Learning Child Care Centre
Location
181 First Ave
Sudbury, ON, P3B 3L3
Phone 705-560-5539
Churchill Early Learning Child Care Centre
Location
1722 Fielding St.
Sudbury, ON, P3A 1P1
Phone 705-560-2520
Durham Early Learning Child Care Centre
Location
140 Durham St.
Sudbury, ON, P3E 3M7
Phone 705-674-8315 x 2102
Lansdowne Early Learning Child Care Centre
Location
185 Lansdowne St.
Sudbury, ON, P3C 4M1
Phone 705-673-4401
Markstay Early Learning Child Care Centre
Location
7 Pioneer East
Markstay, ON, P0M 2G0
Phone 705-853-1486
Moore Street Early Learning Child Care Centre
Location
88 Moore Street
South Porcupine, ON, P0N 1H0
Phone 705-579-2074
Pope Francis Early Learning Child Care Centre
Location
387 Balsam Street North
Timmins, ON, P4N 6H4
Phone 705-531-5243
Poplar Early Learning Child Care Centre
Location
376 Poplar Avenue
Timmins, ON, P4N 4S4
Phone 705-360-4381
Schumacher Early Learning Child Care Centre
Location
64 Croatia Avenue
Schumacher, ON, P1A 3A1
Phone 705-531-2399
St. Joseph Early Learning Child Care Centre
Location
207 Huot Street
South Porcupine, ON, P0N 1H0
Phone 705-360-3483
Frequently Asked Questions
What ages does Full Day Early Learning Child Care serve?
Our centre-based early learning programs serve children from infancy through to age 12.
What curriculum do you follow?
We use the national YMCA Playing to Learn™ curriculum or the YMCA A Place to Connect™, which uses play as the primary learning medium. Our programs also align with Ontario’s How Does Learning Happen? pedagogy framework.
Are your programs licensed?
Yes. All YMCA early learning centres are licensed by the Ontario Ministry of Education under the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 and are subject to regular inspections.
How do I get a spot? Is there a waitlist?
Child care in Ontario is managed through centralized municipal waitlist registries. Families must register online (or by phone for some regions) through the registry for their area — see the How to Register section above. There is no fee to join the waitlist.
What does child care cost? Is financial assistance available?
Fees vary by location and program type. Through the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) agreement, families with children under 6 enrolled in licensed home child care may be eligible for reduced fees. Additional fee subsidies may also be available based on family income and need. Download our Family Information Guide for current fee schedules, or contact our office to discuss your situation.
Are meals provided?
Yes. Nutritious morning snacks, lunch, and afternoon snacks are provided daily by on-site cooks or caterers, following Canada’s Food Guide. Please inform us of any allergies or dietary needs at the time of registration.
What should I do if my child has a medical need or allergy?
Please disclose all medical information at the time of registration and complete the appropriate medical forms (see Resources for Families above). Our staff are trained to respond to medical needs, including anaphylaxis. Individual Medical Plans and Anaphylactic Plans are developed in partnership with families.
Get in touch
Have questions or want to talk through your child care options?
Reach out to the supervisor at your preferred location, or email us at childcare@ymcaneo.ca or contact our Child, Youth & Family Development office directly.
North Bay
Tel: 705-497-9622 ext. 6222
Sudbury
Tel: 705-674-8315 ext. 2155
Timmins
Tel: 705-360-4381
Start a meaningful career in child care
Whether you want to work in a centre or run your own licensed home child care, the YMCA offers meaningful career paths with professional development, competitive wages, and a team that has your back.