Waninawakang Aboriginal Head Start

Aboriginal Head Start Program


Description
Operates an Aboriginal Head Start program to prepare young children for school years
  • Promotes family involvement in all aspects of the program
  • Offers activities such as arts and crafts, breakfast and circle time and a pre-school library
  • Participates in community events and special celebrations
Offers daily programs focused on:
  • Education and school readiness
  • Health promotion
  • Native culture and language
  • Nutrition
  • Parental and family involvement
  • Social support
Services offered are:
  • Aboriginal language and culture
  • Dental screening and fluoride treatments
  • Developmental assessments
  • Hot meals and snacks daily
  • Parent workshops
Eligibility
  • Aboriginal families and their children
  • Head Start: children 3-5 years of age
Application Process
Registration required
Documents Required
Must provide copy of child's birth certificate and updated immunization record
Office
807-737-7519
Fax
807-737-7520
Web Site
http://waninawakangahs.com/
Email
[email protected]
Mailing Address
66 Princess St
Sioux Lookout, ON, P8T 1H4
Canada
Languages
English
Contact
Marci Driver, Executive Director
Fees
None
Topic(s)
Agency Information
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Copyright
211 Ontario North
Last Verified On
December 10, 2025
Address
66 Princess St
Sioux Lookout, ON, P8T 1H4
  • Located on Princess St near the Sioux Lookout Fire Hall
  • Closest intersection is at Princess St and Fifth Ave

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Accessibility
Fully Accessible
Hours of Operation
Mon
0800 to 1700
Tue
0800 to 1700
Wed
0800 to 1700
Thu
0800 to 1700
Fri
0800 to 1700
Office: Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm
Head Start Program: Mon-Thu 8:30 am-3:30 pm
Service Area(s)
Sioux Lookout