Helping parents be their best

Let’s face it: raising the next generation is a big responsibility, and parents deserve our support.

While primary responsibility rests with the family, it’s up to us to support them!

UpStart strengthens families, neighbourhoods and communities so children and youth can prosper

Supporting success every step of the way

The most influential time in a child’s life are in the early years. Effective parenting during these formative years is critical.

UpStart works to support all parents and caregivers with resources for nurturing healthy development and fostering strong parent-child relationships.

Our parenting programs include:

• The Parenting Task Force
• The Early Childhood Development Task Force