Canadian Mothercraft of Ottawa Carleton

About the Company

Mothercraft Ottawa is a non-profit multifaceted family support agency offering a wide array of programs for families from pregnancy to school age. Mothercraft has been supporting and meeting the needs of families and care providers in our community since 1944.

We offer early learning programs and services that support early childhood development; and full-time, part-time and casual, licensed child care programs for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. Mothercraft Ottawa’s child care programs are provided in a centre, in a school or in a caregiver’s home and are available throughout the year.

We offer a comprehensive range of support services for parents, including prenatal classes, birth companion support, drop-in play groups and parenting workshops. As an EarlyON Child and Family Centre we offer programs and workshops that support parents and caregivers in all aspects of early child development. Note all our programs are offered in both English and French.

Our Values

Through our work with families, staff, partners and the community, Mothercraft is dedicated to:

Creativity: Exploring possibilities
Nurturing: Supporting each other with compassion
Inclusivity: Welcoming and encouraging diversity
Integrity: Acting with honesty and reliability
Collaborative Relationships: Built on respect and communication.