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Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day

October 21, 2021
Lindsey

Today is Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day!!!  Join Prince Edward-Lennox and Addington Social Services in recognizing these wonderful professionals who have an amazing impact on children in our communities.  They have shown resilience and dedication during the course of the pandemic by offering our communities emergency childcare, EarlyON programming and continued licensed care all while ensuring high quality programs and enhanced safety to keep our children safe.  Today and every day we celebrate the positive influence child care workers and early childhood ed

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Survey: Improving Child Care for Families in Ontario

July 10, 2020
Lindsey

Parents,

The Ministry of Education is looking for your feedback on how to improve child care in Ontario. 

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Notice of Construction - 73 Kildare Avenue Amherstview

November 4, 2019
Lindsey

Dear Resident/Property owner,

Bourgon Construction Ltd has been contracted by the County of Lennox & Addington and Prince Edward-Lennox and Addington Social Services to construct a new day care centre at 73 Kildare Avenue.

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Walter Burt

County Council recognizes Walter Burt for his exceptional leadership

May 23, 2019
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County Council recognized Walter Burt for his exceptional leadership over the past 10 years with Lennox & Addington County, and in particular over the past 7 months as Acting Director for Prince Edward Lennox & Addington Social Services. Walter is retiring after a total of 30 years of service in Social Services. Join us as we thank Walter for his excellent service and wish him a happy retirement.

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Attention all parents and caregivers

Attention all parents and caregivers in Prince Edward - Lennox and Addington Counties

February 5, 2019
Lindsey

Complete the survey to share your thoughts on ways to strengthen the child care and early years system in our communities. All parents and caregivers in Prince Edward - Lennox and Addington are welcome to participate.

Complete the survey for a chance to win a VISA gift card!

***Complete the survey here***

 

For more information contact:

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Prince Edward-Lennox & Addington Social Services completes Ontario’s first homeless enumeration count in Canada

May 31, 2018
Rob Plumley

On May 13th, Prince Edward-Lennox & Addington Social Services (PELASS) completed their participation in Ontario’s homeless enumeration, the first province-wide count of its kind in Canada. 
 
Through the assistance of 20 services providers in both counties including food banks, health providers and other community services, over 100 questionnaires were completed by those considered homeless or precariously housed.  
 

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