About Us
Our Story
For over 40 years, Family Space Quinte has been a cornerstone in the Quinte region, dedicated to supporting children and families. Established with the mission to provide comprehensive and inclusive services, Family Space Quinte has grown into a trusted community resource, offering a wide array of programs designed to meet the evolving needs of families. These programs include Licensed Home Child Care, EarlyON Programs, Wildwood Forest & Nature programs and specialized support services like the Inclusion Coach Program.
Family Space Quinte has consistently prioritized the well-being and development of children while empowering parents with the tools and knowledge they need. Our commitment to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment is reflected in our long-standing history and the countless families we’ve had the privilege to serve over the years.
Our Why
To inspire families and the community so that children can thrive.
Our Vision
Supporting children, families and the community through authentic relationship building which fosters belonging, engagement, expression and well-being.
Our Mission
To provide a variety of quality services and supports to enhance the well-being, development and education of all children in partnership with caregivers, parents, and community.
Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement
Family Space is committed to a diverse equitable environment where all feel respected and valued equitability. The dimensions of diversity include but are not limited to ancestry, culture, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, language, physical & intellectual ability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status.
Land Acknowledgement:
At Family Space Quinte, we understand that land acknowledgment is an essential step towards reconciliation. We honor and respect the First Peoples of this land, which encompasses the traditional territories of the Anishinaabe, Huron-Wendat, and Haudenosaunee nations.
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We also recognize the traditional and unceded territories of the Mohawk and Algonquin nations where we gather today.
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Hastings County, rich in Indigenous history, is home to many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples.
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In our work with families, children, and educators, we are dedicated to listening to, learning from, and collaborating with Indigenous communities and partners.
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We are grateful for the land where we live, work, and play. Each day, we express our appreciation to the Peoples who have long cared for the land we now stand on. We honor the profound connection Indigenous Peoples have with Mother Earth and respect their stewardship. This relationship teaches us about sustainability and the importance of working together for a future that respects and preserves this land, not only now but also into the future.
This statement represents Family Space’s initial step in affirming our ongoing commitment to reconciliation and strengthening our partnerships with Indigenous communities.