Parenting School Aged Children

Bullying is not a normal part of growing up and can have long-term physical and psychological consequences.

Lice are an unfortunate risk in group settings such as schools, daycares, and even regular play groups.

By law, children must have some vaccines before going to daycare or school in Canada. Parents are responsible for notifying vaccine status to Public Health.

Learn more about Grade 7 vaccinations for Hepatitis B, meningitis and HPV.

Registered Dental Hygienists and Dental Clerks visit Hamilton schools each year to provide oral health screenings to JK, SK and Grade 2 students.

Good eyesight is important for children to be able to play and learn. There are programs in Hamilton that can help families that need assistance with getting glasses.

Child and Adolescent Services is a community-based children's mental health clinic, providing counselling and treatments for children and youth, under 18, and their families.

What you say and do makes a difference to your child. Be informed about issues and know how to effectively engage with your child.

The City provides Sexual Health Clinics for access to birth control, testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections and access to free condoms.