Prevention, early identification and intervention of speech and language problems.
Speech and Language
Welcome to the First Words Ottawa & Renfrew County Preschool Speech and Language Program!
The first years of life are very important for learning speech and language. From the time children are born, they start communicating. Very early in their lives, they learn to understand what you are saying and to make sounds of their own. Eventually, these sounds and babbling will turn into words. These are the initial milestones in the development of speech and language skills. Communication skills are critical to a child’s future success in school and in life.
Did you know?
First Words is funded by the Ontario Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services and all services are offered at no charge to families. Similar programs exist across the province of Ontario. We offer support and services to Ottawa and Renfrew County families with children from birth until they are eligible for Junior Kindergarten.
First Words Project
Integrated Partnership
Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre, and the following agencies:
First Words Preschool Speech and Language
Program of Ottawa and Renfrew County
1365 Richmond Road, 2nd Floor
Ottawa, ON. K2B 6R7
613-688-3979
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complete the Communication Checkup
at your child's next milestone.
Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre (PQCHC) is the Lead Agency for First Words Speech and Language Program.
