There's a lot of pressure facing today's youth. They are going through puberty while trying to find out who they are and where they fit in. Some describe this as the "awkward" phase when people come into their own. You may have questions about your youth's behaviour. We're here to help. Learn answers to questions about:
- Mental Health
- Alcohol, Tobacco, Marijuana and Other Drugs
- Immunization
- Healthy Eating
- Youth Safety
- Other Health Topics
- Youth Resources in Ottawa
- Emergency Preparedness
Do you have more questions about parenting?
- Connect with a registered nurse from Health811 for free, secure, and confidential health advice. Service is available 24/7 in English and French, with translation support also offered in other languages. Call 8-1-1 or visit Health811.ontario.ca.
- Connect with a Community Navigator from 2-1-1 for information about community programs and resources across Eastern Ontario. Helpline service is available 24/7 and in many different languages. Call 2-1-1 or visit 211ontario.ca.
- Connect with other parents on the Parenting in Ottawa Facebook page.
- There are a variety of services to make it easier for your child to grow up healthy in Ottawa.
- You can update your child's immunization record using either the Immunization Connect Ontario (ICON) Tool or the CANImmunize App.
- If you have received a message from Ottawa Public Health such as a letter or a call regarding immunization, an infectious disease, or infection control lapse, please call 613-580-6744 and listen to the menu options carefully.
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