Specialty courses available over March Break in West Lincoln

The Township is facilitating specialty courses at the West Lincoln Community Centre over March Break, to empower younger residents with new babysitting skills and confidence to stay home alone.

Home Alone Safety (ages 9-12)

Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Home Alone Safety for Kids program is designed for children aged 9-12 to prepare them for short periods of time without adult supervision. Focusing on safety and accident prevention, the course covers important topics such as street smarts, "Tricky People" and safe strangers, online safety, kitchen safety, fire safety and basic first aid. Through a combination of digital and traditional teaching techniques, the program offers a fun, engaging way to help children develop valuable life skills and make safer choices when on their own.

Babysitting Training (ages 11-15)

Friday, March 20, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Babysitters course teaches teens the essential skills to become safe, dependable, and engaging babysitters. Participants learn how to handle emergencies, understand child behavior, provide age-appropriate activities and basic first aid, including chest compression only CPR. The program emphasizes responsibility, communication, and creating a safe environment for children. By the end, teens gain the confidence and knowledge needed to be trusted caregivers.

Registration will be available online through Activenet and in-person at the West Lincoln Community Centre. Registration will open for West Lincoln residents on Wednesday, March 4, at 9 a.m. Registration will open for non-residents on Friday, March 6, at 9 a.m.

The cost for each course is $80 per person for West Lincoln residents and $84 per person for non-residents. Find full details about West Lincoln’s March Break courses. Courses will be led by SOS 4 Kids Incorporated.

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