Margot's Place is an inclusive non-profit program providing support and services to young moms in the Brantford area.
In 2017, a small group of young moms from the Brantford community formed Parker’s Project; a parent-led initiative to investigate and fill the needs of young parents in the community. They met with over 150 local young moms to find out the answer to one essential question: What do you need to feel better supported as a parent? Margot's Place was created in response to the needs identified in the Parker's Project Final Report.
Margot’s Place recognizes that many young women in the Brantford-Brant community experience significant challenges during their pregnancy and parenting journey. We believe it is vital for young parents to receive support from other parents and to feel connected to their community.
Our Story
Our Programs
Moms 29 & under join us every week for presentations, crafts, and community outings! Make friends and have fun in an inclusive and supportive environment. Childminding available.
Registration required. Tuesday afternoons.
Mom2Mom Group
A free resource market for moms and moms-to-be, aged 29 & under. Moms can access women's and children's clothing, diapers, wipes, and non-perishable food items.
Registration required. Bi-weekly on Wednesday mornings. Eligibility criteria apply.
Moms Market
Small groups of moms aged 29 & under, join us for 6 weekly sessions focused on affordable and nutritious cooking. All ingredients and equipment provided. Take a meal home each week! Childminding available.
Registration required. Friday mornings
Crockpot Program & Make, Take, & Dine!
A safe and comfortable environment for those aged 25 & under who are pregnant or parenting an infant (0-6 months). Make friends and learn valuable information! Support persons are welcome. Resources available include: fresh groceries, grocery cards, and bus passes. Offered in partnership with the Brant County Health Unit.
Drop-in. Every Wednesday: postnatal at 3:45pm, prenatal at 4:45pm.
Prenatal & Postnatal Groups
Moms of all ages with infants (0-12 months), are invited to join us! Come for mom & baby music, parenting support, and connection with other moms. Facilitated by Jane Flinders, an RECE with over 30 years experience working with moms and babies. Older siblings are welcome. Offered in partnership with Kids Can Fly.
Drop-in. Every Monday from 1-2:30pm.
Parachute Program
Margot's Place staff visit local EarlyON Centres each week. Check out a new-to-you location, knowing a familiar face will be there! Offered in partnership with Community Living Brant, Child and Family Service of Grand Erie, and Family Gatherings
Drop-in. Caregivers with children 0-6 are welcome at EarlyONs.
EarlyON Pop-Ups
Margot's Place staff offer 1:1 support sessions to moms in need of a safe environment to navigate life's challenges. Support can include: accessing local resources, making phone calls, writing emails, completing paperwork, attending appointments, etc. Our team aims to meet each young mom's unique needs.
By appointment.
Our staff do not provide mental health counselling. Support in accessing local mental health resources can be provided.
1:1 Support
Contact Us:
Address: 95 Darling Street (St. Andrew’s Community Centre) Brantford, ON N3T 2K7
Tel: 226 208 7401
Email: elise@standrewsbrantford.com
Facebook: facebook.com/MargotsPlace
Join our team of
Volunteer Childminders!
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Provide care for children while their moms attend groups/meetings
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Mom’s are always on-site
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Flexibility to choose your schedule
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Requirements: VS Police Check/ Interview
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No other experience necessary
Interested in donating?
Margot's Place relies on donations from generous community members in order to operate our Moms Market. Please contact us for drop-off. Currently, our greatest needs are:
- Toiletries (deodorant, toothpaste, shampoo, etc)
- Diapers, wipes, and pull-ups (larger sizes are our greatest need)
- Non-perishable food items, particularly school-friendly and nut-free snacks.