About Us
The Child Development Centre was established in 1979 in a small trailer behind one of the local schools. In 1989, we moved to our current location and with some renovations, we have created a space where families can come and feel welcome. We now have over 35 dedicated staff in Whitehorse and the communities and see over 900 children a year.
Our staff specialize in the areas of speech and language, play, social and emotional development, cognition, and fine and gross motor skills. We believe:
- families are the most important people in a child's life and that we are most effective when we work in partnership with the family;
- the development of young children is enhanced by providing services as early as possible; and
- that by working in partnership with other community members we can build a better community for children and families;
- in a bright future full of hopes and dreams for every child.
Our Vision
To support children and families to believe in themselves and achieve their potential. Together we can reach the stars.
Our Locations:
The main office for the Child Development Centre is located at:
1000 Lewes Blvd.
P.O.Box 2703
Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2C6
(867) 456-8182
Toll-free: 1-866-835-8386
Email: info@cdcyukon.ca
Hours of Operation:
Monday to Thursday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Centre is closed from mid-June to mid-August, and on weekends.
In Kwanlin Dun we are located at:
Dusk'a Headstart and Family Learning Centre
(867) 633-7820
In Watson Lake:
Contact (867) 536-7151
In Dawson City:
Contact (867) 993-5717
UPCOMING EVENTS