Halton Baby-Friendly Initiative reserves the right to cancel any course due to under-enrollment, or instructor illness. If a full course, or partial days of a course are canceled due to unforeseen circumstances, Halton BFI will attempt to reschedule on the earliest possible date/s available. Halton BFI is not responsible for any additional costs incurred by attendees due to cancellation or rescheduling.

If you need to cancel your registration, please email us as soon as possible.

If your cancellation is received

• Within 14 days prior to the course beginning, you will receive a 90% refund

• Within 7 days prior to the course beginning, you will receive a 50% refund

You may also request a one-time transfer to a later course date by emailing us. However, if you choose this option and are unable to attend the course you transferred to, no refund will be issued.

Please note that if a refund is issued, it may take up to 10 business days to process and receive your money back.

Yes, this option is available. An email to us would be greatly appreciated to ensure attendance accuracy.

The order confirmation you receive by email after registering is your official payment receipt.

If you are a Registered Nurse in Ontario, you may be eligible for tuition funding from the RNAO. Review the information on the RNAO website for further details. Please note that funding is not guaranteed. Keep the registration confirmation email - this is your receipt of payment you will need to submit to RNAO.

Education credits - IBCLE CERPs and CMEs

Level I Breastfeeding: Categories L and E CERPs.

Level II Breastfeeding: Categories L CERPs.

Breastfeeding Updates: Categories L, E and R CERPs depending on the particular type of session.

Please note that CERPs are determined by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) and are subject to frequent changes.

As of October 2025 course participants will be provided with a certificate of attendance outlining the hours of education and the content categories covered so that individuals requiring CERPS can apply directly to IBLCE. CMEs can also be applied for individually by the participant.

The course hours are as follows:

• Breastfeeding Level I & II run 2 consecutive days, from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm

• Baby Friendly Initiative and Formula Fed Infant Protection and Support Course runs in one evening from 7:30 – 10:00 pm, 2.5 consecutive hours.

This course is organized through the Quintessence Foundation and provides the updated WHO breastfeeding competency required by direct care providers to implement BFI. A specific number of hours is no longer recommended, rather that competencies are met.

Successful completion of a Level I, is a prerequisite for attending Level II. The Level II course builds on skills and knowledge learned in Level I. In some cases, an exemption may be made. Please email us to discuss further.

Please email haltonbfi@gmail.com