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Lansdowne celebrates Halls of Halloween 2025
More than a party, Halls of Halloween was also very much part of the therapy and support children receive through Lansdowne Children's Centre.
Oct 312 min read


Lynda Henriksen Lansdowne Children’s Centre’s new Director of Development and Community Relations
Lynda Henriksen is Lansdowne Children’s Centre’s new Director of Development and Community Relations. Her journey into fundraising began when she was nine years old. Inspired by radio personality Casey Kasem, who encouraged kids to help other kids by raising funds for muscular dystrophy, Lynda sent away for a fundraising kit designed for children to host their own events. “We held a carnival event in our backyard, complete with pony rides,” she recalled. Her early experiences
Oct 92 min read


Heroes Walk and Roll: ‘It’s about connection, compassion, and community’
Tamie Aubin has been at Lansdowne Children’s Centre for over 15 years. She started her career with the child development centre in...
Sep 262 min read


Devlin’s Country Bistro Sponsors Refreshments for Heroes Walk and Roll
Devlin’s Country Bistro and Catering is proud to support the 7th Annual Heroes Walk and Roll for Lansdowne Children’s Centre by sponsoring light refreshments for volunteers and fundraisers at this year’s event.
Sep 262 min read


Haldimand-Norfolk band 'The Shrubberies' to perform at Heroes Walk and Roll
Taking to the stage at Lansdowne Children’s Centre’s Heroes Walk and Roll, in Brantford's Brant Park on Oct. 4, they’ll fit right in, as many guests will also be dressed up, as whatever ‘hero’ means to them.
Sep 263 min read


Flag raising a reminder that ‘Every Child Matters’
A small crowd gathered in Harmony Square in Brantford the morning of September 23, a week ahead of National Day for Truth and...
Sep 252 min read


Book recommendations from GoodMinds.com for Orange Shirt Day
In recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day, on September 30, Lansdowne Children’s...
Sep 252 min read


Gates Canada Powers Play at Lansdowne’s Heroes Walk and Roll
Gates Canada is proudly returning as a key sponsor of the Heroes Walk and Roll for Lansdowne Children’s Centre, bringing their values of innovation, inclusion, and community support to life in Brant Park on October 4.
Sep 221 min read


Image Gallery Previews Super-Experience, Heroes Walk and Roll for Lansdowne Kids
Event organizers have posted a gallery previewing many super-experiences coming to Brant Park, Saturday October 4, for the Heroes Walk and Roll fundraising event in support of Lansdowne Children's Centre. brantford ontario fundraising event
Sep 201 min read


Volunteers needed Oct. 4, be a Hero with kids, for kids, with Lansdowne
Calling on community members to be heroes for kids at the Heroes Walk & Roll, happening Saturday, October 4 in Brant Park. This inspiring event celebrates families of children who have physical, communication and/or developmental challenges, raising funds for support programs and services provided by Lansdowne Children’s Centre.
Sep 162 min read


Bertie the Bus visits Lansdowne Children's Centre
Young scholars getting ready for the return to school had a chance to either learn for the first time or get a reminder on how to safely...
Aug 281 min read


Unveiling of site for new Lansdowne Children’s Centre celebrated
The mood was celebratory as the location for Lansdowne Children’s Centre’s new purpose-built children’s treatment centre was unveiled on...
Aug 103 min read


Open house, public information meeting for new Lansdowne centre at 168 Colborne St. West
Members of the community are invited to preview drawings and plans for the proposed new Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development at 168 Colborne St West, City of Brantford.
Aug 82 min read


Ontario Builds a Brighter Future for Children with New Lansdowne Children’s Centre in Brantford
A transformative new chapter in child development and family-centred care is unfolding in Brantford, Ontario, as Lansdowne Children’s Centre unveils the proposed location for construction of a new purpose-built children’s treatment centre
Aug 83 min read


Lansdowne’s new board chair Ashley Veldkamp focused on possibilities
Lloyd St Amand has shifted into his role as past chair of the LCC board, as Ashley Veldkamp now takes on the role of chair. Ashley...
Jul 152 min read


Lansdowne board past chair Lloyd St Amand reflects on team’s accomplishments
Lloyd St Amand has shifted into his role as past chair of the LCC board, as Ashley Veldkamp now takes on the role of chair. Lloyd St...
Jul 153 min read


Celebrating Lansdowne Children’s Centre’s board chairs
Lloyd St Amand has shifted into his role as past chair of the LCC board, as Ashley Veldkamp now takes on the role of chair. One of...
Jul 153 min read


Aspiring fashion designer Araya-Lee Smith named 2025 Terry Fisher Memorial Award winner
Araya-Lee Smith was named the 2025 Terry Fisher Memorial Award winner at the Lansdowne Children’s Centre annual general meeting on June...
Jun 202 min read


Lansdowne Children’s Centre, Foundation consolidating
Boards of both organizations unanimous in decision. GRAND ERIE, ON – A new chapter is starting for Lansdowne Children’s Centre (LCC)...
Jun 202 min read


Lansdowne one of many exhibitors at Open Doors Day Program’s Resource Fair in Norfolk County
Lansdowne Children’s Centre was one of the exhibitors at Open Doors Day Program’s Resource Fair on June 3. The event was an opportunity for people with intellectual and/ or developmental disabilities, their friends and family, and those who work in the field – both as volunteers and professionally – to learn more about the organizations and resources available in Norfolk County and the surrounding areas. Alissa Shuker, Manager of Quality, Continuous Improvement and the SmartS
Jun 54 min read
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