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Lansdowne Children’s Centre takes major step forward with selection of architect for new Brantford facility
(L to R), Representatives of Montgomery Sisam Architects, Karine Quigley, Shannon Wiley, Wesley Gross; from Lansdowne Children's Centre, Rosemarie Press, Rita-Marie Hadley, and (far right) Tamie Aubin; and Miller McLeod and Rami Bouz of Colliers Project Leaders. Lansdowne Children’s Centre for child development is pleased to announce the selection of Montgomery Sisam Architects for its new purpose-built facility in Brantford, marking a significant and celebratory milestone in
May 263 min read


Over 165,000 reasons to smile in Brantford
Powered by passionate community leaders and dedicated volunteers, Lansdowne Children’s Centre and Brant Food For Thought are celebrating a new Smile Cookie record for fundraising in Brantford. Each organization has received $82,501.52 at the conclusion of the Tim Hortons 2026 Smile Cookie campaign, eclipsing the previous achievement of $79,415.54 each organization received through the 2025 campaign. The money was raised through the sale of Smile Cookies and associated mercha
May 222 min read


Saying goodbye to former Lansdowne Children's Centre board member Larry Kings
It was with great sadness that the Lansdowne Children’s Centre community heard about the passing of Larry Kings on April 28. Larry and his beloved wife Trish spent many hours as volunteers in the community, supporting several organizations, including the Rotary Club, the Boys and Girls Club, and Lansdowne Children's Centre, where they both served on the Board of Directors, giving their time, expertise and passion to serving our community in the name of improving accessibility
May 11 min read


Submit Your Smile Cookie Recipe, Support Lansdowne Kids
We're looking for your best suggestions for how to include Tim Hortons Smile Cookies at breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert, in support of local children and youth programs provided by Brant Food For Thought and Lansdowne Children's Centre.
Apr 151 min read


Charity Motorcycle Ride for Lansdowne Revs Up with New Date and Location
Brantford’s loudest fundraiser is back and ready to roar. The 22nd running of the Charity Motorcycle Ride for Lansdowne Kids, presented by Ensuring Brant, will take place on Saturday, July 4, 2026, launching from a brand-new location: the Airport Community Hall, 3 Airport Road in Brantford.
Apr 142 min read


A Gift of Kindness, Thank You Grades 5/6 from OLP School!
An incredible act of kindness from a local Grade 5/6 class absolutely made our day. Big thanks to our friends at Our Lady of Providence Catholic Elementary School, Brantford.
Apr 131 min read


Mobile Cancer Screening Coach returning to Lansdowne Children’s Centre Brantford site
The Hamilton Niagara Haldimand Brant Regional Cancer Program’s Mobile Cancer Screening Coach is returning to Lansdowne Children’s Centre’s Brantford site on Tuesday, March 3.
Feb 201 min read


Brantford Expositor article highlights Lansdowne Children's Centre staff role in Kickstart to Kindergarten program
Natasha Kramer, resource consultant with Lansdowne Children’s Centre, was one of the experts interviewed for a recent Brantford Expositor article highlighting the Kickstart to Kindergarten program being offered in Grand Erie.
Feb 201 min read


Lansdowne Children’s Centre partners with Mission Thrift Store for new program
Through a partnership with Mission Thrift Store in Brantford, the participants in the new Lansdowne Children’s Centre Venture into Volunteering Therapeutic Recreation program have been experiencing greater connection to their community.
Feb 203 min read


Rotary Club of Brantford annual Children's Party at Lansdowne Children's Centre, 2025
It was a Block Party bonanza at Lansdowne Children’s Centre as the agency’s annual children's holiday party, presented with Rotary Club of Brantford, connected kids of all ages with interactive brick-based activities celebrating the worlds of Lego and Minecraft.
Dec 19, 20253 min read


Brantford city councillors give $2M boost to Lansdowne Children's Centre's new home
As reported by local journalist Vincent Ball in the Brantford Expositor, the contribution will be made over the course of five years to support the construction of the agency’s new centre...
Dec 11, 20251 min read


Brantford Police Service launches Project: Bright Future to support Lansdowne Children’s Centre
Brantford Police Service (BPS) has introduced Project: Bright Future, a community-focused initiative that turns routine police interactions into opportunities to give back.
Dec 10, 20252 min read


1 in 10 children need help finding their voice | Speech Services at Lansdowne
A parent's success story finding support for their child's development with Lansdowne Children's Centre, speech services
Dec 2, 20253 min read


A PATH TO POSSIBILITY: Joining families in exploring a child's potential
It’s little things in young lives that often create the biggest moments. For Julie Neal, finding the right equipment to empower her daughter Tenley to join in a family dance party was a big moment.
Dec 2, 20253 min read


Lansdowne Stars Shine at 2025 Therapeutic Recreation Artists’ Gala
It was a night to celebrate the creativity, hard work and dedication of the members of Lansdowne’s Therapeutic Recreation program as the annual Artists’ Gala returned to the Branlyn Community Centre on Nov. 21.
Nov 30, 20252 min read


Magic of Giving Holiday Market returning Nov. 15
The second annual Magic of Giving Holiday Market to benefit Lansdowne Children’s Centre is just around the corner. Julie Neal was promoting the Magic of Giving Holiday Market at the 2025 Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll event on Oct. 4. Event founder Julie Neal is excited for what will be on offer at the Nov. 15 event. “We do have some repeat vendors coming back, and we have lots of new vendors,” she said. Last year, there were just under 50 local business owners and artisans s
Oct 31, 20252 min read


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 31, 20252 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 9, 20252 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 26, 20252 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 26, 20252 min read
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