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"Our hearts are full," incredible response to volunteering with Knights of Columbus
In less than 24 hours, Lansdowne Children’s Centre received more than four times the number of applications needed to fill volunteer roles for the Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast—and our hearts are full.
Feb 231 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. The coach can provide screening mammograms and cervical screenings on site, as well as help accessing an at-home poop test to screen for colon cancer, and resources to help quit smoking. These services are provided free of charge. For more information on the cancer screening services, visit hnhbregionalc
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. As the piece by local journalist Brian Thompson notes, Grand Erie District School Board (GEDSB) is hosting events until the end of March where children who are going to be entering school in September can get an early taste of the classroom. It’s also an
Feb 201 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


Chance & Friends return to Lansdowne for the holiday season, thank you PetSmart
Chance and friends love learning more about the programs and services at Lansdowne Children's Centre, and sharing with our community how Lansdowne makes an impact in the lives of local infants, children and youth, and their families.
Dec 2, 20252 min read


Magic of Giving Holiday Market raises over $9,000 for Lansdowne Kids
It's a labour of love for organizer Julie Neal, local real estate agent in Brantford whose family has been helped by the many services and programs offered by Lansdowne Children's Centre.
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


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


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 26, 20253 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 20, 20251 min read


"Team Isla" shares their Lansdowne journey, 2025 Heroes Walk and Roll amabassadors
Brantford's Isla Clarke is this year's Lansdowne Children's Centre ambassador to the Heroes Walk and Roll in Brant Park, October 4
Sep 9, 20255 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. 8. Dignitaries, board members, clients and their families, staff, longtime supporters, and other well-wishers gathered at 168 Colborne Street, the site adjacent to the current location at 39 Mount Pleasant Street, to celebrate the announcement. Brantford-Brant MPP Dr. Will Bouma Brantford-Brant MPP Dr. Will Bouma noted that Lansdowne i
Aug 10, 20253 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 8, 20252 min read


Like A Rock – Benefit concert at Brantford's Sanderson Centre, Supporting Lansdowne Kids
‘Like A Rock’: The Ultimate Bob Seger Experience is coming to Brantford, Friday November 21, to help raise funds and awareness to support Lansdowne Children's Centre programs and services for babies, children and teens!
Aug 1, 20251 min read


Over $4,000 raised at Charity Motorcycle Ride for Lansdowne Kids
The 21st annual Charity Motorcycle Ride for Lansdowne Kids a resounding success, with $4,445 raised, after expenses...
Jul 17, 20252 min read


21st annual Charity Motorcycle Ride for Lansdowne Kids a success
Glossy paint and bright chrome shone on hundreds of motorcycles June 28 when riders lined up to roll out for the 21st annual Charity Motorcycle Ride for Lansdowne Kids in support of Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development
Jul 4, 20252 min read


Motorcycle fundraiser for Lansdowne kids continues to roll
Published by Michelle Ruby, Brantford Expositor, highlights from the 2025 Ride for Lansdowne Kids charity motorcycle ride supporting Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development, Brantford, Ontario
Jul 2, 20251 min read


Brantford Expositor’s Rotary Classic Run coverage features Lansdowne alumna Meghan Josling
Photo courtesy of Vincent Ball, Brantford Expositor Brantford Expositor reporter Vincent Ball’s coverage of the 41st annual Brantford...
Jun 13, 20251 min read


‘I like motorcycles, and I like Lansdowne’, youth ambassador to Motorcycle Ride for Lansdowne Kids
Matthew Cowling, who has been accessing programs and services at Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development for most of his life, will be serving as the centre’s ambassador for the 2025 Charity Motorcycle Ride for Lansdowne Kids, taking place June 28 in Brantford, ON.
May 30, 20254 min read


Celebrating Brantford’s most successful Smile Cookie campaign to date, Lansdowne Children’s Centre
Lansdowne Children’s Centre and Brant Food For Thought each received $79,415.54, which in turn will support over 16,000 babies, kids and teens in the community.
May 21, 20253 min read
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