Over a single weekend in September 2024, we installed FOUR Smilezones at Lansdown Children’s Centre in Brantford, ON! We installed Smilezones in the Main Entrance, Foyer, Children’s Waiting Room and Physiotherapy Gymnasium. The Smilezones include fresh paint, colourful murals, bean bag chairs, sensory and storage unit!
Thank you to our generous donor, Margaret Gurney for making this project possible!
“Smilezone Foundation believes every child deserves a place where they feel safe, supported, and inspired—especially during tough times,” said Smilezone Foundation Co-Founder Scott Bachly. “Our mission is to create bright, joyful spaces that lift the spirits of kids and their families, helping them find comfort and hope while they receive care. We are deeply grateful to Margaret Gurney for her generous support, which has made this Smilezone possible and will have a lasting impact on the children and families at Lansdowne Children’s Centre.”
The Executive Director of Lansdowne Children’s Centre, Rita-Marie Hadley, is thrilled with the result of the Smilezone renovation and shared the immediate impact the new look has made on staff and visitors. “The vibrance of the new colours has injected an incredible energy into our building. From the first morning that we were welcomed by the beautiful murals in the main entrance and gymnasium, I have watched the wide eyes of the children and their families, as well as our team members, taking in the Smilezone artwork. The multi-lingual welcome sign in particular has earned a lot of attention from our visitors, representing many of the cultures and languages in our community. We are grateful for the partnership of the Smilezone Foundation and the generosity of donor Margaret Gurney. Thank you, for enhancing this special place where children come to realize their potential.”
About Lansdown Children’s Centre:
Lansdowne Children’s Centre is one of Ontario’s 21 Children’s Treatment Centres [CTCs] and a member of Empowered Kids Ontario (EKO). Lansdowne provides services and supports for over 3,000 children and youth annually and their families.
Lansdowne provides child development resources, support and services for communication, developmental and physical needs. Our service region includes Brantford, Brant, Haldimand and Norfolk counties, and the Six Nations of the Grand River and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. Lansdowne currently operates sites in Brantford, Caledonia, Dunnville and Sim
