In June 2025, we will installed Three Smilezones at Shining Through Centre in Mississauga, ON!
Thanks to the generosity of The Harold Ballard Foundation, founding donor partner BMO Financial Group, and supporters of the 2024 Smilezone Celebrity Golf Tournament, these new sensory-friendly spaces are purpose-built to reduce stress and enhance comfort for learners and their families.
“Smilezones are created to help children feel safe, relaxed, and supported especially during what can often be overwhelming or stressful appointments,” says Jackie Hames, Executive Director, Smilezone Foundation. “Partnering with Shining Through Centre allows us to support children with autism and their families in a meaningful and lasting way. This project would not have been possible without the incredible generosity of our long-time partners at The Harold Ballard Foundation, BMO Financial Group, and the supporters who contributed during our 2024 Smilezone Celebrity Golf Tournament. Their continued commitment to making a difference has helped bring comfort and joy to children and families at Shining Through Centre.”
About Shining Through: Shining Through Centre (STC) is a recognized leader in the field of autism and a community learning and service provider, with three locations across the GTA – Mississauga, Woodbrige and North York. We offer best-in-class, evidenced-based ABA therapy and educational services that are customized to each young person with autism. For 25 years, we’ve helped hundreds of children with autism reach their fullest potential. Our services include: ABA therapy for children and youth, one-on-one therapy sessions, social groups, parent training–feeding, sleeping, toileting, academic remediation & tutoring. For more information, visit www.shiningthrough.ca.
