In February 2026, we installed THREE Smilezones at the Winnipeg Children’s Hospital! The Smilezones include: fresh paint, colorful murals, sensory and interactive gaming elements and more!
Thank you to our generous donors, Brian and Dee Coughlin, for making this project possible!
“We know that environment can have a powerful impact on how children and families feel during medical visits,” said Scott Bachly, Smilezone Foundation Co-Founder. “Our goal is to create spaces that help ease anxiety, spark imagination and bring moments of comfort and positivity during challenging times. We are incredibly grateful to the Brian, Connor and Dee Family Foundation and the Children’s Hospital Foundation of Manitoba for helping make this meaningful transformation possible for families in Winnipeg.”
“Every child and family who walks through the doors of HSC Children’s Hospital deserves to feel comforted, supported and cared for in every sense—not just clinically, but emotionally as well,” said Stefano Grande, President & CEO, Children’s Hospital Foundation of Manitoba. “This new Smilezone reflects our commitment to creating spaces that help ease anxiety, foster connection and bring moments of joy during what can be incredibly challenging times. We’re deeply grateful to the Brian, Connor and Dee Family Foundation and our partners at Smilezone Foundation for helping us enhance the care experience for Manitoba families in such a meaningful way.”
