Questions or concerns about your child's readiness to begin kindergarten at school? This milestone guide invites you to check off the skills that your child is demonstrating on a consistent basis. If your child does not meet all the milestones for their age, we recommend that you complete a referral submission to SmartStart Hub at Lansdowne Children’s Centre to gain access to resources, assessment, services and supports. We can help your child to realize their optimal potential. Start Instructions Feedback 1) Concept 2) Physical 3) Health & Safety 4) Numbers 5) Language 6) Reading 7) Writing 8) Social Kindergarten Readiness Checklist, 36 - 72 months Do you have questions or concerns about your child's readiness for entry to school, ie. ready to start kindergarten? We can help. To begin, continue to the Instructions tab, or select the age that is closest to the age of your child. Kindergarten Readiness Checklist, 48 - 72 months Every child learns and develops in their own unique way. This kindergarten readiness checklist provides cognitive, physical and communication abilities that most children are demonstrating by the time they are ready for school entry (ie. starting kindergarten). Check off the abilities that your child is demonstrating on a consistent basis. If you have concerns about unchecked milestones. first consult the online resources provided for more information. The recommended streaming videos and printable activities will help you engage in play-based learning with your child. Often these universal strategies for skill development will help a child's progress. If you have multiple incomplete milestones, and especially if you have incomplete milestones from an earlier age group, please consider completing a referral with SmartStart Hub to access opportunities for assessment, support and therapy services. There is no cost to access SmartStart Hub resources, services and supports at Lansdowne Children's Centre. When you're done, please come back to this tab and let us know about your checklist experience. Your feedback helps us to improve. Thank you! How was your experience? Don’t love it Not great Good Really good Love it Where are you from? How old is your child? Submit Thank You! Your feedback has been submitted. What is Concept Development? Concept development is a problem solving ability that allows young children to construct their own understanding of concepts as they interact and work with materials, people, events, and ideas. Examples of an ability to work with concepts include: Completing puzzles, fitting shapes Building towers with blocks Sorting toys or books by size or colour Counting groups of similar items Drawing a character or scene from a book Following simple instructions like “Put the ball on the chair” and “ Get the pot from under the sink.” Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ready for Kindergarten - Video Playlist Open Early Years, Behaviour Tips - Video Playlist What is Physical Readiness? Physical readiness is a child's ability to control and use large and small muscles to perform actions. Children need physical skills to be successful in school and participate in a variety of play-based activities. Examples of an physical readiness include: Climbing and playing on playground equipment Dressing themself, closing buttons, snaps and zippers Using scissors to cut shapes from paper Using crayons, pencils or markers to draw lines and shapes Rolling, throwing and/or bouncing a ball Peddaling a tricycle or similar vehicle Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ready for Kindergarten - Video Playlist Open Early Years, Behaviour Tips - Video Playlist What is Health and Safety Readiness? Health and safety readiness includes a child's basic needs for health care, grooming, rest and nutrition. Examples of health and safety readiness include: Regular check-ups with a family doctor and up-to-date shots Regular teeth brushing and trips to the dentist Regular activity and exercise An established bed time and regular rest Healthy eating including fresh fruit and vegetables Understanding simple safety rules and signs, like traffic lights, stop signs, fire danger, poison danger) Understanding stranger danger Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ready for Kindergarten - Video Playlist Open Early Years, Behaviour Tips - Video Playlist What are Number Concepts? Number concepts include ability to perform classifying, ordering, counting, and time and space relationships. These are directly related to child’s ability to perform mathematical tasks throughout their school years and the rest of their lives. It is important to help young children feel confident in dealing with number tasks. Examples of number concept readiness include: Answering questions like, "how many forks do we need?" Comparing objects by size, and ordering largest to smallest Following a regular sequence of events, ex. Bedtime routine Comparing groups and identifying which is more and which is less Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies What are Language Abilities? The development of language abilities – listening, speaking, reading, writing – is critical to a child’s success throughout their school years and the rest of their lives. It is tied to everything children learn or do in school. Parents can support the development of language abilities by talking with and listening carefully to children as they share their ideas and experiences. Examples of language abillity readiness include: Answering open questions like, "How do feel?" or "What do you think?" Identifying and using words that rhyme Asking questions about concepts or instructions Expressing original ideas, ex. Sharing what they think would happen next in a story Alerting a caregiver to needs or dangers, Ex. "I need to use the bathroom" or "I feel sick" Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Why Read With Your Child? A child's ability to read and comprehend information is an important skill that will impact their daily life. A caregiver can have a positive impact on a child's interest and ability to read by sharing early reading experiences. Reading a book with children is enjoyable and interesting. It is the most important way in which parents can help children learn to read and ideally would be a part of a daily routine. Reading also provides a shared expereience you can talk about together. "What did you think when?" or "What was your favourite part?" Examples of reading readiness include: Have a library card and be familiar with choosing books to read Demonstrate "pretend reading" turning pages and telling a story Point and read words in your environment, ex. Stop signs, Store names, Labels on food Sit quietly and listen to a story be read by someone else Follow along reading pointing to words as they are read Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies Ready to Write? To become a skilled, lifelong writer, a child needs encouragement and support as they begin the writing process. They’ll play at writing like they play at reading. Ask them to read what they’ve written. Children go through various stages of writing development. These stages include scribbling, drawing pictures and pretend writing. Examples of writing readiness include: Organize letters (ex. letter blocks, or magnets) to form words Scribbling/drawing letters on paper Tracing over letters/words/secntences on paper Writing their name Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies What is Social and Emotional readiness? Children need to be socially and emotionally ready to start school, and this includes knowing how to take turns, make compromises, approach familiar children, obey those in authority (principals, teachers, caregivers) and generally be nice to others. You can help a child to get ready for school by giving them the opportunity to interact as part of a group of children. Community opportunities include attending playgrounds, early on learning centres and the public library. Examples of social and emotional readiness include: Following the instructions/rules of an authority figure Use words to express feelings Be comfortable with trying new things Join others in a game, group activity Use words to solve disagreements, no violent acts Model the use of works such as please, thank you and excuse me Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies Open Face to Face, Communication Strategies

Welcome to Lansdowne Children's Centre. Intervention requirements for protecting children from abuse and/or neglect. Start Here Guide: Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect, Duty to Report All Lansdowne Children's Centre staff are legally required to report to the Family and Children’s Services [CAS], any reasonable concerns of abuse. Return Next As a parent/guardian/caregiver it is your responsibility to report any concerns regarding your child’s care and safety. Child abuse happens when a child’s parent or other person in charge harms or neglects a child. What is physical child abuse? Beating, slapping, hitting, pushing, throwing, shaking, burning. What is sexual abuse? Sexual abuse happens when a parent or other person in charge sexually molests or uses a child for sexual purposes or knowingly fails to protect a child from sexual abuse. What is emotional abuse? Yelling at, screaming at, threatening, frightening, or bullying a child, humiliating the child, name‐calling or saying things like: “You’re no good”. “You’re worthless”. Showing little to no physical affection or attention. What is Neglect? Not providing proper food and clothing, supervision, and/or medical care. Brant Family and Children’s Services [BFACS] 519‐753‐8681 Haldimand Norfolk CAS 1‐888‐227‐5437 Ogwadeni:deo CAS 519‐445‐1864 How can I connect with a Lansdowne Social Worker and/or Child and Youth Worker? Children and youth receiving services from Lansdowne Children's Centre and their families are eligible for Social Work and Child and Youth Work Services. Referrals can be requested by the family or youth, or may be suggested by another Lansdowne service provider working with the child and their family. You can contact SmartStart Hub to initiate a referral request, or speak with your Lansdowne service provider. Service needs are determined through goal-based care plans and may include individual or family intervention and support. Supportive counselling could include help with: Adjustment to illness and disability Client and caregiver stress and coping Financial and community resources Building confidence Self-advocacy skills Youth Workshop topics may include: Internet safety Community safety and independence Bullying and self-esteem Sibling support needs Youth transition Next Return

Lansdowne physiotherapy focuses on helping infants, children and youth develop and optimize their large motor control muscles and abilities, including muscle strength and range. Mobility activities may include rolling, crawling, standing, walking. All Services Index REHABILITATION SERVICES Physiotherapy at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford, Caledonia, Dunnville and Simcoe Start Referral What is Physiotherapy? (PT) Physiotherapists at Lansdowne Children’s Centre provide assessment and treatment for infants, children and youth up to age 19, with difficulties in muscle strength, joint range of motion, quality of movement, tone and gross motor development. Treatment includes teaching strategies to the family, caregivers and clients to improve function. Physiotherapy also provides support in accessing mobility equipment such as wheelchairs and walkers. Areas we work on in physiotherapy: Muscle strength and range Muscle tone (ie. ability to relax a muscle) Quality of movement Gross motor skills (ex. rolling, crawling, walking, waving) Access to mobility equipment Physiotherapy Supports click on an image to learn more 1 1 ... 1 ... 1 Physiotherapy at Lansdowne (PT) School-Based Physiotherapy (SBRS-PT) What are HITS Teams? Access FREE resources online Connect with streaming videos, printable tip sheets and home-based activities based on proven universal strategies to help your child's development. PLUS, connect with community-based resources and services. Open Resources What is a Physiotherapist? Physiotherapists (PT) at Lansdowne study the science of movement. They learn how to pinpoint an injury’s root causes. Physiotherapists focus on both prevention and rehabilitation. Treatment can be for problems caused by injury, disease or disability. Some examples include: neck and back pain caused by problems in the muscles and skeleton; Problems in the bones, joints, muscles and ligaments; Lung problems such as asthma; Disability as a result of heart problems; Pelvic issues, such as bladder and bowel problems related to childbirth; Loss of mobility because of trauma to the brain or spine, or due to diseases such as Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis; Fatigue, pain, swelling, stiffness and loss of muscle strength. What is a Physiotherapist Assistant? A Physiotherapist Assistant (PTA) provides care on behalf of, or as directed by, a physiotherapist. READY FOR REFERRAL? CLICK HERE You Belong Here. Are you passionate about working with infants, children and youth to help realize their potential? Are you seeking a career in pediatrics? Join our team at Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development. Careers

Developmental Services at Lansdowne are planned, individualized and person (family)-centered services and supports provided to individuals with developmental disabilities. Our goal is to enable infants/children and their families to increase their participation in all aspects of community life, optimize their ability to achieve developmental milestones and experience their fullest potential. All Services Index DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES Infant and Preschool Supports at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford Start Referral What are Early Intervention Services? Early Intervention Services at Lansdowne are planned, individualized and person (family)-centered services and supports provided to young children with developmental delays and/or disabilities, and their family. Our goal is to enable infants/children and their families to increase their participation in all aspects of community life, optimize their ability to achieve developmental milestones, and experience their fullest potential. Developmental supports and early intervention services at Lansdowne include: Developmental Paediatrics Infant & Child Development (ICDP) Early Integration Program (EIP) Autism Services Developmental Services and Supports click on an image to learn more 1 2 3 1 ... 1 2 3 ... 3 Preschool Speech & Language Therapy (PSL) Infant and Child Development Program (ICDP) Early Integration Program (EIP) Load More Access FREE resources online Connect with streaming videos, printable tip sheets and home-based activities based on proven universal strategies to help your child's development. PLUS, connect with community-based resources and services. Open Resources What is a Developmental Consultant? A Developmental Consultant from Lansdowne primarily works with families in their home, to provide developmental screens and assessments. Working collaboratively with the child and family/caregivers, a developmental consultant will provide strategies and recommendations to help a child develop to their full potential. What is a Resource Consultant? A Resource Consultant from Lansdowne visits licensed childcare centres to provide developmental screens and assessments. Working collaboratively with children, family, caregivers, the Early Learning Environment and other professionals, a resource consultant will provide strategies and recommendations to help children develop to their full potential. READY FOR REFERRAL? CLICK HERE You Belong Here. Are you passionate about working with infants, children and youth to help realize their potential? Are you seeking a career in pediatrics? Join our team at Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development. Careers

Welcome to Lansdowne Children's Centre. Greetings from the Executive Director, Rita-Marie Hadley, to all new client families and caregivers. Start Here Guide: Welcome to Lansdowne Children's Centre Lansdowne Children's Centre is a highly accredited children's treatment centre (CTC) and SmartStart Hub, connecting caregivers with resources, services and supports for infants, children, and youth with physical, communication, and/or developmental needs, and their families. Lansdowne Children's Centre serves the region of Grand Erie, including Brantford, Brant, Haldimand and Norfolk Counties, Six Nations of the Grand River and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. Return Next Rita-Marie Hadley, Executive Director Programs and Services Overview Lansdowne Children's Centre programs and services include: Autism Services Early Integration Program (EIP) Infant & Child Development (ICDP) Speech and Language Therapy Physiotherapy (PT) Occupational Therapy (OT) Social Worker Child & Youth Workers Support Workers Respite Care Kids Country Inn Alternate Care ASD Respite Care In-home Respite Care Special Services at Home Recreation programs: Every Kid Counts (EKC) Camp and Recreation (CARE) Therapeutic Recreation (TR) Our Mission Providing safe, accessible and quality family-centred services for infants, children and youth with physical, developmental and communication needs. Our Vision Working together to realize optimal potential for infants, children and youth. Our Values Respect, Inclusion, Diversity, Empowerment and Safety Our Board of Directors and Strategic Plan Overview Family Centred Guiding Principles Family-Centred Guiding Principles Family support principles are belief statements about how supports and resources ought to be made available to parents/families involved in early childhood intervention, parenting support and family resource programs and which specify how staff should interact and treat families. Children, youth and their families (herein referred to as families) are treated with dignity and respect at all times. Staff are sensitive, knowledgeable and responsive to the unique needs of families, including but not limited to cultural, ethnic and socio‐economic diversities. Family choice and decision‐making are incorporated at all levels of participation in all Lansdowne programs. Information necessary for families to make informed choices is shared in a sensitive, individualized and objective manner. Service provision is informed by family‐identified desires, priorities and preferences. Staff work with families to provide supports, resources and services in a flexible and responsive manner. Informal and formal community supports and resources are considered for achieving family outcomes. Services focus on family strengths, assets and interests as the foundation for building capacities and enhancing family functioning. Staff‐family relationships are characterized by partnerships and collaboration based on- mutual trust, respect, open communication and problem solving. Contact information Email Reception: info@lansdownecc.com Email SmartStart Hub: referrals@lansdownecc.com Website: www.lansdownecentre.ca Social Media: @LansdowneChildrens Phone: 519-753-3153 (local) OR 1-800-454-7186 (toll free) Fax: 519-753-5927 Return Next

Goal Based ABA therapy focuses on the unique, specific goals of your child that can be addressed in 1 - 8 hours per week. Depending on your goal(s), service can be delivered in multiple ways: 1:1, groups, and workshops, with an emphasis on parent/caregiver training/consultation. Welcome to Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford Fee-For Service ABA Goal Based Autism Services Brant at Lansdowne Children's Centre is your: Eligible provider for Evidence-Based Services Eligible provider for Ontario Autism Program (OAP) Local provider for Ministry-Funded Foundational Family Services Fee-for-service programs at Lansdowne Children's Centre start at $185/hour. as of May 1, 2025 APPLY TODAY Program fees are inclusive of the in-program time, indirect supervision by a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA), report writing and prep-work that occurs before and after each program appointment. Available for children and youth ages Birth to 18 years What is Goal Based ABA therapy? Goal Based ABA therapy focuses on the unique, specific goals of your child that can be addressed in 1 - 8 hours per week. Depending on your goal(s), service can be delivered in multiple ways: 1:1, groups, and workshops, with an emphasis on parent/caregiver training/consultation. Who is eligible? Goal based ABA therapy is available for children/youth, age birth to 18 years , with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis. A screening process will be applied to confirm eligibility for this program, including registration with the Ontario Autism Program (OAP). The reduction of challenging behaviours, including aggression to self or others, will not be a specific goal area addressed within this program. What can I expect? Some common goals in this program include (but are not limited to): Attending appointments Social interactions Toileting Personal hygiene School and job readiness Language Communication Independent living skills, such as dressing or eating with a utensil If you don’t see your specific goal, please ask us. Goal Based is a commitment of 1 - 8 hours per week How it Works? When a space is available, a clinician will call you to arrange an appointment. Your child/you will receive an individualized assessment. Both your assessment and treatment will be supervised by a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA). There will be emphasis on parent involvement and training, for parents to feel confident in continuing with skill building when treatment is done and to feel comfortable sharing their skills with people in a variety of environments. Treatment will be provided at a location most suitable for your selected goals, including Lansdowne Children's Centre (at 39 Mt. Pleasant St., Brantford), your home or in the community. Additional costs for mileage and travel time apply for home or community locations. For further information you can reach our Family Support Worker by phone at 519-753-3153 ext. 268, or by email at autism@lansdownecc.com or you can complete an Online Referral, CLICK HERE

Join the Lansdowne Children's Centre corporate team, the Lansdowne Cruisers, in the Rotary Brantford Classic Run, in support of local children's programs. Rotary Club of Brantford 2026 ROTARY BRANTFORD CLASSIC RUN - SUNDAY, JUNE 7 - Join the Lansdowne Cruisers team You Run. Kids Win. Sign Up Today Register Event Info Print Flyer Email Flyer Join our Corporate Team The Lansdowne Cruisers and walk, run or roll with Lansdowne Children's Centre in support of local children's programs. Rotary Club of Brantford presents The 42nd Rotary Brantford Classic Run Sunday, June 7, 2026 10:15 a.m. Start W. Ross Macdonald School, 350 Brant Ave. Brantford Using the provided Race Roster event page, you will create your own participant account with an email and password. During your registration, you will be asked if you would like to register as an individual or as part of a team. To join our Lansdowne Cruisers team, select: Join a Team - a Corporate Team - find Lansdowne Children's Centre Our Team Captain is Tiffany Morgan, recreation services. Please email Tiffany to provide your email contact as a registered team member. We would like to contact you by email closer to the event date to organize a group meeting point and time to get our annual Lansdowne team photo. For any questions or concerns, you can email Tiffany at: tmorgan@lansdownecc.com Did you know... That Lansdowne Children's Centre has entered a corporate team in the Rotary Classic Run going back decades! Lansdowne is one of the earliest community programs for children supported by this event. LANSDOWNE CRUISERS THROUGH THE YEARS Join the Lansdowne Cruisers, Rotary Brantford Classic Run June 7, 2026 Apr 1 Rotary Club of Brantford annual Children's Party at Lansdowne Children's Centre, 2025 Dec 19, 2025 Commemorative photo book celebrates 50+ Years of Lansdowne, in print fundraiser and free online Apr 14, 2025 1 2 3 4 5

Understanding Torticollis and Plagiocephaly, and what you can do at home | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Understanding Torticollis and Plagiocephaly, and what you can do at home This printable 4-page handout provides an overview and understanding of Torticollis and Plagiocephaly, and provides recommendations for strategies you can try at home. Page 4 also provides a list of Local Orthotists that offer cranial remolding therapy. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Understanding Torticollis and Plagiocephaly, and what you can do at home no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: PT201, Torticollis, Plagiocephaly, flat spot, baby, infant, newborn, cranial, orthotist, PT, physio

Privacy Policy Privacy Plan – Personal Health Information Protection Act 2004 As an organization working with personal health records, Lansdowne Children’s Centre is accountable to comply with all relevant legislation, including the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA), 2004. In accordance with PHIPA Lansdowne Children's Centre has developed a Privacy Plan in order to make sure that all clients/ families are being treated in a consistent manner. 1. Information Practices Lansdowne Children's Centre shall have in place information practices that comply with the requirements of the PHIPA and its regulations. 2. Written Public Statement Lansdowne Children's Centre shall make available to the public a written statement that: a) provides a general description of our information practices b) describes how to contact our Information Officer c) describes how a client/family of Lansdowne Children's Centre may obtain access to or request correction of their record of personal health information d) describes how a client/family of Lansdowne Children’s Centre may withhold or withdraw consent e) describes how to make a complaint to Lansdowne Children's Centre and to the Commissioner under the Act 3. Collection, Use and Disclosure of Personal Health Information Lansdowne Children's Centre shall post and make available information describing the purposes of Lansdowne’s collection, use and disclosure of personal health information as permitted by law. 4. Contact Person Lansdowne Children's Centre shall designate a contact person to perform the functions as set out in the Act. At Lansdowne this contact person shall be named the Information Officer. 5. Functions of the Information Officer The Information Officer of Lansdowne Children's Centre shall make sure that employees and all other agents of Lansdowne Children's Centre are appropriately informed of their duties under the Act. 6. Privacy Committee The Management Team shall be designated as the Privacy Committee. 7. Functions of the Privacy Committee The Privacy Committee shall be responsible to provide oversight of the privacy practices of Lansdowne Children’s Centre. 8. Security Lansdowne Children's Centre shall take reasonable steps to make sure personal health information in its custody or control is protected against theft, loss and unauthorized use or disclosure and to make sure that the records containing the information are protected against unauthorized copying, modification or disposal. 9. Handling of Records Lansdowne Children's Centre shall make sure that the records of personal health information that it has in its custody or under its control are retained, transferred and disposed of in a secure manner and in accordance with the prescribed requirements, if any. Lansdowne Children's Centre Information Practices – Commitment to Your Privacy Lansdowne Children’s Centre knows it is important to protect personal information. We collect personal health information about clients from clients/parents/guardians. The personal health information that we collect may include, for example, client name, date of birth, address, health history, records of visits to Lansdowne and the care that was given during those visits. At times we gather personal health information about clients from other places, if we have been given client/parent/guardian consent to do so or if the law permits. Personal health information will be held within an electronic system. We limit collection of information to what is required to provide care to our clients. Uses and Disclosures of Personal Health Information We use and share personal health information to: • assess, treat and care for clients and families safely and efficiently while giving high quality service • allow us to efficiently advise of treatment options and follow-up on treatment and care • communicate with other providers involved in care • plan, administer and manage our internal operations including booking, confirming and scheduling appointments, completing statistics • conduct risk management activities • conduct quality improvement activities, such as sending satisfaction surveys • teach and demonstrate on an anonymous basis • comply with legal and regulatory requirements • comply generally with the law Your Choices Clients/ parents/legal guardians may get and/or ask for correction of their personal health records, or withhold or withdraw their consent for some of the above uses and disclosures, by getting in touch with us and we will explain what the result of that decision might mean, and the way it will be done . Please note legal exceptions apply. Information may be accessed by regulatory authorities under the terms of the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA) for the purposes of the various colleges of employees here at Lansdowne fulfilling their mandate under the RHPA, and for the defense of a legal issue. When Lansdowne gets special requests, such as a request from a new source, we will get in touch with you for permission to release information. We may also advise you if such a release is appropriate. Important Information • We take steps to protect your personal health information from theft, loss and unauthorized access, copying, changes, use, disclosure and disposal • We conduct audits and complete investigations to monitor and manage our privacy compliance • We take steps to ensure that everyone who performs services for us protect client privacy and only use personal health information for the purposes for which clients have given consent • We comply with provincial privacy legislation by having a Privacy Plan that is available upon request How to Contact Us Lansdowne’s Information Officer/Contact Person is Jennifer Huxley. For more information about our privacy protection practices, or to raise a concern you have with our practices, contact us at: Lansdowne Children’s Centre 39 Mount Pleasant Street, Brantford, ON N3T 1S7 Telephone: 519-753-3153 | Fax: 519-753-5927 Website: http://lansdownecentre.ca | Email: info@lansdownecc.com You have the right to complain to the Information and Privacy Commissioner/Ontario if you think we have violated your rights. The Commissioner can be reached at: Information and Privacy Commissioner/Ontario 2 Bloor Street East, Suite 1400, Toronto, Ontario M4W 1A8 Telephone: 416-326-3333 or 1-800-387-0073 (within Ontario) Fax: 416-325-9195 | TTY: 416-325-7539 Website: www.ipc.on.ca | Email: info@ipc.on.ca Privacy and Consent Guide for Families What Families Need to Know About Information Sharing In order to develop a care plan and provide your child and family with the services that best meet your needs, staff at Lansdowne Children’s Centre will ask for information about your child and family. With Your Consent This Information is Shared • By only those professionals and organizations serving your child and family • Through verbal and written communication, and in an electronic record The electronic record lets Lansdowne Children’s Centre staff working with your child and family view and write down information about your child in a secure and confidential manner. It also means that you don’t have to repeat information as often and lets your team build on past progress and experience. Community partners included in your consent are listed on the “Consent for Information Sharing and Collection of Personal Information” form. You can say if you do not want to share certain information or if you do not want to share with certain people. Your Child’s Electronic Record is Secure and Protected This web-based shared electronic record uses the same technology that is used for online banking. In order for members of your child’s team to use your child’s electronic record, they must: • Be authorized by Lansdowne to access your child’s password-protected record • Attend training on the electronic record and related privacy policies and guidelines • Sign a confidentiality agreement Type of Information Shared Typically, the following information may be collected and stored within the electronic record and shared with the professionals working with your child and family: • Contact and Demographic information • Birth and Developmental History • Interview and Assessment information • Relevant reports such as Diagnostic, School and Transition reports • Care Plans • Assessment Reports • Progress Notes Your consent will be documented in the shared electronic record. Please help us to keep information accurate and up-to-date. Tell your team of any changes. Your Right to Privacy Privacy legislation protects your right to: • Consent to how your information will be used and shared. In order for your consent to be valid, you must be given enough information for your consent to be knowledgeable. We encourage you to ask any questions you need to so that you understand how staff will use and protect your information. • Staff will talk with other Lansdowne staff on your team in order to provide service and treatment. This is implied when you are referred to Lansdowne. You may withhold this consent by telling us if anyone should be excluded. • Withhold or withdraw consent for information sharing, except in specific circumstances where disclosure is legally required under the Child, Youth & Family Services Act or ordered by a court. • Provide consent in verbal or written form. • Ask to access to your child’s electronic record and the information in it. • Ask that a correction be made to the record. Our Commitment to Your Privacy • All Lansdowne staff are required by law to protect the information you share in strict confidence. We must make sure that you understand why certain information is being shared, who it is being shared with, and get your agreement for information sharing before any confidential information is used or shared. • Lansdowne staff will only collect the information we need to do our jobs. • If you do not consent to share confidential information your wishes will be respected, except when that places someone at increased risk of significant harm. Everyone has a ‘duty to report’ under the Child, Youth and Family Services Act. • If a limitation is placed on consent for information sharing, it cannot restrict recording of personal/health information that is required by law or established professional standards. • Lansdowne staff will make sure that information shared is as accurate and current as possible. • Lansdowne will give you access to the information contained in the electronic record, upon request. • Lansdowne will comply with relevant privacy legislation. This includes having a Privacy Plan that is available upon request. How to Provide Consent for Information Sharing You can provide consent to a service provider working with your child. Your consent will be noted in the electronic record. The “Consent for Information Sharing and Collection of Personal Information” form is a guide for providing this consent. For further information about the collection, use or sharing of personal information, or to discuss any concerns you may have, please contact Jennifer Huxley, Information Officer, Lansdowne Children’s Centre at 519-753-3153 or email info@lansdownecc.com If you have a concern about how your information has been handled, you may call the Information and Privacy Commissioner /Ontario at 1-800-387-0073 or www.ipc.on.ca

The Lansdowne Children's Centre Board of Directors governs the Centre operations, providing oversight to the pursuit of the organization's Mission and Vision, guided by the Values. Board of Directors Board Portal Login Application Form Growing with you... The Lansdowne Children's Centre Annual Report is available to read and download online. Past annual reports are also available, located below the roster of the Lansdowne Children's Centre Board of Directors. 2023+ Strategic Plan Overview 2025-26 Annual Report PDF 2025-26 Annual Report Online Ashley Veldkamp Board Chair, Chair of Long Range Planning Committee More Info Anne Noyes Board Secretary (Leave, July 2026) More Info Jason Lickers Board Member, (Leave, June 2026) More Info Skylar Turkiewicz-DaBreo- Board Member, Acting Secretary More Info Mike Gatopoulos Board 1st Vice Chair, Chair of Capital Steering Comm. More Info Dr. Benjamin Klein, Ex Officio Medical Director, Lansdowne Children's Centre More Info Joe Persia Board Member More Info Vicky Smith Board Member, Chair Diversity Equity & Inclusion SubCommittee, Chair of Prof. Advisory Comm., Vice-Chair Governance Comm. More Info Jennifer Steffler Board 2nd Vice Chair More Info Holly Clark Board Member, Co-Chair Capital Steering Committee (CSC) More Info Kathy Straus Board Member More Info Vincent Vilaca Board Member More Info Justin Wareham Board Treasurer, Chair Finance and Personnel Comm. [F&P] More Info Jamie Toner Board Member, Vice-Chair Prof. Advisory Committee (PAC), (Leave Nov. 2026) More Info Rick Rozak Board Member, Chair of the Governance Committee More Info Will Bucholtz Board Member More Info We need you. Join The Board. APPLY Annual Report Archives 2024-25 Annual Report PDF 2023-24 Annual Report PDF 2022-23 Annual Report PDF (7 Mb) 2021-22 Annual Report PDF (6 Mb) 2023-24 Annual Report Online 2023-24 Annual Report Online 2022-23 Annual Report Online 2021-22 Annual Report Online Learn more about our Lansdowne Mission, Vision and Values. Who We Are Our Strategic Plan What is a board's purpose? The Lansdowne Children's Centre Board of Directors governs the Centre operations, providing oversight to the pursuit of the organization's Mission and Vision, guided by the Values. • The mission is our statement of what the organization does and its intended purpose. Providing safe, accessible and quality family-centred services for infants, children and youth with physical, developmental and communication needs • The vision is our goal for the outcomes achieved when the Centre successfully carries out its mission. Working together to realize optimal potential for infants, children and youth • The values are the philosophies that guide our decision-making. Lansdowne Children's Centre values Respect, Inclusion, Diversity, Empowerment & Safety (RIDES) Who are the current board members and committee members? As of June 2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS 1. Board Chair, Ashley Veldkamp 2. 1st Vice Chair, Mike Gatopoulos 3. 2nd Vice Chair, Jennifer Steffler 4. Treasurer, Justin Wareham 5. Secretary, Anne Noyes [Leave, June 2026] 6. Will Bucholtz 7. Holly Clark 8. Jason Lickers [Leave, June 2026] 9. Joe Persia 10. Rick Rozak 11. Vicky Smith 12. Rita Stratford 13. Kathy Straus 14. Jamie Toner 15. Skylar Turkiewicz-Dabreo-Act. Secretary Vincent Villaca Dr. Benjamin Klein, Medical Director Ex Officio Rita-Marie Hadley, Cheif Executive Officer, is a non voting Ex Officio member of all bodies Capital Steering Committee [CSC] Mike Gatopoulos, Co-Chair Holly Clark, Co- Chair John Bradford* Will Bucholtz Mike DeBruyn* Marc Lazenby* Scott Lyons* Ashley Veldkamp Justin Wareham Jacqueline Willson* Cindy Rock* Lynda Henriksen* Diversity Equity & Inclusion SubCommittee Vicky Smith, Chair Patricia Gonzalez* Jason Lickers Joe Persia Sarah Consoli* Alissa Shuker* Finance/Personnel Committee [F&P] Justin Wareham, Chair Skylar Turkiewicz, Vice Chair Will Bucholtz Holly Clark Mike Gatopoulos Jason Lickers Lloyd St. Amand Jennifer Steffler Ashley Veldkamp Sarah Consoli * Cindy Rock* Governance Committee Rick Rozak, Chair Vicky Smith, Vice-Chair Mike Gatopoulos Jennifer Steffler Ashley Veldkamp Vincent Vilaca Long Range Planning Committee Ashley Veldkamp, Chair Will Bucholtz John Bradford* Mike Gatopoulos Tamie Aubin * Sarah Consoli * Cindy Rock* Professional Advisory Committee [PAC] Vicky Smith, Chair** Jamie Toner* Vice Chair (LEAVE, November 2026) Patricia Gonzalez* Casidy Guzar* Dr. Ben Klein Anne Noyes Joe Persia Rick Rozak Rita Stratford Kathy Strauss** Vincent Villaca Jacqueline Willson** Tamie Aubin* Sarah Consoli * Cindy Rock* * Non-Director Committee Member ** liaisons to Quality Mgt. Council ***Also Committee chairs Italics=staff updated June 2026 What are the roles and responsibilities of Board members? an excerpt from the Board Manual, Policy B1-100, Role of Committees and Directors Board Committees provide a forum for broad discussion of issues in order to develop recommendations for board action. The Board is the final decision-making body. Standing Committees of the Board are: • Finance/Personnel Committee [which serves as the Audit Committee] • Professional Advisory Committee • Governance Committee • Long Range Planning Committee • Executive Committee Directors: As stewards of Lansdowne Children’s Centre, Directors are responsible to perform the duties of the Board stipulated by Centre bylaws. Selected to bring individual expertise and a collective skills mix established by the Nominating Committee, Directors have a primary responsibility for the best interests of Lansdowne, representing the children and youth and their families. A Director’s ethical obligation is to support the Mission, Vision and Values in pursuing the strategic direction of the Centre. In addition to personally signing a Code of Ethics and consenting to background checks, Directors collectively ensure adherence to legal standards stipulated by the Corporations Act, and to ethical norms by establishing policies and adherence to Centre by-laws and Letters Patent. What are the guidelines for Board member duties and responsibilities? an excerpt from the Board Manual, Policy B3-20, Board Code of Ethics Recognizing its legal and ethical responsibility for the direction and operations of Lansdowne Children’s Centre, the Board of Directors will keep the following uppermost in all its decision making: a) the health and well being of children and their families; b) the delivery of high-quality services; and c) the welfare of staff. 1.0 Ethical Duties and Obligations 1.1 Directors will exercise reasonable care (care that an ordinarily prudent person would exercise in a like position and under similar circumstances) when making decisions as stewards of Lansdowne Children’s Centre. 1.2 Directors will be faithful to Lansdowne’s mission and will not act in a way that is inconsistent with the agency’s central goals. 1.3 Directors will protect the confidentiality of all information acquired in their role as a Board member. 1.4 Directors will avoid conflict of interest (a conflict of interest arises when a director has a personal interest in the result of a decision made by the Board of Directors). Directors will consider the interests of Lansdowne first, and will not use information obtained as a director for personal gain. Directors with a financial conflict of interest will not participate in discussions or vote on matters that affect decisions made by the Board of Directors. 1.5 A Director with a conflict of interest will be responsible for declaring such conflict. 1.6 Directors will present consolidated support for decisions made by the Board of Directors, so as to demonstrate the integrity of the Board. 2.0 Primary Organizational Responsibilities 2.1 The Board of Directors will be responsible for the creation of the mission and purpose of Lansdowne Children’s Centre and review them periodically for accuracy and validity. Each Director will understand the mission and support it. 2.2 The Board of Directors selects and supports the Executive Director through regular performance reviews. The Board of Directors will ensure that the Executive Director has the moral and professional support needed to further the goals of Lansdowne Children’s Centre. 2.3 As stewards of Lansdowne Children’s Centre, the Board of Directors will actively participate with staff in an overall planning process to assist in implementing the agency’s goals. 2.4 One of the Board of Directors foremost responsibilities is to ensure adequate resources for Lansdowne Children’s Centre to fulfill its mission. 2.5 The Board of Directors review and approve Lansdowne’s annual budgets and ensure that proper financial controls are in place. 2.6 The Board of Directors will ensure that programs are consistent with Lansdowne’s mission and monitor their effectiveness. 2.7 As the primary link to the community, the Board of Directors must clearly articulate Lansdowne’s mission, accomplishments and goals to the public, and garner support from relevant members of the community. 2.8 The Board of Directors is ultimately responsible for ensuring adherence to legal standards and ethical norms. The Board of Directors will establish pertinent policies and adhere to the provisions of Lansdowne’s Bylaws and Letters Patent. 2.9 The Board of Directors will articulate and make known its needs in terms of its members’ experience and skill to ensure a balanced Board composition. The Board of Directors will help orient new Directors to their responsibilities and to Lansdowne’s history, needs and challenges. The Board of Directors will evaluate its performance and identify and act on areas of improvement needed to fulfill its responsibilities. Who holds Board members accountable? How is their performance evaluated? an excerpt from the Board Manual, Policy B3-40, Board Evaluation In order to monitor the effectiveness of the collective operations of the Board of Directors, a Board Evaluation will be completed annually. The Board Evaluation will be comprised of the following to also evaluate performance of individual board members and of the President: 1. All members of the Board of Directors will complete the Board Effectiveness Evaluation Survey in June of each year except when accreditation is completed in that year. 2. To cultivate a sense of group and individual responsibility for effective Board functioning, the Board will support assessment of Directors’ “fiduciary duty”, namely the Director’s active concerted effort beyond meeting attendance, to be knowledgeable and prepared to provide informed advice and make informed decisions. Individual performance will be assessed by provision of attendance reports and self-monitoring tools to compare activity and discipline to policies in the Board Manual. All Directors except the President will also annually conduct self-assessment by using the Individual Board Member Self-Evaluation Form and offer feedback on colleagues by completing the Self-Evaluation Form for each of their colleagues, as submitted to the President; the President will consolidate results and share them with each Director to support identification of actions to enhance their work 3. President Performance is assessed by the President completing a Self-Assessment annually as well as each Board member completing a President Assessment to be submitted to the Vice-President. The 1st Vice-President consolidates the President Assessments and shares results with the President to support the President to identify actions to enhance their work. 4. A survey of each Board member’s linkages in the community: all Board members will be asked to outline other volunteer or service clubs that they are members of. The above information is presented at the October Meeting of the Board of Directors. This information provides a basis for developing Board development goals for the upcoming planning year. Within the accreditation cycle, governance functioning self-assessment tools will be completed by each member of the Board. How does the Board evaluate the performance of the Executive Director? an excerpt from the Board Manual, Policy B4-60, Executive Director: Performance Appraisal and Salary Review The Chair and two other members of the Board shall conduct in the first year of the Executive Director’s employment a performance appraisal at six (6) months and at twelve (12) months. Thereafter, performance appraisals will be conducted on or about the anniversary of the Executive Director’s commencement date, in accordance with the Centre’s policies for performance appraisals. How does a Board member get started? Each Board member upon acceptance of their position will complete a Onboarding Process. This process includes an Orientation Manual, that includes materials to help a new Board member get more familiar with items including Lansdowne operations, policies, procedures, history and strategic planning. New Board member onboarding also includes instruction on how to gain access to shared board resources using a private website portal. Where can I view the Lansdowne Strategic Plan? The four strategies of the Lansdowne Children's Centre multi-year Strategic Plan are: Culture of Excellence Strengthen workplace culture so it attracts and retains the very best and right fit employees and volunteers State of Art Environment Having the best possible space to provide our changing services in all our locations as well as the other resources needed to support our work Innovation to Enhance Service Engage needed tools and solutions to improve quality, safety and efficiencies. Tell Our Story Clarify, magnify and celebrate our story for greater understanding of what Lansdowne does and its significance Download our 2023 Staregic Plan overview PDF for more information, as shared at our June 2023 Annual General Meeting Where can I view the Lansdowne Communications Plan? The most recent Communications Plan for Lansdowne Children's Centre includes Strategies and desired Outcomes targeting four audiences: Clients and Families Employees Media Stakeholders View the full PDF document here. Join the Lansdowne Board Seats on the Lansdowne Children’s Centre board are currently filled, but we are always excited to connect with enthusiastic community members with diverse skills, backgrounds and perspectives interested in participating on our Board of Directors. Those with experience in the areas of governance and fee-for-service programming are especially invited to inquire. Board Member Application Form For more information please contact us by email at info@lansdownecc.com

Empowering Children. Strengthening Families. Inspiring Community. Join Heroes Walk and Roll, Lansdowne Children's Centres signature annual fundraising event. Level UP Lansdowne, and become a partner in possibility, fueling innovative programs, reducing wait times, and enhancing supports for thousands of local families. Dress up. Team up. Show up. Every gift unlocks potential. You can change the game. Let's Level UP Lansdowne Children's Centre! Join today! Heroes Walk and Roll Saturday, September 26 Brant Park, 119 Jennings Rd, Brantford 11:00 am to 2:30 pm REGISTER & FUNDRAISE Sign up to collect pledges— as an individual, as a team, or by joining a team— Dress Up. Team Up. Show Up. Each registration creates a unique fundraising page, and free passes to the event. Video Demo MAKE A DONATION Add your contribution to this fundraiser in support of Lansdowne Children's Centre— Every Gift Unlocks Potential . Your support helps children and youth with additional needs discover, belong and achieve. Video Demo EVENT SPONSORS Align your brand with a local event that celebrates inclusion and possibility— You Can Change The Game for infants, children, and youth, and their families in our community. Learn more VOLUNTEER Sign up to represent Lansdowne Children's Centre and help provide this event— a Super-celebratory Carnival — assisting with parking, registration, game mangement, park set up, and more! REGISTER TODAY Discover. Belong. Achieve. Join Heroes Walk and Roll for Lansdowne Children's Centre, September 26, 2026 - Brant Park 2026 Youth Ambassador Meet 12-year old Mason. 🌟 With his mighty team of family and friends, Mason is leading the way to help change the game for local kids—Let's Level UP! Lansdowne 🌟 DONATE NOW LEARN MORE DOWNLOAD Walk. Roll. Donate. Fundraise. Sponsor. By joining Level UP Lansdowne and the Heroes Walk and Roll your fundraising team becomes a partner in possibility, strengthening access to programs and services supporting children and youth, building inclusion by creating spaces and opportunities where every child belongs, and by reducing barriers for families who need help now. Contact: Ashlyn Gladman, Development Officer – Annual Campaigns & Funds Lansdowne Children’s Centre (519) 753-3153 ext. 308 agladman@lansdownecc.com Lansdowne Children’s Centre Charitable Registration #1190 05643 RR0001 39 Mount Pleasant St., Brantford, ON N3T 1S7 Heroes Walk and Roll is a super-celebratory fundraising event where families, children, youth, and teams come together to champion support of Lansdowne Children’s Centre programs and services. The 2026 pledge drive kicked off in May, building to an outdoor carnival event in Brant Park (Brantford) on Saturday, September 26. Register a fundraising team and collect pledges May through September. Pay what you can. Everyone is welcome! 1/15 Learn more about ways your organization can get involved and make a difference with Lansdowne Children's Centre. Open Event Sponsorship Download Sponsorship PDF FAQ Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll Is Lansdowne Children's Centre a registered charity? Yes! Lansdowne Children's Centre is a registered charity, and a not-for-profit children's treatment centre for child development providing programs and services in support of infants, children and youth with physical, communication, and/or developmental additional needs, and their families.Your gifts empower Lansdowne Children's Centre to enhance and enrich the lives of local kids and their families by providing acces to:Specialty equipmentSupport workersCommunity-based programsCentre-run programsLansdowne Children's CentreCharitable Registration #1190 05643 RR000139 Mount Pleasant St., Brantford, ON N3T 1S7Contact: Lynda Henriksen (she/her)Director of Development and Community Relationslhenriksen@lansdownecc.com 519-753-3153 ext 221 How do I register to fundraise? Solo? As a Team? Click REGISTER & FUNDRAISE to start the registration process On the first screen, add 1 fundraising registration, set the amount you will pay for your registration (there is a recommended amount but you can pay what you can, and/or add a first donation to your fundraising. When you are done, click the blue button CONTINUE at the bottom of the screen. On the second screen, complete your contact information, and identify who is coming with you on September 26. This information sets up a personal profile for you. It will be the email where you receive receipts and notifications, and the mailing address for our donor/participant database. When entering who is coming with you, only enter the adults/youth/children arriving with your party. You do not need to register other members who will be joining your team. They will do that on their own when they register. When you are done, click CONTINUE at the bottom of the screen. On the third screen, you have the choice to START a Team, or to JOIN a Team, or to move foward as a SOLO fundraiser. Each option offers its own customization options. CONTINUE to complete your registration. SHARING YOUR TEAM TO ONBOARD TEAM MEMBERSYou can share the link to your Team fundraising page and let potential team members know that they can click REGISTER & FUNDRAISE to set up their own profile, and join your team. At the JOIN a Team option, they can select your team from the drop down menu, or start typing the team name to find your team. I signed up to fundraise. How do I manage/edit my fundraising web page? Thank you for being an active fundraiser for Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll!The Zeffy platform we use to power our online fundraisng is safe and secure and does not charge Lansdowne Children's Centre a fee, PLUS it has a fantastic library of helpful guides!How to Edit Your Peer-to-Peer Team or Participant Fundraising PageWhen you register for a Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll as a fundraiser (whether as an individual or part of a team) you can edit your fundraising page right away from the confirmation screen, or anytime afterward using the link that is sent to your registration email.CLICK HERE to open a Zeffy tutorial guide and learn more about the process and tools to help you customize your fundraising page, to tell your Lansdowne Story and connect to your potential donors. Is there a paper form for collecting offline fundraising donations (cash and cheques)? Yes! Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll can provide a PDF document to registered fundraisers that can be printed at home and used to record and collect offline donations like cash and cheques. We recommend that anyone looking to use debit or credit please be directed to your online fundraising web page, and use the available Zeffy platform that is safe and secure for transactions.When you collect cash and/or cheque donations, please bring your completed printed form and monies to the event on September 26 and provide these to the registration desk. We will add your recorded donations to your online amounts to recognize your total donations collected.Donations over $20 can receive a donation gift receipt from Lansdowne Children's Centre, provided that required contact information is required (ie. email address, and/or mailing address).If you require a paper form and have not yet received a fundraising support email with the PDF attached, please reach out to Ashlyn by email: agladman@lansdownecc.com Thank you! Who can attend Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll in Brant Park? There are no limitations to attendance! Lansdowne Children's Centre invites children of all ages, families, organizations and teams to explore Heroes Walk and Roll in Brant Park. We hope the experience provides greater meaning to you of what Lansdowne Children's Centre does for local families, and helps you appreciate the importance of our fundraiser to continue to power programs and services helping infants, children and youth in our community to realize their potential! What are this year's attractions and activities? The 2026 Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll has many returning attractions and activities, and some new ones, creating an exciting experience for all our guests! All of these items are included in your registration, at no additional fee, powered by our generous community partners and sponsors.Touch a Truck (including firetruck, tow trucks, construction machines)Face Painting presented by Ackland InsurancePhoto Booth presented by Ackland InsuranceBouncy Castle - a dual lane tropical themed playground!Inflatable Sport Games - adaptable soccer, baseball and basketballCarnival Games - individual activities for kids Sensory Stations - explore your senses with experiential learning Storytime with local author Tamara Botting Cheerleading Demonstration and Tumble Area, powered by Impact Cheer Athletics LIVE Reptile Show, with Jungle Jamz LIVE Music Show, with The Shrubberies! Meet Therapy Dogs with Autism Dog Services Local vendor displays What can you tell me about parking? Is there a cost? Is it close? Yes, there is on site parking. No, there is no added cost for you to park at the venue. The available parking lots across from the Grand Pavillion picnic area (where Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll is located inside Brant Park, Brant Conservation Area), are packed gravel. There is room for accessible parking and a small walk (maybe, 200m) to the grassy grounds around the pavillion where the attractions will be set up. What does it cost to attend Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll activities? In 2026, registration to attend Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll is required. Participants can pre-register online at www.heroeswalkandroll.com or register at the event on the day. Registration is based on "pay what you can" as a donation in support of Lansdowne Children's Centre. Participants are encouraged to collect pledges through fundraising to enhance their contributions, but this is not mandatory to enjoy the activities and attractions. How long is the walk? What is the route? What are the path conditions? Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll takes place inside Brant Park/Brant Conservation Area, at 119 Jennings Rd in Brantford, Ontario. The walk begins at the Grand Pavillion grassy picnic area where the event festivities and attractions are set up, and proceeds to an asphalt roadway that loops behind the picnic grounds and returns to the starting point. There is a small gradient (hill) that walkers descend at the beginning, and ascend when they return. The total distance is about 1-kilometer. There is no competition for speed to complete the walk. It is a group activity to show solidarity and community in support of Lansdowne Children's Centre programs and services. We are all Lansdowne Heroes in fundraising to power life changing programs for infants, children and youth with physical, communication and/or developmental additional needs, and their families. Can I bring my dog to Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll? Yes! Brant Convervation Area (Brant Park) permits dogs in the park and at Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll provided that they are on a leash and under the supervision of the owner/caregiver. You are also responsible to please clean up any dog waster (ie. they poop, you scoop). Can I bring a wagon or bicycle on the Heroes Walk and Roll? Yes! We see families and teams bring walkers, carriages, strollers, wagons and other assistive mobiltiy and carrier devices to help navigate the Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll. If you choose to bring a self-propelled, wheeled device (ex. scooter, small bicycle, skateboard) to roll, we ask that you please be careful and considerate of others; do not zoom, race or weave through other walkers and participants. If you are on an independent self-propelled wheeled device you must wear a helmet. Additional safety equipment is recommended and at the discretion of parents/caregivers. Will there be food and refreshments provided at Heroes Walk and Roll? We recommend you plan to bring a water bottle and snacks to the event. There will be vendors providing some refreshments and food items for sale, but at this time there is no formal concession stand or Food Truck available. Your immediate impact Your participation in Level UP Lansdowne fundraising helps: STRENGTHEN ACCESS to programs and supports for infants, children, youth and their families BUILD INCLUSION by creating spaces and opportunities where every child belongs REDUCE BARRIERS for families who need help now Support changes everything—because when we invest in children early, we invest in a stronger community for everyone. 6,650+ local infants, children and youth, and their families, on a journey to explore their potential with Lansdowne Children's Centre 350+ local service providers working with families of children facing physical, communication, and/or developmental challenges 196+ local kids experiencing inclusive camps and recreation programs with the support they need to feel safe, capable and accepted DRESS UP. TEAM UP. SHOW UP. HEROES WALK AND ROLL REGISTER & FUNDRAISE MAKE A DONATION EVENT SPONSORS VOLUNTEER Meet Mason, 12-year-old 2026 Lansdowne Youth Ambassador Aug 31 Heart of a Hero: A Mother's Letter to You about her son's Lansdowne journey Aug 28 Strong enough to challenge John Cena, Lansdowne Walk and Roll ambassador Aug 28 Suit Up! Lansdowne Heroes Walk and Roll Limited Edition T-Shirts (Swag!) Aug 11 1 2 3 4 5

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