A transformative new chapter in child development and family-centered care is unfolding in Brantford, Ontario, as Lansdowne Children’s Centre unveils the proposed location for construction of a new purpose-built children’s treatment centre to serve the growing and diverse needs of the region’s child and youth community.
This state-of-the-art facility will stand as a beacon of hope, inclusion, and possibility for infants, children and youth with communication, physical, and developmental challenges; and the families who support them.
“The new Lansdowne Children’s Centre will be the first purpose-built facility in the organization’s history, with increased space and enhanced infrastructure, and more children able to access the care they need, when they need it,” said Will Bouma, MPP for Brantford-Brant.
The new Lansdowne Children’s Centre will be constructed on a site adjacent to the current location at 39 Mount Pleasant Street, ensuring continued accessibility for families, being on a major corridor and public transit routes. This strategic location at Welsh St. and Colborne St. West allows for a seamless transition for clients and staff, while expanding the Centre’s capacity to meet growing community needs.
“Needs don’t disappear at hospital discharge. This new facility will ensure that children and families receive the support they need, when they need it, in a space designed to foster connection, discovery, and joy,” added Rita-Marie Hadley, Executive Director of Lansdowne Children’s Centre.
With a building site secured, Lansdowne is also holding an informal open house at its 39 Mt. Pleasant St. site on Thursday August 14 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Interested members of the public are invited to provide feedback on the proposed development before submission of a Zoning Bylaw Amendment application for use of the vacant former industrial site.
Lansdowne continues to work closely with government partners and experts to move into the next phase of planning, design and construction.
“This project is a testament to the trust and collaboration we’ve built with our government and community partners. Together, we are creating an inclusive space where more children can unlock new skills, and new smiles, as they realize their full potential, said Ashley Veldkamp, Chair of Lansdowne Children’s Centre Board of Directors.
