• Notice: Wed., July 15, 2026 Play in the Park visits to both Alton Park (31 Station St, Alton) and Lina Marino Park (105 Valleywood Boulevard) have been cancelled . All other sites are open, air-conditioned and drop in programs will run as scheduled.
  • BrightStart Caledon Family Centre is hiring! We are seeking a full-time Development Officer. Click here to learn more.

Strong families build a strong Caledon, and it all begins at BrightStart Caledon Family Centre.

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Aug
22

Play, Learn and Grow in the Park

10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Caledon East Park
Caledon East Park
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We put our mission into action through a continuum of FREE quality, results-based programs and services that strengthen families and assist them in the critical role of raising young children throughout the most influential years of life.

Our Impact

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Your Support Matters

At BrightStart Caledon, we deeply appreciate the funding we receive from various levels of government. However, individual and community contributions are essential to ensuring our FREE high quality programs and services are available to all Caledon children and families.

These dollars fund programs and services that help Caledon families, caregivers and children with:

  • Pre- and Postnatal Support
  • Child Development Programs
  • Early Learning and School Readiness
  • Parent and Caregiver Co-Learning and Connection
  • Physical Literacy, Nutrition and Wellness Promotion
  • Information, Resources and Referral Services
  • Family Support Programs and Services

Without your support we wouldn’t be able to do the important work we do. It truly takes a village to raise a family!

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What Families Say

It’s good to have a place to connect with other moms.
- BrightStart Caledon Mom
BrightStart Caledon has been a staple in our lives since we had our first daughter-and now we have two! This change of scenery is beneficial on so many levels: New toys, a chance to allow our children to meet others, engage in song and stories, and a chance to connect with other parents.
- BrightStart Caledon Parent
The Centre has helped us navigate life experiences we never expected and couldn't be prepared for.
- A “Let’s Get Together” Parent
BrightStart Caledon always offers us a moment to rest and seek out information and support. We attended frequently, and we appreciate the unstructured time for our girls to roam and explore and we enjoy the songs and stories too!
- BrightStart Caledon Mom
Over the past 8 years, my 3 girls have had the privilege of attending the Centre for educational programs and drop-in play. In 2012, I became a volunteer to give back to this instrumental organization.
- BrightStart Caledon Parent, Volunteer Board Member
For us, group (LGT) is a priority for the family; we make every effort to get there every week. It takes a group of special needs parents to make it feel that the rest of the world is normal for you.
- A “Let’s Get Together” Dad

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Strengthening Families For A Brighter Tomorrow

BrightStart Caledon is a non-profit community service organization that provides FREE, quality, results-based early years programs and family supports for children, parents and caregivers in Caledon and the surrounding areas.

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