Your Support Matters

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

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Every dollar you give makes a difference. Without your support we wouldn’t be able to do the important work we do. It truly takes a village to raise a family!

Impact on Families

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Strengthening Families For A Brighter Tomorrow

Your donation ensures we can continue offering these programs and services for free to reach every family in need. 100% of your donation supports these vital programs and services. Thank you for making a lasting impact on the lives of Caledon children and families. Your generosity helps build a stronger, healthier community.

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A young boy sits at a wooden table in the BrightStart center's kitchen play area, engaged in imaginative play. He is surrounded by play food items, including a bottle of ketchup and jars, while a doll is seated in a high chair nearby. The room is bright and inviting, with educational materials and a small kitchen set in the background, creating a lively atmosphere for learning and creativity.

Your Donations in Action

Pre- and Postnatal Support

Helping new and expecting parents navigate the challenges of parenthood.

Child Development Programs

Providing enriching activities that nurture children’s growth, focusing on their physical, emotional, and cognitive development.

Early Learning and School Readiness

Activities are designed to engage children in learning through play, helping them develop social, cognitive, and motor skills.

Parent and Caregiver Co-Learning and Connection

Empowering parents with skills and resources to foster strong, healthy families.

Physical Literacy, Nutrition and Wellness Promotion

Encouraging healthy lifestyles for children and their families.

Information, Resources and Referral Services

Connecting families with essential information and services to help them navigate parenting and child development with confidence.

Family Support Programs and Services

Offering guidance and assistance to families through every stage, promoting stability and resilience.

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What Families Say

We feel comfort and secure here. We receive help and are part of a non-judgemental, supportive community.
- A “Growing Together In Peel” (CAP-C) Parent
It’s good to have a place to connect with other moms.
- BrightStart Caledon Mom
The Centre places great emphasis on being part of the community. This is a lifelong skill which will help us all flourish.
- BrightStart Caledon Mom
The commitment of BrightStart Caledon to the family, not just the child’s development, shows a deeper sense of community. Programs offered encourage positive transitions to the school system, social independence and community integration, which assist parents to ensure that their child receives the best possible foundation for success.
- BrightStart Caledon Rural Parent
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
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
It's nice to know your children are safe and having fun while you are sharing your thoughts and feelings with qualified staff and a group of people who know how you feel.
- BrightStart Caledon Parent
Thank you for helping our community raise our children towards a brighter and more educated future!
- BrightStart Caledon Dad
BrightStart Caledon is very welcoming. I love seeing everyone – from staff to students to volunteers – interact with the families, caregivers and children who attend the Centre.
- BrightStart Caledon Grandparent
All thanks to the collective effort of BrightStart Caledon team that they built a huge community of trust here in Caledon.
- BrightStart Caledon Parent

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