KidsAbility Centre for Child Development

KidsAbility Centre for Child Development To foster possibility for the children, youth, and families we serve, creating a future filled with hope and opportunity.

Therapy Tip of the Week: Micro‑Rest Moments Short pauses are more powerful than they look. A 60–90 second break gives th...
06/04/2026

Therapy Tip of the Week: Micro‑Rest Moments

Short pauses are more powerful than they look. A 60–90 second break gives the brain time to reset, especially during activities that require focus, coordination, or patience.

Try adding tiny “reset moments” between tasks at home or school - a stretch, a deep breath, or even looking away from the activity for a few seconds. These quick rests can help children return feeling calmer, more regulated, and ready to participate.

[Image description: On the left side, a circular photo shows a female child indoors holding a large exercise ball while positioned close to the floor. The KidsAbility logo appears at the bottom. Red rounded shapes decorate the corners.]

Hello, June! Upcoming community events and fundraisers in support of KidsAbility: --- Rotary Waterloo ⛳ June 4 - Rota...
06/02/2026

Hello, June!

Upcoming community events and fundraisers in support of KidsAbility:

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Rotary Waterloo

⛳ June 4 - Rotary Waterloo’s Golf 'Fore' KidsAbility Classic
📍 Rebel Creek Golf Course

Register your team today!

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Dairy Queen

🍦 June 19 & 20 - Blizz for Kids @ DQ King North is back!
📍628 King St N, Waterloo On, Unit A1 (dqkingnorth)

Grab your Blizzard of any size and $2 will be donated to KidsAbility. Come out, cool down and support a great cause!

Dairy Queen Chill & Grill
628 King St N, Waterloo
N2V 0C7

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Chips and Giggles Golf

⛳ July 15 - Chips & Giggles Golf Tournament
📍 Badlands Golf, 41 Ira Needles Blvd
chipsandgigglesgolf.com

A just-for-laughs round just for kids! Register your team today!

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Turn everyday shopping into meaningful impact. Through partnerships with local businesses, each purchase helps support KidsAbility - empowering kids to thrive and creating stronger communities together.

Shop our featured partners of KidsAbility's Shop & Support, such as:

Grainharvest Breadhouse Inc.
Mabel's Labels Fundraising


Learn more: https://www.kidsability.ca/get-involved-give/ways-to-give/shop-and-support/

It’s back! 🍦 Blizz for Kids returns to Dairy Queen on King St North in Waterloo on Friday, June 19 & Saturday, June 20, ...
06/01/2026

It’s back! 🍦

Blizz for Kids returns to Dairy Queen on King St North in Waterloo on Friday, June 19 & Saturday, June 20, and we’re looking for amazing volunteers to help make it a success!

Spend the day spreading smiles, supporting families, and being part of a fun community event. $2 from every Blizzard sold will support KidsAbility!

Location:
Dairy Queen Chill & Grill
628 King St N, Waterloo

Come out, cool down, and give it back.

Sign up for your preferred shift and location: https://www.kidsability.ca/about-us/volunteer-opportunities/ -opportunity-dq-blizz-for-kids / through our Link in Bio, under "Volunteer with KidsAbility". through our Link in Bio, under "Volunteer with KidsAbility".

[Image description: A branded promotional graphic invites volunteers to participate in the “DQ Blizz for Kids” fundraiser supporting KidsAbility. The design features event details alongside an image of a Blizzard treat]

🌈 Happy Pride Month from KidsAbility! At KidsAbility, we embrace love, diversity, and inclusion every day. This June, w...
06/01/2026

🌈 Happy Pride Month from KidsAbility!

At KidsAbility, we embrace love, diversity, and inclusion every day. This June, we celebrate the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, acknowledging the unique strengths and stories that make each of us who we are.

[Image description: A close-up photo of two people holding a heart-shaped paper cut-out with rainbow stripes. Several people are visible in the softly blurred background. Text reading “Pride Month, June” appears in the lower left. The KidsAbility logo is placed near the top left.]

To kick off National AccessAbility Week (May 31 – June 6), we want to celebrate progress, advocate for change, and ampli...
05/31/2026

To kick off National AccessAbility Week (May 31 – June 6), we want to celebrate progress, advocate for change, and amplify voices for a more accessible and inclusive community.

We are spotlighting one of our favourite resources - accessible playgrounds!

We believe every child deserves the opportunity to play and explore in an inclusive environment. That is why we are excited to share accessible playgrounds right in our local community.

There are several local playgrounds offering fun and accessible play for children of all abilities:

KidsAbility's Accessible Playground at 500 Hallmark Drive, Waterloo
Churchill Park, Cambridge
Eby Farm Playground, Waterloo Park
Country Hills Playground, Kitchener
Kate's Place For Everyone Playground at Gibson Park, Elmira

Let us build bridges, break barriers, and ensure equal access for all.

Visit https://accessibleplaygroundsontario.ca/ for other playground options.

[Image: A photo of three children laughing together at a playground. A girl in a red shirt is using a wheelchair, flanked by a boy in a green striped shirt and a boy in a yellow shirt. White bold text reads "National AccessAbility Week, May 31 to June 6." The KidsAbility logo appears in the bottom left corner.]

✨ We are three days away from the "Developing Toileting Readiness" Virtual Workshop! ✨KidsAbility is offering an introdu...
05/31/2026

✨ We are three days away from the "Developing Toileting Readiness" Virtual Workshop! ✨

KidsAbility is offering an introductory workshop that covers the foundational skills children need before beginning the toileting journey. Learn what readiness looks like, how to build a successful toileting routine, and ways to naturally incorporate reinforcement to support progress and confidence.

📅 Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2026
🕤 Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
📍 Location: Virtual

To register for the workshop, please use the Teams link: a8524093-28da-4df1-aed4-399e1b5fb6f9@e8b5d86f-23b0-4067-8922-2922044547cd" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a8524093-28da-4df1-aed4-399e1b5fb6f9@e8b5d86f-23b0-4067-8922-2922044547cd

Co-doing means working on a task side by side with your child - not taking over - and not stepping back entirely. You gu...
05/28/2026

Co-doing means working on a task side by side with your child - not taking over - and not stepping back entirely. You guide, encourage, and participate together. This approach builds independence and confidence while keeping your child supported throughout the process.

[Image: On the left side is a circular photo showing an adult and a child at a table working together. The child is stacking wooden alphabet blocks while the adult sits beside them holding another block. Several loose blocks are on the table. The KidsAbility logo appears at the bottom.]

Thank You, Tim Hortons & Community! 🍪 A heartfelt thank you to our local Tim Hortons owners, staff, and our dedicated vo...
05/28/2026

Thank You, Tim Hortons & Community! 🍪

A heartfelt thank you to our local Tim Hortons owners, staff, and our dedicated volunteers who made this year’s Smile Cookie campaign such an incredible success.

Thanks to the generosity of everyone who supported the initiative by purchasing a $2 Smile Cookie, an amazing $383,502.80 was raised in just one week! Wow!🎉

These funds will go directly toward supporting three local charities, KidsAbility Centre for Child Development, Cambridge Food Bank and Nutrition for Learning helping make a meaningful difference for kids and families across our communities.

We are so grateful for the kindness, community spirit, and teamwork. Every cookie truly made a difference, and the community made it possible!

[Image description: A group of staff members stand together outside a building holding a large “Smile Cookie” donation cheque in support of KidsAbility. The image highlights teamwork and community fundraising, with KidsAbility Foundation branding visible in the corner.]

What an epic night at Slamdemonium! 💥🤼 We’re so thankful to this amazing group for choosing to support KidsAbility for a...
05/26/2026

What an epic night at Slamdemonium! 💥🤼

We’re so thankful to this amazing group for choosing to support KidsAbility for a second year in a row. This high-energy, family-friendly event brought the community together in the best way - and made a real impact for the kids and families we serve.

Thank you to Off The Ropes Studio – special mention to Jeff and Vanessa – all the wrestlers, volunteers and everyone involved in making it possible. We’re so grateful to be part of it! 💙

Special thanks to City of Kitchener and the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium for supporting this incredible event and helping make it what it was – awesome!



[Image description: Two representatives stand behind the booth, highlighting community presence and engagement. Close-up details showcase giveaway items, informational brochures, and fundraising elements tied to the KidsAbility Foundation. A KidsAbility Foundation outreach booth is set up at the venue, featuring branded materials, a prize wheel, and interactive items to engage attendees. A live wrestling match takes place in an indoor arena, capturing a moment of action in the ring with an audience watching in the background.]

KidsAbility is proud to be leading the conversation on early access to pediatric rehabilitation at a national level by a...
05/25/2026

KidsAbility is proud to be leading the conversation on early access to pediatric rehabilitation at a national level by attending the Children’s Healthcare Canada (CHC) Annual Conference.

Through innovative approaches like the Early Engagement Strategy, KidsAbility Rocket Discovery Centre is transforming wait times into meaningful support for families, creating real impact from the very start of care.

Read more about how we’re shaping the future of pediatric rehabilitation: https://ow.ly/Rl8L50Z3fZt

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