St Michael's Hospital

Smilezone Foundation is proud to announce the grand opening of eleven newly designed Smilezone spaces at St. Michael’s Hospital’s outpatient Paediatric Clinic in downtown Toronto.

Generously funded by The Slaight Family Foundation, the new Smilezones are in key waiting areas and treatment rooms. The spaces feature bright murals, interactive elements, calming colours, and fun designs that aim to make the hospital experience more positive for children and their families.

“We are excited to join the Smilezone family,” said Marisa Cicero, Senior Clinical Program Director of Women and Children’s Health at Unity Health Toronto, the healthcare network that includes St. Michael’s Hospital. “Thanks to the generosity of the Slaight Family Foundation and Smilezone, our waiting room and exam rooms have been transformed into bright and fun spaces that bring delight to the children, youth and families we serve. We’re grateful that our young patients have an extra reason to smile when they come to St. Michael’s for care.” 



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Brandon Clinic - Brandon, MB

The Brandon Clinic is proud to unveil two newly designed Smilezone spaces in the main floor Pediatric Station, part of its continued commitment to creating a welcoming, patient-centered healthcare environment for families.

Located in the main lobby and hallway, the new Smilezones feature vibrant murals, calming colours, upgraded seating, and interactive technology all designed to enhance comfort and provide a more engaging experience for patients and their loved ones.

This transformative project was made possible through the generous support of local Tim Hortons owners the Pardy and Crisanti families, alongside funds raised during the annual Smile Cookie Campaign. 

“We saw an immediate shift in people’s demeanour from the moment the project was completed. Healthcare is a challenging industry at the best of times but the last several years has really taken a toll on everyone. The Smilezone project shows that people care and we can’t thank the Pardy and Cristanti families enough for everything they did to make this happen.” Darcy Bell, CEO

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Shining Through - Mississauga, ON

Smilezone is thrilled to unveil three newly transformed spaces at Shining Through Centre in Mississauga autism therapy centre, designed to provide a soothing and engaging environment for children on the autism spectrum.

Thanks to the generosity of The Harold Ballard Foundation, founding donor partner BMO Financial Group, and supporters of the 2024 Smilezone Celebrity Golf Tournament, these new sensory-friendly spaces are purpose-built to reduce stress and enhance comfort for learners and their families.

“Partnering with Shining Through Centre allows us to support children with autism and their families in a meaningful and lasting way. This project would not have been possible without the incredible generosity of our long-time partners at The Harold Ballard Foundation, BMO Financial Group, and the supporters who contributed during our 2024 Smilezone Celebrity Golf Tournament. Their continued commitment to making a difference has helped bring comfort and joy to children and families at Shining Through Centre.”

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Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Smilezone Foundation is proud to celebrate a heartwarming milestone: the grand opening of four vibrant, child-friendly Smilezone spaces at Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) in Charlottetown, marking the very first Smilezones on Prince Edward Island.

Located in pediatric ambulatory care, same day surgery, and post anesthesia care, the new Smilezones feature bright murals, sensory play elements, and engaging interactive components tailored to the needs of the hospital’s youngest patients.

Generously supported by the Smilezone Board of Directors.

“We are incredibly proud to welcome Smilezone to the Island,” said Mel Fraser, CEO of Health PEI. “These beautifully designed spaces are more than just rooms—they are places of comfort for patients and their families. Our teams continue to build on these kinds of partnerships to promote a compassionate and supportive healthcare environment.”

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High River Hospital

High River General Hospital is proud to announce the unveiling of four newly transformed Smilezone spaces at the hospital. Located in the Laboratory, Emergency Department, Day Surgery and Maternity Clinic waiting room areas, these spaces are designed to ease the stress of medical visits for children and their families.

Generously supported by the Heersink Family Foundation, this project marks another milestone in Smilezone Foundation’s mission to create cheerful, therapeutic spaces in healthcare facilities across Canada.

Each of the four areas has been thoughtfully transformed with vibrant murals, interactive play features, sensory elements, and comfortable seating. Research shows that environments designed with colour, imagery, and interactive engagement can significantly reduce fear, improve mood, and even support faster recovery for children in medical care.

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