Kids Can Fly is excited to announce that the fall session of Beacon is underway! This FREE, play-based program for dads and their babies runs until Saturday, November 22nd, offering a welcoming space for fathers to connect, share experiences, and navigate the...

For 20 years, Kids Can Fly has hosted an annual celebration event to showcase the accomplishments of early childhood educators in Brantford and Brant County. The ECE Awards Celebration includes a prestigious awards ceremony, with awards showcasing rising stars,...

After more than 20 years of dedication, Jane Flinders, “Miss Jane”, has officially retired from her role at Kids Can Fly. While she continues to share her gifts and passion for early childhood education in new ways, we are honoured to celebrate the profound impact she...

What is Launch Pad? The Launch Pad is a free drop-in program for children aged 0-5 and their parents or caregivers. Featuring outdoor play, sensory activities, and music time, this program encourages hands-on learning experiences for both children and their...

By Meghan Rickwood "Our family’s experience with Kids Can Fly began in the prenatal course. This course was helpful for both my husband and I in so many ways. The way the instructors covered not just the physical and logistical parts of giving birth, but also...

Storybook Breakfast is a magical annual event where children and their families can meet beloved storybook characters in person. Each child receives an autograph book to have signed by the characters, and they can also take photos, give hugs, or share high fives with...

Since 2001, Kids Can Fly has been dedicated to supporting the wellness of children in Brantford and Brant County. On Thursday, November 7th, with the support of the City of Brantford, we hosted our Annual ECE Awards Celebration to honor the outstanding Early Childhood...

Kids Can Fly is thrilled to share that Canada Post Community Foundation has awarded Kids Can Fly with $10,000 in funding for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Brantford and Brant County. “This funding is so helpful! With thousands of children enrolled in the...

Crystal Johnson's life took a joyful turn when she discovered she was expecting her first child. “I was happy but also nervous. I didn’t know what to expect,” she recalls, perfectly capturing the whirlwind of emotions that often accompanies pregnancy. For Crystal, the...

On Labour Day each year, children find the parking lot of Dairee Delite (10 King George Rd, Brantford) filled with superheroes! Who are these superheroes? Our local first responders, of course! Children meet and mingle with first responders in uniform at this...

Kids Can Fly is delighted to have received funding for a Capacity Building Project through the Community Services Recovery Fund program in 2023. “This funding has provided us with the opportunity to make significant investments in Kids Can Fly’s sustainability and...

The Kids Can Fly Parachute Program is specifically designed to assist new mothers during the demanding first year of parenthood. “For some moms, this is the first time they have been confident enough to leave their baby,” says Jane Flinders, Parachute Program...

The Kids Can Fly team was delighted to highlight the impressive volunteerism of families in the Roots of Empathy program at an event called the “Baby Celebration.” The adorable event took place on Wednesday May 29th at the Kids Can Fly Launch Pad program location in...

When Donn Zver first offered to help raise funds for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Brantford and Brant County, the Kids Can Fly team was delighted but had no idea how it would turn out. How does pottery and early literacy mix? Well, we found out that small...

We are so excited to share our 17th annual Storybook Breakfast celebration! On Feb 3, 2024, we were thrilled to welcome 500 guests to TownePlace Suites for a morning of magic and wonder. Children were delighted with seeing their favourite storybook characters come to...

Storybook Breakfast is a magical event that takes place every year. At Storybook Breakfast, children and their families will have the opportunity to meet storybook characters in real life. Each child is given an autograph book to get signed by all of the storybook...