At ErinoakKids Centre for Treatment and Development, our mission is simple: to help children and youth with physical, developmental, and communication disabilities reach their full potential. As Ontario’s largest Children’s Treatment Centre, we serve over 30,000 children and their families each year across Brampton, Mississauga, Halton, and surrounding communities.
At ErinoakKids, we don’t just believe in the strength of community, it’s what fuels us. Our meaningful relationship with the Brampton Board of Trade highlights what is possible when local leaders and organizations all support the same vision: building an inclusive, thriving community where every child and family is supported.
While government funding supports core clinical services, donor generosity bridges the gap for essential programs that directly impact a child’s independence, confidence, and quality of life. Through the support of our community and local business leaders, ErinoakKids offers priority programs that transform daily life for our clients and their families:
- Family Support Fund: Assisting families facing financial hardship with the costs of critical specialized equipment, adaptive devices, and medication not fully covered by government programs.
- iCan Bike: A life-changing annual summer program that uses specialized adaptive equipment to teach children with disabilities how to ride a conventional two-wheeled bicycle, fostering independence and building self-esteem.
- Respite Services: Providing safe, specialized care at our Brampton site for children and youth with complex medical needs. Respite gives families a necessary break while our expert, caring staff provide a safe and engaging program in a comfortable location.
- Youth Programming: Whether it’s through our Independent Living program, or employing past ErinoakKids youth in our new on-site cafes, ErinoakKids is proud to offer youth programming that teaches the next generation of youth independence, personal advocacy, and what it’s like to gain real life work experience.
Strong communities build strong futures. By partnering with ErinoakKids, local businesses help ensure every child receives the tools, care, and opportunity to thrive!
Get Involved
Want to have an impact on these programs before the year ends? Our Marketplace on Main Street event is happening on Thursday November 19, 2026 at our Oakville site from 6:30 – 9 pm. To learn more about how you can get involved, email fdsilvacoelho@erinoakkids.ca!
To learn more about our work or support these vital programs, visit erinoakkids.ca/donate