George Jeffrey Children's Centre

George Jeffrey Children's Centre George Jeffrey Children’s Centre (GJCC) is a paediatric health facility in Thunder Bay, Ontario.

George Jeffrey Children’s Centre (GJCC) is a paediatric health facility in Thunder Bay, Ontario providing occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech-language pathology, social work, recreation, and behaviour support services to children and youth with physical, communication and developmental needs. Our staff is committed to providing high quality and compassionate services that honour the unique experiences of each and every individual we serve.

What started with a small group of passionate advocates has grown into a regional Centre serving thousands of children a...
03/11/2026

What started with a small group of passionate advocates has grown into a regional Centre serving thousands of children and families each year.

As we mark 65 years, we honour the vision that began it all and the continued dedication that keeps it moving forward.

Possibility didn’t happen overnight. It was built, step by step.

Learn more about our March Break programs offered at GJCC!Call Stacey at 807-625-6805 for more info, or register at the ...
03/09/2026

Learn more about our March Break programs offered at GJCC!
Call Stacey at 807-625-6805 for more info, or register at the links below to reserve your spot!

This week we celebrated our dedicated Social Workers at GJCC! Social Work can be defined by the interconnected strengths...
03/06/2026

This week we celebrated our dedicated Social Workers at GJCC!
Social Work can be defined by the interconnected strengths of empathy, expertise, and partnership in action.
Thank you to our Social Work team for your commitment to supporting children and families 🧡

For 65 years, George Jeffrey Children’s Centre has been shaped by the strength of community.From the earliest days of vo...
03/04/2026

For 65 years, George Jeffrey Children’s Centre has been shaped by the strength of community.

From the earliest days of volunteer-led care to the specialized services offered today, this Centre has always been built on people who believe children deserve every opportunity to thrive.

Celebrating 65 years means celebrating everyone who has been part of the journey. 🧡 Thank you.

Youth -> this month we will have some special guests coming and teaching us a fun game of disking. It can be described ...
03/03/2026

Youth -> this month we will have some special guests coming and teaching us a fun game of disking. It can be described as a cross between shuffleboard and curling played in the gym. It is super fun! This will provide us with a natural setting to work on turn taking, winning and losing, and working as a team. We will finish our time together with pizza.🍕

Caregivers -> while your youth is attending the Youth PACK, our Family Engagement team is going to have an adult socialization time for you. We have named our parent and caregiver group Care and Share.
Light refreshments and snacks will be offered. Lorrie and Shirin (Family Engagement Coordinators) will be there to help facilitate conversations. There will be a presentation from Rowan Tree Collective. We will be learning together what type of programs they offer for youth 😊
We will not be able to offer Child minding but will provide activities for siblings to participate in. If you do not want to participate that is ok, your child is still welcome to come to the Youth PACK.

Please call reception @ 807-623-4381 to register!

February was Recreational Therapy Month!Here at GJCC, we are so thankful to be able to offer recreational programming fo...
03/02/2026

February was Recreational Therapy Month!

Here at GJCC, we are so thankful to be able to offer recreational programming for our clients. February was filled with exciting recreational opportunities – from sledge-hockey athletes taking centre stage at Fort William Gardens, to clients making social connections through various group programming. Whether it’s building strength through adaptive sports, boosting confidence with creative expression, or sparking joy through shared laughter, recreational therapy proves that fun isn’t just fun — it’s therapeutic!

Let’s continue to play, connect, and celebrate life through recreation! March Break programming is now available for registration.

This camp will strengthen play, social, and regulation skills required for participation in group activities, sports, an...
02/27/2026

This camp will strengthen play, social, and regulation skills required for participation in group activities, sports, and classroom/community play.
Core target areas include: turn-taking, waiting, sharing, rule following, cooperative play, sportsmanship, responding to stop cues, safe movement and respecting personal space.
Participants should:
tolerate a small group, demonstrate emerging play skills, have emerging communication (verbal or AAC), and not require constant 1:1 for severe aggression or elopement (unless additional support is arranged).

This camp will build functional independence by teaching critical life skills, with a strong focus on safety and indepen...
02/27/2026

This camp will build functional independence by teaching critical life skills, with a strong focus on safety and independence.
Core Target Area includes: laundry, food skills, handwashing, household routines, making the bed, and safety skills.
Participants should:
tolerate a small group with structured support, have emerging communication (verbal or AAC), be safe with supervision ratios provided, and not require constant 1:1 for severe aggression or elopement (unless additional support is arranged).

Today our team is proud to recognize Pink Shirt Day 🩷We are committed to fostering an environment built on respect, incl...
02/25/2026

Today our team is proud to recognize Pink Shirt Day 🩷
We are committed to fostering an environment built on respect, inclusion, and kindness. Let's continue to stand together against bullying and support one another - not just today, but every day.

65 years represents thousands of children supported, families empowered, and lives impacted, all made possible through c...
02/25/2026

65 years represents thousands of children supported, families empowered, and lives impacted, all made possible through collaboration, compassion, and community care.

From humble, grassroots beginnings to the specialized, family-centred services offered today, George Jeffrey Children’s Centre has continued to evolve while staying true to its mission: enriching lives through client-centred care.

This year is a time to reflect on how far we’ve come and to look forward with purpose and hope.

Behind that number are real children, real families, and real moments of progress. That’s the power of community, care, ...
02/18/2026

Behind that number are real children, real families, and real moments of progress. That’s the power of community, care, and 65 Years of Possibility. 💙

02/12/2026

Everyone should be able to experience a camping adventure! ⛺

For the fifth year in a row, George Jeffrey Children’s Foundation is proud to sponsor a FREE Wilderness Discovery Centre camping experience for Centre clients.

Each selected client will receive:
• A free 5-person cabin (From August 25 to 30, 2026)
• Access to all amenities, including bonfires, fishing, swimming, pontoon boat rides and more
• Gift cards to help with groceries and gas

Applications are due Friday, April 3, at 4:00 pm.
Details and application info: https://www.georgejeffreyfoundation.com/apply-today-wilderness-discovery-camp-experience-is-back-for-2026

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200 Brock Street E
Thunder Bay, ON
P7E0A2

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30am
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:40pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30am
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30am
Friday 8:30am - 4:30am

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