A small group of concerned parents lobbied the government for funds and services and were able to start the Centre in a local church basement. From these humble beginnings the Centre has grown into a first-class facility offering a wide range of services. A backbone of staff, parents, the community supportive and volunteers has continued to support the Centre.

     With this support the Centre constructed its own building complete with a hydrotherapy pool, toy and book library, playground, and garage. The building houses offices, 2 preschools, and therapy room for each department. While the facility is first-class, the team is still expanding programs and looking for ways to make current programs more effective.

     The newest development to the facility and programs is called the Snozelen Room. This is a completely new concept to the Centre and is a relatively new idea in BC. The room stimulates the senses and enhances learning. The therapy departments are looking forward to integrating this new concept into their programs.

     With a staff of more than 20, the CDC offers a wide range of high-quality services to children with special needs and their families. These include physiotherapy, speech and language pathology, occupational therapy, an integrated preschool, respite/skills services, infant development program, and family. Professionals work together to offer families easy access to all services.

     All staff are highly qualified and each is devoted to working with children with special needs and their families. They give the highest degree of respect and care, which shows in what they are able to achieve.

     The Centre is a team of professionals, parents, volunteers and a community all working together with a common vision- Together we can make the world a better place.