Share this Story : 'Where hope becomes reality': Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre opens its doors Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News 'Where hope becomes reality': Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre opens its doors The modern building with soaring ceilings and plentiful light has 30 beds for youth seeking treatment: 15 for women and 15 for men. Get the latest from Elizabeth Payne straight to your inbox Sign Up Author of the article: Elizabeth Payne Published May 23, 2024 • Last updated 26 minutes ago • 3 minute read Join the conversation You can save this article by registering for free here . Or sign-in if you have an account.
Former Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre client Alexandra Rodrigues, middle, attends the opening of the new facility in Carp with Smith's widow, Darlene Smith (left) and his daughter, Sharron Smith (right). Photo by JULIE OLIVER / POSTMEDIA Article content Nearly four years after the death of Ottawa philanthropist Dave Smith, the new youth treatment centre that was his long-time vision has opened its doors. The long-awaited opening of the $21-million Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre in rural Carp was celebrated Thursday by those who worked on it and in it, along with some who have benefitted from it.
Article content “Dave Smith is not with us today, but you can feel his presence in many ways,” said Derek Johnston, vice-chair of the organization’s board of directors. Advertisement 2 Story .
