--- title: Articles | GameTime Canada | Early Childhood description: Early Childhood | Stay up-to-date on the latest happenings with GameTime. --- # Articles ## early childhood ### Explore The Stadium Obstacle Course for Kids February 6, 2025 [ Schools](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/schools) [ Parks & Rec](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/parks-rec) [ Daycares](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/daycares) [ Churches](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/churches) [ Early Childhood](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/early-childhood) Since its introduction in 2015, no other piece of playground equipment has transformed parks and playgrounds like Expression Swing®. Invented by Tom... [Read More](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/2021/12/product-spotlight-expression-swing-0) ### Product Spotlight: Expression Swing December 16, 2021 [ Schools](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/schools) [ Parks & Rec](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/parks-rec) [ Daycares](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/daycares) [ Churches](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/churches) [ Early Childhood](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/early-childhood) Since its introduction in 2015, no other piece of playground equipment has transformed parks and playgrounds like Expression Swing®. Invented by Tom... [Read More](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/2021/12/product-spotlight-expression-swing) ### Four Steps to Finding Funds for Your Playground Project August 18, 2021 [ Schools](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/schools) [ Parks & Rec](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/parks-rec) [ Helping Communities](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/helping-communities) [ Churches](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/churches) [ Early Childhood](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/early-childhood) If you're planning a new play and recreation project, one of the questions you might be asking is, "how can I raise money to build a playground?" Funding... [Read More](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/2021/8/how-to-find-funding-for-your-playground-project) ### GameTime Expands Preschool and Early Childhood Play Products February 20, 2021 [ Schools](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/schools) [ Daycares](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/daycares) [ Churches](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/churches) [ Early Childhood](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/early-childhood) Canadian researchers have compiled an abundance of research around play and its positive impact on early childhood learning and development. Studies show... [Read More](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/2021/2/gametime-expands-preschool-and-early-childhood-play-products) ### Tips for Outdoor Play During Winter November 28, 2020 [ Parks & Rec](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/parks-rec) [ Helping Communities](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/helping-communities) [ Early Childhood](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/early-childhood) Winter is coming and parents are wondering how they can get their children entertained without outdoor playtime, especially in a year where many families... [Read More](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/2020/11/tips-for-outdoor-play-during-winter) ### Product Highlight: Expression Swing October 6, 2020 [ Inclusion](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/inclusion) [ Schools](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/schools) [ Parks & Rec](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/parks-rec) [ Daycares](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/daycares) [ Churches](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/churches) [ Early Childhood](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/early-childhood) GameTime Expression Swings are one of our favourite ways to play at the park. They are also one of the most popular pieces of playground equipment across... [Read More](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/2020/10/product-highlight-expression-swing) ### Upgrading Playgrounds in Canada September 24, 2020 [ Inclusion](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/inclusion) [ Schools](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/schools) [ Parks & Rec](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/parks-rec) [ Daycares](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/daycares) [ Churches](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/churches) [ Early Childhood](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/early-childhood) GameTime's play and recreation experts in Canada work with communities to create dynamic, fun, and inclusive play environments for everyone. Sometimes a... [Read More](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/2020/9/upgrading-playgrounds-in-canada) ### Meet Park N Play Design September 16, 2020 [ Schools](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/schools) [ Parks & Rec](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/parks-rec) [ Helping Communities](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/helping-communities) [ Early Childhood](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/early-childhood) [ Landscape Architects](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/landscape-architects) With more than 800 GameTime playgrounds designed and installed, Park N Play Design knows how to create playful spaces in Canada. Play offers dynamic,... [Read More](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/2020/9/meet-park-n-play-design) ### Playground Grant Resources for Parks and Schools in Canada September 9, 2020 [ Schools](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/schools) [ Parks & Rec](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/parks-rec) [ Outdoor Fitness](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/outdoor-fitness) [ Daycares](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/daycares) [ Early Childhood](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/early-childhood) GameTime is helping communities throughout Canada find playground funding resources and playground grants for all types of outdoor recreation projects.... [Read More](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/2020/9/playground-grant-resources-for-parks-and-schools-in-canada) ### How Play Helps Promote Social Equality September 2, 2020 [ Schools](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/schools) [ Parks & Rec](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/parks-rec) [ Helping Communities](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/helping-communities) [ Early Childhood](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/early-childhood) There is a powerful connection between play and social equality. When children play together, they develop important social skills they will use for the... [Read More](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/2020/9/how-play-helps-promote-social-equality) ### Fall Savings with GameTime and Kinetic GPO August 28, 2020 [ Schools](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/schools) [ Parks & Rec](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/parks-rec) [ Daycares](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/daycares) [ Churches](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/churches) [ Early Childhood](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/early-childhood) GameTime is excited to announce a fall promotion for all public sector entities across Canada. Not only will a Kinetic GPO contract help you save money... [Read More](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/2020/8/fall-savings-with-gametime-and-kinetic-gpo) ### What is the Best Outdoor Hand Sanitizer Dispenser? August 23, 2020 [ Schools](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/schools) [ Parks & Rec](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/parks-rec) [ Outdoor Fitness](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/outdoor-fitness) [ Helping Communities](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/helping-communities) [ Early Childhood](http://staging-gametime.hs-sites.com/articles/tag/early-childhood) The Right Hand Sanitizer for Outdoor Use Many people ask us, "what is the best hand sanitizer dispenser?" Small, squeeze-type dispensers are handy to keep... 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