“Grandview Kids became my life raft” – International Day for People with Disabilities
Dana and her husband, Peter, describe their family of four as one tied together by steadfast care and support. 14-year-old Leo’s big brother, who is 11 years his senior and a stepson to Dana, does not live with them full-time, but is a…
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December: Dates of Significance
In December, we acknowledge the International Day for People with Disabilities, the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, Bodhi Day, Human Rights Day, Hanukkah, Shab-e-Yalda, Christmas…
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From the search for support to finding a village: Celebrating Giving Tuesday
Every year, Giving Tuesday reminds us of the power of community when individuals rally together to change lives through compassion and generosity. For families like Amber’s, whose journey with her son Kaysan began…
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Scarlett sparkles with hope in every step: Grandview Kids 2025 Holiday Campaign
Krystle and Chris want their daughter, Scarlett, to have the chance to enjoy a happy, fulfilling childhood filled with laughter, play and a chance to explore the world around her, just like any other child. In many ways, three-year-old Scarlett…
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Volunteer Spotlight – Heather A.
Meet Grandview Kids Volunteer, Heather A.! How long have you been volunteering at Grandview Kids? I have been at Grandview for about 1.5 years. I have assisted as a Meet & Greet volunteer and…
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November: Dates of Significance
In November, we acknowledge Indigenous Disability Awareness Month, Prematurity Awareness Month, Hindu Heritage Month, National Pain Awareness Week, International Inuit Day, World Adoption Day, Remembrance Day, World Kindness Day, World…
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Celebrating the Extensive Needs Services’ second anniversary
Two years ago, the launch of the Extensive Needs Service (ENS) marked the beginning of something transformative for families of children and youth with complex needs in Ontario. For Grandview…
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“That’s what freedom looks like for a child” – National Child Day 2025
Beth and Andrew’s parenting journey is marked by love, learning and advocacy. Married for 26 years, they are the proud parents of three children, Aaron (12), Arielle (9) and Alayna…
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From the NICU to the Hockey Rink: Zander & Elliott’s Story
Celebrating World Prematurity Day! Nine-year-old twins Zander and Elliott are rarely still. Whether on the ice playing double-A hockey, outpacing their peers in cross country or diving into board games…
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Volunteer Spotlight – Katrina B.
Meet Grandview Kids Volunteer, Katrina B.! How long have you been volunteering at Grandview Kids? I have been volunteering at Grandview since September 2025, so I’m fairly new! What would…
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