Every Child Matters: Remembering, Reflecting and Recommitting
September 30 marks, The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day. This day honours the children who never returned home and the Survivors of residential…
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September: Dates of Significance
In September, we acknowledge International Pain Awareness Month, Chiari Malformation Awareness Month, Charcot Marie Tooth Disease Awareness Month, Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Duchenne Awareness Month, World Duchenne Day, World Physiotherapy…
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9 tips for Transitioning Your Child from a Summer to School Schedule
With summer coming to a close and school on the horizon, it’s time to start thinking about adjusting your child’s schedule in order to make the transition from a relaxed summer…
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The Importance Of Advocating For Yourself: Charcot-Marie-Tooth Awareness Month
At just 21 years old, Ella Wiley is already making a profound impact on the world around her. A fourth-year pre-med student at York University, majoring in Health Studies with…
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When Diagnosis Brings Clarity, Connection and Care
Before Delilah was born, her mom, Mallory, knew something wasn’t quite right about herself, but she could not explain it. There were subtle signs beginning in her teenage years that…
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A Scratch Felt Like a Fracture: International Pain Awareness Month
9-year-old Suraj wakes up and quietly listens to his body. Some days, his legs and arms feel strong. Other days, they don’t move at all. To the outside world, it…
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What’s all this talk about Interoception?
Written by Grandview Kids Occupational Therapist, Samantha M. In the last few years, there has been a lot of “buzz” around this term interoception, the role it plays with regulation…
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Volunteer Spotlight – Parisa F.
Meet Grandview Kids Volunteer, Parisa F.! How long have you been volunteering at Grandview Kids? I’ve been volunteering at Grandview Kids since July 2025, and it has already been such…
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Celebrating International Assistance Dog Week
International Assistance Dog Week, observed from August 3 to 9, recognizes the dedication of assistance dogs and their trainers, and the critical role these animals play in helping individuals lead…
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Acknowledging holidays and celebrations in July and August
In July and August, we acknowledge Canada Day, Guru Purnima, Obon Festival, Civic Holiday, Krishna Janmashtami, Paryushana and Ganesh Chaturthi. Read more about each holiday/celebration below, written by members of…
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