“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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Henley’s journey with Kabuki Syndrome: Kabuki Syndrome Awareness Day
Written by Grandview Kids parent, Laura Kabuki syndrome is a rare genetic disorder affecting 1 of every 32,000 births worldwide. Children with Kabuki Syndrome may experience a variety of symptoms,…
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Mya’s voice shines through in every smile, laugh and glance: Rett Syndrome Awareness Month
Mya is a bright, joyful 13-year-old whose presence lights up any room. Though she uses a wheelchair, communicates non-verbally and is fed through a g-tube, these details are only part…
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Charlie’s AAC journey
Celebrating International Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) Awareness Month In a bright and busy household filled with laughter, bubbles, Doritos and Little People toys, four-year-old Charlie is the heartbeat of…
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Redefining life with cerebral palsy: World Cerebral Palsy Day 2025
Suhana’s story At first glance, Suhana is like any other vibrant 15-year-old in Grade 10. She laughs during movie nights with her family, creates paintings that reflect her inner world,…
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Seeing the unseen: Kaleb’s story
Celebrating Invisible Disabilities Week: October 19-25 Every October, Invisible Disabilities Week shines a light on the millions of individuals living with challenges that cannot always be seen but are deeply…
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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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“Every milestone was met with cheers from ‘Team Delilah'” – Myotonic Dystrophy Day 2025
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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