Jack’s resilience shines through every step: Rare Disease Day
Jack is a bright, determined three-and-a-half-year-old whose smile and spirit often arrive before his words do. To those who know him, Jack is a fighter, a leader and a little…
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February: Dates of Significance
Each month, the Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) Committee highlights dates of significance. These may include religious observances, clinical and medical awareness dates, important events or other significant moments…
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“Roaring as one:” How a friendship between a Grandview Kids graduate and the York University Lions Women’s Hockey team demonstrates ability acceptance in practice
Written by Grandview Kids Peer Navigator, Sam K. and Ability Acceptance Presenter and Archivist, Mitchell D. About the Ability Acceptance Program at Grandview Kids If you have been following Grandview Kids’ Gather newsletter and social…
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January: Dates of Significance
In January, we acknowledge New Years Day, Mahayana New Year, Lohri, Orthodox New Year, Makar Sankranti and Thai Pongal. Below, read more about each date of significance, written by members…
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Team Grandview achieves Accreditation with Exemplary Standing, receiving a perfect score
Grandview Kids has achieved a perfect score in its recent Accreditation Canada survey, earning Accreditation with Exemplary Standing, the highest possible designation. To put this into context, Grandview Kids was evaluated on hundreds of criteria, including 77 Required Organizational Practices (ROPs), meeting…
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“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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