Stories of Impact

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Dare to speak up

I dare you to speak up for what is right. Like any 11-year-old, I enjoy playing soccer and Roblox with my friends. But some days include standing up for

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Dare to stop looking away

I learned to walk and dance almost at the same time. Dance was my first language, my way of filling the air with rhythm and story. Being born with

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Dare to think differently about disability

At the heart of Dr. Tom Chau’s work is one simple idea: every child has something to say. That’s why he’s daring to open up a world of communication,

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Dare to pay attention

I dare you to pay attention. Pay attention to everyone. Including kids like me. I know first-hand what’s possible when we dare to dream big for ourselves and others.

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Leading the way to more meaningful care: Monica’s story

Monica Halsey didn’t plan on becoming an advocate for kids with disabilities and their families—but after noticing the challenges many families face while navigating the healthcare system, she decided
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Redefining care through disability inclusion and health equity

Our Family Support Specialists connect families with resources on funding, recreation, respite care, housing, food, newcomer supports and more based on their needs.

Media Stories

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Holland Bloorview Launches $100 million Fundraising Campaign for Childhood Disability

Holland Bloorview’s $100 million Together We Dare campaign is the largest fundraiser in the hospital’s history, and the largest fundraising campaign for pediatric disability in Canadian history.

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