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We are Canada’s leading pediatric rehabilitation teaching hospital, dedicated to being at the forefront of clinical care, research and education. As a key resource for people who's lives have been touched by childhood disability in all its forms, we are committed to partnerships to build clinical, academic and community capacity to enhance the quality of life for children with rehabilitation and complex care needs and their families.
06/06/2026
When your child has a disability, your world can change, and so can your relationships. Some people drift away, while others show up in ways that truly matter.
This thoughtful reflection explores loss, belonging, and the unexpected connections that remain when life takes a different path.
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06/06/2026
125 years of breaking barriers.
125 years of reimagining what’s possible.
At Holland Bloorview, we dare to shape the future of disability health care for kids. For more than 125 years, we’ve worked alongside children, youth, families, researchers, clinicians, and advocates to build a more inclusive world where every child can dream, play, belong, and thrive.
As Canada’s hospital for children with disabilities, we’re fueling world-leading care, unlocking new discoveries through research, and training the next generation of health-care professionals in inclusive, family-centred care.
As we celebrate National AccessAbility Week, we remain committed to creating a future without limits, together.
Learn more: https://hb125.hollandbloorview.ca/
“Accessibility is...”
We asked our community members to fill in the blank. Their answers are a reminder that accessibility means something deeply personal to everyone.
Accessibility is inclusion.
Accessibility is independence.
Accessibility is belonging.
Accessibility is freedom.
Together, these voices help paint a picture of a more accessible Canada.
What does accessibility mean to you? Share your answer in the comments.
Description: In this video, 7 individuals were asked to fill in the blank, and answer what accessibility means to them. Most of the clips were taken indoors, and one of them was taken outside in front of a building.
06/04/2026
What kind of future do you want to help create?
Bill, a longtime volunteer at Holland Bloorview, has seen firsthand the impact the right support can have on kids with disabilities and their families. After bringing his grandson for swim lessons years ago, something clicked, and he’s been giving back ever since.
That experience inspired Bill and his wife to include a gift in their Will, helping ensure more children can access life-changing care for generations to come.
If you’ve been thinking about the legacy you want to leave, start with our FREE Will Health Check Guide. It’s designed to help you make sure your plans are up to date, while supporting the causes you care about.
Dare to leave a legacy that shapes the future of kids with disabilities.
Together, we dare to build a future where every child can thrive.
Download your FREE guide today: https://bit.ly/4wI4IWy
06/03/2026
This month is an opportunity to celebrate identity, community, inclusion and support for 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, youth and families.
Holland Bloorview is proud to highlight The 519, an incredible community resource offering a wide range of inclusive and affirming programs and support for 2SLGBTQ+ communities.
These programs aim to create a safer, supportive and empowering environment, fostering community connection and self-expression.
Learn more about their youth programming here: https://bit.ly/4uFdT8T
06/02/2026
June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate, reflect and support the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. At Holland Bloorview, we are proud to mark the month with a flag raising ceremony on June 1, a pride-themed display at our Grocery Foundation Resource Center on the first floor, and taking part in the Toronto Pride Parade on June 28.
This year’s theme, “We Won’t Stop,” reminds us that building inclusive communities is an ongoing action.
We are proud to show solidarity with the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, this month and every month.
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06/02/2026
CNIB's Rural Transit Advocacy Toolkit provides strategies and resources on advocating for accessible transit in rural communities, including messaging, a sample petition, media interaction tips and more. Download the toolkit at: https://www.cnib.ca/en/rural-transit-advocacy-toolkit
In honour of National AccessAbility Week, ambassadors Addie, Finnley, Scarlett and Wynn shared their thoughts on what an accessible Canada looks like to them. From accessible buses to wider stalls, to inclusive communities and opportunities, their voices remind us that accessibility benefits everyone.
This week, and every week, we celebrate the importance of creating spaces where all children and youth belong.
Video Description: In this video, Holland Bloorview ambassadors Addie, Finnley, Scarlett and Wynn share their perspective on what an accessible Canada looks like to them. The video begins with a outside shot of the Holland Bloorview building, then goes into each ambassador answering the question, and then finishes on a screen inviting everyone to join the conversation.
06/01/2026
'If you're not taking steps to support your physical health, there's probably a reason that's coming from your mental health... And often dads keep that inside.'
A Family Like Mine shares honest conversations about fatherhood, mental health and caregiving, and why support matters for dads, too.
Watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NAjW9N6uYps
What if therapy felt more like play?
For Dr. Elaine Biddiss, video games are more than entertainment, they’re a pathway to inclusion, confidence, and independence for children with disabilities.
At Holland Bloorview, Dr. Biddiss and her team created accessible therapy games like Bootle Blast and Bootle Pop! that help kids build motor skills, engage in music, and participate in play in ways that work for them. What feels like fun is actually therapy woven seamlessly into everyday life.
From helping children continue rehabilitation at home to creating opportunities for siblings of all abilities to play together, this work is reimagining what accessibility can look like.
Because accessibility isn’t just about removing barriers, it’s about creating spaces where everyone belongs.
Read more here: https://www.togetherwedare.ca/access/dr-biddiss/
Video description: A teenager using a wheelchair is in front of a large screen displaying the Bootle Blast, an interactive video game. They move their arms to complete on-screen challenges as the game tracks their movements and responds with colourful animations and visual feedback.