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Read our latest stories, with links to mainstream disability news and shout-outs to people making the world more inclusive.
Inclusive, artist-run camp 'welcomes both my boys'
Twins Aarav and Ishaan Ghosh go to different schools. In the summer, they spend their days together at Spiral Garden at Holland Bloorview.
Check out the new BLOOM
Read our latest stories, with links to mainstream disability news and shout-outs to people making the world more inclusive.
'Mom, what can we do this summer?'
Holland Bloorview family leader Liz Zur leads a workshop on fun, accessible, low-cost things to do in Toronto this summer.
Celebrate disability inclusion at AccessFest
This Saturday enjoy Toronto's first festival to celebrate disability with a wide range of free, accessible activities and entertainment.
A concert where disabled attendees can be themselves
'He can vocalize, cough, be suctioned, or stretch out on the floor without having to leave the venue space.'
Teen discovers passion for theatre
'There have been times where the guilt I’ve felt about not doing more to help her figure out her interests is crushing.'
This teen is making a name for herself on the track and screen
Holland Bloorview 'helped me connect with other amputees and helped me make a difference in the world. They helped me be so much more confident in myself.'
In music therapy, 'there are no wrong notes'
'I want them to dive completely into the creative process and learn what sounds they like and how fast or slow they want to play.'
Autism is at the heart of a restaurant designed to soothe the senses
'I realized as a teacher that it was hard for these families to go out for a meal.'
Amanda's mission is to ensure every child thrives in daycare
'I remind parents to see all of the strengths and beauty and personality of their child in a world where people might be highlighting their deficits.'
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