On December 10, Toronto Public Heath declared a Norovirus outbreak on the Complex Continuing Care unit. Other units and programs are operating as usual. Click for more info.
Please note our ambulatory care services will be closed on Dec. 25-26, 2025, and Jan. 1, 2026. The day program will be closed Dec. 22-26, 2025.
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'This film reminded me that healing and growth happen when we stop hiding parts of ourselves and let others in.'
Je'Niya Hamblett used her love of dance to help regain her mobility when she was hospitalized at Holland Bloorview following a bike accident.
'Parent organizations exert a lot of power when we're talking about disability policy. Parents need to start sharing some of the power.'
'Even though it is common for disability to overlap with identities across the spectrum of minority groups, fighting discrimination on the basis of disability continues to take a back seat in our
A child who is diagnosed at an older age may miss windows for intervention. Parents discuss the impact and a developmental pediatrician looks at contributing factors.
A Koffler Centre of the Arts exhibit features photos taken by young adults with disabilities during the Covid-19 shutdown.
This year Time magazine named Alice Wong one of 16 people 'fighting for a more equal America.' Her new book is a collection of stories that reflect the diverse experience of disability.
A survey of Manitoba parents that revealed frequent school use of physical restraints and isolation rooms for students with disabilities is 'hugely problematic' and 'shocking,' a researcher says.
Holland Bloorview is piloting a virtual Rec Room and Netflix parties to ensure youth stay connected during the pandemic.
A memorial for George Floyd took place today. Yesterday, Dr. Sharon Smile invited Holland Bloorview's doctors into 'uncomfortable discussions about racism and how it impacts us as a unit and the
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150 Kilgour Road
Toronto, Ontario
M4G 1R8
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