For 40 years, Share Lawyers has had the privilege of representing over 10,000 Canadians through some of their most difficult moments. To celebrate this milestone anniversary, we are giving back to the communities that have inspired us.

From November until February, we have created our 40 Days of Giving. During this time, we will be supporting 40 organizations, programs, and community causes across Canada, suggested by our clients and our online followers.

Each blog in this series introduces one of the 40 charities, explains what they do, and shows how you can support them.

Today, we launch this campaign and proudly support Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital.

Nominated by our community

A childhood injury or disability affects the entire family. When a parent is dealing with a denied disability claim, support becomes even more important. That is what we heard from our client Sara H., who nominated Holland Bloorview for our giving campaign:

"Holland Bloorview has had a big impact on my life, especially during a time when I was dealing with some personal challenges of my own.

As a client of Share Lawyers, I was going through my own struggles while also having a child who was receiving inpatient care at the hospital. It was a lot to manage at once. I was trying to take care of myself while also worrying about my child and making sure they were getting the care they needed. It really showed me that life doesn't stop when you're already going through a difficult time. Kids still get sick, and families still need support, even when they have so much else going on.

Going through this experience gave me a much greater appreciation for Holland Bloorview and the role it plays in supporting not just the children, but their families too. Having people who understand what you're going through and a place where you feel supported can make such a big difference.

Holland Bloorview is more than just a hospital. It's a place where families can find support, connection, and hope during some of the hardest times in their lives. I'm grateful to have experienced that firsthand."

About Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital in Toronto is Canada's largest children's rehabilitation hospital.

It is a teaching hospital fully affiliated with the University of Toronto, and its vision is to create a world of possibility for kids with disabilities.

What does Holland Bloorview do?

Its programs and services support kids with conditions such as:

• Cerebral palsy and acquired brain injury

• Autism and developmental disabilities

• Muscular dystrophy, epilepsy, and spina bifida

• Amputation, arthritis, and other physical disabilities

The hospital is also home to the Bloorview Research Institute, a top-40 Canadian research hospital working to transform care for childhood disability.

The hospital's history reaches back to 1899, when the "Home for Incurable Children" opened in Toronto with room for 15 children. More than 125 years later, it pioneers treatments, technologies, and real-world programs that help kids participate fully in life.

How You Can Support Holland Bloorview

There are several ways to help:

• Volunteer — Learn about volunteering opportunities at the hospital.

• Fundraise — Start your own community fundraiser or join events through Holland Bloorview's fundraising site.

• Spread the word — Share this blog or the hospital's stories so more families know about its programs.

Every gift helps kids with disabilities laugh, learn, and heal.

Share Lawyers is an independent supporter of Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital. Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital does not endorse or recommend any law firm or legal services.

Share Lawyers has spent 40 years helping Canadians whose injuries or illnesses prevent them from working, including long term disability claims. We understand that a family's recovery is about more than a legal outcome — it is about rebuilding a life together. Giving back to the community is a natural extension of that work.