2015
Civic Holiday Barbecue - August 3, 2015
What is there to do on a civic holiday? Have a barbecue, of course! This past Monday, we gathered staff, volunteers, and families of GPS together for a barbecue and picnic. Apart from enjoying all the delicious food that was there, we played games and took part in other fun activities.
2nd Light Blue Stars Talent show
April 2 is World Autism Awareness Day, highlighting autism as a global health concern. Last year’s Light Blue Stars Talent Show entertained over 300 spectators, supported by various organizations. Join us on April 4th, 2015, at the Fairview Library Theatre in Toronto for this year's event. Learn More
Strawberry Picking - July 10, 2015
This past month, we went strawberry picking at Whittamore's Farm. As you can see, our staff, volunteers, and children were able to pick quite a lot of strawberries! Strawberry jam anyone?
Ontario Science Centre - July 10, 2015
During the month of July, families, staff, and volunteers took a trip to the Ontario Science Centre. We had a chance to explore and learn about many topics such as birds and their wingspans. And what's better than sliding down a slide? Sliding down a side made out of a tree!
2014
Halloween - October 31, 2014
Along with our children and volunteers, we went to Trick or Treating in Bridlewood Mall on Warden and Finich. They had a lot of fun dressing up and visiting various stores to get a treat.... or a trick.
Thanksgiving - October 13, 2014
This year we had our first-ever Thanksgiving potluck dinner. Staff and volunteers cooked a dish from their respective cultures and celebrated together!
G.P.S. 2nd Anniversary Gala - September 12, 2014
In honor of the 2nd anniversary of Gifted People Services, we are hosting a gala. Come out for a great event with over 150 people attending. There will be a gourmet dinner, fun games, and live music by Liz Craig, a Toronto-based pianist. Together, we can build a strong and healthy community for families with special needs.
Jin Fan Festival - July 25th, 2014
It was a fun day at the Jin Fan Festival. Children from Beijing China performed in the show as well as our child, Adam Huang. The children were able to dress up and had the opportunity to go up on stage. The parents also enjoyed themselves and watched their children perform.
Light Blue Stars Talent show - April 26, 2014
In celebration of Autism Awareness Month, we hosted our first annual Light Blue Stars Talent Show. Children with developmental disabilities performed alongside other artists before 400 spectators at the CNTV Studio. World Autism Awareness Day highlights autism as a growing global health concern, promoting the importance of early diagnosis and intervention. Learn More
Rain Barrel Fundraiser - March 30, 2014
In support of World Water Day, Gifted People Services partnered with Rain Barrel Fundraising to raise money for our programs. It was a very successful day and many volunteers came to help us out. We successfully sold 64 rain barrels and all the proceeds went straight into funding our special after-school program.
Ice Fishing Day - March 26, 2014
In partnership with the Chinese Anglers Sports Club of Canada, we took our families up to Lake Simcoe for ice fishing! It was the first time the kids saw the entire lake frozen, and we even drove on its surface! Members of the Chinese Anglers Sports Club of Canada taught our parents and kids how to ice fish, including drilling holes and tying bait. Despite the cold and losing some fishing rods, it was a fun day for everyone.