The Gifted Children’s Association of British Columbia (GCABC) is a non-profit organization, governed by a volunteer board that supports and advocates for gifted children and their families in BC. GCABC works to advance the educational opportunities for gifted students in the province and to assist families as they navigate the educational landscape in BC. It provides programs, events, information, research, and advice related to giftedness, schools (both public and independent) and school districts
Giftedness is a special need, yet knowledge and understanding of what giftedness is, how diversely it can express itself, and how it needs to be supported … is scarce and hard to find. Another goal of the GCABC is to provide accurate information about giftedness to the wider community and so we welcome all who are curious to enter our website and we hope you find it useful and enlightening.
Our Mission & Vision
Our mission is to extend support in navigating the unique developmental journey of gifted children through advocacy, education and collaboration.
Our vision is a society that recognizes, values and responds to the diversity of giftedness.
The GCABC is supported by members. Membership dues allow the organization to provide services for gifted children and families, including receiving a regular newsletter, access to the GCABC Member’s Corner, and reduced rates at all GCABC events. Your fees are put to work towards spreading awareness about giftedness across BC. Discover All Membership Benefits
How We Help
The GCABC is a not-for-profit working hard to support families in BC with gifted children. We educate the public through our website, social media and events and help connect you with professionals who can help.
Advocacy
The GCABC is lobbying the government and school districts by providing feedback about the unmet educational needs of gifted children. Read more about what advocacy work the GCABC does.
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