Great leap for Giant Steps as school aims to build new centre The school that started nearly 40 years ago in a church basement delivering education and therapeutic services for children on the autism spectrum is expanding its mission. Author of the article: Jason Magder • Montreal Gazette Publishing date: Mar 13, 2021 • March 13, 2021 • 3 minute read • Artist's rendition of the therapy room at the proposed Giant Steps Autism Centre. Giant Steps is planning to build the $50.7-million facility in the centre of Montreal that will house numerous services for the community. Photo by Provencher_Roy Architects Article content Kenza Deschênes-Kherchi said Giant Steps School gave her the tools and confidence she needed to get through life and find a decent living as an artist in Montreal.