Virtual Developmental Services Ontario Housing Strategy Forum

EN 2026 Housing Forum Flyer

Join Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) on Tuesday, May 12 from 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. for the fourth annual virtual Housing Strategy Forum, Pathways to Home: From Barriers to Belonging.

This event will highlight creative initiatives and practices strategies that are increasing inclusive housing opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities.

Topics include:

  • Keynote presentation from Michael Braithwaite, President & CEO of Jack.org
  • Exploring the National Housing Strategy Solutions Labs, and how they help communities develop innovative housing solutions
  • Panel discussion from individuals with lived experiences in creating a path to independent and supportive living
  • Speakers include:
    • Phillippe Cyr & Nicholas Cyr, Affordable Technology and Open-Source Software
    • John Barclay Legacy Homes, Brockville
    • Voices of Lived Experience
    • Gary Galdstone, Reena
    • Tracy McGarry Participation House, Durham Region
    • National Housing Strategy Solutions Labs
    • Updates on projects featured in previous forums
    • Aaron Nunes, EnviroCentre
    • Sarah Cipkar, Resimate Inc.

Register here: 2026 DS Housing Strategy Forum – Pathways to Home: From Barriers to Belonging

For questions please contact DSOhousing@dsoer.ca or info@dsontario.ca