Join Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) Housing Navigators and representatives from Employment and Social Development Canada on Monday, March 2 from 1 – 2 p.m. for a free virtual presentation covering:

• The Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP)
• The Canada Disability Savings Grant (CDSG)
• The Canada Disability Savings Bond (CDSB)

Register here: Learn About the Registered Disability Savings Plan and Canada Disability Savings Grant and Bond

This event is open to people with a developmental disability, their family members, support networks, and professionals in Ontario. This event will not be recorded.

Questions can be directed to Martha Beach at mbeach@dsoser.com

Join Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) Housing Navigators and representatives from Service Canada on Thursday, March 5 from 1 – 2 p.m. for a free virtual presentation about Service Canada’s programs and benefits.

Topics covered will include:

• The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)
• The Canada Disability Benefit (CDB)
• Employment Insurance benefits (EI)
• Canada Pension Plan/Old Age Security benefits (CPP/OAS)
• Apprenticeship grants and loans
• Services for persons with a disability

Register here: Learn about Service Canada Programs and Benefits

This event is open to people with a developmental disability, their family members, support networks, and professionals in Ontario. This event will not be recorded.

Questions can be directed to Martha Beach at mbeach@dsoer.com

Service Coordination Support (SCS) is accepting bookings for the next AccessOAP (Ontario Autism Program) session taking place on Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026.

During the one-hour session, families can receive help from an AccessOAP Care Coordinator to complete their AccessOAP registration, receive information about the program, or submit their invoices.

Children do not need to be registered with SCS to access this support, but must reach the following criteria:

• Be under the age of 18
• Currently live in Ontario
• Have a written diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) from a qualified professional, which can include physicians, psychologists, nurse practitioners, or ministry-funded diagnostic hubs.

To book, visit the SCS Resource Room webpage. 

Note: Proof of age (birth certificate, proof of live birth, valid passport, or a valid permanent resident card), residency (school report card, primary caregiver’s driver’s license or identification card, or a piece of mail), and diagnosis is required at your first AccessOAP session.

Join Developmental Services Ontario Eastern Region (DSOER) Housing Navigators, as they facilitate a discussion on how freely available software and affordable technology can support daily living skills.

Speakers Nicholas and Philippe Cyr will discuss their experiences with leveraging affordable technology to reduce caregiver stress, and support greater independence over time.

This session will take place on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 from 6:30 – 8 p.m., at 1400 St. Laurent Blvd, Suite 103A, Ottawa, ON.

To register for this free event, please contact: dsohousing@dsoer.ca

Service Canada is hosting an upcoming Virtual Information Session on Federal Government Youth Initiatives.

This session will highlight programs, resources, and opportunities designed to empower young people across Canada to engage in public service, leadership, and community development.

Date: January 29, 2026

Time: 09:00 a.m. to 13:45 p.m.

Location: Online via Microsoft Teams (links below for registration)

Choose the session(s) that interest you, and register using the links provided.

• 9 – 10 a.m. Service Canada and Official Languages Programs (OLP)
• 10:15 – 11:15 a.m. Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
• 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Canada Learning Bond (CLB), Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP), Canada Education Savings, and more!
• 12:45 -1:45 p.m. – Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ), and Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (YESS)

Note: All sessions will run concurrently in French. If you wish to participate in the French sessions, please contact Service Canada to be forwarded the French registration links.

Accessibility Notice: If you require assistance or accommodations to participate in these sessions, please contact Service Canada in advance so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

The Coalition of Community Health and Resource Centres of Ottawa  is a collective of 13 community health and resource centres located throughout Ottawa.

Each community health/resource centre across Ottawa offers intake services, service navigation, and referral support to broader community services. Centres also offer specific supports and services to residents living in their specific catchment area, while some programming is offered to all residents regardless of address.

Use the Find Your CHRC tool to help locate your local community health/resource centre: https://coalitionottawa.ca/map/

Ottawa has a wide range of March Break camps. We’ve put together a list of programs, organized by age group, to help you explore options.

These resources are shared for informational purposes only, and do not imply any endorsement or affiliation with SCS. Participation in these programs is optional, and families assume responsibility for their own involvement.

Legend: (FR) – Bilingual or French-only sessions

The Eastern Ontario Resource Centre (EORC) – Resource Referral Program helps open doors to resources and advocacy assistance.

Services available include:

• Medical transportation services
• Crisis intervention
• Nutrition and emergency food assistance
• Baby supplies
• Clothing
• Utilities support
• Settlement and immigration assistance
• Legal aids
• Housing supports
• Employment assistance
• Furniture
• Mental health support
• Seasonal programs, and more.

For assistance, please contact intake@eorc-creo.ca or call (613) 741-6025 (Ext. 230)