Check out the new Passport program planning tool! Answer some questions that will help you decide what to do with your funding and make a plan.
https://passportfunding.ca/planning-tool
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📚 New Resource Alert. Community Living Ontario’s Guide on Navigating Special Education in Ontario
This essential resource helps parents, caregivers, and community organizations understand laws, rights, roles, and responsibilities to effectively support students with disabilities. Be informed, stay empowered!
👉 To access the guide, visit bit.ly/Special-Education-Guide
🏡 Submit Your Expression of Interest for Affordable Homeownership!
If you have high rent, an unsuitable living situation, or saving for a down payment feels out of reach, Habitat Greater Ottawa may have the solution for you!
They are now accepting Expressions of Interest from families in need of affordable housing. By signing up, you’ll be the first to hear about upcoming application openings and available homes in our communities.
Don’t miss this opportunity—take the first step today: https://habitatgo.ca/homeownership/
ABLE2 is looking for volunteers to spend one-on-one time with individuals
Do you love sports or playing video games? Did you know you can do those activities with a Friend, and volunteer at the same time? Volunteer with ABLE2’s Matching Program!
They are looking for volunteers to spend one-on-one time with individuals. Your companionship can help reduce loneliness and build meaningful friendships.
Why Volunteer?
– Make a positive impact in your community
– Help reduce isolation and increase self-confidence
– Enjoy shared activities and create lasting memories
Learn more here: https://buff.ly/6HWxjxe
📢Canada Disability Regulations (CDB) have been finalized
What does this mean?
Starting in June 2025, residents between 18 and 64 years old can qualify for the benefit if they have been approved for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) and meet the benefit’s other eligibility requirements. The Government will provide details on the application process in the coming months, including information on when, where, and how to apply.
Going to the airport: A step-by-step prep for kids with neurodivergence
📞The Parent Support Line – FREE and confidential space to talk about parenting, child development, and child behavior
Being a parent is incredibly rewarding, yet it comes with its own set of challenges. You’re not alone on this journey. 🌼
📞If you’re seeking support, guidance, or simply need someone to listen, the Parent Resource Centre is here for you. Their Parent Support Line offers a FREE and confidential space to talk about parenting, child development, and child behavior.
🕘Available Mon, Tues, Thurs, and Fri to from 9 AM to 4 PM. Wed from 11 AM to 7PM ☎️𝟲𝟭𝟯-𝟰𝟴𝟮-𝟴𝟭𝟳𝟯.
Prefer writing? Email them at 📧𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭@𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞.𝐜𝐚
Should you contact the Passport program or Developmental Services Ontario (DSO)?
After you are referred to the Passport program, you don’t need to contact DSO about your Passport file. For anything related to the Passport program, like what you can buy, invoices, your funding balance, or signing up support workers, contact your local Passport agency.
If your service needs change, you move to a new address, or your contact information changes, you should let your area DSO know so they can update your file.
💡Ontario Electricity Support Program
If you are receiving Ontario Works or ODSP and in need of financial assistance with your electricity bills, you may qualify for the Ontario Electricity Support Program.
💡 Visit ontarioelectricitysupport.ca for details and eligibility requirements.
🎙️SPEAK Podcast
The highly anticipated return of the SPEAK podcast is finally here with the incredibly poetic Alyssa Wylie! Join hosts Debbie Ratcliffe and fin in conversation with Alyssa about her creativity and passions. She shares the meaning behind her fashion style, her love for dancing, her songwriting skills and more!
Make sure to add SPEAK to your favorite Podcast list, it’s a fun and insightful conversation you won’t want to miss!
Listen now: https://beingstudio.ca/speak/speak-season-3-episode-3-dreams-fashion-art/
The episode was collaboration with Chris Binkowski also known as “Bucko,” offers music compositions inspired by Alyssa’s words using AI and digital skills. BEING Studio and SPEAK gratefully acknowledges support from the City of Ottawa for this season.
