Category Archives: Community

Sonshine Families Respite Program Makes Renovations for Accessibility

Sonshine Families has made updates to their respite space, in order to ensure the space is safe for individuals using wheelchairs, and to ensure accessibility for all participants.

Improvements include:

  • Main floor bedroom doorway widened for easier access
  • Renovated accessible washroom located next to the bedroom
  • Front entrance ramp addition

For additional information about the Sonshine Families respite program, please contact Margo Babe (margobabe@sonshinefamilies.ca)

Attend CHEO’s 2-part Transition to Adulthood webinar series (Feb. 13 & Feb. 20, 2026)

Teens and parents are invited to attend CHEO’s two-part Transition to Adulthood webinar series, to assist in the planning and preparation required to make for a successful transition for youth and young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

February 13, 2026 from 10 – 11:30 a.m. – Part 1

  • Challenges facing youth, and ideas on how to promote independence

February 20, 2026 from 10 – 11:30 a.m. – Part 2

  • Tips for what makes for a good transition to adulthood, including samples for completing paperwork andavailable resources.

To learn more, and to register for the session, visit: Foundational Family Services – CHEO

 

Attend Autism Ontario’s FREE Journey to Adulthood Webinar (Dec. 10)

Attend Autism Ontario’s FREE Journey to Adulthood Webinar (Dec. 10)

Caregivers of people transitioning to adulthood can attend Autism Ontario’s FREE Journey to Adulthood Webinar, on Wednesday, December 10 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to learn more about adult services, funding, supports, and key dates for applying for adult services.

Learn about:

  • Consent, capacity, decision-making
  • Post-secondary education
  • Employment
  • Community engagement

To learn more, and to register for the session, visit: Journey to Adulthood Overview | Autism Ontario

St. Pius X C.H.S. Christmas ATC Dance (Dec. 12)

St. Pius X C. H. S. is celebrating over 50 years of bringing individuals with special needs and students together!

Join the fun at the FREE St. Pius X C.H.S. Christmas ATC Dance on Friday, December 12, 2025 at 1481 Fisher Ave.

Snacks and drinks will be provided, and holiday themed outfits are encouraged.

6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. – Floor hockey

7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. – Dance

For any questions, please contact Brad Boucher at brad.boucher@ocsb.ca

Summer 2026 Registration Now Open for Belwood Lodge and Camp

Registration is now open for the summer 2026 season at Belwood Lodge and Camp for children, youth, and adults with developmental disabilities.

Campers can enjoy music, dance, swimming, adaptive sports, nature, campfires, group games, and more!

Offering both overnight and day camp programming in July and August, Belwood Lodge and Camp is Passport funding friendly.

To learn more, and register, visit Belwood Lodge and Camp or contact office@belwoodlodgeandcamp.com

Partners for Planning (P4P) FREE Money Talks Webinar (Dec. 1)

Partners for Planning (P4P) invites you to join their FREE online webcast, Money Talks, on Monday, December 1, 2025 at 7 p.m. (EST).

This session will highlight financial resources, tax credits, funding you can access from the provincial and federal governments, and how to navigate the financial sector to help make smart financial decisions for the future.

To learn more and register, visit Partners for Planning – Money Talks – December 1

Check out the Student Links Initiative offered by Community Living Ontario 👥✨🌍

Student Links is a mentorship initiative that works with high school students between the ages of 14 and 21, who identify as having an intellectual disability. This initiative helps them explore their interests in the community and possible roles for themselves after high school.
Community Living Ontario does this through one time community meetings and longer-term mentorship opportunities. These opportunities are created by connecting students with volunteer mentors who share their interest(s) and who have expertise and/or job experience in an area the student wishes to explore.