DSO Housing Forum Save the date 2026

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
• More presenters to be announced…

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

lunch and learn_A Story of Shared Living April 23 2026 (002)

Join Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) on Thursday, April 23 from 12 – 1 p.m. for a free webinar discussing shared housing with guest speakers with experience of a shared supported living environment.

Learn about:

• Benefits and challenges of shared supported living
• How the living arrangement was created
• Impact on independence, well-being, and family stress

Register here: Lunch and Learn: A Story of Shared Living

For any questions or inquiries, please contact DSOhousing@dsoer.ca

lunch and learn_Technology March 27 2026

Join Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) on Friday, March 27 from 12 – 1 p.m. for a free webinar discussing daily living and technology.

Topics include:

• How affordable technology and free software can support daily living, safety, and community participation
• Examples of working systems currently used in everyday life
• How simple, low-cost tools can reduce caregiver stress, and support greater independence without technical expertise

Register here: Lunch and Learn: How Technology Can Support Daily Living and Independence

For any questions or inquiries, please contact DSOhousing@dsoer.ca

Ottawa has a wide range of Summer 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.

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Specialized Camps

Programs for ages 0-4

• Destiny’s Way Summer Camp
• Empowered Academy Summer Camp
• Family Harmonies Familiales Summer Camp
• Learn2ABA Summer Camp
• Second Nature School Summer Camp
• The CORE Learning Centre Summer Break Camp
• The Ottawa Rotary Home – Children’s Summer Day Camp

Programs for ages 5-7

• Camp Sonshine Cove – overnight camp
• CHEO – Autism School Support Transition Camp – must be registered with Ontario Autism Program (OAP)
• Child in Mind – Drama Explorers Day Camp
• Child in Mind – Self-Regulation and Social Skills Day Camp
• ChildrenAtRisk – Camp Kaleidoscope
• Crossroads Children’s Mental Health Centre – Therapeutic Day Camp – for current clients
• Destiny’s Way Summer Camp
• Empowered Academy Summer Camp
• Family Harmonies Familiales Summer Camp
• Horizons Behaviour Consulting Summer Camp – for current clients
• Learn2ABA Summer Camp
• Learning Disabilities Association of Ottawa-Carleton (LDAOC) Sunshine Day Camp
• Lotus Centre for Special Music Education
• Main Street Community Services Summer Camp
• Partners in Parenting Ottawa – iCAN Summer Camp
• Saunders Farm – Farm Camp
• Second Nature School Summer Camp
• Sonshine SPARK Day Camp
• Tamir Summer Adventure Camp
• The CORE Learning Centre Summer Break Camp
• The Ottawa Rotary Home – Children’s Summer Day Camp

Programs for ages 8-10

• ABA Connections Summer Camp
• Camp Sonshine Cove – overnight camp
• CHEO – Autism School Support Transition Camp – must be registered with Ontario Autism Program (OAP)
• Child in Mind – Drama Explorers Day Camp
• Child in Mind – Self-Regulation and Social Skills Day Camp
• Child in Mind – Self-Regulation and Executive Functioning Skills Day Camp
• Child in Mind – Social Skills for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• ChildrenAtRisk – Camp Kaleidoscope
• Crossroads Children’s Mental Health Centre – Therapeutic Day Camp – for current clients
• Destiny’s Way Summer Camp
• Empowered Academy Summer Camp
• Family Harmonies Familiales Summer Camp
• Horizons Behaviour Consulting Summer Camp – for current clients
• Learn2ABA Summer Camp
• Learning Disabilities Association of Ottawa-Carleton (LDAOC) Sunshine Day Camp
• Lotus Centre for Special Music Education
• Main Street Community Services Summer Camp
• Partners in Parenting Ottawa – iCAN Summer Camp
• Saunders Farm – Farm Camp
• Second Nature School Summer Camp
• Sonshine SPARK Day Camp
• Tamir Summer Adventure Camp
• The CORE Learning Centre Summer Break Camp
• The Ottawa Rotary Home – Children’s Summer Day Camp
• The Ravens Adaptive Multisport Camp

Programs for ages 11-13

• ABA Connections Summer Camp
• Bolts4Kids Summer Camp
• Camp Sonshine Cove – overnight camp
• Child in Mind – Drama Explorers Day Camp
• Child in Mind – Self-Regulation and Social Skills Day Camp
• Child in Mind – Self-Regulation and Executive Functioning Skills Day Camp
• Child in Mind – Social Skills for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• ChildrenAtRisk – Camp Kaleidoscope
• Crossroads Children’s Mental Health Centre – Therapeutic Day Camp – for current clients
• Destiny’s Way Summer Camp
• Dragonfly Down Syndrome – Summer Camp
• Empowered Academy Summer Camp
• Family Harmonies Familiales Summer Camp
• Learn2ABA Summer Camp
• Learning Disabilities Association of Ottawa-Carleton (LDAOC) Sunshine Day Camp
• Lotus Centre for Special Music Education
• Main Street Community Services Summer Camp
• Ottawa River Canoe Club – PaddleALL Summer Camp
• Partners in Parenting Ottawa – iCAN Summer Camp
• Saunders Farm – Farm Camp
• Second Nature School Summer Camp
• Sonshine SPARK Day Camp
• Spectrum Insights Day Camp
• Tamir Summer Adventure Camp
• The Ottawa Rotary Home – Children’s Summer Day Camp
• The Ravens Adaptive Multisport Camp

Programs for ages 14-17+

• Bolts4Kids Summer Camp
• Camp Sonshine Cove – overnight camp
• ChildrenAtRisk – Camp Kaleidoscope
• Destiny’s Way Summer Camp
• Dragonfly Down Syndrome – Summer Camp
• Empowered Academy Summer Camp
• Learning Disabilities Association of Ottawa-Carleton (LDAOC) Sunshine Day Camp
• Lotus Centre for Special Music Education
• Main Street Community Services Summer Camp
• Ottawa Foyer Partage
• Ottawa River Canoe Club – PaddleALL Summer Camp
• Partners in Parenting Ottawa – iCAN Summer Camp
• Sonshine SPARK Day Camp
• Spectrum Insights Day Camp
• Tamir – Evolve Summer Camp
• The Ottawa Rotary Home – Children’s Summer Day Camp
• The Ravens Adaptive Multisport Camp

Integrated Summer Camps

Programs for ages 0-4

• Canada Agriculture and Food Museum – Kinder Farm Camp
• Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services – PSP Recreation Summer Camp in the NCR
• Camps Canada – Various Summer Day Camps
• Carleton University – Summer Camps
• Corona School of Gymnastics – Summer Camp
• Dovercourt Recreation – Various Camps
• Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group – Various Summer Day Camps
• Kanata GymnoSphere – Summer Camp
• OCSB – Various Day Camps
• Out to Play – Forest Friends
• Pedalheads Summer Camp
• RA Centre – Junior Day Camps
• Trio Danceworks – Summer Dance Camp
• uOttawa- Gee-Gees Summer Day Camps
• YMCA Ottawa Day Camps – Tiny Tots
• The Zoo Crew – Outdoor Adventure Camp
• The Zoo Crew – Forest Camp
• The Zoo Crew – Pet Pals Camp

Programs for ages 5-7

• BGC Ottawa – Sun & Fun Summer Day Camp
• Canada Agriculture and Food Museum – Kinder Farm Camp
• Canada Agriculture and Food Museum – Fun at the Farm Camp
• Canada Aviation and Space Museum – Music and Aviation Summer Day Campv
• Canada Science and Technology Museum – Science Explorers
• Canada Science and Technology Museum – Techno Camp
• Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services – PSP Recreation Summer Camp in the NCR
• Camps Canada – Various Summer Day Camps
• Carleton University – Summer Camps
• City of Ottawa – Various Day Camps
• Code Ninjas Barrhaven – Summer Camps
• Corona School of Gymnastics – Summer Camp
• Dovercourt Recreation – Various Camps
• Escape Manor Junior Day Camp
• Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group – Various Summer Day Camps
• Kanata GymnoSphere – Summer Camp
• OCSB – Various Day Camps
• Out to Play – Forest Friends
• Ottawa School of Art – Summer Camp
• Ottawa School of Theatre – Summer Camps
• Pedalheads Summer Camp
• RA Centre – Junior Day Camps
• RA Centre – Day Camps
• RA Centre – Sports & Special Interest Camps
• Richard Robinson Fashion Design Academy – Summer Day Camp
• Rideau Gymnastics – Various Camps
• Royale Equestrian Centre – Barrhaven Summer Day Camp
• Saunders Farm – Farm Camp
• STARR Gymnastics & Parkour – Summer Day Camp
• STEM Camp Ottawa
• Super 7 Kids Day Camps
• The Ottawa Humane Society – Humane Heroes
• The Ottawa Humane Society – Artsy Animals
• The Ottawa Humane Society – Shelter Helpers
• The Ottawa Tennis Club – Active Explorers
• The Zoo Crew – Pet Pals Camp
• The Zoo Crew – Animal Explorers Camp
• The Zoo Crew – Outdoor Adventure Camp
• The Zoo Crew – Forest Camp
• Trio Danceworks – Summer Dance Camp
• uOttawa- Gee-Gees Summer Day Camps
• YMCA Ottawa Day Camps – Tiny Tots
• YMCA Ottawa Day Camps – Y Creators

Programs for ages 8-10

• BGC Ottawa – Sun & Fun Summer Day Camp
• Canada Agriculture and Food Museum – Fun at the Farm Camp
• Canada Agriculture and Food Museum – Farm Adventurers Camp
• Canada Aviation and Space Museum – Music and Aviation Summer Day Camp
• Canada Science and Technology Museum – Techno Camp
• Canada Science and Technology Museum – STEAM Lab 
• Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services – PSP Recreation Summer Camp in the NCR
• Canadian Museum of History – Explorers Day Camp
• Camps Canada – Various Summer Day Camps
• Carleton University – Summer Camps
• City of Ottawa – Various Day Camps
• Code Ninjas Barrhaven – Summer Camps
• Corona School of Gymnastics – Summer Camp
• Dovercourt Recreation – Various Camps
• Escape Manor Junior Day Camp
• Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group – Various Summer Day Camps
• Kanata GymnoSphere – Summer Camp
• OCSB – Various Day Camps
• Out to Play – Forest Friends
• Out to Play – Adventure Camp
• Ottawa School of Art – Summer Camp
• Ottawa School of Theatre – Summer Camps
• Pedalheads Summer Camp
• RA Centre – Day Camps
• RA Centre – Sports & Special Interest Camps
• Richard Robinson Fashion Design Academy – Summer Day Camp
• Rideau Gymnastics – Various Camps
• Royale Equestrian Centre – Barrhaven Summer Day Camp
• Saunders Farm – Farm Camp
• STARR Gymnastics & Parkour – Summer Day Camp
• STEM Camp Ottawa
• Super 7 Kids Day Camps
• The Ottawa Humane Society – Humane Heroes
• The Ottawa Humane Society – Artsy Animals
• The Ottawa Humane Society – Shelter Helpers
• The Ottawa Humane Society – Jobs with Animals
• The Ottawa Humane Society – Pet Ownership 101
• The Ottawa Tennis Club – Ace & Adventure Camp
• The Ottawa Tennis Club – Creative Minds Camp
• The Ottawa Tennis Club – NTS All Stars Tennis Camp
• The Zoo Crew – Animal Explorers Camp
• The Zoo Crew – Animal Adventures Camp
• The Zoo Crew – Junior Dog Trainer Camp
• The Zoo Crew – Outdoor Adventure Camp
• The Zoo Crew – Forest Camp
• The Zoo Crew – Animal Care Camp
• Trio Danceworks – Summer Dance Camp
• uOttawa- Gee-Gees Summer Day Camps
• YMCA Ottawa Day Camps – Y Rovers
• YMCA Ottawa Day Camps – Y Adventurers

 Programs for ages 11-13

• BGC Ottawa – Sun & Fun Summer Day Camp
• Canada Agriculture and Food Museum – Farm Adventurers Camp
• Canada Agriculture and Food Museum – Junior Farmer Camp
• Canada Aviation and Space Museum – Music and Aviation Summer Day Camp
• Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services – PSP Recreation Summer Camp in the NCR
• Canadian Museum of History – Explorers Day Camp
• Camps Canada – Various Summer Day Camps
• Carleton University – Summer Camps
• City of Ottawa – Various Day Camps
• Code Ninjas Barrhaven – Summer Camps
• Corona School of Gymnastics – Summer Camp
• Dovercourt Recreation – Various Camps
• Escape Manor Junior Day Camp
• Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group – Various Summer Day Camps
• Kanata GymnoSphere – Summer Camp
• OCSB – Various Day Camps
• Out to Play – Adventure Camp
• Ottawa School of Art – Summer Camp
• Ottawa School of Theatre – Summer Camps
• Pedalheads Summer Camp
• RA Centre – Sports & Special Interest Camps
• Richard Robinson Fashion Design Academy – Summer Day Camp
• Rideau Gymnastics – Various Camps
• Royale Equestrian Centre – Barrhaven Summer Day Camp
• Saunders Farm – Farm Camp
• STARR Gymnastics & Parkour – Summer Day Camp
• STEM Camp Ottawa
• Super 7 Kids Day Camps
• The Ottawa Humane Society – Jobs with Animals
• The Ottawa Humane Society – Pet Ownership 101
• The Ottawa Tennis Club – Ace & Adventure Camp
• The Ottawa Tennis Club – Beach Volleyball Clinic
• The Ottawa Tennis Club – Creative Minds Camp
• The Ottawa Tennis Club – NTS All Stars Tennis Camp
• The Zoo Crew – Animal Adventures Camp
• The Zoo Crew – Mini Vet Camp
• The Zoo Crew – Junior Dog Trainer Camp
• The Zoo Crew – Animal Care Camp
• Trio Danceworks – Summer Dance Camp
• uOttawa- Gee-Gees Summer Day Camps

Programs for ages 14-17+

• City of Ottawa – Various Day Camps
• Code Ninjas Barrhaven – Summer Camps
• Corona School of Gymnastics – Summer Camp
• Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group – Various Summer Day Camps
• OCSB – Various Day Camps
• Ottawa School of Art – Summer Camp
• Richard Robinson Fashion Design Academy – Summer Day Camp
• Royale Equestrian Centre – Barrhaven Summer Day Camp
• The Ottawa Tennis Club – Leaders In Training (LIT)
• Trio Danceworks – Summer Dance Camp

French Day Camps

Programs for ages 0-4

• Camp d’été en français – Académie Jeanne d’Arc
• Camps d’été – Le Carrefour d’Ottawa
• Camps d’été de jour du YMCA
• Experience Unik Hammond – Various Day Camps
• Jeunesse Franco-Forme – Camp Faucon s’amuse
• MIFO – Mouvement d’implication francophone d’Orléans – Camp d’été 2026
• Relais des Jeunes Gatinois – Camp de jour le semeur

Programs for ages 5-7

• Camp d’été 2024 | MIFO – Mouvement d’implication francophone d’Orléans
• Camp d’été en français – Académie Jeanne d’Arc
• Camp de jour Explorateurs au Musée canadien de l’histoire – Gatineau | Sonart
• Camps d’été – Le Carrefour d’Ottawa
• Camps d’été de Ingenium
• Camps d’été de jour du YMCA
• Camps d’été – L’École de Théâtre d’Ottawa
• City of Ottawa – Various Day Camps
• Experience Unik Hammond – Various Day Camps
• Jeunesse Franco-Forme – Camp Faucon s’amuse
• Jeunesse Franco-Forme – Camp Faucon bouge
• La Société franco-ontarienne de l’autisme – Camp Autour du Monde
• La Société franco-ontarienne de l’autisme – Camp Turbo
• Relais des Jeunes Gatinois – Camp de jour le semeur
• uOttawa- Gee-Gees Summer Day Camps

Programs for ages 8-10

• Camp d’été 2024 | MIFO – Mouvement d’implication francophone d’Orléans
• Camp d’été en français – Académie Jeanne d’Arc
• Camp de jour Explorateurs au Musée canadien de l’histoire – Gatineau | Sonart
• Camps d’été – Le Carrefour d’Ottawa
• Camps d’été de Ingenium
• Camps d’été de jour du YMCA
• Camps d’été – L’École de Théâtre d’Ottawa
• City of Ottawa – Various Day Camps
• Consortium Centre Jules-Léger – Camp Sans Limite
• Experience Unik Hammond – Various Day Camps
• Jeunesse Franco-Forme – Camp Faucon bouge
• La Société franco-ontarienne de l’autisme – Camp Autour du Monde
• La Société franco-ontarienne de l’autisme – Camp Turbo
• Relais des Jeunes Gatinois – Camp de jour le semeur
• uOttawa- Gee-Gees Summer Day Camps

Programs for ages 11-13

• Camp d’été 2024 | MIFO – Mouvement d’implication francophone d’Orléans
• Camp de jour Explorateurs au Musée canadien de l’histoire – Gatineau | Sonart
• Camps d’été de Ingenium
• Camps d’été de jour du YMCA
• Camps d’été – L’École de Théâtre d’Ottawa
• City of Ottawa – Various Day Camps
• Consortium Centre Jules-Léger – Camp Sans Limite
• Experience Unik Hammond – Various Day Camps
• Jeunesse Franco-Forme – Camp Faucon bouge
• La Société franco-ontarienne de l’autisme – Camp Autour du Monde
• La Société franco-ontarienne de l’autisme – Camp Turbo
• Relais des Jeunes Gatinois – Camp de jour le semeur
• uOttawa- Gee-Gees Summer Day Camps

Programs for ages 14-17+

• Consortium Centre Jules-Léger – Camp Sans Limite
• La Société franco-ontarienne de l’autisme – Camp Autour du Monde
• La Société franco-ontarienne de l’autisme – Camp Turbo
• Relais des Jeunes Gatinois – Camp de jour le semeur

Partners for Planning (P4P) invites you to join their FREE online webcast, Money Talks, on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 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

Please note: This session is in English only

Register today for Autism Ontario’s Journey to Adulthood virtual session on Wednesday, March 4 from 6:30 – 8 p.m.

This virtual session will provide caregivers with a broad overview of adult services, funding, and supports, along with key application dates.

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

Please note: This session is in English only.

The Ottawa School of Theatre (OST) is inviting families and clients of Service Coordination Support (SCS) to complete an optional survey to help shape French-language theatre programming for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Feedback from the survey will guide the development of inclusive offerings planned for the mid-to-late 2027 season.

Take the survey: https://forms.gle/jiFFFvUbMdwHSfZT6

For any questions, or inquiries, please contact megan@ost-eto.ca.

Transitioning to adulthood is a process that requires planning and preparation. This free two-part series from CHEO Foundational Family Services for teens with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and parents, covers a variety of topics related to preparing teens to become an adult.

• February 13, 2026 from 10 – 11:30 a.m. – Part 1 discusses concerns and challenges facing youth, and provides ideas on how to promote independence using Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) strategies.
• February 20, 2026 from 10 – 11:30 a.m. – Part 2 includes sharing tips for what makes for a good transition, including samples for completing paperwork, while also reviewing resources (apps, community and provincial resources, etc.) available for young adults with ASD and their families.

For more information, and to register, please visit the CHEO Foundational Family Services webpage.

The Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) is now accepting applications for capacity-building grants to support Family Support Networks (FSNs) across Ontario.

Funding is available to new and existing FSNs, as well as organizations that support family-led networks, serving family members and unpaid caregivers of adults with developmental disabilities. These grants aim to strengthen and expand peer support, information sharing, and community connections for caregivers and families. Access the application guidelines for more information.

The deadline to submit your application form is Friday, March 13, 2026 at 4 p.m.

Attend an optional virtual information session for new or returning applicants:

• Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 12 p.m.
• Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6 p.m.

For any questions or inquiries, please contact grants@ontariocaregiver.ca

The program is funded by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS).

Join the Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) on Thursday, February 19 from 12 – 1 p.m. for a free webinar discussing healthy aging for adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers.

Guest speakers Dr. Yona Lunsky (Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)) and Sandy Stemp (Reena) will discuss brain health and resources that support healthy aging and dementia prevention for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), and their caregivers.

To register, please visit the Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) website.

Please note that this session is available in English only. Questions can be directed to info@ontariocaregiver.ca.