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This is a place for YOU to talk and connect about everything from the little stuff to the really big stuff, how you solved problems, found resources and found ways to make your dreams happen. Read more

What activities are you looking for? Each year another group of students who have an intellectual disability leave high school and begin to look for activities that will support their continued development and engagement in their communities. With this growing demand, community agencies are looking for ways to expand the availability of activities beyond their Read more

On March 29th, the Federal Government introduced its’ latest budget, which if passed will provide some significant improvements to the RDSP. Read this newsletter for more information: Special Needs Planner: Special Budget Edition 2012

A resource to provide a starting point for your journey through the maze that is Income Tax Preparation and Planning for people with a disability and their families. Read more

Diversity is a broad term that refers to the variety of differences among people. Ontario Healthy Communities Coalition definition of diversity is:
“Diversity is commonly understood in terms of dimensions that include but are not limited to race, age, place of origin, religion, ancestry, Aboriginal status, skin colour, citizenship, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, disability/ability, marital, parental or family status, same-sex partnership status, creed, language, educational background, literacy level, geographic location, income level, cultural tradition and work experience”. Read more

Where: 61 Curlew Street, Toronto Units 1400-1630
When: March 6, 2012 from 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM

The open house will include a tour of the facility, an outline of what a typical day would be like for clients, a review of the application process and a question and answer period.

All individuals regardless of the complexities of their needs, including those with complex behaviours will not be turned away from Enhanced Day Program.

RSVP edayprogram@gmail.com or 416-805-2871. Visit www.edayprogram.com for more information.

Free Webinar: February 8, 2012 from 7PM -8:30PM

Back by popular demand, this Inclusive Education webinar series will be of interest to parents and professionals alike and will include topics ranging from the importance of holding a vision to understanding the use of technology in the classroom. It is designed to explore the value of inclusive education practices for students who have an intellectual disability, provide information on how to navigate through the educational system, and rejuvenate the hope of families as they come to know that good inclusive practices do exist and that there is evidence to show that all children, with and without disabilities, benefit from inclusive education.

Click here to register

A New Story is emerging across Canada. Part of this story involves the creation of individualized supports and strengthening communities through the presence and participation of all citizens. Come and join us to learn and practice how to facilitate the New Story with people who need and want support to participate. February 21, 22, 23 Read more

Commence is a conference designed to inspire professionals and educators in their efforts to support young adults who have an intellectual disability to achieve success in their final years of high school and as they transition into the adult world.
The conference is Feb 8-9 at Sheraton Parkway in North Toronto.
You can view the program here and register for the conference here.

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