Developmental Services Advisory Council – Toronto (DS Council)
Who We Are
DS Council – Toronto represents the point of view of individuals with an Intellectual developmental disability and their families, on matters relating to their overall well-being.
Developmental Services Council advocates for people with intellectual developmental disabilities and their families but does not advocate for individual cases or represent individuals. Concerns about any one person’s situation should be raised with Developmental Services Toronto Region.
What We Do
We work to make life better for adults with Intellectual developmental disabilities, their families, and the Toronto community.
We listen to people and families, talk about problems, share ideas, and give advice to the Ministry and service agencies.
Meetings
We usually meet once a month.
Members help make decisions by talking together. Members may spend up to 15 hours a month on Council work.
Examples of Our Work
In the past, the Council has written a report about Aging and Lifelong Care and created training for self-advocates.
Contact
Join the DS Advisory Council – Toronto
Have Your Voice Heard!
What Is the DS Council – Toronto?
The Developmental Services Council – Toronto represents the point of view of individuals with an Intellectual developmental disability and their families, on matters relating to their overall well-being.
We share advice with:
- The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS)
- Developmental Service agencies in Toronto
Why Join? Your voice matters!
When you join the Council, you can:
- Share your ideas and experiences
- Speak up about what is working and what is not
- Help improve services for people with disabilities
- Make a difference in your community
Who Can Join?
We welcome people from the community, including:
- People with Intellectual developmental disabilities (self‑advocates)
- Family members
- Community members
- People who work in developmental services
What Is Involved?
- Meetings usually happen once a month
- Members join a committee or work group
- You may spend up to 15 hours a month
What We Care About
We work to improve life for:
- Adults with Intellectual developmental disabilities
- Families of people with intellectual developmental disabilities
- Toronto community members
Want to Learn More or Join?
We would love to hear from you! Email: DSCouncil.Toronto@gmail.com