Christmas Jingles Online!

Get ready to sprinkle some holiday magic from home with Christmas Jingles — a joyful virtual program full of fun, creativity, and festive cheer!

You’ll enjoy:
🎅 Christmas baking
🎨 Holiday crafts
🎶 Music & surprises
🎁 Gift-making
🎄 Advent calendar fun… and more!

Pick the time that works best for you:

🌞 Morning Option
Wednesdays | Nov 26 – Dec 17 | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

👉 Click here to register for Christmas Jingles: Morning Option on MCH

🌙 Evening Option

Thursdays | Nov 27 – Dec 18 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

👉 Click here to register for Christmas Jingles: Evening Option on MCH

💻 Virtual (Toronto-based)
💲 $275 for the full session

See flyer for more details

If you have any questions, just give us a call at 416-633-0614 or email torontocps@karis.org.

Let’s make this holiday season extra bright — we’d love to have you join us!

Respite Day – Bryan’s Place (OCT 26) LAST SPOTS Available!

We are excited to invite you to our Respite Day 2025 at Bryan’s Place!

This is a wonderful opportunity for kids of all ages to enjoy fun activities while families take some well-deserved time for themselves.

🗓 Date: October 26
⏰ Time: Sundays from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
💲 Registration Fee: $65 per day
📍 Location: 2238 Dundas Street West, Unit 102, Toronto, ON

✨ Activities include:

Arts and Crafts
Music
Games
Meditation
Dog Therapy

If you would like to register, please email us at programs@bryansplace.ca.

LAST SPOTS available!!!

Understanding the Disability Tax Credit [webcast]

WHEN: October 29, 2025 at 7pm

Applying for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) is an essential first step in financial planning for people with disabilities. This credit not only reduces the tax burden for the individual or their caregiver, but also opens the door to other valuable credits and programs, including the new Canada Disability Benefit which rolled out in July 2025.

Join us on October 29th, 2025 at 7pm EDT for an UPDATED webcast which provides critical information to help you better understand the DTC and how you can maximize your benefits.

What’s in it for you:

Overview of the benefits of the DTC
Guidance on how to apply for the DTC
Review of the DTC and the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP)
Review of the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB)
Overview of Service Navigation across Canada.
Insights on the impact of a disability vs. diagnosis in eligibility for the DTC
Tips for completing the T2201 form

Panelists:

Cynthia Minh

Cynthia works as Program Manager and Outreach Coordinator at Disability Alliance BC’s Access RDSP Program in partnership with Plan Institute and the BC Aboriginal Network on Disability Society (BCANDS).

Dr. Wayne MacLeod

Wayne is a family physician with an interest in helping Canadians with disabilities apply for the Disability Tax Credit. He started offering this service because so many Canadians are without a family doctor, and has since learned that people applying for this important credit face a number of barriers while trying to access it.

Skills Development Project: Building our Future

Down Syndrome Foundation Canada is launching a new pilot training program in partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Labour’s Skills Development Fund. This program will train people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to become Supported Co-Workers, giving them hands-on experience and opening doors to rewarding careers in the skilled trades.

We are excited to be introducing a second Cohort for the Skills Development program. Please find the attached flyer with all the information.

See flyer for more information

EveryBody can Swim

Access Ability in Action & Quality Participation Enrichment Program

Discover friendship, enjoy swimming, and build fitness through a program that promotes teamwork, sparks engagement, and creates a true sense of belonging.

For Ages 21+ $70 ($10/per session)

Every Wednesday 1:00pm-2:00pm October 29 to December 10

Variety Village Pool
3701 Danforth Avenue, Scarborough

Get familiar with aquatic based sport & recreation!

For program inquiries and registration, please contact: Volunteers & Outreach Program jthieu@varietyontario.ca 416 699 7167 ext. 249

See flyer for more details

Community Engagement Speaker Series: Micro Boards Ontario

WHEN: November 12 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Learn more about Microboards – Microboards are an excellent succession planning tool and a way to ensure your family member is supported into the future. Microboards can also support families now and have a positive impact on both the person and family. Learn how they work, how you can create one and if it is right for your family member.

This session will include a live Q&A

To register for this free webinar, please e-mail: tom.gaspar@cltoronto.ca

Respecting Rights Virtual Coffee and Advocacy Self-Advocates Meeting

Respecting Rights and ARCH Disability Law Centre is hosting our monthly Coffee and Advocacy meeting on Friday, October 17^th at 2:00 PM held virtually on Zoom. This meeting is for adults who identify with having an intellectual or developmental disability and live in Toronto. This meeting will be focused on learning about accessibility laws and talking about why accessibility is important especially around the holidays!

Support persons are welcome to join if supporting someone to attend.

To register, email Jessica at Jessica.field@arch.clcj.ca

Paving the path to Work

This program is designed to empower individuals with disabilities who are motivated to explore employment and volunteer opportunities. Participants build essential soft skills in an inclusive, interactive learning environment that supports their career and volunteer goals.

🌟 Program Highlights:

Group and individual activities focused on:
- Personal Management
- Communication
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Problem Solving
- Success on the Job
Tech4Good Presentation (Week 3): Online safety, social media, and accessibility in technology.
Virtual workplace tours and the possibility of an in-person site visit.
Hybrid delivery: Attend in-person (North York office) or virtually — both formats run concurrently.
Class size: 12–15 participants in person to ensure personalized support.

🗓 Program Schedule:

Start Date: Tuesday, October 14
Days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Breaks: 10-minute break every hour 🧃
Location: March of Dimes Canada – Toronto Office
99 Duncan Mill Road, Toronto, ON M3B 1Z2

We can still accept service users into the second week of class, so there’s time to join!

✅ Important Notes:

Participants currently working with another Employment Ontario service provider are welcome. There is no conflict, and March of Dimes Canada will not register them as clients.

Certification is awarded based on active attendance and participation. This is a valuable opportunity for your clients to strengthen their soft skills, earn a credential, and continue their employment journey with your support.

Please find the program flyer attached. I would greatly appreciate it if you could share it with your clients.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out:
📞 437-836-4891

📧 adearinglahn@marchofdimes.ca

See flyer for more details

Annual face-to-face Family Advocacy Network meeting

WHEN: Monday Oct 20, 2025, 7:00 pm-9:00 pm

RSVP mandatory space is limited $5.00 @ the door

2 panelists & moderator, followed by 4 smaller group discussions, professionally facilitated

Meet other caregivers; Share our journeys: Support each other

All are welcome;

Location: 4600 Bathurst Street

Intersections: Grief Peer-Support

Registration is open for Intersections: a grief peer-support group for teens on the autism spectrum and/or with intellectual disabilities. Through a series of six online programs, teenagers will gain insight about complex emotions; apply methods to creatively express and process grief and loss; develop coping strategies; and build community with peers who have had similar experiences. This online, interactive series aims to empower neurodivergent teens with the tools and support they need as they navigate grief related to the death or dying of a loved one.

To express interest in participating in this series: https://wkf.ms/3Dpt2pA

No cost. Spaces limited. Canadian residents, ages 13-18, delivered via zoom.

Saturdays, Oct 18 – Nov 22 from 1-2pm ET

This initiative was prepared by Recreational Respite in partnership with the Bereaved Families of Ontario -Toronto and Autism Canada.

See flyer for more details