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Community Engagement Speaker Series: MyJobMatch

…gagement Speaker Series highlights different topics of interest, providing education and information to individuals with disabilities, families, caregivers, and the community at large. This month, we are pleased to announce an insightful session from MyJobMatch. MyJobMatch is a service created for employers, job seekers with a disability, and employment support professionals to come together to track, match, and secure meaningful job opportunities…
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New Year, New Opportunities – Caregiver Support

…ead through and share widely with your clients and network.  Information & Education Sessions for Caregivers Understanding the Progression and Stages of Dementia – Thursday, January 9, 12:00-1:00pm See flyer for more details Comprendre la progression et les stades des troubles neurocognitifs (FRENCH) – Thursday, January 16, 12:00-1:00pm – See flyer for more details Nourishing Care: The Role of Nutrition in Caregiving – Thursday, February 27, 12:00…
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A National Caregiving Strategy for Canada [webinar]

…iver allowance to ease financial strain. Supporting caregivers in work and education with improved leave policies and benefits so that caregivers can take time off work and school when needed. Strengthening support for care recipients through simplified disability benefits and medical tax credits for essentials like groceries and rent. Building a sustainable paid care workforce with stronger protections and living wages for essential care workers….
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Life After Highschool [virtual workshop]

…d by Holland Bloorview & ConnectABILITY.ca  This workshop is geared for:  Families and youth/young adults between the ages of 16-26  Youth who are on diverse high school pathways including: students taking non-credit courses, on a certificate stream or in a special education program  Join us to discuss and explore:  Accessing employment supports and resources  Other learning options and programs  Related online community resources  Hearing from st…
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Brain Health-IDD Family Caregiver Course – Registration Now Open!

…t the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) are studying a virtual education program for aging adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), family caregivers, and service providers from across Canada. What participants are saying: “This brain health program taught me how to uncover the dynamic relationship between my lifestyle and my brain health. And how to understand the cognitive behaviour of the person I am taking car…
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St. Lawrence College Spring Open House

…ts, and current students in the Community Integration through Co-operative Education (CICE) program. Attendees are welcome to join us for a brief introductory chat or stay for the full Information Session, which is a mandatory step in the application process. We still have seat availability for September 2025. You will find us in our Tutoring Space – Room 270 – across from the Bookstore. The CICE Information Session will begin at 10:30 AM. Additio…
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Family Support Network for Employment Workshop

…ng or heading to high school who would like to understand how to create an educational path to employment opportunities during the school years and after graduation. Have the opportunity to Be Inspired, Learn, and Lead on Employment from: FSNE Ambassadors Families like your own Representatives from the high school and college levels of education Business professionals Members of support groups and more! “What is your dream for your child?” For mor…
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RiseAbility is expanding…

…welcoming, inclusive environment Developing key employable and life skills Education on employer expectations and workplace practices Hands-on workplace simulations Volunteer opportunities Assessment of Functional Living Skills (AFLS) progress reports Communication with parents or caregivers Guidance from experienced professionals Eligibility 18 years of age or older Diagnosed with developmental disabilities Able to commute to and from the program…
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