Community Living Ontario
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We're a non-profit provincial association that has been advocating for people who have an intellectual disability and their families for 70+ years. We work alongside 120+ local agencies and advocate on behalf of more than 100,000 people across Ontario.
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Mark your calendars 🗓️ The Fall Advocacy Update is happening October 23! Learn how Community Living Ontario and OASIS are advancing the #WaitingToBelong campaign and key advocacy strategies. Don’t miss this important conversation.

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Mark your calendars 🗓️ The Fall Advocacy Update is happening October 23! Learn how Community Living Ontario and OASIS are advancing the #WaitingToBelong campaign and key advocacy strategies. Don’t miss this important conversation.

Register now:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Bon4Whe0R1CvEcNsNzMckg?fbclid=IwY2xjawNTTiVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFlTm13ejdxQ2FiRmpoVUpvAR5czWRfgCQoY2qWPxsPSESCHpLwTKQTaDtG0DgqWlAAI96H9QwZ8pjybM75xQ_aem_OmkLO-2tiRzP4_VbvQckNA#/registration
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Join us for an engaging webinar led by Community Living Toronto on their vision on the future of inclusive housing.

Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Join us for an engaging webinar led by Community Living Toronto on their vision on the future of inclusive housing. 

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/nm08xOaZSWm0CoVF1XAZPA?fbclid=IwY2xjawNR98JleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF5cWg4V2JkTjJSR2hIdVhuAR5iMGvDDyE6qmnLCLiIoGc3GxtsCQoISE71rgxjpJwJri-Ui7dafi5QQdPQFg_aem_SxdjGeMKt5RflorubX1-3w#/registration
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When Noah joined the Student Links mentoring program, his passion for broadcasting came to life. From touring a radio station to sitting in the CTV anchor chair, he discovered how meaningful connections can spark new possibilities.

Learn more about Student Links 👉 bit.ly/CLOStudentLinks
When Noah joined the Student Links mentoring program, his passion for broadcasting came to life. From touring a radio station to sitting in the CTV anchor chair, he discovered how meaningful connections can spark new possibilities.

Learn more about Student Links 👉  bit.ly/CLOStudentLinks
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Together with our RWA team, we’re proud to continue advancing opportunities and possibilities for people with intellectual disabilities in Ontario.
Connect with our labour market facilitators here ➡️ communitylivingontario.ca/get-involved...
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October is #NationalDisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth — a time to honour inclusive workplaces and the changemakers leading the way.

CLO’s RWA team connects businesses with incredible talent every day. One success story: The Whalesbone in Ottawa.

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Whalesbone: A Champion for Inclusive Hiring in Ottawa’s Food and Hospitality Industry – ready, willing, and able
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In this week’s edition of Update Friday, learn about CLO Council’s fall advocacy efforts, inclusive employment strategies and more! Read the full edition: bit.ly/UF-Oct-3-2025

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In this week’s edition of Update Friday, learn about CLO Council’s fall advocacy efforts, inclusive employment strategies and more! Read the full edition: bit.ly/UF-Oct-3-2025

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We share our heartfelt thanks to Indigenous artist & smoke dancer Joe from CL Six Nations for creating artwork, purchased by CLO, and presented to the 2025 #IPAwards recipients, and to Johnny Brown for his insightful thanksgiving opening & leading a beautiful closing ceremony with his team.
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Each year, #CLOConference closes with reflection and ceremony led by Indigenous artists and knowledge keepers. This year, we were moved to see so many wearing orange in honour of #OrangeShirtDay and the children, Survivors, and families impacted by residential schools.
Each year, #CLOConference closes with reflection and ceremony led by Indigenous artists and knowledge keepers. This year, we were moved to see so many wearing orange in honour of #OrangeShirtDay and the children, Survivors, and families impacted by residential schools.
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In this week’s edition of Update Friday, a wrap up of the 2025 Inspiring Possibilities AGM & Conference, welcoming in our new Council and Board members, and more. Read the full edition: bit.ly/UF-Sep-26-2025
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Update Friday - Feature Story: 2025 Inspiring Possibilities AGM & Conference Wrap Up. Community Living Ontario
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👏 Big congratulations to our 2025 Inspiring Possibilities Award recipients! Their leadership and innovation are creating more inclusive communities across Ontario. We also thank and honour every nominator and nominee.

Read the full press release ➡️ communitylivingontario.ca/press-releas...
Big congratulations to our 2025 Inspiring Possibilities Award recipients! Their leadership and innovation are creating more inclusive communities across Ontario. We also thank and honour every nominator and nominee.

Read the full press release ➡️ https://communitylivingontario.ca/press-release-community-living-ontario-celebrates-2025-inspiring-possibilities-award-recipients/
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In this week’s edition of Update Friday, see you next week for our conference, Update Friday going on hiatus, and more. Read the full edition: bit.ly/UF-Sep-12-2025

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Update Friday Featured Story: See You Next Week for Our 2025 Inspiring Possibilities AGM & Conference!
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In this week’s edition of Update Friday, revisit our Crisis in the Classroom report, share your challenges with RDSPs, and more. Read the full edition: bit.ly/UF-Sep-5-2025

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Update Friday Featured Story: Share Your Challenges With Registered Disability Savings Plans
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In this week’s edition of Update Friday, explore our Special Education Guide, learn about 'The Truths of Institutionalization,' and more. Read the full edition: bit.ly/UF-Aug-29-2025

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Update Friday Featured Story: Explore Our Special Education Guide
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Are you worried that your child might be excluded because their school doesn’t have the resources to meet their needs? Check out the ‘Right to be in School’ section of our guide on special education.

specialeducationguide.communitylivingontario.ca/chapter-7/

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Are you worried that your child might be excluded because their school doesn’t have the resources to meet their needs? Check out the ‘Right to be in School’ section of our guide on special education. 

https://specialeducationguide.communitylivingontario.ca/chapter-7/ 

#BackToSchoolResources
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Looking for information on Individualized Education Plans? Check out our handy guide on IEPs.

specialeducationguide.communitylivingontario.ca/chapter-4/

#BackToSchoolResources
Looking for information on Individualized Education Plans? Check out our handy guide on IEPs. 

https://specialeducationguide.communitylivingontario.ca/chapter-4/ 

#BackToSchoolResources
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Looking to dive deeper into expert resources on education for children with disabilities? Check out the ‘other resources’ section of our guide on special education. specialeducationguide.communitylivingontario.ca/chapter-8/

#BackToSchoolResources
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Facing barriers to getting the support your child needs in school? Check out our guide on ‘who does what’ in special education.

specialeducationguide.communitylivingontario.ca/chapter-3/

#BackToSchoolResource
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In this week’s edition of Update Friday, get ready for our conference keynote featuring Madison Tevlin, mentorship opportunities in Toronto, and more. Read the full edition: bit.ly/UF-Aug-22-2025

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Update Friday Featured Story: Get Ready for Our Conference Keynote Featuring Madison Tevlin
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Our Council members have been out across the province this summer, leading, inspiring, and making an impact. Catch the highlights from their advocacy work: bit.ly/Council-News...
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In this week’s edition of Update Friday, check out our conference agenda, see mentorship opportunities in Kingston, and more. Read the full edition: bit.ly/UF-Aug-15-2025

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Update Friday Featured Story: Check Out Our Conference Agenda
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Calling mentors in the Kingston region!

Student Links is seeking kind and passionate individuals from all walks of life to share their skills and interests with local students who have intellectual disabilities.

Please reach out to Adrian Soyic at [email protected] to learn more.
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In this week’s edition of Update Friday, help push Lucas de Sousa over the finish line, watch a webinar recording from Inclusion Canada, and more. Read the full edition: bit.ly/UF-Aug-8-2025

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Update Friday Featured Story: Help Push Lucas de Sousa Over the Finish Line
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From Rookie of the Year on the ice to hands-on learning at a wildlife rescue, Evelyn is exploring her love for animals, photography, and woodworking through Student Links. Her journey is just getting started and we’re excited to see where it leads!

Learn more bit.ly/CLOStudentLinks
From Rookie of the Year on the ice to hands-on learning at a wildlife rescue, Evelyn is exploring her love for animals, photography, and woodworking through Student Links. Her journey is just getting started and we’re excited to see where it leads!
 
Learn more bit.ly/CLOStudentLinks
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Lucas is cycling coast to coast to champion inclusion. 💙 He’s almost at the finish line and your support can help him get there.

🚴‍♂️ Donate now to uplift people with intellectual disabilities across Ontario: bit.ly/Coast2Coast4CL
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In this week’s edition of Update Friday, a Whitby mother struggles to find solution for son's education, a successful Student Links mentorship story, and more. Read the full edition: bit.ly/UF-Aug-1-2025

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Update Friday Featured Story: Whitby Mother Struggles to Find Solution for Son's Education