March 11
April is Autism Awareness Month! We will be celebrating diversity and promoting awareness to support individuals with autism in our community *Proceeds from this event will go to support I […]
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March 6
Extend-A-Family of Waterloo Region is receiving funding from Ontario to promote inclusive employment and improve services and supports for people with developmental disabilities. EAFWR will be partnering with The Working […]
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March 6
Many of us unintentionally make snap judgments about people based on what we see—whether it’s race, age, gender, religion, sexuality, or disability. Subconscious prejudice—called “implicit bias”—has profound implications for how […]
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February 26
March looks destined to come in like a lion, and I hope out like a lamb! Thankfully, there are tonnes of unique community happenings to distract us from the weather. The hardest part […]
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February 11
There are some great opportunities to get outside and enjoy free Family Day fun! In addition to Winterloo, Daiene Vernile (MPP for Kitchener Centre) is hosting a free skate at […]
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January 29
Please see the attached flyer for information on the second Passport Resource Information Fair being held Thursday, February 19 from 6:00pm – 8:00 pm. This is a great opportunity for families […]
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January 26
February – the month where some of us are fully enjoying winter in all its splendor, and others of us are counting down the days until spring. Either way, there are […]
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January 19
On January 31, 2015 from 9:30am—12pm, we encourage you to attend a housing workshop at Kitchener Mennonite Brethren Church. All adults with a disability in Waterloo Region are invited! Come […]
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January 19
On February 11, 2015 from 6pm-9pm, parents and caregivers of adults with a disability are invited to participate in a housing forum at The Family Centre Gym. All parents/caregivers of […]
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January 12
The Independent Living Centre of Waterloo Region has partnered with the City of Waterloo to offer an accessible swimming program at the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex. The link below shares all […]
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