Community Living Ontario
@clontario.bsky.social
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.
In this week’s edition of Update Friday, Family Leadership Retreat, Waiting To Belong Petition grows, and more! Read the full edition: bit.ly/43EkAgc
November 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM
In this week’s edition of Update Friday, Family Leadership Retreat, Waiting To Belong Petition grows, and more! Read the full edition: bit.ly/43EkAgc
Over the past five years, changes to Ontario's system of employment support services have steadily eroded the ability of service providers to assist people with disabilities to find and keep work. Read more communitylivingontario.ca/employment-s...
Employment Support Services in Ontario - Under pressure, Underperforming, Underwhelming - Community Living Ontario
Will anything change after more than five years of criticism? Community Living Ontario has published two reports on Ontario Progressive Conservative changes to employment programs (now called 'Integrated Employment Services') over the past few years. The reports were published in partnership with the Ontario Disability Employment Network (ODEN) under the banner of "Tangled in Red Tape," and they offer a discouraging picture.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Over the past five years, changes to Ontario's system of employment support services have steadily eroded the ability of service providers to assist people with disabilities to find and keep work. Read more communitylivingontario.ca/employment-s...
Our Student Links coordinator Sharon helped a Toronto student with an intellectual disability turn his love of transit into a real learning moment. She arranged a visit with two TTC constables who explained how the system works and introduced him to future opportunities. bit.ly/CLOStudentLinks
November 20, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Our Student Links coordinator Sharon helped a Toronto student with an intellectual disability turn his love of transit into a real learning moment. She arranged a visit with two TTC constables who explained how the system works and introduced him to future opportunities. bit.ly/CLOStudentLinks
Over 53,000 adults with developmental disabilities in Ontario are still waiting for the support they deserve. Some have waited more than a decade. No one should have to wait this long to belong. Learn more at Waiting2Belong.ca
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November 19, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Over 53,000 adults with developmental disabilities in Ontario are still waiting for the support they deserve. Some have waited more than a decade. No one should have to wait this long to belong. Learn more at Waiting2Belong.ca
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In this week’s edition of Update Friday, learn about our new public awareness campaign, CBC Launches Disability Life and more. Read the full edition: bit.ly/UF-Nov-14-2025
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November 14, 2025 at 5:40 PM
In this week’s edition of Update Friday, learn about our new public awareness campaign, CBC Launches Disability Life and more. Read the full edition: bit.ly/UF-Nov-14-2025
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More than 53,000 adults with intellectual disabilities in Ontario are still waiting for vital services. Decades of delay have left too many at risk of homelessness, exploitation, and poverty. This cannot continue. Sign the petition today at Waiting2Belong.ca.
#WaitingToBelong #DSsector
#WaitingToBelong #DSsector
November 12, 2025 at 5:23 PM
More than 53,000 adults with intellectual disabilities in Ontario are still waiting for vital services. Decades of delay have left too many at risk of homelessness, exploitation, and poverty. This cannot continue. Sign the petition today at Waiting2Belong.ca.
#WaitingToBelong #DSsector
#WaitingToBelong #DSsector
Today, CLO along with our partners at OASIS, and member agencies across the province, are launching our 2025 Fall Awareness Campaign. This brand new PSA will help us raise awareness and call for change! You can help by sharing this PSA with your network. youtu.be/PmlJH93O8iE?...
#WaitingToBelong Public Service Announcement (November 2025)
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November 12, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Today, CLO along with our partners at OASIS, and member agencies across the province, are launching our 2025 Fall Awareness Campaign. This brand new PSA will help us raise awareness and call for change! You can help by sharing this PSA with your network. youtu.be/PmlJH93O8iE?...
Join us on Nov 25 at 2 p.m. ET for Creating Support Models for an Inclusive Vertical Community. We’ll explore real case studies, innovative support models, unbundling resources, and how technology is reshaping inclusive living in vertical communities.
Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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November 10, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Join us on Nov 25 at 2 p.m. ET for Creating Support Models for an Inclusive Vertical Community. We’ll explore real case studies, innovative support models, unbundling resources, and how technology is reshaping inclusive living in vertical communities.
Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Through our Student Links Initiative, Brianna worked with dog trainer Chip Kean at Kean’s K9 Obedience Training. With more than 40 years of experience, Chip guided her through a four-week puppy training class, teaching her patience, skill, and confidence.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Through our Student Links Initiative, Brianna worked with dog trainer Chip Kean at Kean’s K9 Obedience Training. With more than 40 years of experience, Chip guided her through a four-week puppy training class, teaching her patience, skill, and confidence.
bit.ly/CLOStudentLi...
bit.ly/CLOStudentLi...
In this week’s edition of Update Friday, new federal budget announced, member success stories, and more. Read the full edition: bit.ly/4owYDrI
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November 7, 2025 at 6:45 PM
In this week’s edition of Update Friday, new federal budget announced, member success stories, and more. Read the full edition: bit.ly/4owYDrI
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The Council of Community Living Ontario (CLO) spent three impactful days at the CLO Conference in London, Ontario, advancing advocacy, inclusion, and leadership.
Find out what they’ve been up to this fall: bit.ly/Council-Newsletter-Fall-2025
Find out what they’ve been up to this fall: bit.ly/Council-Newsletter-Fall-2025
November 7, 2025 at 5:53 PM
The Council of Community Living Ontario (CLO) spent three impactful days at the CLO Conference in London, Ontario, advancing advocacy, inclusion, and leadership.
Find out what they’ve been up to this fall: bit.ly/Council-Newsletter-Fall-2025
Find out what they’ve been up to this fall: bit.ly/Council-Newsletter-Fall-2025
Almost 65,000 children and youth are waiting for support through the Ontario Autism Program, affecting their school readiness. At the same time, many schools remain unprepared for neurodiverse learners.
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Kids Not Ready for School, Schools Not Ready for Kids - Community Living Ontario
Autism and Early Education in Ontario Community Living Ontario’s Crisis in the Classroom report paints a disturbing picture of students with disabilities being isolated, physically restrained, and exc...
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November 7, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Almost 65,000 children and youth are waiting for support through the Ontario Autism Program, affecting their school readiness. At the same time, many schools remain unprepared for neurodiverse learners.
Read more communitylivingontario.ca/kids-not-rea...
Read more communitylivingontario.ca/kids-not-rea...
We are at #RDC25 from Nov 3-5. Are you here too?
Come say hello and get a sweet treat!
We’re looking forward to connect, share more about CLO’s initiatives and advocacy work alongside people with intellectual disabilities, and learn about the great work happening across the province.
Come say hello and get a sweet treat!
We’re looking forward to connect, share more about CLO’s initiatives and advocacy work alongside people with intellectual disabilities, and learn about the great work happening across the province.
November 4, 2025 at 1:30 PM
We are at #RDC25 from Nov 3-5. Are you here too?
Come say hello and get a sweet treat!
We’re looking forward to connect, share more about CLO’s initiatives and advocacy work alongside people with intellectual disabilities, and learn about the great work happening across the province.
Come say hello and get a sweet treat!
We’re looking forward to connect, share more about CLO’s initiatives and advocacy work alongside people with intellectual disabilities, and learn about the great work happening across the province.
Explore the history of institutions in Canada with our Truths of Institutionalization: Past and Present curriculum.
Learn more and access the curriculum 👉 truthsofinstitutionalization.ca
For more info or to book a workshop, contact Leshona Lennard at llennard@communitylivingontario.ca.
Learn more and access the curriculum 👉 truthsofinstitutionalization.ca
For more info or to book a workshop, contact Leshona Lennard at llennard@communitylivingontario.ca.
November 3, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Explore the history of institutions in Canada with our Truths of Institutionalization: Past and Present curriculum.
Learn more and access the curriculum 👉 truthsofinstitutionalization.ca
For more info or to book a workshop, contact Leshona Lennard at llennard@communitylivingontario.ca.
Learn more and access the curriculum 👉 truthsofinstitutionalization.ca
For more info or to book a workshop, contact Leshona Lennard at llennard@communitylivingontario.ca.
In this week’s edition of Update Friday, Have your say in Ontario’s review of the Poverty Reduction Strategy, Student Links success story, and more! Read the full edition: bit.ly/4ojetGr
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October 31, 2025 at 6:41 PM
In this week’s edition of Update Friday, Have your say in Ontario’s review of the Poverty Reduction Strategy, Student Links success story, and more! Read the full edition: bit.ly/4ojetGr
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Spotlighting Erica — a true example of inclusive employment in action.
With support from our Labour Market Facilitator, she completed training and began working at the LCBO’s Summerhill location. She quickly proved her reliability and strong work ethic.
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With support from our Labour Market Facilitator, she completed training and began working at the LCBO’s Summerhill location. She quickly proved her reliability and strong work ethic.
communitylivingontario.ca/get-involved...
October 30, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Spotlighting Erica — a true example of inclusive employment in action.
With support from our Labour Market Facilitator, she completed training and began working at the LCBO’s Summerhill location. She quickly proved her reliability and strong work ethic.
communitylivingontario.ca/get-involved...
With support from our Labour Market Facilitator, she completed training and began working at the LCBO’s Summerhill location. She quickly proved her reliability and strong work ethic.
communitylivingontario.ca/get-involved...
In this week’s edition of Update Friday, RWA Success Stories, Employment Webinar upcoming, and more! Read the full edition: bit.ly/3Jeq7TE
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October 24, 2025 at 6:42 PM
In this week’s edition of Update Friday, RWA Success Stories, Employment Webinar upcoming, and more! Read the full edition: bit.ly/3Jeq7TE
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The wait is over! 🎉
Our first Real Talk episode is NOW LIVE. Hear youth voices take on the topic of bullying and belonging.
Tune in: youtu.be/AeNZ3kYhI3M?...
Our first Real Talk episode is NOW LIVE. Hear youth voices take on the topic of bullying and belonging.
Tune in: youtu.be/AeNZ3kYhI3M?...
Real Talk Podcast | Episode 1: Let’s Talk About Bullying (And How to Stop It)
YouTube video by Community Living Ontario
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October 24, 2025 at 2:29 PM
The wait is over! 🎉
Our first Real Talk episode is NOW LIVE. Hear youth voices take on the topic of bullying and belonging.
Tune in: youtu.be/AeNZ3kYhI3M?...
Our first Real Talk episode is NOW LIVE. Hear youth voices take on the topic of bullying and belonging.
Tune in: youtu.be/AeNZ3kYhI3M?...
CLO’s Council is pleased to announce the election of its new leadership team! 🎉
Congratulations to President Niko Pupella and Vice-President Judy Noonan on their appointments. We look forward to their continued leadership and dedication to advancing inclusion and belonging across Ontario.
Congratulations to President Niko Pupella and Vice-President Judy Noonan on their appointments. We look forward to their continued leadership and dedication to advancing inclusion and belonging across Ontario.
October 23, 2025 at 4:49 PM
CLO’s Council is pleased to announce the election of its new leadership team! 🎉
Congratulations to President Niko Pupella and Vice-President Judy Noonan on their appointments. We look forward to their continued leadership and dedication to advancing inclusion and belonging across Ontario.
Congratulations to President Niko Pupella and Vice-President Judy Noonan on their appointments. We look forward to their continued leadership and dedication to advancing inclusion and belonging across Ontario.
In case you missed it: In last week’s edition of Update Friday, How to be a better leader workshops, CLO Council welcomes new President and VP, and more! Read the full edition: bit.ly/3KZN9y3
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October 20, 2025 at 1:54 PM
In case you missed it: In last week’s edition of Update Friday, How to be a better leader workshops, CLO Council welcomes new President and VP, and more! Read the full edition: bit.ly/3KZN9y3
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Join our upcoming webinar to learn about the latest developments in employment services for people with intellectual disabilities in Ontario.
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October 15, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Join our upcoming webinar to learn about the latest developments in employment services for people with intellectual disabilities in Ontario.
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@clontario.bsky.social (CLO), in collaboration with @rwaworks.bsky.social (RWA) is proud to celebrate the impact of inclusive employment this #NationalDisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth.
October 14, 2025 at 3:50 PM
@clontario.bsky.social (CLO), in collaboration with @rwaworks.bsky.social (RWA) is proud to celebrate the impact of inclusive employment this #NationalDisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth.
Last weekend, our Student Links team hosted its first-ever GTA Community Appreciation Lunch, bringing together students, families, mentors, and community partners to share stories, laughter, and inspiration.
October 11, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Last weekend, our Student Links team hosted its first-ever GTA Community Appreciation Lunch, bringing together students, families, mentors, and community partners to share stories, laughter, and inspiration.
In this week’s edition of Update Friday, learn about CLO and Inclusion Canada's call for urgent action amid labour disputes, National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and more! Read the full edition: bit.ly/3KIbB6Y
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October 10, 2025 at 7:35 PM
In this week’s edition of Update Friday, learn about CLO and Inclusion Canada's call for urgent action amid labour disputes, National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and more! Read the full edition: bit.ly/3KIbB6Y
Sign up to our newsletter: bit.ly/Subscribe-To-UF
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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: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Register now: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
October 8, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Register now: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...