March 24
Unfortunately, we have had to cancel the April 27th 8 week course in Conscious Care and Support (CCS) facilitated by Peter Marks due to low enrollment. A new class will be offered starting January 11th 2016 with the hope that the extended lead time will allow for a full roster. New Course Dates: January 11, 2106 […]
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March 12
As you may have heard, Jean Vanier has been awarded the prestigious Templeton Prize! This is great news for L’Arche and people who have a developmental disability around the world. The Templeton Prize is one of the world’s largest annual awards given to an individual. It honors a living person who has made exceptional contributions […]
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March 11
Watching at home is boring. Watching with new and old friends is awesome! Come cheer on the Toronto Maple Leafs as they take on the Ottawa Senators. DATE: March 21st , 2015 TIME: 7:00pm – End of Game PLACE: Gator’s Tail Check out details: Leaf Game march 2015
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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 Choose Dignity Tickets: $20, $15 for Students Date: April 10th, 2015 Time: Show starts at7:15pm *Doors open at 6pm Rock for Autism with Ryan McTavish […]
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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 Centre on this new initiative. Through the Developmental Services Employment and Modernization Fund, the province is investing in the following project: Community Based Employment Supports: Extend-A-Family […]
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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 we view and interact with others who are different from us. It can hinder a person’s ability to find a job, secure a loan, rent […]
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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 will be deciding which ones to do… Join in the excitement Saturday, March 7th – 9am to 4pm, Celebrate Women of Aviation. Try your hand at one […]
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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 the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium Kiwanis Park (400 East Ave, Kitchener) from 1:30-3:30pm. Warm refreshments will be served, everyone is welcome! Grand River Conservation Authority is […]
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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 to see what is available from the various community groups and support agencies in Waterloo Region!
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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 some wonderful activities to take advantage of this month, especially for Family Day weekend. So whether you try something new or attend an old favourite, […]
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