June 6
Dear EAFWR Community, For the month of June, we invite you to join us to recognize several important Days of Significance that bring reflection, celebration and connection. This month, we highlight Pride Month, Eid ul-Adha, National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day. Pride Month Pride Month is held in June. We proudly stand with the 2SLGBTQIA+ community — […]
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May 1
Dear EAFWR Community, As we enter the month of May, we invite you to join us in reflecting, celebrating, and learning through several important observances: MMIWG2S Awareness Day, Community Living Month, Mental Health Awareness Month, and Asian and South Asian Heritage Month. May 5 – National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2-Spirit People […]
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April 5
Join us for Voices in Action: Empowering Inclusive Change Together, a conference for self-advocates and direct support people, presented by Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region, on April 4 and 5, 2025. Download the conference flyer Learn more about the conference: https://www.eafwr.on.ca/dsp-self-advocacy-conference-2025/ Plese use the form below to register. Registration is on a first come, first served basis. […]
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April 4
Join us for Voices in Action: Empowering Inclusive Change Together, a conference for self-advocates and direct support people, presented by Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region, on April 4 and 5, 2025. Download the conference flyer Learn more about the conference: https://www.eafwr.on.ca/dsp-self-advocacy-conference-2025/ Plese use the form below to register. Registration is on a first come, first served basis. […]
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April 1
Dear EAFWR Community, As we step into April, we recognize several important Days of Significance that bring awareness, celebration, and reflection. This month, we highlight World Autism Awareness Day, Bengali New Year/Tamil New Year/Vaisakhi, Easter, and Earth Day. April 2 – World Autism Awareness Day A day to increase understanding, acceptance, and support for individuals […]
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March 1
As part of our ongoing recognition of Days of Significance, March brings us three important observances: Disability Day of Mourning, International Women’s Day, and Eid ul-Fitr. Below, you’ll find information on each, along with resources and community events to engage with. Disability Day of Mourning – March 1 On March 1st, we pause to […]
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February 19
Thank you for your interest! Registration is now closed for our conference. Join us on April 4 and 5, 2025 for Voices in Action: Empowering Inclusive Change Together, a conference for self-advocates and direct support people, presented by Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. This year’s conference will focus on helping participants develop and nurture the critical skill […]
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February 1
As February begins, we are excited to highlight the meaningful Days of Significance we are observing for February: Black Heritage Month, Lunar New Year, and the beginning of Ramadan. These occasions offer an opportunity for us to learn, reflect, and engage with the diverse cultures and experiences that enrich our workplace and community. Black Heritage […]
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December 3
Dear Friend of Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region, At Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region, we envision a community where everyone belongs and is valued for their contributions. With your partnership, we are making this vision a reality. Your support has provided equitable access to vital programs that help foster relationships, create belonging, and build community networks. Your donations led […]
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October 16
All-Brite Chip In for Charity Event Have a chip in your windshield? Get it repaired for free! Join us on Saturday October 19 from 9am-1pm at All-Brite Glass & Tint and have your windshield chip repaired for FREE ($100 value), with a donation to Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. Donations can be made by cash, credit or cheque, and […]
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