March 4
Join us for Voices at the Table: Advocacy in Everyday Spaces, a conference for self-advocates and direct support people, presented by Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region, on June 5, 2026. Download the conference flyer Learn more and register for the conference: https://www.eafwr.on.ca/dsp-self-advocacy-conference-2026/ Registration is on a first come, first served basis. The deadline to register is Wednesday […]
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January 27
Everyone deserves a great match Looking for a date? Join us for our Better Together Speed Dating Social, where you can meet potential romantic partners in an inclusive and fun setting. This event is open to all adults with a disability and inclusive of all gender identities and sexual orientations – all are welcome! When: […]
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December 2
Dear Friend, At Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region, we believe in a simple but powerful vision: a community where everyone belongs and is valued for their unique contributions. Thanks to your generosity, this vision is becoming reality every day. Your support has opened doors for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families—creating spaces where isolation turns into […]
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October 14
All-Brite Chip In for Charity Event Have a chip in your windshield? Get it repaired for free! Join us on Thursday October 16 from 3-6pm 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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October 14
Three members of the team at Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region have joined the Victorious Secrets hockey team competing in the Hockey Helps the Homeless tournament at RIM Park. All funds raised at the tournament on October 24, 2025, are granted to six local beneficiaries: oneROOF Youth Services, House of Friendship, YW Kitchener-Waterloo, Starling Community Services, Cambridge […]
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September 4
Dear EAFWR Community, With September comes the beginning of fall, and Days of Significance that bring renewal, celebration, reflection and remembrance. This month, we highlight Rosh Hashanah, Durga Puja and National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Rosh Hashanah – September 22 – 24 Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year, celebrating the anniversary of the world’s creation and humanity’s relationship […]
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July 25
July 25, 2025 NEWS RELEASE Kitchener, ON – On Friday, Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region (EAFWR) welcomed members of the public to celebrate their Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) grant. Local MPP Aislinn Clancy was on hand to congratulate staff and participants and hear more about how a $167,500 Resilient Communities grant has been invested into providing pre-employment […]
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July 2
Representatives of Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region (EAFWR) were thrilled to be present for Habitat for Humanity Waterloo Region’s groundbreaking June 26th “Build Now” announcement. We are proud to be a partner in the transformative University Avenue East project, which will bring over 1,000 much-needed attainable and affordable homes to Waterloo. EAFWR’s partnership is through the Union […]
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June 24
June 24, 2025 NEWS RELEASE Kitchener, ON – On Tuesday, Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region (EAFWR) welcomed members of the public to celebrate a grant they received from the provincial government’s Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF). Local MPP Aislinn Clancy was on hand to congratulate staff and participants and hear more about how the $440,100 Grow grant from […]
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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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