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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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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August 29
Join us to wrap up Walk-or-Wheel 2025 at our WOW Celebration! When: Saturday September 20 from 1:30 – 4:00pm Where: Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region – Parking Lot (91 Moore Avenue, Kitchener) Click Here to Register for the WOW Celebration Walk or roll with us on an accessible community walk in the Midtown neighbourhood! We will start at the […]
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August 29
Join us for Walk-or-Wheel 2025, a fundraising event to raise money and awareness to support the inclusion and belonging for people with disabilities and their families in Waterloo Region, from September 8 -20, 2025! Check out the Event Poster Choose How You Participate Fundraise Collect pledges on your own or as a team from September 8 […]
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July 10
Our 2024-25 Annual Report is here! This report is filled with stories put together by our team that share Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region’s impact over the past year. Some of these stories are about you and the people and families we support. Thank you to everyone who contributed to this year’s report! Read the 2024-25 Annual […]
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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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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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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 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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