Do you love sports or playing video games? Did you know you can do those activities with a Friend, and volunteer at the same time? Volunteer with ABLE2’s Matching Program!

They are looking for volunteers to spend one-on-one time with individuals. Your companionship can help reduce loneliness and build meaningful friendships.

Why Volunteer?

– Make a positive impact in your community
– Help reduce isolation and increase self-confidence
– Enjoy shared activities and create lasting memories

Learn more here: https://buff.ly/6HWxjxe

Navigating the education system when your child has diverse learning needs can be challenging. Having a good understanding of the system and knowing what resources are available can equip your family with the tools needed to advocate for your child’s education.
Join us on February 18 at 7pm EST, for the Intro to Parent and Caregiver Advocacy in Ontario’s Schools webcast, where we offer insights on how to advocate for your child’s education and explore important educational legislation and resources.
A live Q&A will follow the webcast with panelists, Robert Lattanzio and Humberto Pacheco – you don’t want to miss it!
Register at the link here: https://bit.ly/3WUC0Sg

CHEO understands that attending school can be a challenge for children of all ages on the autism spectrum. CHEO’s School Support Services offer a range of services to help remove barriers to success in school. Their goal is to help children and youth with ASD overcome school-related obstacles and feel confident going to school. They offer the following:

• School Support Consultations
• Growing Together Workshops

Learn more:
https://www.cheo.on.ca/en/clinics-services-programs/school-support-services.aspx

This program provides tangible assistance in the form of grade-appropriate stuffed backpacks. If you are not already registered for this program, please call 211 to inquire about potential eligibility/ referral.

Learn more:
https://www.caringandsharing.ca/index.php?option=com_content&view=featured&Itemid=101

The City of Ottawa’s Inclusive Recreation unit helps individuals with disabilities to take part in community recreation, whether it be through specialized programs or integration in standard programs.

https://ottawa.ca/en/recreation-and-parks/inclusive-recreation

You can find their registry of before and after school programs at this link:
https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/ottawa/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&days_of_week=0000000&activity_select_param=2&season_ids=30&viewMode=list

The Social Housing Registry of Ottawa (The Registry) is a non-profit organization that maintains the central waiting list for people applying for rent-geared-to-income (RGI) housing. The Registry keeps the list according to rules set out by the Province of Ontario in the Housing Services Act, 2011.

You can access the registry at this link:
https://www.housingregistry.ca/