Inclusive Art Show—A Canvas of Belonging and CTN’s Annual Meeting | |
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We are currently accepting artwork from kids and youth who want to showcase their creativity at CTN’s first-ever inclusive art show—A Canvas of Belonging.
If you know of a young artist that is interested in participating, please fill out this form by Friday, May 3, 2024.
Art will be featured at CTN’s Annual Meeting on June 18, 2024, at the Aurora Armoury (89 Mosley St., Aurora, ON L4G 1V9) from 4-6:30 p.m. All artists will receive a small prize for their participation.
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April Awareness Days and Holidays |
- World Autism Month and World Autism Day on April 2nd
- World Health Day - April 7th
- Eid al Fitr - April 10th
- International Day of Pink - April 10th
- National Volunteer Week - April 14th to 20th
- Earth Day - April 22nd
- Passover - April 23rd to 30th
- Administrative Professionals Day - April 24th
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CTN's New Automated Reminders System | |
CTN launched a new Automated Reminders System pilot program on April 3, 2024, that will automatically notify families of an upcoming CTN specialty clinic appointment via SMS (text), email or voicemail.
The new system is being piloted with families that receive services from York Region’s Spasticity Management Clinic and Seating and Mobility Clinic, with plans to expand to all the York Region clinics soon after. Reminders will be sent five days and one day before the scheduled appointment to your registered email address or phone number depending on the contact method you have chosen.
To enroll for automated reminders, while booking your next appointment, the CTN Team assistant will ask for your consent.
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April 14th to 20th is National Volunteer Week! | |
Volunteers are an important part of CTN and help us continue to provide a variety of engagement opportunities for clients and families. Thank you to all the wonderful volunteers at CTN!
CTN provides a number of opportunities for volunteers, and we would love to continue to grow our volunteer program and continue offering meaningful opportunities within our organization. For more information and to apply, please complete this Application Form. If you have any questions, feel free to email volunteers@ctnsy.ca.
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Simcoe County Inclusive Information Fair on June 8th | |
On Saturday, June 8th from 2 to 5 p.m., join CTN for an Inclusive Information Fair at the Peggy Hill Team Community Centre in Barrie! This fair is intended to provide community information to families of kids, youth and adults with disabilities and developmental needs ages 0 - 21. There will be information, resources and services that support all six F-Words of Childhood Development - Fun, Family, Friends, Function, Future and Fitness.
We are also accepting registrations from not-for-profit and for-profit vendors! Please complete this form by April 30th, or contact Maureen Marcoux for more information via email at mmarcoux@ctnsy.ca or by phone at 705-790-9770.
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Recreation Equipment Available Through CTN's Equipment Loan Program | The CTN Equipment Loan Program (ELP) has equipment that supports participation in a variety of activities for kids and youth with disabilities and developmental needs. Some of the equipment available includes adaptive bikes and trikes, Explorer Mini - powered mobility device, the GRIT Freedom Chair and more! Our recreation equipment can be borrowed for up to two weeks by families of kids and youth with disabilities and developmental needs who live in Simcoe County or York Region. | | |
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HEART Lab and Toronto Metropolitan University: Research Participants Needed for Childhood Disability Study | HEART Lab (Health Experiences and Arts-Based Research Team) at Toronto Metropolitan University is recruiting for a study that explores the experiences of racialized kids and youth with disabilities and their families in the Canadian healthcare system. Interested individuals can contact Alyssa Neville at alyssa.neville@torontomu.ca. All participants who choose to participate will receive a $50 gift card to compensate them for their time; however, participation is completely voluntary. | | |
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There are some great events this month for kids, youth and families. Check out some upcoming CTN events below and visit the calendar on our website for more events!
Our network calendar features events hosted by CTN, our partner organizations and other local community agencies that may be of interest to your family. New workshops, programs and events are added each week.
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York Region After School Sibshop Hangout!
April 25th
from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Meet other siblings of kids with disabilities and developmental needs, create a personalized fluid bear art, play fun games and enjoy a slice of pizza together.
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York Region Youth Week Events
May 7th to 9th
times vary for each event
For National Youth Week, CTN is celebrating YOU(th) by offering a variety of fun activities, including art sketching, fun at the spa and bowling night.
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AAC Community Events this Spring
May to June 2024
times vary for each event
Join CTN for a social event series for kids and youth who use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) in Simcoe County and York Region.
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Focus on Families - Virtual Series this Spring | |
Join the Community and Family Coordinators as they explore topics related to the caregiver and family experience! Each information session will be followed by an informal coffee chat to debrief, share experiences and explore the topics covered. Download the flyer here. | | |
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Exploring IEP’s and IPRC’s
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 from 12 to 1 p.m.
Learn more about school board documents, processes and what to expect when your child is accessing special education programs. This workshop is hosted in partnership with YSSN and presented by a parent who has lived experience.
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All About Respite
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 from 12 to 1 p.m.
Are you curious about respite? Join us as we explore the ins and outs of respite care – where to find it, how to access it, funding resources and dealing with the emotions that come along with it!
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Equipment Loan Program Summer Preview
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 from 12 to 1 p.m.
The Equipment Loan Program summer preview webinar will look at what recreation equipment is available to make the most of this summer season! CTN’s Equipment Loan Coordinator, Kevin, will be available to answer questions, make recommendations and help you access fun and fitness this summer.
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