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Mother Claims Ontario’s Family Law Act Discriminates Against Adult Children with Disabilities
Click on link to read article: http://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2016/11/19/brampton-mother-seeks-child-support-for-disabled-adult-son.html
CBC Interview with parent talking about crisis in residential supports for adults with a developmental disability
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http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariotoday_20161108_43864.mp3
Jun earns his Ontario College Certificate in the General Arts and Science at Humber College
On November 4, 2016, Jun Cho’s father, aunt, and brother were on hand, along with BCCL Manager Steve Haney, to see Jun receive his Ontario College Certificate in the General Arts and Science at Humber College’s graduation ceremonies. A studious and disciplined student, Jun has now set his sights on university. Congratulations, Jun, on your accomplishment.
Province Looking for Your Input into Basic Income Pilot Project
The Minister of Community and Social Services, Dr. Helena Jaczek, and the Minister Responsible for the Poverty Reduction Strategy, the Honourable Chris Ballard, are inviting people to share their feedback, experiences and ideas on how best to design a Basic Income Pilot. The pilot project will study different ways of delivering income support and reducing poverty in Ontario and measure how giving people a basic income might impact individuals and families across the province. Feedback will be used to design and implement the pilot project.
For details on consultation sessions and to register for a session go to: https://www.ontario.ca/page/basic-income-pilot-consultation#section-3
BCCL’s 59th Annual General Meeting “Together We’re Better”
Brampton Caledon Community Living held its 59th Annual General Meeting on September 29, 2016. A flash mob dance exuberantly performed by children from the Brampton School of Dance opened the evening and the talented voices of the Brampton Children’s Chorus put a bow on the night. Their performances underscored the AGM’s theme “Together We’re Better” and the work of BCCL’s early childhood educators who know the power of working together to achieve the potential and promise in each and every child in our community. BCCL Resource Consultant, Anna Quiroz, and a parent of a child with a developmental disability gave poignant presentations to the more than 250 people in attendance.
Author Visit at Caledon Public Library
Expert Panel Was Dismayed by Age Cap on Autism Services
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BCCL AWARDED “AGENCY of DISTINCTION” BY HUMBER COLLEGE
Christine Werenich of Humber’s School of Social and Community Services presents Debra Rose, Brampton Caledon Community Living’s Director of Community Living Supports with Humber’s “Agency of Distinction Award”. The award recognizes BCCL’s commitment to student learning and its leadership fostering inclusive environments.