Coalition of disability organizations calls on parties to make Ontarians with disabilities a priority in Ontario election

TORONTO, ON (February 20, 2025) – On February 19, 2025, a coalition made up of a broad cross-section of disability organizations hosted an Ontario election debate with a record-breaking audience, focused on issues important to 2.9 million Ontarians with disabilities

MEDIA ADVISORY 2025 Provincial Candidate Debate on Disability

In partnership with AODA Alliance, Autism Ontario, Reena, Community Living Toronto, Community Living Ontario, Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence, the Ontario Autism Coalition, OASIS, the Centre for Independent Living in Toronto, the ARCH Disability Law Centre, CNIB and Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital are hosting a political debate on disability issues ahead of the upcoming provincial election.

NEWS RELEASE – SEVERE FUNDING SHORTFALLS IMPACTING PEOPLE WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES

Over 52,000 People are on Waiting Lists for Critical Supports and Services

[January 14, 2025 – Toronto] – Community Living Toronto and the Provincial Developmental Services sector are calling on the Ontario government to address severe funding shortfalls that are impacting people with developmental disabilities. Read more

NEWS RELEASE – Community Living Toronto Announces Stephanie Gawur as New Board Chair

Stephanie will be the Chair of the Board for 2024-2026

[October 01, 2024 – Toronto, ON] – Community Living Toronto is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephanie Gawur as the new Chair of the Board of Directors. Stephanie brings a wealth of experience in government relations, issues management and strategic advice, having served in various leadership roles across the health and community sectors. Read more

Community Living Toronto’s Annual Report 2023 – 2024

On September 17, 2024, Community Living Toronto hosted its 76th Annual General Meeting at the Tartu College Event Space. With over a hundred people in attendance, in-person and online, including staff, families, self-advocates, Developmental Services agencies and sector partners, the meeting saw the launch of our Annual Report 2023-2024 celebrating 75 years of belonging.

John H. Tory Brings Wealth of Experience to Leadership Role

New partnership helps Toronto caregivers to Relax, Recharge, Renew

Four organizations are working together to identify caregivers of people with complex needs to be recipients of a two-night staycation in Toronto

Community Living Toronto opens doors for a new accessible and inclusive community at Birchmount Green

On December 12, 2023, Mayor Olivia Chow officially opened Birchmount Green, a new building in Scarborough. This project is a collaboration between the Government of Canada, the City of Toronto, and Mahogany Management, and will provide affordable and barrier-free housing units for Community Living Toronto, addressing waitlists and offering appropriate housing for people with intellectual disabilities. Read more

News Release – Community Living Toronto Announces New Addition to Patron’s Council

Community Living Toronto welcomes the Honourable John Baird to its Patron’s Council, leveraging his advocacy and governmental experience to advance support for people with intellectual disabilities.

News Release: The Government of Ontario announced their $6.5 million investment to support people with disabilities to find meaningful jobs with businesses in their communities.

$1.8 million from this fund will be provided to Community Living Toronto and partners to further enhance the MyJobMatch program and empower people with developmental disability to participate in their own job search.

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