News & Resources

🌟 Skill Building Workshops

Join Community Living Toronto this November for two free workshops designed to help you grow, adapt, and thrive at work!


💼 Workshop 1: Adapting, Thriving & Unlocking Your Potential

  • Adapting & Thriving at Work – embrace change with confidence

  • The Power of a Growth Mindset – turn challenges into opportunities

📍 1122 Finch Ave W, Toronto, ON
📅 November 17, 2025 | 🕚 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM


🚀 Workshop 2: What’s in Store? Job Readiness Training

  • Preparing for Success – learn tools and strategies to confidently step into the workforce

  • Resilience in the Job Hunt – stay motivated and overcome challenges

📍 50 Fairfax, Toronto, ON
📅 November 24, 2025 | 🕒 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM


☕ Beverages and light snacks provided.
📧 RSVP: biljana.jordanoska@cltoronto.ca

Click here for more the flyers

 

City of Toronto 2025-2029 Disability Inclusion Action Plan

City launches its new Disability Inclusion Action Plan

October is Disability Employment Awareness Month, the perfect time to share that the City has launched its new Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) for 2025-2029.

 

The plan was shaped by wide-reaching consultations with staff and community members and sets out 85 concrete actions to make our programs, services, work and public spaces, and information more accessible and equitable for people with disabilities. It’s about removing barriers, supporting one another, and ensuring everyone can fully participate in city life.

Curious to learn more? Explore the DIAP and FAQs and resources here. Or have questions? The Accessibility Unit can be reached at accessibility@toronto.ca.

 

🔗Click here for full more details.

Fee-For-Service Fall Programs 2025

Get Ready for an Exciting Fall with Community Junction & Creative Village Studio!

Our 2025 Fall Programs are here, packed with creativity, movement, and fun!

Program Dates: October 6 – December 19

  • Move and Groove Zumba
  • Junction Photographers
  • Autumn Harvest Cooking
  • Curtain Call Drama
  • Beads and Beyond Jewellery Making

New CVS Satellite Locations:

  • 164 Main St – Foster Connection
  • 102 Advance Road – Advance
  • 65 The East Mall – East Mall
  • 20 Spadina Road – Clubhouse

Registration is now open!

Spots fill up quickly—reserve yours today and be part of the fun!

👉 [Click here to view the flyer]

Join Us At Our Family Fun Fair!

Get ready for a day filled with fun and laughter!

Join us on Saturday, September, 13 2025 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 1712 Ellesmere Road, Scarborough. 

Admission is $5, and all funds raised go to the United Way Greater Toronto.

This event is packed with fun and community spirit! Bring the kids, invite your friends, and get ready to celebrate with us while supporting an incredible cause. From carnival games and a BBQ feast to entertainment and prizes, this is a perfect family day out!

This is also Community Living Toronto’s Kick off to their United Way Fundraising Campaign!

#FamilyFunFair25

The Mix Events – Fall 2025

Unforgettable Nights Start at The Mix!

Get ready for an unforgettable season packed with energy, music, and fun! From singing your heart out to dancing all night long, our upcoming events are designed to bring everyone together.

📅 Mark your calendar and join us for nights filled with live music, dancing, and plenty of good vibes. Bring your friends, spread the word, and make sure you’re part of the excitement.

🔍 Click here to explore our upcoming Mix events today—you won’t want to miss the best nights of the season!

New Fall 2025 / Winter 2026 CPS Experience Just for You!

We welcome the Fall 2025 / Winter 2026 season. With cooler days and autumn leaves on the way, here’s a look at what’s ahead!

📅 Fall 2025 / Winter 2026 Session Dates:
October 6, 2025 – March 27, 2026

📝 Registration Opens:
Wednesday, September 10, 2025

These special sessions are:

✅ Open to people currently enrolled in CPS programs

✅ Available on a 1:3, 1:5 and 1:8 support ratio

✅ First come, first serve — so act fast!

From creative arts to community outings and more, each session is designed to be engaging, enriching, and full of fun—while strengthening community connections. Let’s make this Fall/Winter a season to remember!

Click here for complete session details and activities.

Camp Your Way This Summer at Shadow Lake!

Looking for a fun, accessible, and flexible summer camp experience? Shadow Lake is proud to offer new options for campers attending with your own support staff!

Whether you’re planning a full week away or just a day of outdoor fun, we have something for everyone!

🌞 Day Camp | $125/day – Perfect for campers who prefer to spend the day at camp and return home in the evening. Enjoy a full schedule of activities, from swimming and canoeing to arts and games.

🌙 Overnight Camp | $2,250/week– A classic week-long camp experience filled with adventure, campfires, friendships, and themed nights. Includes seven days of programming, meals, and lodging.

🏕️Short Stay | $375/day– Not ready for a full week? Try a Short Stay and enjoy all the fun of camp at your own pace. Great for new campers or families easing into the overnight experience.

(All plans include meals, activities and accommodations for camper and their support staff)

🔗 Check out Shadow Lake Centre website for more SUMMER CAMP details

🔗 Click here for Alternative Camp Options

Register or learn more by contacting us directly:
shadowlake.office@cltoronto.ca | 905-640-6432

Fee-For-Service Summer Programs 2025

Summer is just around the corner, and Community Junction and Creative Village Studio 2025 Summer Programs are ready to bring the heat and a whole lot of fun!

Program Dates: July 7 – September 26
– Strum along in Acoustic Escapades
– Whip up tasty treats in Scrumptious Summer Meals
– Unleash your inner artist with Masterpiece Makers
– Shine on stage in Curtain Call Drama
– Explore the city in our Summer Expeditions

Brand-new
Summer Theme Weeks – yes that’s right Monday – Thursday from 9:00AM – 3:30PM – like Hollywood Week, Under the Sea, Go for Gold Sports Week, and more.
Wednesday Summer Expeditions9:30AM – 3:30PM – Full day fun and exploration in the city!

Registration is now open!

Spots fill up fast, so don’t miss your chance to join the fun!

Click here to check out the flyer

Update on Children’s Respite Program

We’ve shared an important update on the upcoming transition of the Lawson Children’s Respite Program to our new temporary location at 28 McMillan Avenue. Click the link below to read the full letter and learn more about next steps, licensing progress, and what to expect during the move.


👉 Click here to read the full update

Mindfulness Group

We’re excited to invite people supported to our upcoming Mindfulness Group.

 

🧘‍♀️ What’s it all about?
Join us every Monday from June 9 to July 28, 2025 (11:00 AM – 12:30 PM) for a relaxing and supportive group session at 20 Spadina Rd, Room 2.

 

Together, we’ll explore calming and grounding activities like:

  • Mindful movement
  • Breathing and listening exercises
  • Emotional expression and connection
  • Strategies for staying focused and present

✨ Who can join?
This group is for people who:

  • Can participate in group settings with minimal support
  • Can communicate basic needs and feelings
  • Have or can give informed consent
  • Are in ministry funded programs

If needed, participants may attend with a support person. Please note: 1:1 support is not provided by facilitators.

 

🌟 Spots are limited – reserve yours now! 

👉 Click here to register

 

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to:
Ben Clarke, Clinical Supervisor
📧 benjamin.clarke@cltoronto.ca

We can’t wait to practice mindfulness with you!