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George Lends a Hand and Grows new Friends in the Garden
October 25
George may not use words to communicate but he sure knows how to hoe a garden and get a row straight. Shawanaga First Nation, just north of Parry Sound asked for help to get their community garden started in order to get fresh produce growing for people in their community. Parry Sound has 6 local […]
Continue reading »Easier path to cash for adults, kids with disabilities
September 9
Ontario is making it easier for adults and kids with disabilities to apply for support. Recipients of support no longer have to prove their condition twice. Peter is a child in Leslieville who will benefit from changes to the Autism plan, along with mom Marguerite Scabas and dad Steven Sherwood. (Rene Johnston / Toronto Star) | […]
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Let’s Rewrite the Story
June 27
Let’s rewrite the story of people who live with disabilities. Let’s start with blue skies and possibilities; not deficits and limitations. A person born is a possibility; a great life force that enters the world to make it different. They are not born different; they make the world different by being uniquely gifted. Let’s see […]
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Introducing Bob
June 16
Bob is an entrepreneur and has found a myriad of ways to make money while contributing to his community. Bob is a long time resident of Parry Sound who moved into this own apartment 2 years ago. It did not take Bob long to meet new friends and to create new customers. Bob, who I […]
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Tom is Parry Sound Hometown Proud
May 19
Combine athleticism, community contribution, humour, love for family and appreciation for life and you get Tom Schweertman. Parry Sound is home for Tom, he has lived and participated in the community for most of his life. Tom loves his community and the people in it. He is a regular participant in Legion activities, church, Harvest […]
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Full community inclusion focus of Community Living Day at the Legislature
May 16
Community Living associations from around the province came together at Queen’s Park yesterday as part of Community Living Day at the Legislature. Co-hosted by Community Living Toronto, Community Living Ontario and the Minister of Community and Social Services, the event was an opportunity for roughly 30 member associations to connect with their MPPs, to celebrate […]
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