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Unity makes us Stronger
A Part of My Community February 27, 2018 Fifty local citizens, reflecting the diversity of Parry Sound gathered and connected at the Community Hub on Gibson Street. People listened to the live music of local artist Shawn Kerr and heard heart-felt stories shared by four local storytellers. People talked with neighbours and then shared an […]
Read MoreLIFT Update
Community Living Parry Sound and LIFT Philanthropy Partners met for a two- day workshop on November 28th and 29th. The agenda for the first day was to finalize the work plans for solutions to move to a personalized approach, and on the second day a strategic planning scorecard was developed. By using this tool, the […]
Read More2016-2017 Annual Report
Please read over the Annual Report that was posted following our 55th Annual General Meeting on September 20th, 2017. 2016-2017 Annual Report
Read MoreCultivating Community
Community Living Parry Sound is not resting on its laurels; after 55 years the organization is finding new strength and growth by returning to its roots as a local social justice movement. As one part of an innovative family engagement project supported by Community Living Ontario, the organization is spearheading a unique community development event. […]
Read MoreIntroducing Team All Abilities
To a lot of people, being on a sports team or having an after-school activity is an essential part of their childhood. The benefits to participating in recreational activities go beyond physical and emotional. Getting out of the house, socializing with new friends, and being a part of something that is bigger than you is […]
Read MoreCommunity Living Parry Sound Announces Partnership with LIFT Philanthropy Partners
Though many things have changed since establishing in 1962, one thing that remains constant is Community Living Parry Sound’s devotion to advocating for people of all abilities. The process of evolving has seen a paramount shift in Community Living’s operations to better reflect society’s current understanding of social equality for people who have a […]
Read MoreTake the Bus; Community First in Action
Community Living Parry Sound first adopted a Community First philosophy in 2014 as part of our strategic direction. This approach to supporting people with developmental disabilities to create a good life in their community continues to enrich the lives of people by empowering, emboldening and supporting them to turn to community members and services first, […]
Read MoreMichael Bach; Bidding Farewell
March 17, 2017 – – The following is a letter written by Michael Bach, CACL Executive Vice-President. As I move on from my role as Executive Vice-President at CACL (as of April 16), I want to share a few reflections with my friends and colleagues at CACL and beyond in the disability and human rights […]
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