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SUMMARY:“Truth and Reconciliation Week with Indigenous Elder Wanda Whitebird”
DESCRIPTION:Zoom Invite “Truth and Reconciliation Week with  \nIndigenous Elder Wanda Whitebird”  \nCentre for Independent Living in Toronto (CILT) invites you to commemorate Truth and Reconciliation Week on Zoom!  \n  \nDescription: Elder Whitebird will bless the event\, share teachings on Truth and Reconciliation and answer audience questions. Learn more about:   \n-Indigenous Peoples\, their lands\, and effects of colonization   \n-Ways to honour Indigenous survivors   \n-Intergenerational impacts of residential schools   \n-The significance of Orange Shirt Day    \n-Ways settler allies can foster progress on Truth and Reconciliation  \nWhen: Friday September 29\, 2023\, 1:00-2:30 PM Eastern Time (Canada)   \nAccess Supports: If you require ASL-English interpretation\, please let us know within your registration form by September 26th\, by 12:00pm.  \nCART Captioning will be provided.  \nRegister in advance for this meeting at:   \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEsceigrTsuGdNBCk2x_P7E-k31dIK1tAtm   \nTo explore more resources prior to the event\, please go to National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR) https://nctr.ca/   \nIf you need assistance with registering\, please e-mail robin.simmons@cilt.ca or call 416-599-2458 ext. 293.  \nPlease note\, you will not be able to join the session without registering first. If you require any other access accommodations\, please let us know in the Questions and Comments section of the registration. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. 
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/truth-and-reconciliation-week-with-indigenous-elder-wanda-whitebird/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231025T141500
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SUMMARY:CILT Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:CILT Peer Connect\n\nWednesday October 25th\, 1pm-2:15pm\n\n\n\n\nCILT Peer Connect is a monthly virtual peer support opportunity for a cross-disability group of adults. In every session we:  \n-Check in \n-Connect around a particular topic  \n-Consult and connect with peers about issues and experiences related to disability  \nThe group focusses on wellness strategies and will often try out different stress reduction activities together like yoga\, meditation\, and tai chi.  \n\n\nThis group operates within the independent living philosophy.  Group guidelines and discussion topics will be sent out when you register. Please be ready to participate in activity and discussion.   \nLet us know about any access needs when you register. There is an option to join these sessions by phone. Automatic closed captioning will be provided.  \n\n\nWhen: Last Wednesday of each month\, 1pm-2:15pm  \n\n\nWhere: Over Zoom.  Please register to receive the link.  \n\n\nTo Register or for more information:   \n\n\nEmail: robin.simmons@cilt.ca   \n\n\nPhone: 416-599-2458 ext 293 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/cilt-peer-connect-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231204T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
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SUMMARY:International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2023: History and Community Action
DESCRIPTION:Centre for Independent Living in Toronto (CILT) and Community Partners are pleased to invite you to our virtual celebration of the   \nInternational Day of Persons with Disabilities 2023: History and Community Action  \nDescription: This celebration is an annual observance of the International Day of Disabled Persons which was proclaimed in 1992 by the United Nations (UN). The Day aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity\, rights\, and well-being of persons with disabilities.   \nThe celebration will provide history and knowledge of this year’s theme “United in action to rescue and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for\, with and by persons with disabilities”. Community speakers will talk about Community Action Projects in Toronto.  \nWhen: Monday December 4\, 2023\, 1:00-2:30 PM Eastern Time (Canada)   \nAccess Supports: ASL-English interpretation and CART Captioning will be provided.   \nIf you require any access accommodations\, please let us know in the Access Accommodation section of the registration by Nov 28\, 2023.  \nRegister in advance for this meeting at:   \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUuf-uqpjIsHNEnd8-WBsTalXAXRACwt0GL   \nThis celebration will be an engaging discussion on:  \n1) Brief History of United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities Day  \n2) United Nations IDPWD’s Theme 2023  \n3) Community Action Projects  \n4) Question and Answers  \n5) Resources  \nIf you need assistance with registering\, please e-mail robin.simmons@cilt.ca or call 416-599-2458 ext. 293. Please note\, you will not be able to join the session without registering first. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.  
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/international-day-of-persons-with-disabilities-2023-history-and-community-action/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231205T141500
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20230911T192955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231123T152432Z
UID:12569-1701781200-1701785700@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:CILT Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:CILT Peer Connect\n\nTuesday December 5th\, 1pm-2:15pm\n\n\n\n\nCILT Peer Connect is a monthly virtual peer support opportunity for a cross-disability group of adults. In every session we:  \n-Check in \n-Connect around a particular topic  \n-Consult and connect with peers about issues and experiences related to disability  \nThe group focusses on wellness strategies and will often try out different stress reduction activities together like yoga\, meditation\, and tai chi.  \n\n\nThis group operates within the independent living philosophy.  Group guidelines and discussion topics will be sent out when you register. Please be ready to participate in activity and discussion.   \nLet us know about any access needs when you register. There is an option to join these sessions by phone. Automatic closed captioning will be provided.  \n\n\nWhen: Last Wednesday of each month\, 1pm-2:15pm  \n\n\nWhere: Over Zoom.  Please register to receive the link.  \n\n\nTo Register or for more information:   \n\n\nEmail: robin.simmons@cilt.ca   \n\n\nPhone: 416-599-2458 ext 293 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/cilt-peer-connect-15/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240131T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240131T123000
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SUMMARY:Parenting with a Disability Peer Meetup  – a partnership between CILT and Vibrant Healthcare Alliance.
DESCRIPTION:Register at https://PDNJanuary.eventbrite.com or by email at lucyn@vibranthealthcare.ca or phone at 416-486-8666 ext. 226 \nJoin CILT’s Parenting with a Disability Network and Vibrant Healthcare Alliance for an opportunity to share your parenting challenges and joys\, offer support\, problem-solving and celebration with other people who can relate to your experience parenting with a disability.  This first meeting will also be a chance to identify common barriers and set the stage for an on-going peer support.  We will begin with a circle time for you and your children to learn new songs\, promote literacy and bonding with your child. \nWednesday January 31\, 2024 11:30-12:30 over Zoom \n\n11:30-11:45 Song Circle (ages 0-4yrs) and\n\n\n11:45-12:30 Facilitated Discussion to connect with a cross-disability group of parents.\n\n  \nThis program is facilitated by staff with lived experience from CILT’s Parenting with a Disability Network and Vibrant Healthcare Alliance’s Peer Support program. \nIf you would like to join for the discussion/peer support portion of this program only\, please feel free to join in at 11:45am. \nPlease let us know about any access or zoom support needs when registering. Auto captions will be turned on. ASL-English interpretation will be provided if need is confirmed over email by Friday January 26th\, or on Eventbrite by Sunday Jan 28th  at 11am. \nParticipants can join by phone if necessary. \nThis program is presented by: Vibrant Healthcare Alliance and the Centre for Independent Living in Toronto’s Parenting with a Disability Network with generous funding from the United Way Greater Toronto\, The City of Toronto\, Ontario’s Community Health Centres and Independent Living Canada.
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/parenting-with-a-disability-peer-meetup-a-partnership-between-cilt-and-vibrant-healthcare-alliance/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240226T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240208T172042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T172042Z
UID:14143-1708952400-1708957800@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Intersections of Blackness and Disability: A Heritage to Celebrate a Future to Build
DESCRIPTION:Centre for Independent Living in Toronto (CILT) and Community Partners are pleased to invite you to our virtual celebration of  \nAt the intersections of Blackness and Disability: A Heritage to Celebrate; a Future to Build \n  \nDescription: Every February\, people across Canada participate in Black History Month events and festivities that honour the legacy of Black people in Canada and their communities. While the 2024 theme for Black History Month is: “Black Excellence: A Heritage to Celebrate; a Future to Build”\, this event represents both an opportunity to engage in open dialogue and a commitment to learning more about the lived experiences of Black and Disabled communities in Toronto. \n  \nDisabled speakers from the Black community will share their knowledge and experiences about the legacies of Black people with Disabilities\, community resistance in Toronto\, and answer the question: What would a Toronto that prioritizes Blackness and Disability Justice look like? \n  \nEveryone is welcome and encouraged to join. Those of us who are not Black are encouraged to listen and learn from the expertise and vision of our speakers. \n  \nWhen: Monday February 26\, 2024\, 1:00-2:30PM Eastern Time (Canada) \nAccess Supports: ASL-English interpretation and CART Captioning will be provided. \n  \nIf you require any access accommodations\, please let us know in the Access Accommodation section of the registration by Feb 21\, 2024. \n  \nRegister in advance for this meeting at:  \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vcuypqzsjHdZUXwK5KEMHyeJ2fwLawQOj \n  \nAgenda: \n1) Introductions to the Black History Month Theme 2024 \n2) Black Disabled community speakers: What does a Toronto that centres Blackness and Disability Justice look like? \n3) Question and Answers \n4) Resources \n  \nIf you need assistance with registering\, please e-mail robin.simmons@cilt.ca or call 416-599-2458 ext. 293. Please note\, you will not be able to join the session without registering first. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/intersections-of-blackness-and-disability-a-heritage-to-celebrate-a-future-to-build/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240228T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240228T141500
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240208T170156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T170156Z
UID:14121-1709125200-1709129700@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:CILT Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:CILT Peer Connect \n  \nCILT Peer Connect is a monthly virtual (over zoom) peer support gathering for a cross-disability group of adults\, based on the Independent Living philosophy and Disability Justice principles. To register or for more info email Amanda.Dorter@cilt.ca or peers@cilt.ca\, \nPhone: 416-599-2458 ext 293 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service \nIn every session we: \n– Check in with one another about how we’re doing \n– Connect with peers about issues and experiences related to disability \n– Share strategies to navigate the world and to thrive \nWe may also bring in group wellness activities such as mindfulness\, or invite speakers or bring resources together on topics of interest to the group. \nThis group operates within the independent living philosophy with the belief that we can take control of our own lives by exercising their right to examine options\, make choices\, take risks and even make mistakes. \nThis group is grounded in principles of Disability Justice\, including the principles of anti-oppression and of interdependence. \nGroup guidelines and discussion topics will be sent out when you register. Please be ready to participate in activity and discussion. \nLet us know about any access needs when you register. There is an option to join these sessions by phone. Automatic closed captioning will be provided. ASL requires advanced notice.
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/cilt-peer-connect-16/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240306T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240306T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240222T183838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T201234Z
UID:14159-1709733600-1709737200@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Disabled Writers Drop In
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Writers Drop In\n\nThis monthly virtual meet up is a chance for Disabled writers to connect and write in community. Emerging and experienced writer’s welcome. Whether you write all the time or are wanting to find ways to incorporate more writing into your life this is a chance to spend an hour together to make some room for our writing. Whether you use voice to text\, a pen and paper\, a brailler\, typing or bringing someone with you to transcribe when writing\, all methods of playing with words are welcome! This program occurs the first Wednesday of every month. \nEach meet up has: \n-Opening go around sharing the successes and challenges of our writing this month \n-20-25 minutes of writing time together. A prompt will be given but you are welcome to bring anything you like to work on. \n-Depending on the size of the group\, optional sharing of a few lines of your writing (no formal feedback\, we will listen to each other’s words and can use the reaction buttons). Sometimes lines or words are shared to create a collective poem. \n-Reading a poem by a disabled writer. \nAccess:  \nPlease let me know about any access needs you would like to share. Automatic Closed Captions will be turned on. ASL interpretation will be provided if need is confirmed one week before the scheduled session. Please contact rebecca.wood@cilt.ca with any questions or to register to receive the zoom link. \n  \nFor more information about programs and resources related to writing and disability please join our facebook group here:\nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltdisabledwriters
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/disabled-writers-drop-in-8/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240313T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240313T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240229T133418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T133418Z
UID:14175-1710331200-1710334800@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Peer Support for Parenting with a Disability
DESCRIPTION:  \nPeer Support Group for Parents with Disabilities \n  \nJoin CILT’s Parenting with a Disability Network and Vibrant Healthcare Alliance for an opportunity to share your parenting challenges and joys\, offer support\, problem-solving and celebration with other people who can relate to your experience parenting with a disability. This program is facilitated by staff with lived experience. \n  \nThis group runs monthly from 12-1pm on the second Wednesday of the month over zoom. \nEach session includes: \n-A check in where people can share a joy and a challenge they have experienced since our last meeting \n-Time to discuss \n-A check out \n To register: email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca \nor call 416-599-2458 ext 291 \n  \nPlease let us know about any access or zoom support needs when registering. Auto captions will be turned on. ASL-English interpretation will be provided if need is confirmed one week ahead of the scheduled session. Participants can join by phone. \n\nJoin our PDN mailing list here: https://cilt.ca/about-us/mailing-list/\nJoin our PDN Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltpdn
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/peer-support-for-parenting-with-a-disability/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240327T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240327T141500
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240208T170757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T170757Z
UID:14125-1711544400-1711548900@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:CILT Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:CILT Peer Connect \n  \nCILT Peer Connect is a monthly virtual (over zoom) peer support gathering for a cross-disability group of adults\, based on the Independent Living philosophy and Disability Justice principles. To register or for more info email Amanda.Dorter@cilt.ca or peers@cilt.ca\, \nPhone: 416-599-2458 ext 293 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service \nIn every session we: \n– Check in with one another about how we’re doing \n– Connect with peers about issues and experiences related to disability \n– Share strategies to navigate the world and to thrive \nWe may also bring in group wellness activities such as mindfulness\, or invite speakers or bring resources together on topics of interest to the group. \nThis group operates within the independent living philosophy with the belief that we can take control of our own lives by exercising their right to examine options\, make choices\, take risks and even make mistakes. \nThis group is grounded in principles of Disability Justice\, including the principles of anti-oppression and of interdependence. \nGroup guidelines and discussion topics will be sent out when you register. Please be ready to participate in activity and discussion. \nLet us know about any access needs when you register. There is an option to join these sessions by phone. Automatic closed captioning will be provided. ASL requires advanced notice.
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/cilt-peer-connect-17/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240410T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240410T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240229T133517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T133517Z
UID:14178-1712750400-1712754000@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Peer Support for Parenting with a Disability
DESCRIPTION:  \nPeer Support Group for Parents with Disabilities \n  \nJoin CILT’s Parenting with a Disability Network and Vibrant Healthcare Alliance for an opportunity to share your parenting challenges and joys\, offer support\, problem-solving and celebration with other people who can relate to your experience parenting with a disability. This program is facilitated by staff with lived experience. \n  \nThis group runs monthly from 12-1pm on the second Wednesday of the month over zoom. \nEach session includes: \n-A check in where people can share a joy and a challenge they have experienced since our last meeting \n-Time to discuss \n-A check out \n To register: email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca \nor call 416-599-2458 ext 291 \n  \nPlease let us know about any access or zoom support needs when registering. Auto captions will be turned on. ASL-English interpretation will be provided if need is confirmed one week ahead of the scheduled session. Participants can join by phone. \n\nJoin our PDN mailing list here: https://cilt.ca/about-us/mailing-list/\nJoin our PDN Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltpdn
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/peer-support-for-parenting-with-a-disability-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240416T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240313T182225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T182225Z
UID:14215-1713272400-1713277800@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Wordplay: Creative Writing for Women\, Trans\, Non-Binary\, Two-Spirit People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:  \nWordplay: Creative Writing for Women\, Trans\, Non-Binary\, Two-Spirit People with Disabilities\n\nPresented by The Centre for Independent Living in Toronto and Vibrant Healthcare Alliance\nA 6 Week Series\nWHEN: TUESDAY APRIL 16 – MAY 21\, 2024\nTIME: 1:00-2:30 PM\nWHERE:  OVER ZOOM \nThis 6-week program will explore writing as a form of creative self-expression rooted  in the ways that lived experience of Disability inform how we write and what we write about. Each session will use a variety of writing prompts to welcome our minds and bodies into playing with words. We will play with different poetic forms\, free writing prompts\, journalling\, and fiction writing. There will be opportunities for sharing work and giving/receiving supportive feedback. We will also have the chance to read and talk about writing by Disabled writers. \nThis program is suitable for beginner writers\, or anyone interested in playing with words in a group of participants and facilitators with lived experience of Disability. Whether you use voice to text\, a pen and paper\, a brailler\, typing or bringing someone with you to transcribe when writing\, all methods of playing with words are welcome! \nPARTICIPANTS MUST COMMIT TO ALL SESSIONS\nAND COMPLETE A PRE AND POST EVALUATION\nPeer Support groups/events operate under the Independent  Living Philosophy and are committed to providing safer & inclusive anti-oppressive spaces. \nACCESS: Please let us know about any access needs when you register. Auto-captions will be turned on. ASL-English Interpretation will be provided if need is confirmed by Monday April 8\, 2024\, at 12pm. \nTo register and book a pre-evaluation. \ncontact Lucy:  416-486-8666 ext.226  /  lucyn@vibranthealthcare.ca
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/wordplay-creative-writing-for-women-trans-non-binary-two-spirit-people-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240423T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240313T182424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T182424Z
UID:14218-1713877200-1713882600@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Wordplay: Creative Writing for Women\, Trans\, Non-Binary\, Two-Spirit People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:  \nWordplay: Creative Writing for Women\, Trans\, Non-Binary\, Two-Spirit People with Disabilities\n\nPresented by The Centre for Independent Living in Toronto and Vibrant Healthcare Alliance\nA 6 Week Series\nWHEN: TUESDAY APRIL 16 – MAY 21\, 2024\nTIME: 1:00-2:30 PM\nWHERE:  OVER ZOOM \nThis 6-week program will explore writing as a form of creative self-expression rooted  in the ways that lived experience of Disability inform how we write and what we write about. Each session will use a variety of writing prompts to welcome our minds and bodies into playing with words. We will play with different poetic forms\, free writing prompts\, journalling\, and fiction writing. There will be opportunities for sharing work and giving/receiving supportive feedback. We will also have the chance to read and talk about writing by Disabled writers. \nThis program is suitable for beginner writers\, or anyone interested in playing with words in a group of participants and facilitators with lived experience of Disability. Whether you use voice to text\, a pen and paper\, a brailler\, typing or bringing someone with you to transcribe when writing\, all methods of playing with words are welcome! \nPARTICIPANTS MUST COMMIT TO ALL SESSIONS\nAND COMPLETE A PRE AND POST EVALUATION\nPeer Support groups/events operate under the Independent  Living Philosophy and are committed to providing safer & inclusive anti-oppressive spaces. \nACCESS: Please let us know about any access needs when you register. Auto-captions will be turned on. ASL-English Interpretation will be provided if need is confirmed by Monday April 8\, 2024\, at 12pm. \nTo register and book a pre-evaluation. \ncontact Lucy:  416-486-8666 ext.226  /  lucyn@vibranthealthcare.ca
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/wordplay-creative-writing-for-women-trans-non-binary-two-spirit-people-with-disabilities-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240424T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240424T141500
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240208T171008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T171008Z
UID:14127-1713963600-1713968100@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:CILT Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:CILT Peer Connect \n  \nCILT Peer Connect is a monthly virtual (over zoom) peer support gathering for a cross-disability group of adults\, based on the Independent Living philosophy and Disability Justice principles. To register or for more info email Amanda.Dorter@cilt.ca or peers@cilt.ca\, \nPhone: 416-599-2458 ext 293 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service \nIn every session we: \n– Check in with one another about how we’re doing \n– Connect with peers about issues and experiences related to disability \n– Share strategies to navigate the world and to thrive \nWe may also bring in group wellness activities such as mindfulness\, or invite speakers or bring resources together on topics of interest to the group. \nThis group operates within the independent living philosophy with the belief that we can take control of our own lives by exercising their right to examine options\, make choices\, take risks and even make mistakes. \nThis group is grounded in principles of Disability Justice\, including the principles of anti-oppression and of interdependence. \nGroup guidelines and discussion topics will be sent out when you register. Please be ready to participate in activity and discussion. \nLet us know about any access needs when you register. There is an option to join these sessions by phone. Automatic closed captioning will be provided. ASL requires advanced notice.
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/cilt-peer-connect-18/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240430T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240430T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240313T182532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T182532Z
UID:14220-1714482000-1714487400@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Wordplay: Creative Writing for Women\, Trans\, Non-Binary\, Two-Spirit People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:  \nWordplay: Creative Writing for Women\, Trans\, Non-Binary\, Two-Spirit People with Disabilities\n\nPresented by The Centre for Independent Living in Toronto and Vibrant Healthcare Alliance\nA 6 Week Series\nWHEN: TUESDAY APRIL 16 – MAY 21\, 2024\nTIME: 1:00-2:30 PM\nWHERE:  OVER ZOOM \nThis 6-week program will explore writing as a form of creative self-expression rooted  in the ways that lived experience of Disability inform how we write and what we write about. Each session will use a variety of writing prompts to welcome our minds and bodies into playing with words. We will play with different poetic forms\, free writing prompts\, journalling\, and fiction writing. There will be opportunities for sharing work and giving/receiving supportive feedback. We will also have the chance to read and talk about writing by Disabled writers. \nThis program is suitable for beginner writers\, or anyone interested in playing with words in a group of participants and facilitators with lived experience of Disability. Whether you use voice to text\, a pen and paper\, a brailler\, typing or bringing someone with you to transcribe when writing\, all methods of playing with words are welcome! \nPARTICIPANTS MUST COMMIT TO ALL SESSIONS\nAND COMPLETE A PRE AND POST EVALUATION\nPeer Support groups/events operate under the Independent  Living Philosophy and are committed to providing safer & inclusive anti-oppressive spaces. \nACCESS: Please let us know about any access needs when you register. Auto-captions will be turned on. ASL-English Interpretation will be provided if need is confirmed by Monday April 8\, 2024\, at 12pm. \nTo register and book a pre-evaluation. \ncontact Lucy:  416-486-8666 ext.226  /  lucyn@vibranthealthcare.ca
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/wordplay-creative-writing-for-women-trans-non-binary-two-spirit-people-with-disabilities-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240501T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240501T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240222T184158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T124805Z
UID:14163-1714572000-1714575600@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Disabled Writers Drop In
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Writers Drop In\n\nThis monthly virtual meet up is a chance for Disabled writers to connect and write in community. Emerging and experienced writer’s welcome. Whether you write all the time or are wanting to find ways to incorporate more writing into your life this is a chance to spend an hour together to make some room for our writing. Whether you use voice to text\, a pen and paper\, a brailler\, typing or bringing someone with you to transcribe when writing\, all methods of playing with words are welcome! This program occurs the first Wednesday of every month. \nEach meet up has: \n-Opening go around sharing the successes and challenges of our writing this month \n-20-25 minutes of writing time together. A prompt will be given but you are welcome to bring anything you like to work on. \n-Depending on the size of the group\, optional sharing of a few lines of your writing (no formal feedback\, we will listen to each other’s words and can use the reaction buttons). Sometimes lines or words are shared to create a collective poem. \n-Reading a poem by a disabled writer. \nAccess:  \nPlease let me know about any access needs you would like to share. Automatic Closed Captions will be turned on. ASL interpretation will be provided if need is confirmed one week before the scheduled session. Please contact rebecca.wood@cilt.ca with any questions or to register to receive the zoom link. \n  \nFor more information about programs and resources related to writing and disability please join our facebook group here:\nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltdisabledwriters
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/disabled-writers-drop-in-10/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240507T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240313T182725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T182725Z
UID:14223-1715086800-1715092200@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Wordplay: Creative Writing for Women\, Trans\, Non-Binary\, Two-Spirit People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:  \nWordplay: Creative Writing for Women\, Trans\, Non-Binary\, Two-Spirit People with Disabilities\n\nPresented by The Centre for Independent Living in Toronto and Vibrant Healthcare Alliance\nA 6 Week Series\nWHEN: TUESDAY APRIL 16 – MAY 21\, 2024\nTIME: 1:00-2:30 PM\nWHERE:  OVER ZOOM \nThis 6-week program will explore writing as a form of creative self-expression rooted  in the ways that lived experience of Disability inform how we write and what we write about. Each session will use a variety of writing prompts to welcome our minds and bodies into playing with words. We will play with different poetic forms\, free writing prompts\, journalling\, and fiction writing. There will be opportunities for sharing work and giving/receiving supportive feedback. We will also have the chance to read and talk about writing by Disabled writers. \nThis program is suitable for beginner writers\, or anyone interested in playing with words in a group of participants and facilitators with lived experience of Disability. Whether you use voice to text\, a pen and paper\, a brailler\, typing or bringing someone with you to transcribe when writing\, all methods of playing with words are welcome! \nPARTICIPANTS MUST COMMIT TO ALL SESSIONS\nAND COMPLETE A PRE AND POST EVALUATION\nPeer Support groups/events operate under the Independent  Living Philosophy and are committed to providing safer & inclusive anti-oppressive spaces. \nACCESS: Please let us know about any access needs when you register. Auto-captions will be turned on. ASL-English Interpretation will be provided if need is confirmed by Monday April 8\, 2024\, at 12pm. \nTo register and book a pre-evaluation. \ncontact Lucy:  416-486-8666 ext.226  /  lucyn@vibranthealthcare.ca
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/wordplay-creative-writing-for-women-trans-non-binary-two-spirit-people-with-disabilities-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240508T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240508T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240229T133635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T133635Z
UID:14180-1715169600-1715173200@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Peer Support for Parenting with a Disability
DESCRIPTION:  \nPeer Support Group for Parents with Disabilities \n  \nJoin CILT’s Parenting with a Disability Network and Vibrant Healthcare Alliance for an opportunity to share your parenting challenges and joys\, offer support\, problem-solving and celebration with other people who can relate to your experience parenting with a disability. This program is facilitated by staff with lived experience. \n  \nThis group runs monthly from 12-1pm on the second Wednesday of the month over zoom. \nEach session includes: \n-A check in where people can share a joy and a challenge they have experienced since our last meeting \n-Time to discuss \n-A check out \n To register: email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca \nor call 416-599-2458 ext 291 \n  \nPlease let us know about any access or zoom support needs when registering. Auto captions will be turned on. ASL-English interpretation will be provided if need is confirmed one week ahead of the scheduled session. Participants can join by phone. \n\nJoin our PDN mailing list here: https://cilt.ca/about-us/mailing-list/\nJoin our PDN Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltpdn
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/peer-support-for-parenting-with-a-disability-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240514T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240514T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240313T182854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T182854Z
UID:14225-1715691600-1715697000@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Wordplay: Creative Writing for Women\, Trans\, Non-Binary\, Two-Spirit People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:  \nWordplay: Creative Writing for Women\, Trans\, Non-Binary\, Two-Spirit People with Disabilities\n\nPresented by The Centre for Independent Living in Toronto and Vibrant Healthcare Alliance\nA 6 Week Series\nWHEN: TUESDAY APRIL 16 – MAY 21\, 2024\nTIME: 1:00-2:30 PM\nWHERE:  OVER ZOOM \nThis 6-week program will explore writing as a form of creative self-expression rooted  in the ways that lived experience of Disability inform how we write and what we write about. Each session will use a variety of writing prompts to welcome our minds and bodies into playing with words. We will play with different poetic forms\, free writing prompts\, journalling\, and fiction writing. There will be opportunities for sharing work and giving/receiving supportive feedback. We will also have the chance to read and talk about writing by Disabled writers. \nThis program is suitable for beginner writers\, or anyone interested in playing with words in a group of participants and facilitators with lived experience of Disability. Whether you use voice to text\, a pen and paper\, a brailler\, typing or bringing someone with you to transcribe when writing\, all methods of playing with words are welcome! \nPARTICIPANTS MUST COMMIT TO ALL SESSIONS\nAND COMPLETE A PRE AND POST EVALUATION\nPeer Support groups/events operate under the Independent  Living Philosophy and are committed to providing safer & inclusive anti-oppressive spaces. \nACCESS: Please let us know about any access needs when you register. Auto-captions will be turned on. ASL-English Interpretation will be provided if need is confirmed by Monday April 8\, 2024\, at 12pm. \nTo register and book a pre-evaluation. \ncontact Lucy:  416-486-8666 ext.226  /  lucyn@vibranthealthcare.ca
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/wordplay-creative-writing-for-women-trans-non-binary-two-spirit-people-with-disabilities-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240521T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240521T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240313T183223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T183223Z
UID:14227-1716296400-1716301800@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Wordplay: Creative Writing for Women\, Trans\, Non-Binary\, Two-Spirit People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:  \nWordplay: Creative Writing for Women\, Trans\, Non-Binary\, Two-Spirit People with Disabilities\n\nPresented by The Centre for Independent Living in Toronto and Vibrant Healthcare Alliance\nA 6 Week Series\nWHEN: TUESDAY APRIL 16 – MAY 21\, 2024\nTIME: 1:00-2:30 PM\nWHERE:  OVER ZOOM \nThis 6-week program will explore writing as a form of creative self-expression rooted  in the ways that lived experience of Disability inform how we write and what we write about. Each session will use a variety of writing prompts to welcome our minds and bodies into playing with words. We will play with different poetic forms\, free writing prompts\, journalling\, and fiction writing. There will be opportunities for sharing work and giving/receiving supportive feedback. We will also have the chance to read and talk about writing by Disabled writers. \nThis program is suitable for beginner writers\, or anyone interested in playing with words in a group of participants and facilitators with lived experience of Disability. Whether you use voice to text\, a pen and paper\, a brailler\, typing or bringing someone with you to transcribe when writing\, all methods of playing with words are welcome! \nPARTICIPANTS MUST COMMIT TO ALL SESSIONS\nAND COMPLETE A PRE AND POST EVALUATION\nPeer Support groups/events operate under the Independent  Living Philosophy and are committed to providing safer & inclusive anti-oppressive spaces. \nACCESS: Please let us know about any access needs when you register. Auto-captions will be turned on. ASL-English Interpretation will be provided if need is confirmed by Monday April 8\, 2024\, at 12pm. \nTo register and book a pre-evaluation. \ncontact Lucy:  416-486-8666 ext.226  /  lucyn@vibranthealthcare.ca
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/wordplay-creative-writing-for-women-trans-non-binary-two-spirit-people-with-disabilities-6/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240527T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240527T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240515T153757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T153757Z
UID:15809-1716811200-1716814800@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Wordplay: Creative Writing for people with Marginalized Gender and Disabilities Reading and Artist Talk
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Accessibility Week with \nWordplay: Creative Writing for people with Marginalized Genders and Disabilities\na free open virtual reading event to showcase the work of program participants\n\nPresented by The Centre for Independent Living in Toronto\nand Vibrant Healthcare Alliance\n\nWhen: Monday May 27th from 12pm-1pm\nWhere: Zoom\n\nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEscu-pqjosE9HxeMRvIRlLA-JuZg6dCAvU \n\n\nIf you need support with registration or have questions please contact\nLucy at 416-486-8666 ext.226 or lucyn@vibranthealthcare.ca\n\n\nAccess: Autocaptions will be turned on. ASL interpretation will be provided if need is confirmed by Wednesday May 22 at 12pm.\nPlease let us know about any other access needs when you register.\n\nThis event will be recorded.\n\nThank you for coming to support our writers who have spent the last six weeks together writing\, revising and playing with words!  We are excited to share our work with you!
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/wordplay-creative-writing-for-people-with-marginalized-gender-and-disabilities-reading-and-artist-talk/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240529T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240529T141500
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240208T171127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T171127Z
UID:14129-1716987600-1716992100@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:CILT Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:CILT Peer Connect \n  \nCILT Peer Connect is a monthly virtual (over zoom) peer support gathering for a cross-disability group of adults\, based on the Independent Living philosophy and Disability Justice principles. To register or for more info email Amanda.Dorter@cilt.ca or peers@cilt.ca\, \nPhone: 416-599-2458 ext 293 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service \nIn every session we: \n– Check in with one another about how we’re doing \n– Connect with peers about issues and experiences related to disability \n– Share strategies to navigate the world and to thrive \nWe may also bring in group wellness activities such as mindfulness\, or invite speakers or bring resources together on topics of interest to the group. \nThis group operates within the independent living philosophy with the belief that we can take control of our own lives by exercising their right to examine options\, make choices\, take risks and even make mistakes. \nThis group is grounded in principles of Disability Justice\, including the principles of anti-oppression and of interdependence. \nGroup guidelines and discussion topics will be sent out when you register. Please be ready to participate in activity and discussion. \nLet us know about any access needs when you register. There is an option to join these sessions by phone. Automatic closed captioning will be provided. ASL requires advanced notice.
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/cilt-peer-connect-19/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240603T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240603T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240515T154109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T192851Z
UID:15814-1717419600-1717426800@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Celebrating CILT through the decades!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating CILT through the decades! \nCelebrating Independent Living Day Across Canada\, & launching CILT’s 40th anniversary year. \n  \nMonday June 3rd  1pm-3pm \nOn zoom \nRegister in advance here. \nMore info contact robin.simmons@cilt.ca or call (416) 599-2458 \n  \nWe’ll spotlight the incredible work of our community\, both past and present\, as we continue to champion Independent Living as a relevant and evolving concept CILT’s impactful contributions to the community and examine the drivers propelling our movement forward. \n  \nFeaturing: \nWanda Whitebird – Opening Ceremonies & Intro to Decolonization and Disability Justice \nWendy Porch – Opening remarks and Intro to CILT \nTracy Odell –The Birth of Independent Living \nFran Odette – Building Our Voices \nMeenu Sikand –Cross-Movement Solidarity \nJanet Rodriguez – Evolving Narratives \nCILT through the Decades video shorts \nQ&A and Group Discussion \nWith host  David Meyers \n  \nWe invite you to join us in this journey of reflection and help envision the future we want together\, where we can chart a course for the future where intersectional\, interdependent\, Independent Living thrives.
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/celebrating-cilt-through-the-decades/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240605T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240605T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240222T184028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T123107Z
UID:14161-1717596000-1717599600@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Disabled Writers Drop In
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Writer’s Drop-In\n\nThis monthly virtual meet up is a chance for Disabled writers to connect and write in community. Emerging and experienced writer’s welcome. Whether you write all the time or are wanting to find ways to incorporate more writing into your life this is a chance to spend an hour together to make some room for our writing. Whether you use voice to text\, a pen and paper\, a brailler\, typing or bringing someone with you to transcribe when writing\, all methods of playing with words are welcome! This program occurs the first Wednesday of every month from 2pm-3pm.\n\nEach meet up has:\n\n-Opening go around sharing the successes and challenges of our writing this month\n-20-25 minutes of writing time together. A prompt will be given but you are welcome to bring anything you like to work on.\n-After writing we share lines or words to create a collective poem.\n-Resource Wrap Up where we can share any opportunities\, workshops\, publication calls\, events\, etc. that might be of interest to the group.\n-We end by reading a poem by a disabled writer.\n\nAccess:\n\nPlease let me know about any access needs you would like to share. Automatic Closed Captions will be turned on. ASL interpretation will be provided if need is confirmed one week before the scheduled session on Wednesday at 12pm.\n\nPlease contact rebecca.wood@cilt.ca with any questions or to register to receive the zoom link.\n\nFor more information about programs and resources related to writing and disability please join our facebook group here:\nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltdisabledwriters
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/disabled-writers-drop-in-9/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240612T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240612T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240423T123558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T190156Z
UID:15755-1718193600-1718197200@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Peer Support Group for Parents with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Peer Support Group for Parents with Disabilities\n\nJoin CILT’s Parenting with a Disability Network and Vibrant Healthcare Alliance for an opportunity to share your parenting challenges and joys\, offer support\, problem-solving and celebration with other people who can relate to your experience parenting with a disability. This program is facilitated by staff with lived experience.\n\nThis group runs monthly from 12-1pm on the second Wednesday of the month over zoom.\nEach session includes:\n\n-A check in where people can share a joy and a challenge they have experienced since our last meeting\n-Time to discuss\n\n-A check out \n\n To register: email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca\nor call 416-599-2458 ext 291\n\nPlease let us know about any access or zoom support needs when registering. Auto captions will be turned on. ASL-English interpretation will be provided if need is confirmed by 12pm one week ahead of the scheduled session. Participants can join by phone.\n\nJoin our PDN mailing list here: https://cilt.ca/about-us/mailing-list/\nJoin our PDN Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltpdn
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/peer-support-group-for-parents-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240626T141500
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240208T171244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T171244Z
UID:14131-1719406800-1719411300@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:CILT Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:CILT Peer Connect \n  \nCILT Peer Connect is a monthly virtual (over zoom) peer support gathering for a cross-disability group of adults\, based on the Independent Living philosophy and Disability Justice principles. To register or for more info email Amanda.Dorter@cilt.ca or peers@cilt.ca\, \nPhone: 416-599-2458 ext 293 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service \nIn every session we: \n– Check in with one another about how we’re doing \n– Connect with peers about issues and experiences related to disability \n– Share strategies to navigate the world and to thrive \nWe may also bring in group wellness activities such as mindfulness\, or invite speakers or bring resources together on topics of interest to the group. \nThis group operates within the independent living philosophy with the belief that we can take control of our own lives by exercising their right to examine options\, make choices\, take risks and even make mistakes. \nThis group is grounded in principles of Disability Justice\, including the principles of anti-oppression and of interdependence. \nGroup guidelines and discussion topics will be sent out when you register. Please be ready to participate in activity and discussion. \nLet us know about any access needs when you register. There is an option to join these sessions by phone. Automatic closed captioning will be provided. ASL requires advanced notice.
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/cilt-peer-connect-20/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240703T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240703T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240423T122159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T155938Z
UID:15740-1720015200-1720018800@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Disabled Writers' Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Writers’ Drop-In\n\nThis monthly virtual meet up is a chance for Disabled writers to connect and write in community. Emerging and experienced writer’s welcome. Whether you write all the time or are wanting to find ways to incorporate more writing into your life this is a chance to spend an hour together to make some room for our writing. Whether you use voice to text\, a pen and paper\, a brailler\, typing or bringing someone with you to transcribe when writing\, all methods of playing with words are welcome! This program occurs the first Wednesday of every month from 2pm-3pm.\n\nEach meet up has:\n\n-Opening go around sharing the successes and challenges of our writing this month\n-20-25 minutes of writing time together. A prompt will be given but you are welcome to bring anything you like to work on.\n-After writing we share lines or words to create a collective poem.\n-Resource Wrap Up where we can share any opportunities\, workshops\, publication calls\, events\, etc. that might be of interest to the group.\n-We end by reading a poem by a disabled writer.\n\nAccess:\n\nPlease let me know about any access needs you would like to share. Automatic Closed Captions will be turned on. ASL interpretation will be provided if need is confirmed one week before the scheduled session on Wednesday at 12pm.\n\nPlease contact rebecca.wood@cilt.ca with any questions or to register to receive the zoom link.\n\n\nThis program is available for Ontario residents.\n\n In order to register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.\n\n\nFor more information about programs and resources related to writing and disability please join our facebook group here:\nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltdisabledwriters
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/disabled-writers-drop-in-12/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240710T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240710T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240423T123720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T160456Z
UID:15757-1720612800-1720616400@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Peer Support Group for Parents with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Peer Support Group for Parents with Disabilities\n\nJoin CILT’s Parenting with a Disability Network and Vibrant Healthcare Alliance for an opportunity to share your parenting challenges and joys\, offer support\, problem-solving and celebration with other people who can relate to your experience parenting with a disability. This program is facilitated by staff with lived experience.\n\nThis group runs monthly from 12-1pm on the second Wednesday of the month over zoom.\nEach session includes:\n\n-A check in where people can share a joy and a challenge they have experienced since our last meeting\n-Time to discuss\n\n-A check out \n\n To register: email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca\nor call 416-599-2458 ext 291\n\n\nThis program is available for Ontario residents.\nIn order to register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.\n\n\n\nPlease let us know about any access or zoom support needs when registering. Auto captions will be turned on. ASL-English interpretation will be provided if need is confirmed by 12pm one week ahead of the scheduled session. Participants can join by phone.\n\nJoin our PDN mailing list here: https://cilt.ca/about-us/mailing-list/\nJoin our PDN Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltpdn
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/peer-support-group-for-parents-with-disabilities-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240713T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240713T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240702T212610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T212610Z
UID:15913-1720875600-1720890000@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Toronto’s 13th Annual Disability Pride March – July 13th
DESCRIPTION:Toronto’s 13th Annual Disability Pride March – July 13th\n\n \n\nDate: July 13th\, 2024\n\n \n\nTime:  1:00 – 5:00 pm\n\n \n\nLocation and route info: Queens Park to Grange Park. Marching 2 km from 110 Wellesley Street W to 80 Beverley St.\n\n \n\nAccessibility: Accessible van\, ASL interpreters\, and Sighted Guides will be available. Email any access questions/requests to accesstdpm@gmail.com\n\n \n\nPlease wear a mask!\n\n \n\nVirtual live feed available on Facebook and Instagram @TorontoDisabilityPrideMarch\n\n \n\nFor more information\, please visit TDPM: https://torontodisabilitypride.wordpress.com/
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/torontos-13th-annual-disability-pride-march-july-13th/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240731T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240731T141500
DTSTAMP:20260417T111920
CREATED:20240208T171343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T183110Z
UID:14133-1722430800-1722435300@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:CILT Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:CILT Peer Connect \n  \nCILT Peer Connect is a monthly virtual (over zoom) peer support gathering for a cross-disability group of adults\, based on the Independent Living philosophy and Disability Justice principles. To register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca or peers@cilt.ca\, \nPhone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service \nIn every session we: \n– Check in with one another about how we’re doing \n– Connect with peers about issues and experiences related to disability \n– Share strategies to navigate the world and to thrive \nWe may also bring in group wellness activities such as mindfulness\, or invite speakers or bring resources together on topics of interest to the group. \nThis group operates within the independent living philosophy with the belief that we can take control of our own lives by exercising their right to examine options\, make choices\, take risks and even make mistakes. \nThis group is grounded in principles of Disability Justice\, including the principles of anti-oppression and of interdependence. \nGroup guidelines and discussion topics will be sent out when you register. Please be ready to participate in activity and discussion. \nLet us know about any access needs when you register. There is an option to join these sessions by phone. Automatic closed captioning will be provided. ASL requires advanced notice. \n  \nThis program is available for Ontario residents.\nIn order to register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/cilt-peer-connect-21/
LOCATION:Virtual
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