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SUMMARY:From Resistance to Resilience: Combatting oppression as Black\, Disabled People in Toronto
DESCRIPTION:The Centre for Independent Living in Toronto (CILT) and Community Partners \ninvite you to our virtual conversation in celebration of Black History Month. \n  \nFrom Resistance to Resilience: \nCombatting oppression as Black\, Disabled People in Toronto. \n  \nTHURSDAY FEBRUARY 27\, \n1:00PM – 3:00PM. EST. \n  \nPanel Discussion facilitated by CILT’s Joella Connaught and David Meyers\, featuring: \nKain Nathaniel: Consultant & Facilitator\, Evenings & Weekends. \nRayanne Banaga: Researcher\, Race and Disability Canada. \nJoanne Marcano: Chair\, Anti-Racism: Black Cultural Awareness Group. \nTekel Gabriel: Professor\, George Brown College. \n  \nRegister Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81274716834?pwd=2GiR0ibJpX5FOc0D6DwODmplVI0J9V.1 \n  \nMore info: info@cilt.ca (416) 599-2458. \nAccess: ASL-English interpretation and CART Captioning are provided. \n  \nAll are welcome. Those of us who are not Black are encouraged to listen and learn.
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/from-resistance-to-resilience-combatting-oppression-as-black-disabled-people-in-toronto/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250303T150000
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SUMMARY:Parenting and Disability: Navigating Pregnancy\, Parenting\, and Support Networks
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Webinar with Holland Bloorview’s Knowledge Network of Expertise on Disability & Sexuality!\nParenting and Disability: Navigating Pregnancy\, Parenting\, and Support Networks\n\nDate and Time:\nMonday\, March 4\, 2025\n3:00-4:00 PM EST\nRegistration Link: https://www.tickettailor.com/…/hollandbloorview…/1588220\nThis event will be recorded. Link to recording will be shared when available.\n\nWebinar Description:\nPeople with disabilities are often excluded from discussions about sexuality and parenting. This webinar seeks to bridge that gap by examining the unique experiences\, challenges\, and supports available to disabled individuals as they navigate pregnancy and parenting. As part of the “Knowledge Network of Expertise in Disability & Sexuality” series\, this session emphasizes the importance of equitable access to information\, affirming care\, and peer support. Attendees will gain insights from experts dedicated to promoting inclusive and accessible approaches to parenting and pregnancy for disabled people.\n\nSpeakers and Facilitators:\n\nDr. Hilary Brown (Facilitator)\nHilary Brown\, PhD\, is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto\, with appointments in the Department of Health & Society and the Dalla Lana School of Public Health. She is also cross-appointed to the Faculty of Medicine’s Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology and serves as an Adjunct Scientist at Women’s College Hospital and ICES. Dr. Brown holds a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Disability & Reproductive Health. Her research explores maternal and child health across the life course\, focusing on populations with disabilities and chronic conditions.\n\nWendy Porch (Speaker) and Rebecca Wood (Speaker)\nWendy Porch is the Executive Director of the Centre for Independent Living in Toronto (CILT) and a parent with a disability. Rebecca Wood is the coordinator of the Parenting with a Disability Network (PDN)\, a cross-disability program at CILT supporting parents and prospective parents with disabilities in Toronto and the GTA. The PDN provides opportunities for networking\, peer support\, education\, and information-sharing. Rooted in an inclusive and anti-oppressive framework\, the PDN recognizes parents with disabilities as experts in their own needs and works to connect them with resources\, programs\, and services to meet the needs of their families.\n\nDr. Anne Berndl (Speaker)\nDr. Anne Berndl is the founder and director of the Accessible Care Pregnancy Clinic\, the first clinic in North America dedicated to providing pregnancy and birth care for people with physical disabilities. She is a maternal-fetal-medicine specialist at Sunnybrook Hospital\, associate professor at the University of Toronto\, and an associate scientist at the Sunnybrook Research Institute. Dr. Berndl is a leader in advancing research and care for disabled people navigating pregnancy\, focusing on personalized and condition-specific approaches.\n 
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/parenting-and-disability-navigating-pregnancy-parenting-and-support-networks/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250305T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250305T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
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SUMMARY:Disabled Writers' Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Writers’ Drop-In\nThis monthly virtual meet up is a chance for a cross-disability group of writers to connect and write in community. Beginners and experienced writer’s are welcome! This is a chance to spend an hour together to make some room for our writing.\nWhether 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!\n\nThis program occurs the first Wednesday of every month from 2pm-3pm.\n Each Drop-In Includes:\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\nRegistration:\n This program is available for Ontario residents.\n To register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.\n Please contact rebecca.wood@cilt.ca with any questions or to register to receive emails with meeting reminders a week before\, the zoom link week of and resources following the Drop-In.\n\nAccess:\n Please let us know about any access needs when you register. Automatic Closed Captions will be turned on. ASL-English interpretation will be provided upon request.\n For more information about this program and to read our past collective poems visit https://cilt.ca/programs-and-services/peer-support/disabled-writers-drop-in/\nMore about Disability in Writing at CILT here https://cilt.ca/programs-and-services/peer-support/disability-in-writing-at-cilt/\n You may also want to join our Disabled Writers’ Drop-In facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltdisabledwriters
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/disabled-writers-drop-in-19/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250319T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250319T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250225T130919Z
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SUMMARY:PDN Vibrant Zoom: Peer Support Group for Parents with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:PDN Vibrant Zoom: Peer Support Group for Parents with Disabilities  \n  \nJoin CILT’s Parenting with a Disability Network and Vibrant Community Health for a monthly virtual peer support group. This group is an opportunity to share parenting challenges and joys\, problem-solve and celebrate with others who can relate to your experience parenting with a disability. This a cross-disability group and is facilitated by staff with lived experience.  \n  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \nIn every session we have:  \n-A check in where people can share their name\, pronouns\, a joy and a challenge of parenting they have experienced since our last meeting  \n  \n-A discussion topic   \n  \n-A short self-care exercise  \n  \n-Resource sharing about any upcoming programs\, events\, media or information related to disability and parenting  \n  \n-A check out  \n  \n  \nPDN Vibrant Zoom operates within the Independent Living philosophy and is an opportunity to show up in a group where we as disabled parents are experts on our own lives and our own needs. We may all have different lived experience\, but this group is an opportunity to share and discuss what works for us and hear about what works for others so that we have a choice of strategies as we navigate the world and thrive. IL philosophy believes we have the right to take control of our own lives by exercising the 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. We recognize that intersecting identities inform lived experience and welcome this experience in PDN Vibrant Zoom.   \nGroup Agreements and discussion topics will be sent out when you register. You will receive a reminder email one week before the program and a zoom link the day before. 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-English interpretation is available if requested in advance.  \nThis program is available for Ontario residents. To register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.  \n  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \nTo find out about other programs and events at CILT please join our mailing list: https://cilt.ca/about-us/mailing-list/   \nYou are also welcome to join our PDN Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltpdn 
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/pdn-vibrant-zoom-peer-support-group-for-parents-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250326T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250326T141500
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250225T125217Z
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SUMMARY:Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:  \nCILT Peer Connect is a monthly virtual peer support meeting for a cross-disability group of adults facilitated by staff with lived experience.  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \n  \nIn every session we have:  \n-A check in where people can share their name\, pronouns\, a joy and a challenge they have experienced since our last meeting  \n  \n-A discussion topic or wellness activity   \n  \n-Resource sharing about any upcoming programs\, events\, media or information related to disability  \n  \n-A check out  \n  \nCILT’s Peer Connect operates within the Independent Living philosophy and is an opportunity to show up in a group where we are experts on our own lives and our own needs. We may all have different lived experience of disability\, but this group is an opportunity to share and discuss what works for us and hear about what works for others so that we have a choice of strategies as we navigate the world and thrive. IL philosophy believes we have the right to take control of our own lives by exercising the right to examine options\, make choices\, take risks and even make mistakes.   \n  \nThis group is grounded in principles of Disability Justice\, including the principles of anti-oppression and of interdependence. We recognize that intersecting identities inform lived experience and welcome this experience in Peer Connect.   \n  \nGroup Agreements and discussion topics will be sent out when you register. You will receive a reminder email one week before the program and a zoom link the day before. 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-English interpretation is available if requested in advance.  \n  \nThis program is available for Ontario residents. To register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.  \n  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \nTo find out about other programs and events at CILT please join our mailing list: https://cilt.ca/about-us/mailing-list/   \nYou are also welcome to join our Peer Support facebook group:  www.facebook.com/groups/ciltpeersupport/   
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/peer-connect-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250402T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250402T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250122T172813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T172813Z
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SUMMARY:Disabled Writers' Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Writers’ Drop-In\nThis monthly virtual meet up is a chance for a cross-disability group of writers to connect and write in community. Beginners and experienced writer’s are welcome! This is a chance to spend an hour together to make some room for our writing.\nWhether 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!\n\nThis program occurs the first Wednesday of every month from 2pm-3pm.\n Each Drop-In Includes:\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\nRegistration:\n This program is available for Ontario residents.\n To register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.\n Please contact rebecca.wood@cilt.ca with any questions or to register to receive emails with meeting reminders a week before\, the zoom link week of and resources following the Drop-In.\n\nAccess:\n Please let us know about any access needs when you register. Automatic Closed Captions will be turned on. ASL-English interpretation will be provided upon request.\n For more information about this program and to read our past collective poems visit https://cilt.ca/programs-and-services/peer-support/disabled-writers-drop-in/\nMore about Disability in Writing at CILT here https://cilt.ca/programs-and-services/peer-support/disability-in-writing-at-cilt/\n You may also want to join our Disabled Writers’ Drop-In facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltdisabledwriters
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/disabled-writers-drop-in-20/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250409T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250409T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250225T131013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T194122Z
UID:16529-1744200000-1744203600@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:PDN Vibrant Zoom: Peer Support Group for Parents with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:PDN Vibrant Zoom: Peer Support Group for Parents with Disabilities  \n  \nJoin CILT’s Parenting with a Disability Network and Vibrant Community Health for a monthly virtual peer support group. This group is an opportunity to share parenting challenges and joys\, problem-solve and celebrate with others who can relate to your experience parenting with a disability. This a cross-disability group and is facilitated by staff with lived experience.  \n  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \nIn every session we have:  \n-A check in where people can share their name\, pronouns\, a joy and a challenge of parenting they have experienced since our last meeting  \n  \n-A discussion topic   \n  \n-A short self-care exercise  \n  \n-Resource sharing about any upcoming programs\, events\, media or information related to disability and parenting  \n  \n-A check out  \n  \n  \nPDN Vibrant Zoom operates within the Independent Living philosophy and is an opportunity to show up in a group where we as disabled parents are experts on our own lives and our own needs. We may all have different lived experience\, but this group is an opportunity to share and discuss what works for us and hear about what works for others so that we have a choice of strategies as we navigate the world and thrive. IL philosophy believes we have the right to take control of our own lives by exercising the 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. We recognize that intersecting identities inform lived experience and welcome this experience in PDN Vibrant Zoom.   \nGroup Agreements and discussion topics will be sent out when you register. You will receive a reminder email one week before the program and a zoom link the day before. 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-English interpretation is available if requested in advance.  \nThis program is available for Ontario residents. To register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.  \n  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \nTo find out about other programs and events at CILT please join our mailing list: https://cilt.ca/about-us/mailing-list/   \nYou are also welcome to join our PDN Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltpdn 
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/pdn-vibrant-zoom-peer-support-group-for-parents-with-disabilities-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250416T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250313T120934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T120934Z
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SUMMARY:IDE+A workshop: Foundations of Disability Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:CILT is thrilled to announce a public pay-per-seat offering of our IDE+A workshop: Foundations of Disability Inclusion on April 16th from 10am-12pm!  \n  \nCo-led by a cross-disability team of disabled & Deaf facilitators\, this training aims to support organizations across Canada with building on disability inclusion knowledge & best practices. The goal is to foster greater inclusion of accessibility and disabled and Deaf communities at the service user\, staff and DEI strategy levels. Sign up now for the early bird discount of $150 per seat only available until April 7th!  \n  \nREGISTER NOW: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/centre-for-independent-living-in-toronto-cilt-inc/events/foundations-of-disability-inclusion/  \n  \nIf cost is a barrier\, please email keat.welsh@cilt.ca.   \n\nFor more information about the IDE+A project and the Foundations of Disability Inclusion workshop\, please check out: https://cilt.ca/foundations-of-disability-inclusion/
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/idea-workshop-foundations-of-disability-inclusion/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:IDE+A
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250429T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250429T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250501T113335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T113335Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Writing for People with Disabilities  presented by The Centre for Independent Living and Vibrant Community Health
DESCRIPTION:This 5-week program will explore writing as a form of creative self-expression rooted  in\nthe ways that lived experience of Disability informs how we write and what we write about.\n Sessions will include:\n-Writing with Prompts\n-Reading and discussing work by Disabled Writers\n-Sharing writing and giving/receiving feedback\n-Facilitators with lived experience of disability\n This program is for beginner writers\, and anyone interested in writing more\, playing with words and sharing their work with others.   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 AND 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 Tuesday April 22\, 2025\, at 12pm.\nTo register and book a pre-evaluation contact Lucy:  416-486-8666 ext.226  /  lucyn@vibranthealthcare.ca
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/creative-writing-for-people-with-disabilities-presented-by-the-centre-for-independent-living-and-vibrant-community-health/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250430T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250430T141500
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250225T125610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T130439Z
UID:16503-1746018000-1746022500@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:  \nCILT Peer Connect is a monthly virtual peer support meeting for a cross-disability group of adults facilitated by staff with lived experience.  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \n  \nIn every session we have:  \n-A check in where people can share their name\, pronouns\, a joy and a challenge they have experienced since our last meeting  \n  \n-A discussion topic or wellness activity   \n  \n-Resource sharing about any upcoming programs\, events\, media or information related to disability  \n  \n-A check out  \n  \nCILT’s Peer Connect operates within the Independent Living philosophy and is an opportunity to show up in a group where we are experts on our own lives and our own needs. We may all have different lived experience of disability\, but this group is an opportunity to share and discuss what works for us and hear about what works for others so that we have a choice of strategies as we navigate the world and thrive. IL philosophy believes we have the right to take control of our own lives by exercising the right to examine options\, make choices\, take risks and even make mistakes.   \n  \nThis group is grounded in principles of Disability Justice\, including the principles of anti-oppression and of interdependence. We recognize that intersecting identities inform lived experience and welcome this experience in Peer Connect.   \n  \nGroup Agreements and discussion topics will be sent out when you register. You will receive a reminder email one week before the program and a zoom link the day before. 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-English interpretation is available if requested in advance.  \n  \nThis program is available for Ontario residents. To register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.  \n  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \nTo find out about other programs and events at CILT please join our mailing list: https://cilt.ca/about-us/mailing-list/   \nYou are also welcome to join our Peer Support facebook group:  www.facebook.com/groups/ciltpeersupport/   
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/16503/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250506T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250506T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250501T113516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T113516Z
UID:16780-1746536400-1746541800@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Creative Writing for People with Disabilities  presented by The Centre for Independent Living and Vibrant Community Health
DESCRIPTION:This 5-week program will explore writing as a form of creative self-expression rooted  in\nthe ways that lived experience of Disability informs how we write and what we write about.\n Sessions will include:\n-Writing with Prompts\n-Reading and discussing work by Disabled Writers\n-Sharing writing and giving/receiving feedback\n-Facilitators with lived experience of disability\n This program is for beginner writers\, and anyone interested in writing more\, playing with words and sharing their work with others.   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!\n\nPARTICIPANTS MUST COMMIT TO ALL SESSIONS AND 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.\n\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 Tuesday April 22\, 2025\, at 12pm.\nTo register and book a pre-evaluation contact Lucy:  416-486-8666 ext.226  /  lucyn@vibranthealthcare.ca
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/creative-writing-for-people-with-disabilities-presented-by-the-centre-for-independent-living-and-vibrant-community-health-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250507T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250122T172907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T172907Z
UID:16393-1746626400-1746630000@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Disabled Writers' Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Writers’ Drop-In\nThis monthly virtual meet up is a chance for a cross-disability group of writers to connect and write in community. Beginners and experienced writer’s are welcome! This is a chance to spend an hour together to make some room for our writing.\nWhether 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!\n\nThis program occurs the first Wednesday of every month from 2pm-3pm.\n Each Drop-In Includes:\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\nRegistration:\n This program is available for Ontario residents.\n To register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.\n Please contact rebecca.wood@cilt.ca with any questions or to register to receive emails with meeting reminders a week before\, the zoom link week of and resources following the Drop-In.\n\nAccess:\n Please let us know about any access needs when you register. Automatic Closed Captions will be turned on. ASL-English interpretation will be provided upon request.\n For more information about this program and to read our past collective poems visit https://cilt.ca/programs-and-services/peer-support/disabled-writers-drop-in/\nMore about Disability in Writing at CILT here https://cilt.ca/programs-and-services/peer-support/disability-in-writing-at-cilt/\n You may also want to join our Disabled Writers’ Drop-In facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltdisabledwriters
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/disabled-writers-drop-in-21/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250501T113624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T113624Z
UID:16782-1747141200-1747146600@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Creative Writing for People with Disabilities  presented by The Centre for Independent Living and Vibrant Community Health
DESCRIPTION:This 5-week program will explore writing as a form of creative self-expression rooted  in\nthe ways that lived experience of Disability informs how we write and what we write about.\n Sessions will include:\n-Writing with Prompts\n-Reading and discussing work by Disabled Writers\n-Sharing writing and giving/receiving feedback\n-Facilitators with lived experience of disability\n This program is for beginner writers\, and anyone interested in writing more\, playing with words and sharing their work with others.   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!\n\nPARTICIPANTS MUST COMMIT TO ALL SESSIONS AND 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.\n\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 Tuesday April 22\, 2025\, at 12pm.\nTo register and book a pre-evaluation contact Lucy:  416-486-8666 ext.226  /  lucyn@vibranthealthcare.ca
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/creative-writing-for-people-with-disabilities-presented-by-the-centre-for-independent-living-and-vibrant-community-health-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250520T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250501T113704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T113704Z
UID:16784-1747746000-1747751400@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Creative Writing for People with Disabilities  presented by The Centre for Independent Living and Vibrant Community Health
DESCRIPTION:This 5-week program will explore writing as a form of creative self-expression rooted  in\nthe ways that lived experience of Disability informs how we write and what we write about.\n Sessions will include:\n-Writing with Prompts\n-Reading and discussing work by Disabled Writers\n-Sharing writing and giving/receiving feedback\n-Facilitators with lived experience of disability\n This program is for beginner writers\, and anyone interested in writing more\, playing with words and sharing their work with others.   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!\n\nPARTICIPANTS MUST COMMIT TO ALL SESSIONS AND 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.\n\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 Tuesday April 22\, 2025\, at 12pm.\nTo register and book a pre-evaluation contact Lucy:  416-486-8666 ext.226  /  lucyn@vibranthealthcare.ca
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/creative-writing-for-people-with-disabilities-presented-by-the-centre-for-independent-living-and-vibrant-community-health-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250225T131055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T194201Z
UID:16531-1747828800-1747832400@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:PDN Vibrant Zoom: Peer Support Group for Parents with Disabilities 
DESCRIPTION:PDN Vibrant Zoom: Peer Support Group for Parents with Disabilities  \n  \nJoin CILT’s Parenting with a Disability Network and Vibrant Community Health for a monthly virtual peer support group. This group is an opportunity to share parenting challenges and joys\, problem-solve and celebrate with others who can relate to your experience parenting with a disability. This a cross-disability group and is facilitated by staff with lived experience.  \n  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \nIn every session we have:  \n-A check in where people can share their name\, pronouns\, a joy and a challenge of parenting they have experienced since our last meeting  \n  \n-A discussion topic   \n  \n-A short self-care exercise  \n  \n-Resource sharing about any upcoming programs\, events\, media or information related to disability and parenting  \n  \n-A check out  \n  \n  \nPDN Vibrant Zoom operates within the Independent Living philosophy and is an opportunity to show up in a group where we as disabled parents are experts on our own lives and our own needs. We may all have different lived experience\, but this group is an opportunity to share and discuss what works for us and hear about what works for others so that we have a choice of strategies as we navigate the world and thrive. IL philosophy believes we have the right to take control of our own lives by exercising the 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. We recognize that intersecting identities inform lived experience and welcome this experience in PDN Vibrant Zoom.   \nGroup Agreements and discussion topics will be sent out when you register. You will receive a reminder email one week before the program and a zoom link the day before. 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-English interpretation is available if requested in advance.  \nThis program is available for Ontario residents. To register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.  \n  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \nTo find out about other programs and events at CILT please join our mailing list: https://cilt.ca/about-us/mailing-list/   \nYou are also welcome to join our PDN Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltpdn 
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/pdn-vibrant-zoom-peer-support-group-for-parents-with-disabilities-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250527T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250527T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250501T113745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T113745Z
UID:16786-1748350800-1748356200@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Creative Writing for People with Disabilities  presented by The Centre for Independent Living and Vibrant Community Health
DESCRIPTION:This 5-week program will explore writing as a form of creative self-expression rooted  in\nthe ways that lived experience of Disability informs how we write and what we write about.\n Sessions will include:\n-Writing with Prompts\n-Reading and discussing work by Disabled Writers\n-Sharing writing and giving/receiving feedback\n-Facilitators with lived experience of disability\n This program is for beginner writers\, and anyone interested in writing more\, playing with words and sharing their work with others.   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!\n\nPARTICIPANTS MUST COMMIT TO ALL SESSIONS AND 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.\n\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 Tuesday April 22\, 2025\, at 12pm.\nTo register and book a pre-evaluation contact Lucy:  416-486-8666 ext.226  /  lucyn@vibranthealthcare.ca
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/creative-writing-for-people-with-disabilities-presented-by-the-centre-for-independent-living-and-vibrant-community-health-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250528T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250528T141500
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250225T125744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T125744Z
UID:16509-1748437200-1748441700@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:  \nCILT Peer Connect is a monthly virtual peer support meeting for a cross-disability group of adults facilitated by staff with lived experience.  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \n  \nIn every session we have:  \n-A check in where people can share their name\, pronouns\, a joy and a challenge they have experienced since our last meeting  \n  \n-A discussion topic or wellness activity   \n  \n-Resource sharing about any upcoming programs\, events\, media or information related to disability  \n  \n-A check out  \n  \nCILT’s Peer Connect operates within the Independent Living philosophy and is an opportunity to show up in a group where we are experts on our own lives and our own needs. We may all have different lived experience of disability\, but this group is an opportunity to share and discuss what works for us and hear about what works for others so that we have a choice of strategies as we navigate the world and thrive. IL philosophy believes we have the right to take control of our own lives by exercising the right to examine options\, make choices\, take risks and even make mistakes.   \n  \nThis group is grounded in principles of Disability Justice\, including the principles of anti-oppression and of interdependence. We recognize that intersecting identities inform lived experience and welcome this experience in Peer Connect.   \n  \nGroup Agreements and discussion topics will be sent out when you register. You will receive a reminder email one week before the program and a zoom link the day before. 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-English interpretation is available if requested in advance.  \n  \nThis program is available for Ontario residents. To register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.  \n  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \nTo find out about other programs and events at CILT please join our mailing list: https://cilt.ca/about-us/mailing-list/   \nYou are also welcome to join our Peer Support facebook group:  www.facebook.com/groups/ciltpeersupport/   
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/peer-connect-7/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250604T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250604T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250122T173004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T173004Z
UID:16395-1749045600-1749049200@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Disabled Writers' Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Writers’ Drop-In\nThis monthly virtual meet up is a chance for a cross-disability group of writers to connect and write in community. Beginners and experienced writer’s are welcome! This is a chance to spend an hour together to make some room for our writing.\nWhether 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!\n\nThis program occurs the first Wednesday of every month from 2pm-3pm.\n Each Drop-In Includes:\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\nRegistration:\n This program is available for Ontario residents.\n To register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.\n Please contact rebecca.wood@cilt.ca with any questions or to register to receive emails with meeting reminders a week before\, the zoom link week of and resources following the Drop-In.\n\nAccess:\n Please let us know about any access needs when you register. Automatic Closed Captions will be turned on. ASL-English interpretation will be provided upon request.\n For more information about this program and to read our past collective poems visit https://cilt.ca/programs-and-services/peer-support/disabled-writers-drop-in/\nMore about Disability in Writing at CILT here https://cilt.ca/programs-and-services/peer-support/disability-in-writing-at-cilt/\n You may also want to join our Disabled Writers’ Drop-In facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltdisabledwriters
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/disabled-writers-drop-in-22/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250606T161123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T161123Z
UID:16827-1750248000-1750251600@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:PDN Vibrant Zoom: Peer Support Group for Parents with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:  \nPDN Vibrant Zoom: Peer Support Group for Parents with Disabilities  \n  \nJoin CILT’s Parenting with a Disability Network and Vibrant Community Health for a monthly virtual peer support group. This group is an opportunity to share parenting challenges and joys\, problem-solve and celebrate with others who can relate to your experience parenting with a disability. This a cross-disability group and is facilitated by staff with lived experience.  \n  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \nIn every session we have:  \n-A check in where people can share their name\, pronouns\, a joy and a challenge of parenting they have experienced since our last meeting  \n  \n-A discussion topic   \n  \n-A short self-care exercise  \n  \n-Resource sharing about any upcoming programs\, events\, media or information related to disability and parenting  \n  \n-A check out  \n  \n  \nPDN Vibrant Zoom operates within the Independent Living philosophy and is an opportunity to show up in a group where we as disabled parents are experts on our own lives and our own needs. We may all have different lived experience\, but this group is an opportunity to share and discuss what works for us and hear about what works for others so that we have a choice of strategies as we navigate the world and thrive. IL philosophy believes we have the right to take control of our own lives by exercising the 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. We recognize that intersecting identities inform lived experience and welcome this experience in PDN Vibrant Zoom.   \nGroup Agreements and discussion topics will be sent out when you register. You will receive a reminder email one week before the program and a zoom link the day before. 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-English interpretation is available if requested in advance.  \nThis program is available for Ontario residents. To register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.  \n  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \nTo find out about other programs and events at CILT please join our mailing list: https://cilt.ca/about-us/mailing-list/   \nYou are also welcome to join our PDN Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltpdn 
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/pdn-vibrant-zoom-peer-support-group-for-parents-with-disabilities-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250625T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250625T141500
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250225T125825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T125825Z
UID:16511-1750856400-1750860900@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:  \nCILT Peer Connect is a monthly virtual peer support meeting for a cross-disability group of adults facilitated by staff with lived experience.  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \n  \nIn every session we have:  \n-A check in where people can share their name\, pronouns\, a joy and a challenge they have experienced since our last meeting  \n  \n-A discussion topic or wellness activity   \n  \n-Resource sharing about any upcoming programs\, events\, media or information related to disability  \n  \n-A check out  \n  \nCILT’s Peer Connect operates within the Independent Living philosophy and is an opportunity to show up in a group where we are experts on our own lives and our own needs. We may all have different lived experience of disability\, but this group is an opportunity to share and discuss what works for us and hear about what works for others so that we have a choice of strategies as we navigate the world and thrive. IL philosophy believes we have the right to take control of our own lives by exercising the right to examine options\, make choices\, take risks and even make mistakes.   \n  \nThis group is grounded in principles of Disability Justice\, including the principles of anti-oppression and of interdependence. We recognize that intersecting identities inform lived experience and welcome this experience in Peer Connect.   \n  \nGroup Agreements and discussion topics will be sent out when you register. You will receive a reminder email one week before the program and a zoom link the day before. 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-English interpretation is available if requested in advance.  \n  \nThis program is available for Ontario residents. To register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.  \n  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \nTo find out about other programs and events at CILT please join our mailing list: https://cilt.ca/about-us/mailing-list/   \nYou are also welcome to join our Peer Support facebook group:  www.facebook.com/groups/ciltpeersupport/   
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/peer-connect-8/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250702T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250702T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250122T180249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T180249Z
UID:16397-1751464800-1751468400@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Disabled Writers' Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Writers’ Drop-In\nThis monthly virtual meet up is a chance for a cross-disability group of writers to connect and write in community. Beginners and experienced writer’s are welcome! This is a chance to spend an hour together to make some room for our writing.\nWhether 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!\n\nThis program occurs the first Wednesday of every month from 2pm-3pm.\n Each Drop-In Includes:\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\nRegistration:\n This program is available for Ontario residents.\n To register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.\n Please contact rebecca.wood@cilt.ca with any questions or to register to receive emails with meeting reminders a week before\, the zoom link week of and resources following the Drop-In.\n\nAccess:\n Please let us know about any access needs when you register. Automatic Closed Captions will be turned on. ASL-English interpretation will be provided upon request.\n For more information about this program and to read our past collective poems visit https://cilt.ca/programs-and-services/peer-support/disabled-writers-drop-in/\nMore about Disability in Writing at CILT here https://cilt.ca/programs-and-services/peer-support/disability-in-writing-at-cilt/\n You may also want to join our Disabled Writers’ Drop-In facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltdisabledwriters
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/disabled-writers-drop-in-23/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250723T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250723T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250704T161217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T161217Z
UID:16917-1753279200-1753290000@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Consumer Summer Social 
DESCRIPTION:Centre for Independent Living in Toronto (CILT) is pleased to invite you to our   \nSummer Social CILT Invite \nAn In-Person Event  \nThis event will allow CILT consumers to connect with us and each other in-person in a fun and safe manner! We will also be sharing the results of our consumer survey.  \nJoin us for a day of crafts\, connection and light refreshments.  \n  \nWhen: Wednesday July 23\, 2025 2:00-5:00 PM Eastern Time  \nWhere: St Matthew’s Clubhouse (450 Broadview Ave\, Toronto\, North of Gerrard)  \n  \nCOVID Safety: This will be an indoor/outdoor event. We ask that you wear a mask when indoors if you’re able. We will have windows and doors open and will have masks and air filters on the premises.  \n  \nRegister Here: forms.office.com/r/RyaWtm9uen   \n  \nAccess Supports: ASL-English interpretation and attendant services provided. If you need assistance with registering or additional information\, please contact Robin Simmons by e-mail robin.simmons@cilt.ca or call 416-599-2458 ext. 293.  
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/consumer-summer-social/
LOCATION:St Matthew’s Clubhouse (450 Broadview Ave\, Toronto\, North of Gerrard)\, 450 Broadview Ave\, Toronto\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250729T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250729T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250707T180135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T180135Z
UID:16928-1753794000-1753801200@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:People with Disabilities and Self-Advocacy with your Doctor in Ontario
DESCRIPTION:CILT invites you to “People with Disabilities and Self-Advocacy with your Doctor in Ontario” Zoom meeting on Tuesday July 29\, 2025\, 1:00-3:00 PM Eastern Time (Canada) \nDescription: The webinar will provide self-advocacy skills for people with disabilities when visiting a doctor to ensure your access needs are being met. It will build on the understanding of the Independent Living Model vs the Medical Model for accessing health supports with your doctor and how to find a doctor in Ontario. This webinar will provide knowledge on your Health Information and Privacy Rights in Ontario. \nWhen: Tuesday July 29\, 2025\, 1:00-3:00 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 July 22\, 2025. \nRegister in advance for this meeting at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/sSTu_ZT0SyWYtqrrmJZEXg \nThis workshop will have the following objectives: \n1) Understanding the Independent Living Model vs the Medical Model \n2) How to find a Doctor in Ontario \n3) How to self-advocate with your doctor and ensure your access needs are being met \n4) Know your Health Information and Privacy Rights in Ontario \n5) Question and Answers \n6) 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. \nCentre for Independent Living in Toronto (CILT) Workshop Facilitators: \nJohn Mossa\, Independent Living Skills Coordinator \nRobin Simmons\, Inquiries Generalist \nDev Ramsawakh\, Program Assistant
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/people-with-disabilities-and-self-advocacy-with-your-doctor-in-ontario/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250730T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250730T141500
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250225T125909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T125909Z
UID:16513-1753880400-1753884900@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:  \nCILT Peer Connect is a monthly virtual peer support meeting for a cross-disability group of adults facilitated by staff with lived experience.  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \n  \nIn every session we have:  \n-A check in where people can share their name\, pronouns\, a joy and a challenge they have experienced since our last meeting  \n  \n-A discussion topic or wellness activity   \n  \n-Resource sharing about any upcoming programs\, events\, media or information related to disability  \n  \n-A check out  \n  \nCILT’s Peer Connect operates within the Independent Living philosophy and is an opportunity to show up in a group where we are experts on our own lives and our own needs. We may all have different lived experience of disability\, but this group is an opportunity to share and discuss what works for us and hear about what works for others so that we have a choice of strategies as we navigate the world and thrive. IL philosophy believes we have the right to take control of our own lives by exercising the right to examine options\, make choices\, take risks and even make mistakes.   \n  \nThis group is grounded in principles of Disability Justice\, including the principles of anti-oppression and of interdependence. We recognize that intersecting identities inform lived experience and welcome this experience in Peer Connect.   \n  \nGroup Agreements and discussion topics will be sent out when you register. You will receive a reminder email one week before the program and a zoom link the day before. 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-English interpretation is available if requested in advance.  \n  \nThis program is available for Ontario residents. To register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.  \n  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \nTo find out about other programs and events at CILT please join our mailing list: https://cilt.ca/about-us/mailing-list/   \nYou are also welcome to join our Peer Support facebook group:  www.facebook.com/groups/ciltpeersupport/   
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/peer-connect-9/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250806T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250806T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250122T180340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T180340Z
UID:16399-1754488800-1754492400@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Disabled Writers' Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Writers’ Drop-In\nThis monthly virtual meet up is a chance for a cross-disability group of writers to connect and write in community. Beginners and experienced writer’s are welcome! This is a chance to spend an hour together to make some room for our writing.\nWhether 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!\n\nThis program occurs the first Wednesday of every month from 2pm-3pm.\n Each Drop-In Includes:\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\nRegistration:\n This program is available for Ontario residents.\n To register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.\n Please contact rebecca.wood@cilt.ca with any questions or to register to receive emails with meeting reminders a week before\, the zoom link week of and resources following the Drop-In.\n\nAccess:\n Please let us know about any access needs when you register. Automatic Closed Captions will be turned on. ASL-English interpretation will be provided upon request.\n For more information about this program and to read our past collective poems visit https://cilt.ca/programs-and-services/peer-support/disabled-writers-drop-in/\nMore about Disability in Writing at CILT here https://cilt.ca/programs-and-services/peer-support/disability-in-writing-at-cilt/\n You may also want to join our Disabled Writers’ Drop-In facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltdisabledwriters
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/disabled-writers-drop-in-24/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250827T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250827T141500
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250225T125946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T125946Z
UID:16515-1756299600-1756304100@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:  \nCILT Peer Connect is a monthly virtual peer support meeting for a cross-disability group of adults facilitated by staff with lived experience.  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \n  \nIn every session we have:  \n-A check in where people can share their name\, pronouns\, a joy and a challenge they have experienced since our last meeting  \n  \n-A discussion topic or wellness activity   \n  \n-Resource sharing about any upcoming programs\, events\, media or information related to disability  \n  \n-A check out  \n  \nCILT’s Peer Connect operates within the Independent Living philosophy and is an opportunity to show up in a group where we are experts on our own lives and our own needs. We may all have different lived experience of disability\, but this group is an opportunity to share and discuss what works for us and hear about what works for others so that we have a choice of strategies as we navigate the world and thrive. IL philosophy believes we have the right to take control of our own lives by exercising the right to examine options\, make choices\, take risks and even make mistakes.   \n  \nThis group is grounded in principles of Disability Justice\, including the principles of anti-oppression and of interdependence. We recognize that intersecting identities inform lived experience and welcome this experience in Peer Connect.   \n  \nGroup Agreements and discussion topics will be sent out when you register. You will receive a reminder email one week before the program and a zoom link the day before. 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-English interpretation is available if requested in advance.  \n  \nThis program is available for Ontario residents. To register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.  \n  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \nTo find out about other programs and events at CILT please join our mailing list: https://cilt.ca/about-us/mailing-list/   \nYou are also welcome to join our Peer Support facebook group:  www.facebook.com/groups/ciltpeersupport/   
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/peer-connect-10/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250903T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250903T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250122T180425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T180425Z
UID:16401-1756908000-1756911600@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Disabled Writers' Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Writers’ Drop-In\nThis monthly virtual meet up is a chance for a cross-disability group of writers to connect and write in community. Beginners and experienced writer’s are welcome! This is a chance to spend an hour together to make some room for our writing.\nWhether 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!\n\nThis program occurs the first Wednesday of every month from 2pm-3pm.\n Each Drop-In Includes:\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\nRegistration:\n This program is available for Ontario residents.\n To register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.\n Please contact rebecca.wood@cilt.ca with any questions or to register to receive emails with meeting reminders a week before\, the zoom link week of and resources following the Drop-In.\n\nAccess:\n Please let us know about any access needs when you register. Automatic Closed Captions will be turned on. ASL-English interpretation will be provided upon request.\n For more information about this program and to read our past collective poems visit https://cilt.ca/programs-and-services/peer-support/disabled-writers-drop-in/\nMore about Disability in Writing at CILT here https://cilt.ca/programs-and-services/peer-support/disability-in-writing-at-cilt/\n You may also want to join our Disabled Writers’ Drop-In facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ciltdisabledwriters
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/disabled-writers-drop-in-25/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250924T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250924T141500
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250225T130028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T130028Z
UID:16517-1758718800-1758723300@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:  \nCILT Peer Connect is a monthly virtual peer support meeting for a cross-disability group of adults facilitated by staff with lived experience.  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \n  \nIn every session we have:  \n-A check in where people can share their name\, pronouns\, a joy and a challenge they have experienced since our last meeting  \n  \n-A discussion topic or wellness activity   \n  \n-Resource sharing about any upcoming programs\, events\, media or information related to disability  \n  \n-A check out  \n  \nCILT’s Peer Connect operates within the Independent Living philosophy and is an opportunity to show up in a group where we are experts on our own lives and our own needs. We may all have different lived experience of disability\, but this group is an opportunity to share and discuss what works for us and hear about what works for others so that we have a choice of strategies as we navigate the world and thrive. IL philosophy believes we have the right to take control of our own lives by exercising the right to examine options\, make choices\, take risks and even make mistakes.   \n  \nThis group is grounded in principles of Disability Justice\, including the principles of anti-oppression and of interdependence. We recognize that intersecting identities inform lived experience and welcome this experience in Peer Connect.   \n  \nGroup Agreements and discussion topics will be sent out when you register. You will receive a reminder email one week before the program and a zoom link the day before. 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-English interpretation is available if requested in advance.  \n  \nThis program is available for Ontario residents. To register you will be asked to provide your first and last name and what city you will be joining from.  \n  \nTo register or for more info email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca  or phone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service  \nTo find out about other programs and events at CILT please join our mailing list: https://cilt.ca/about-us/mailing-list/   \nYou are also welcome to join our Peer Support facebook group:  www.facebook.com/groups/ciltpeersupport/   
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/peer-connect-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250924T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250924T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250904T175658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T152330Z
UID:17039-1758738600-1758744000@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Racialized Disabled Writers Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Racialized Disabled Writers Workshop\n\nWhen: Sept 24\, 6:30 pm-8:00 pm\nWhere: Over Zoom\n\nJoin the Centre for Independent Living in Toronto for an evening of writing with a group of Racialized Disabled writers. Beginners and those curious about writing are welcome! This session will be facilitated by CILT staff with lived experience. Spaces are limited. Please register by Sept 18.\nIn this workshop participants will be invited to introduce themselves\, discuss different kinds of writing and sharing stories\, do some writing with prompts\, and have the option to share the first drafts that are created during writing time. We will end by reading a poem by a Disabled Racialized writer.  This program is only for participants who are Black\, Indigenous\, or People of Colour who have Disabilities.\nAccess: ASL-English interpretation will be available if need is confirmed by September 18th registration deadline. Zoom Auto-Captions will be turned on. Participants are welcome to fidget and take breaks as needed. Please let us know about any other access needs when you register.\n\nTo register click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/-l9B1jLlQ5WlpEjXXbqe0w\nIf you have questions about this program or need support with registration\, please contact Dev at dev.ramsawakh@cilt.ca or 416-599-2458 ext 301\nThis session will not be recorded. After the session\, participants will receive a resource document and a copy of the prompts used during the session as well as information about joining our monthly Disabled Writers’ Drop-In https://cilt.ca/programs-and-services/peer-support/disabled-writers-drop-in/
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/racialized-disabled-writers-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250925T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T230651
CREATED:20250827T173130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T155539Z
UID:17002-1758794400-1758801600@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Foundations of Disability Inclusion (public workshop)
DESCRIPTION:This public offering of the Foundations of Disability Inclusion workshop is a 2-hour virtual event in English over Zoom where you can gain a better understanding of disability and access as integral to effective Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion work\, facilitated by disabled and Deaf educators with lived experience.   \n  \nLearning Objectives include:  \n\nRecognize disability as part of human diversity \nUnderstand Independent Living as a fundamental shift in society \nDevelop a common understanding of disability frameworks including disability justice \nExplore ways to actively practice access and inclusion to dismantle ableism \n\n  \nTake this workshop if you:   \n\nReside in or work in Ontario \n\n\nAre interested as an individual and not together as an organization  \n\n\nNew staff at an organization that has taken the main workshop before  \n\n\nHave taken the main workshop before and would like a refresher  \n\n\nWould like to learn about disability inclusion and access and how to cultivate an effective EDI culture \n\n  \nSeats can be purchased at any range between $25 – $35 per seat OR two seats for a fixed $30. Purchase and sign up on Eventbrite: https://tinyurl.com/565vstvx  \n  \nThe workshop fee is being offered at a sliding scale to encourage individuals to decide for themselves how much they can contribute and consider accommodating as many as possible to access this workshop.   \n This workshop is meant to complement the main Foundations of Disability Inclusion workshop detailed on the CILT website: https://cilt.ca/foundations-of-disability-inclusion/    \nFor any questions about the workshop\, including if cost is a barrier\, or if your organization would like to consider booking the main Foundations workshop\, please email Keat Welsh (keat.welsh@cilt.ca).  \nThe Foundations of Disability Inclusion workshop is a program of the Centre for Independent Living in Toronto (CILT) as part of the Inclusion of Disability Equity and Access (IDE+A) project.  
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/foundations-of-disability-inclusion-public-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events,IDE+A
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