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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:20231204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231204T143000
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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:20231025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231025T141500
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20230911T192712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T193036Z
UID:12567-1698238800-1698243300@cilt.ca
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:20230929T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230929T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20230918T183709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T183709Z
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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:20230927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230927T141500
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SUMMARY:CILT Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:CILT Peer Connect\n\nWednesday September 27th\, 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-13/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230629T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230629T143000
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CREATED:20230616T155912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T155912Z
UID:12420-1688043600-1688049000@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:2SLGBTQ+ Pride and Disability Justice Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Centre for Independent Living in Toronto (CILT) invites you to a virtual discussion about 2SLGBTQ+ Pride and Disability Justice. \n  \nDescription: Through a couple of short videos and a panel conversation among three disabled speakers from 2SLGBTQ+ communities\, this event will explore liberation and protest roots that have led up to present day Pride celebrations. We will also discuss how Disability Justice is enabling Queer\, Trans\, BIPOC disabled folks to centre communities that have often been excluded within mainstream Pride. \nWhen: Thursday June 29\, 2023\, 1:00-2:30 PM Eastern Time (Canada) \nAccess Supports: ASL-English interpretation and CART Captioning will be provided. \nRegister in advance for this meeting at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qd-mhqzMsHNbIe9seO1OGVNrLeWkmF4W9 \n  \nThe session will be an engaging discussion on: \n1. Overview of early 2SLGBTQ+ organizing and beginnings of Pride\, \nwith 2 short videos \n2. Panel discussion with three Queer disabled community members about their Pride activism and its connection to Disability Justice. Here we will explore why 2SLGBTQ+ Pride is political as well as celebratory. \n3. Question and Answers \n4. 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. \n  \nIf you require any 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/2slgbtq-pride-and-disability-justice-conversation/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230628T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230628T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
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UID:12325-1687957200-1687962600@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:CILT Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:CILT Peer Connect\n\nWednesday June 28th\, 1pm-2:30pm\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-2:30pm  \n\n\nWhere: Over zoom.  Please register to receive the link.  \n\n\nTo Register or for more information:   \n\n\nEmail: rebecca.wood@cilt.ca   \n\n\nPhone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/cilt-peer-connect-12/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230616T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230616T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20230223T162747Z
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UID:12298-1686924000-1686927600@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Disabled Writers’ Drop In
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Writers’ Drop In: A monthly virtual meet-up for Disabled Writers \nFriday June 16th\n2pm-3pm EST \nEach meet up will have:  \n-Opening go around sharing the “rose and thorn” of our writing this month  \n-20 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)  \n-Closing listening to a poem  \nThis monthly 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 and make some room for our writing.  \nTo register email: rebecca.wood@cilt.ca 
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/disabled-writers-drop-in-7/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230605T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230605T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20230531T134719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T134719Z
UID:12410-1685959200-1685962800@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Independent Living Day Across Canada at CILT: Challenges and Successes
DESCRIPTION:Zoom Invite “Independent Living Day Across Canada at CILT : Challenges and Successes”\nCentre for Independent Living in Toronto (CILT) invites you to celebrate Independent Living \nDay Across Canada: Challenges and Successes On Zoom! \nDescription: This celebration is to show the great achievements\, benefits\, challenges\, and\nsuccesses of Independent Living in Canada specifically in Toronto. Independent Living Across\nCanada Day is a day\, we can promote the awareness of Independent Living to our\ncommunities as one powerful voice. We will have community speakers talk about the impact\nof Independent Living on their lives. \nWhen: Monday June 5\, 2023 10:00-11:00 AM Eastern Time (Canada)\nAccess Supports: ASL-English interpretation and CART Captioning will be provided.\nRegister in advance for this meeting at:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYtdO-spjkjEtKWjvrkvUUFIPgygElbGY81 \nThis celebration will be an engaging discussion on:\n1) Brief History of Models of Disability\n2) About Independent Living at Centre for Independent Living in Toronto\n3) Challenges and Successes\n4) Impact on Independent Living and Consumer Stories\n5) Question and Answers\n6) Resources \nIf you need assistance with registering\, please e-mail robin.simmons@cilt.ca or call 416-599-\n2458 ext. 293. Please note\, you will not be able to join the session without registering first. If\nyou require any access accommodations\, please let us know in the Questions and Comments\nsection of the registration. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing\ninformation about joining the meeting. \nWorkshop Facilitators:\nJohn Mossa\, Independent Living Skills Coordinator\, Centre for Independent Living in Toronto\nWendy Porch\, Executive Director\, Centre for Independent Living in Toronto
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/independent-living-day-across-canada-at-cilt-challenges-and-successes/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230531T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230531T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20230223T163436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T164635Z
UID:12307-1685538000-1685543400@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:CILT Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:CILT Peer Connect\n\nWednesday May 31st\, 1pm-2:30pm\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-2:30pm  \n\n\nWhere: Over zoom.  Please register to receive the link.  \n\n\nTo Register or for more information:   \n\n\nEmail: rebecca.wood@cilt.ca   \n\n\nPhone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/cilt-peer-connect-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230526T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230526T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20230223T162309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T162843Z
UID:12296-1685109600-1685113200@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Disabled Writers' Drop In
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Writers’ Drop In: A monthly virtual meet-up for Disabled Writers \nFriday May 26th \n2pm-3pm EST \nEach meet up will have:  \n-Opening go around sharing the “rose and thorn” of our writing this month  \n-20 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)  \n-Closing listening to a poem  \nThis monthly 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 and make some room for our writing.  \nTo register email: rebecca.wood@cilt.ca 
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/disabled-writers-drop-in-6/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230426T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20230223T163259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T163259Z
UID:12305-1682514000-1682519400@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:CILT Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:CILT Peer Connect\n\nWednesday April 26th\, 1pm-2:30pm\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-2:30pm  \n\n\nWhere: Over zoom.  Please register to receive the link.  \n\n\nTo Register or for more information:   \n\n\nEmail: rebecca.wood@cilt.ca   \n\n\nPhone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/cilt-peer-connect-10/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230414T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230414T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20230223T162014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T162014Z
UID:12294-1681480800-1681484400@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Disabled Writers' Drop In
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Writers’ Drop In: A monthly virtual meet-up for Disabled Writers \nFriday April 14th\n2pm-3pm EST \n  \nEach meet up will have:  \n-Opening go around sharing the “rose and thorn” of our writing this month  \n-20 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)  \n-Closing listening to a poem  \nThis monthly 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 and make some room for our writing.  \nTo register email: rebecca.wood@cilt.ca 
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/disabled-writers-drop-in-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230329T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230329T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20221220T141021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T141021Z
UID:12169-1680094800-1680100200@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:CILT Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:CILT Peer Connect\n\nWednesday March 29\, 1pm-2:30pm\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-2:30pm  \n\n\nWhere: Over zoom.  Please register to receive the link.  \n\n\nTo Register or for more information:   \n\n\nEmail: rebecca.wood@cilt.ca   \n\n\nPhone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/cilt-peer-connect-9/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230317T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230317T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20221213T160852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T161749Z
UID:12158-1679061600-1679065200@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Disabled Writers' Drop In
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Writers’ Drop In: A monthly virtual meet-up for Disabled Writers \nFriday March 17\n2pm-3pm EST \n  \nEach meet up will have:  \n-Opening go around sharing the “rose and thorn” of our writing this month  \n-20 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)  \n-Closing listening to a poem  \nThis monthly 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 and make some room for our writing.  \nTo register email: rebecca.wood@cilt.ca 
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/disabled-writers-drop-in-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230223T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230223T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20230214T132600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T132600Z
UID:12275-1677157200-1677162600@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Women On The Move (WOTM)
DESCRIPTION: \nWOTM-Community-Flyer-3-1 \nWomen On The Move (WOTM)\nCommunity Consultation on Zoom \n  \nWhen: February 23\, 1pm-2:30pm \n  \nRegister by Feb 17 by emailing email anobile@nellies.org or filling out this form:\nhttps://forms.gle/gcDhf52oC6BXJBSz9 \n  \nAccess: ASL-English Interpretation will be provided if need is confirmed by Feb 17th\, auto captions will be turned on. Please let us know about any other access needs when you register. \n  \nWomen on the Move is a collaborative user centered program for people with disabilities who identify as women\, non-binary or transgender. We are hosting a community consultation to learn from the community what are the gaps in programs and services for folks with disabilities. Our goal is to co-design a program with community members to meet their needs. \n  \nBrought to you by: Nellies Shelter\, Education and Advocacy for women and girls and CILT (Centre for Independent Living Toronto)
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/women-on-the-move-wotm/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230222T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20221220T140822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T140822Z
UID:12166-1677070800-1677076200@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:CILT Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:CILT Peer Connect\n\nWednesday February 22\, 1pm-2:30pm\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-2:30pm  \n\n\nWhere: Over zoom.  Please register to receive the link.  \n\n\nTo Register or for more information:   \n\n\nEmail: rebecca.wood@cilt.ca   \n\n\nPhone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/cilt-peer-connect-8/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230216T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20230131T155131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T155131Z
UID:12250-1676552400-1676556000@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Up With Women Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Up With Women Information Session  \nJoin us on Thursday February 16\, 1pm-2pm over Zoom to learn more about Up With Women and see if it might be right for you! Up With Women is a registered charity dedicated to helping low-income women and gender diverse individuals build sustainable\, prosperous careers and businesses with the aim of permanently exiting poverty.  \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrcuuhpz0vHtHHPWwpOqn4Og2haaRJYsWO \nRegistration Deadline: Monday Feb 13\, 2023 at 12pm   \nAccess: ASL-English Interpretation will be provided if need is confirmed by registration deadline\, autocaptions will be turned on. Please let us know about any other access needs when you register.  \nUp With Women clients undergo a year-long intensive program of career and entrepreneurship-based one-on-one customized coaching\, in-depth personality and emotional assessment tools\, group-support sessions\, and soft-skills development. We partner clients with International Coaching Federation-certified professional coaches for twice-monthly career coaching. All coaches provide their services at pro-bono\, thereby allowing Up With Women to deliver high quality service at a very low cost. One-on-one coaching is also supplemented by group peer learning sessions and referrals to other community resources\, such as housing\, legal and immigration. In addition to our main coaching program\, graduates are offered the opportunity to continue their career development journey through such initiatives as our Community Leadership Program and a customized Employment and Entrepreneurship Development Program.   \nEligibility: \nIndividuals who meet the following criteria are eligible to apply. There is an interview process to determine best fit.  \n\nIncome: You are earning or receiving some kind of regular income (social assistance\, a job\, etc.)\, but are living below or around the poverty line. \nHealth & Safety: You have reached a point of stability in health and safety where you can commit to a year-long\, intensive program. You have other supports in place. \nFluency: You have an English or French proficiency of LINC 6 or higher \nTo note: Clients must be 18+ but there is no upper age cap and seniors are welcome to apply. We have no education requirements and no immigration/status requirements. Find out more here: https://upwithwomen.org/
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/up-with-women-information-session/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20221213T160509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T135726Z
UID:12156-1676469600-1676473200@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Disabled Writers' Drop In
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Writers’ Drop In: A monthly virtual meet-up for Disabled Writers \nWednesday February 15\n2pm-3pm EST \n  \nEach meet up will have:  \n-Opening go around sharing the “rose and thorn” of our writing this month  \n-20 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)  \n-Closing listening to a poem  \nThis monthly 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 and make some room for our writing.  \nTo register email: rebecca.wood@cilt.ca 
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/disabled-writers-drop-in-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230127T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230127T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20221220T140536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T140845Z
UID:12163-1674824400-1674829800@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:CILT Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:CILT Peer Connect\n\n Friday January 27\, 1pm-2:30pm\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-2:30pm  \n\n\nWhere: Over zoom.  Please register to receive the link.  \n\n\nTo Register or for more information:   \n\n\nEmail: rebecca.wood@cilt.ca   \n\n\nPhone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/cilt-peer-connect-7/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230120T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20221213T160242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T135700Z
UID:12154-1674223200-1674226800@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Disabled Writers' Drop In
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Writers’ Drop In: A monthly virtual meet-up for Disabled Writers \nFriday January 20 \n2pm-3pm EST \n  \nEach meet up will have:  \n-Opening go around sharing the “rose and thorn” of our writing this month  \n-20 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)  \n-Closing listening to a poem  \nThis monthly 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 and make some room for our writing.  \nTo register email: rebecca.wood@cilt.ca 
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/disabled-writers-drop-in-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230116T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230116T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20221220T175301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T175301Z
UID:12186-1673877600-1673877600@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:2023 City Budget Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:2023 City Budget Town Hall\nMonday\, January 16\, 2023 at 02:00 PM \nZoom\n\n\nJoin Social Planning Toronto and partners on January 16 to hear our analyses of Toronto’s 2023 City Budget. We will talk about what is in the budget and offer insights on its impact on critical programs and services\, then hold a dialogue on collective priorities and action. \nFor decades\, Social Planning Toronto has been offering budget town halls that translate complex budget documents for community organizations\, groups\, and residents so they can more effectively shape the City Budget. With the current state of the city and recent pieces of legislation eroding local democracy\, it is more important than ever that we come together to analyze the proposed budget and discuss what communities need moving forward. \nPlease register to secure your spot for this virtual event. \nIf you require any support (i.e. ASL interpretation) to attend the event\, please contact Jonella Evangelista\, jevangelista@socialplanningtoronto.org
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/2023-city-budget-town-hall/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230109T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230109T173000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20221220T174849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T174849Z
UID:12181-1673285400-1673285400@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Our City\, Our Budget
DESCRIPTION:Our City\, Our Budget\nMonday\, January 09\, 2023 at 05:30 PM \nZoom\n\n\nJoin Social Planning Toronto on January 9 to learn more about Toronto’s budget\, the budget process\, and how the budget affects the services you use every day — such as affordable housing\, transit\, community programs\, libraries\, and recreation. \nWe will cover the basics of the 2023 budget process\, key dates\, and how you can make your voice heard on the services and priorities important to you. You will hear from newly elected City Councillor\, Alejandra Bravo about the recent “strong mayor” change and how it affects Mayor Tory’s and Councillors’ powers\, as well as the power communities have to create change. \nThis event is an opportunity for you to ask questions\, and to share ideas on how to mobilize your communities to advocate for a budget that improves life in Toronto. \nPlease register to secure your spot for this virtual event. \nASL and Mandarin interpretation will be available. Auto-captions will be enabled. \nIf you require any additional support to attend\, please contact Jonella Evangelista\, jevangelista@socialplanningtoronto.org
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/our-city-our-budget/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20221208T200535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221208T200535Z
UID:12148-1671195600-1671202800@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Protecting our Young Population from COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians – Toronto Chapter and The Hospital for Sick Children\nPresent\n“What you need to know: Protecting our\nYoung Population from COVID-19”\n  \nThis session is an interactive town hall for blind and deaf communities\, and a wide spectrum of diverse disabled communities. \n  \nPresenter: Allison Boyce\, Registered Nurse from the COVID-19 Vaccine Consult Service at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids). \n  \nWhat will be covered during the town hall: \n– Information on the COVID-19 vaccine for children and youth ages 6 months to 17 years of age\, as well as those who are pregnant\, breastfeeding\, or trying to conceive \n– An overview of COVID-19 vaccines\, doses\, benefits\, and efficacy for our young population \n– Ample opportunity to ask questions! \n  \nWhen: Friday\, December 16\, from 1:00PM – 3:00PM \nWhere: Over Zoom – Registration Link https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctcOmorj4jH9QSutDpFrYMpG6jMfZSXoFJ \n  \nIf you need support with registration\, please contact Minette at: msamaroo2014@gmail.com Phone: 437-999-3839. \nPlease feel free to submit your questions when you register\, or you can ask your questions during the session. Names will not be disclosed. \n  \nAccessibility: – Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) \n– ASL-English Interpretation \n  \n  \nDeadline to register is Wednesday December 14\, 2022 \nThis session will be recorded. \n  \nAEBC is an Accessibility Collaborative partner\, a project led by the Centre for Independent Living in Toronto. Our work is supported by the City of Toronto’s COVID-19 Vaccine Equity Initiative. \n  \nRegister today and join us for this important conversation!
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/protecting-our-young-population-from-covid-19-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20221012T193100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T170353Z
UID:12060-1671026400-1671030000@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Disabled Writers Drop In
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Writers Drop In: A monthly virtual meet-up for Disabled Writers \nWednesday December 14 \n2pm-3pm EST \n  \nEach meet up will have:  \n-Opening go around sharing the “rose and thorn” of our writing this month  \n-20 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)  \n-Closing listening to a poem  \nThis monthly 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 and make some room for our writing.  \nTo register email: rebecca.wood@cilt.ca 
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/diswrites-drop-in-a-monthly-virtual-meet-up-for-disabled-writers-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221206T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20221122T144216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T170517Z
UID:12127-1670353200-1670358600@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:A Creative Writing Workshop for BIPOC and Disabled/Deaf Writers
DESCRIPTION:The Centre for Independent Living in Toronto and the Wagner Green Centre for Access & Inclusion at the Miles Nadal JCC present\,\nA Creative Writing Workshop for BIPOC and Disabled/Deaf Writers\nThis 90 minute interactive workshop led by facilitators from Firefly Creative Writing will be an opportunity for BIPOC and Disabled/Deaf writers to connect and write in community. Emerging and experienced writer’s welcome. \n  \nThis event will not be recorded. It will only be open to those who identify as part of the BIPOC and Deaf/Disabled community. \n  \nWhen: Tuesday December 6\, 7pm-8:30pm \n  \nWhere: Over zoom \n  \nCost: Free \nDeadline to register: December 1 at 5pm. \nTo register click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqce2rqD8oEtQMxXZDFeIsKoLtpKzKbBMD \n  \nPlease let us know about any accommodation needs when you register. Automatic captions will be turned on. ASL to English interpretation will be available if need is confirmed by registration deadline. \nWe are using a broad definition of “Disability.” We recognize people have different language that they prefer and that ableism\, audism and sanism can be experienced no matter how you self-describe. In this workshop\, we will welcome and honour the language participants use to self-identify. \n  \nIf you need support with registration or need more information\, please contact Rebecca by email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca \nor call 416-599-2458 extension 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service \n  \nFacilitators from Firefly Creative Writing: \nKitty Rode (they/them) \nKitty is a queer\, South Asian artist who is passionate about storytelling\, community building and all things design. At Firefly Creative Writing they find ways to make programs useful\, accessible and of service to the community. They also facilitate disability justice education and training with the CRIP Collective. Outside of work\, they love baking\, watching horror films and playing Dungeons & Dragons. \n  \nAsifa Sheikh (she/her) \nAsifa is happy to have found a community at Firefly where she can fully relish lifting up the voices of others and celebrating the courage and beauty in the act of writing. As a coach\, Asifa wants to support writers in discovering the joys and the gems in their own words. She is also a cat mom to cheeky felines Rocky\, Consuela and Cicero. \n  \nASL-English Interpreters: \nJo-Ann Martin and Taigen Smart-Blake \n  \nThis workshop is presented by: The Centre for Independent Living in Toronto and Wagner Green Centre for Access & Inclusion at the Miles Nadal JCC\, with the support of the P. & L. Odette Foundation and generous funding from the United Way Greater Toronto\, the City of Toronto\, and Independent Living Canada.
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/disabled-writers-drop-in/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221130T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221130T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20220608T153057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T161958Z
UID:11232-1669813200-1669818600@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:CILT Peer Connect
DESCRIPTION:CILT 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-2:30pm  \n\n\nWhere: Over zoom.  Please register to receive the link.  \n\n\nTo Register or for more information:   \n\n\nEmail: rebecca.wood@cilt.ca   \n\n\nPhone: 416-599-2458 ext 291 TTY: Dial 711 for Bell Relay Service 
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/cilt-peer-connect-6/
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221122T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20221028T185131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T185131Z
UID:12105-1669143600-1669149000@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Sexuality\, Relationships & Parenting with a Disability
DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions about sex\, sexuality\, relationships and/or parenting with a disability? \nCome learn from community allies about disability-specific resources! This is a pop-up transition to adulthood event for youth 14+ and their families. \nHear from:\n– Connect Ability\n– Centre for Independent Living in Toronto (CILT)\n– Extend-A-Family\n– Holland Bloorview staff \nDate: Tuesday\, November 22nd\, 2022 \nTime: 7:00pm – 8:30pm \nLocation: Virtually through Zoom \nRegister: Scan the below QR code with your camera OR through Eventbrite. \n \nEvent Flyer.
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/sexuality-relationships-parenting-with-a-disability/
CATEGORIES:CILT Events,Community Events,PDN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20220915T185400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T185400Z
UID:12006-1668513600-1668517200@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:PDN Vibrant Zoom: Peer Support for Parents with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:PDN Vibrant Zoom\nPeer Support for Parents with Disabilities\n \n  \nWhen: 3rd Tuesday of each Month\, 12pm-1pm \nWhere: Over Zoom \nTo register: email rebecca.wood@cilt.ca or call 416-599-2458 ext. 291 \nPlease let us know about any accommodation or Zoom support needs when you register.  Automatic closed captions will be turned on. Participants can join by phone if necessary. \nPresented 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 and the City of Toronto\, Ontario’s Community Health Centres and Independent Living Canada.
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/pdn-vibrant-zoom-peer-support-for-parents-with-disabilities-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events,PDN
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T002741
CREATED:20221012T192702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T171525Z
UID:12055-1668434400-1668438000@cilt.ca
SUMMARY:Disabled Writers Drop In
DESCRIPTION:Disabled Writers Drop In: A monthly virtual meet-up for Disabled Writers \nMonday Nov 14 \n2pm-3pm EST \n  \nEach meet up will have:  \n-Opening go around sharing the “rose and thorn” of our writing this month  \n-20 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)  \n-Closing listening to a poem  \nThis monthly 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 and make some room for our writing.  \nTo register email: rebecca.wood@cilt.ca 
URL:https://cilt.ca/event/diswrites-drop-in-a-monthly-virtual-meet-up-for-disabled-writers-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CILT Events
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