May 31 to June 6, 2020, is National AccessAbility Week. This is a time for Canadians to promote inclusion and accessibility in our communities and workplaces, and celebrate the contributions of Canadians with disabilities. It is also a time to recognize the efforts of individuals, communities and workplaces who are actively removing barriers to give Canadians of all abilities a … [Read more...]
Annual General Meeting of Members of Easter Seals Ontario
The 98th Annual Meeting of the members of Easter Seals Ontario will be held virtually on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 4:30 p.m. Following the official business portion of the meeting, there we will be an abbreviated presentation of our Volunteer Awards to distinguished individuals and organizations who have been champions for children and youth with physical … [Read more...]
May 4, 2020 – Update from Kevin Collins, President and CEO
Dear Donors, Friends, Families and Supporters of Easter Seals As the global health community and the world come together to face the COVID-19 pandemic, I wanted to reach out and let each of our supporters know how Easter Seals is responding to these challenging times. Amidst the rapidly changing situation with coronavirus, every decision we make is being guided by our … [Read more...]
Giving Tuesday Now
Easter Seals currently has $1,000,000 in requests for equipment funding from families. Children with physical disabilities are not only isolated at home, but they are desperately waiting for essential items like walkers, lifts and bathroom equipment they need to live safely at home. We are all facing challenges right now, but we cannot leave children in the vulnerable sector … [Read more...]
Cheers to Outstanding Easter Seals Volunteers!
Individuals volunteer for many different reasons, and Easter Seals means something different to each of them. Easter Seals would not be what it is today without the dedication and commitment of our incredible volunteers. You are the reason we are able to help kids BE KIDS. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Here's what Easter Seals means to some of our outstanding … [Read more...]
2020 Scholarship Application Date Extended
Easter Seals Ontario's scholarship application deadline has been extended to 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19, 2020. Check here for more information about Easter Seals' Scholarship Program, applications, etc. … [Read more...]