Happy Canada Day 2018! Congratulations to Barry Wellar, Member of the Order of Canada
June 30, 2018
Barry Wellar is one of our 35 voting members, sponsor of the My Own Home annual bursary (supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities who move to a home of their own), and has recently been added as a LiveWorkPlay corporate member with Rotary Club of West Ottawa. And, of course, he is the father of Keenan… Continue reading Happy Canada Day 2018! Congratulations to Barry Wellar, Member of the Order of Canada
Making Connections: LiveWorkPlay and Community Living Mississauga
June 27, 2018
For the past 15 years, LiveWorkPlay has been focused on learning and sharing with other groups and organizations in the broader community as well as within the Developmental Services sector. This week we enjoyed hosting Urie Muratovski and Marissa Marr from Community Living Mississauga. Although they were very interested in the work we are doing… Continue reading Making Connections: LiveWorkPlay and Community Living Mississauga
LiveWorkPlay Annual General Meeting 2018: Possibilities Taking Flight!
June 26, 2018
After changing our year end from June 30 to March 31 to reduce costs associated with financial reporting to the provincial government, we also needed to move up our AGM from September to June. But our Welcome Back Family Feast event (a dinner combined with AGM) has always been so popular – what to do?… Continue reading LiveWorkPlay Annual General Meeting 2018: Possibilities Taking Flight!
BNI Annual Golf Tournament for LiveWorkPlay delivers $10,000 and many future possibilities!
June 14, 2018
The weather forecast was not looking good, but as is typical of BNI (Business Network International) members and their connections, everyone turned out, hoped for the best, and were rewarded! Yes, there were a few sprinkles to contend with, and just as the golf portion of the day was wrapping up, a virtual deluge pounded… Continue reading BNI Annual Golf Tournament for LiveWorkPlay delivers $10,000 and many future possibilities!
Neurodiversity: Valuing Others Is At The Heart Of Welcoming Communities
June 11, 2018
15-minute presentation by Keenan Wellar of LiveWorkPlay on the occasion of the Brain Bonanza, June 9, 2018, a series of talks organized by the Ontario Brain Institute as part of the “Brain: The Inside Story” exhibit at the Canadian Museum of Nature. Keenan weaves his 30-year personal and professional neurodiversity journey into an engaging narrative… Continue reading Neurodiversity: Valuing Others Is At The Heart Of Welcoming Communities
Celebrating 50 Years for Meals on Wheels and 20 Years of Partnership with LiveWorkPlay!
June 11, 2018
It was a big night for Meals on Wheels Ottawa on Friday, June 8, as they celebrated 50 years and delivery of more than 4.5 million meals, promoting the dignity, health and independence of people who are elderly, have disabilities or are convalescing. Representing LiveWorkPlay were co-leaders Keenan Wellar and Julie Kingstone, who were there to… Continue reading Celebrating 50 Years for Meals on Wheels and 20 Years of Partnership with LiveWorkPlay!
Shayna Grey: Second Year LiveWorkPlay Work Anniversary!
June 4, 2018
Quality in human services has a direct correlation to quality humans delivering those services, and experienced, committed staff who stay in their jobs over the long term are critical to a strong workplace culture. They serve as mentors to new staff, and establish a consistent trusted presence with individuals supported by LiveWorkPlay and their families.… Continue reading Shayna Grey: Second Year LiveWorkPlay Work Anniversary!
Should people with intellectual disabilities be removed from Ontario’s employment standards so they can work for sub-minimum wage? Regress or progress?
June 2, 2018
Note: 10 minutes from the original interview is not included (mainly introductory information. Entire interview available from the AMI website ami.ca (podcasts). With Ontario’s new Better Wages, Fair Workplaces Act (2017) aka Bill 148, sheltered workshops and other sub-minimum wage arrangements must come into compliance with the minimum wage requirements of this updated employment standards… Continue reading Should people with intellectual disabilities be removed from Ontario’s employment standards so they can work for sub-minimum wage? Regress or progress?
Allison Moores: Ten Year LiveWorkPlay Work Anniversary!
May 31, 2018
Quality in human services has a direct correlation to quality humans delivering those services, and experienced, committed staff who stay in their jobs over the long term are critical to a strong workplace culture. They serve as mentors to new staff, and establish a consistent trusted presence with individuals supported by LiveWorkPlay and their families.… Continue reading Allison Moores: Ten Year LiveWorkPlay Work Anniversary!
LiveWorkPlay Make A Buzz Ottawa 2018 Live Event Video!
May 25, 2018
It is not the biggest community recognition event in Ottawa, but if you watch this video, we feel confident that for spirit of celebration, it’s simply the best! See and/or hear for yourself! If you want to enjoy a specific ceremony, check out this handy list, with links that will jump you to exactly where… Continue reading LiveWorkPlay Make A Buzz Ottawa 2018 Live Event Video!