December 21, 2017
UPDATE: as of December 22, we have matched $5000 in donations from our anonymous donor. We have $5000 remaining to be matched by December 31. There’s nothing like facing challenges to find yourself in situations where you are surprised and humbled by the generosity of others. I am often asked about the most important life… Continue reading A Message of Thanks and Gratitude from LiveWorkPlay
December 12, 2017
It’s a tradition that dates back to the LiveWorkPlay early years, although back in 1997 when things got started, it was known as the “Family Brunch.” Over time it evolved into the current Festive Family Feast format, an evening to enjoy a meal, be together, and be thankful for each other and for our community.… Continue reading Celebrating Togetherness: LiveWorkPlay Festive Family Feast 2017
December 3, 2017
This observance has always been a favoured opportunity for LiveWorkPlay to celebrate progress towards a more inclusive local, provincial, national, and international community. In fact, all of our guiding statements – mission, vision, and values – were derived from the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. This year we turned International Day of Persons… Continue reading LiveWorkPlay Joins National Cash Mob, Celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities, December 3, 2017
November 30, 2017
The 2017 edition of the annual Celebration of People awards hosted by Citizen Advocacy of Ottawa were filled with direct and indirect connections to our 22 year history. This included member Emily Menard receiving the Employee Award thanks to a nomination from colleagues Welch LLP, and Grant Webb accepting the Employer Award for The Works Barrhaven, The Works Orleans, The Works… Continue reading Congratulating Emily Menard and Welch LLP and Dave Demers/Grant Webb and The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro
November 27, 2017
Although this annual December 3rd observance is a single date on the calendar, it has always been a favoured opportunity for LiveWorkPlay to celebrate progress towards a more inclusive local, provincial, national, and international community. In fact, all of our guiding statements – mission, vision, and values – were derived from the United Nations Convention… Continue reading LiveWorkPlay Celebrates United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities
October 25, 2017
LiveWorkPlay is excited to launch the inclusion of Ottawa businesses in the WE BELONG app! We belong is a brilliant (but easy) way to connect consumers of goods and services to local businesses that engage in inclusive hiring practices. Any business accessible in the WE BELONG directory meets all of these criteria: have a direct employment… Continue reading Celebrating the launch of WE BELONG in Ottawa and Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM)
October 11, 2017
Guest editorial: A tale of two cities and two residential projects by Chris Beesley, CEO, Community Living Ontario (Originally published in the October 6, 2017 edition of Community Living Ontario Update Friday) Editor’s note: this article accurately summarizes concerns that LiveWorkPlay shares about large-scale housing projects targeted to people with intellectual disabilities. In the face… Continue reading Guest editorial: A tale of two cities and two residential projects
October 5, 2017
With financial support from a Community Foundation of Ottawa New Leaf Community Challenge grant, LiveWorkPlay is sharing stories about successful employment relationships. In partnership with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, Tara Pahwa’s ongoing employment with ISED is being celebrated with an article in the Ottawa Business Journal. In addition to new marketing materials that… Continue reading Celebrating A Successful Employment Partnership
September 20, 2017
Annual General Meeting: Looking Back, Looking Forward The 22nd Annual General Meeting of LiveWorkPlay took place on the evening of September 8, with attendance of 125 comprised of supported individuals, family members, volunteers, staff, and representatives of partner organizations. There were no big decision to be made this year, but Third Sector Consulting president Mike Coxon made an important… Continue reading Annual General Meeting: Looking Back, Looking Forward
July 18, 2017
Helping the community welcome people with intellectual disabilities to live, work, and play as valued citizens. To: LiveWorkPlay Members, Families, Partners, and Supporters From: Cathy Velazquez, Chairperson, Board of Directors, 17 July 2017 Subject: LiveWorkPlay Vision 2020 Note: please click here for… Continue reading LiveWorkPlay Vision 2020