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A Message of Thanks and Gratitude from LiveWorkPlay

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

Celebrating Togetherness: LiveWorkPlay Festive Family Feast 2017

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

LiveWorkPlay Joins National Cash Mob, Celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities, December 3, 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

Congratulating Emily Menard and Welch LLP and Dave Demers/Grant Webb and The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro

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

LiveWorkPlay Celebrates United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities

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

Celebrating the launch of WE BELONG in Ottawa and Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM)

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)

Guest editorial: A tale of two cities and two residential projects

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

Celebrating A Successful Employment Partnership

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

Annual General Meeting: Looking Back, Looking Forward

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

LiveWorkPlay Vision 2020

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