IssuesAbout UsCommunity Living Ontario is a non-profit, provincial association that advocates for people who have an intellectual disability to be fully included in all aspects of community life.The goal of Community Living Ontario is:That all persons live in a state of dignity, share in all elements of living in the community, and have the opportunity to participate effectively.Community Living Ontario envisions a society where people who have an intellectual disability belong and feel respected.This means that people who have an intellectual disability
The Thalassemia Foundation was founded in 1982 by Angela Polsinelli, the parent of a patient, with the help of a few other parents and patients. It was created because there was a large number of thalassemia patients in the Toronto area, but there was no structured association available. Dr. Freedman asked Angela if she would start an organization, and she agreed. The Cooley's Anemia Foundation in New York City was instrumental in teaching Angela the ropes in regards to setting up an organization in Ontario.
The mission of Catholic Family Services of Peel and Dufferin is to strengthen individual, family and community life in a manner which reflects the values and traditions consistent with Catholic social teaching and the doing of justice.
COSTI strives to be a leader in community service by using a client focused, proactive, and innovative approach in planning, developing and delivering services. Our programs ensure that regardless of language or cultural barriers, people who arrive in Canada are able to use their existing skills, learn new ones, and participate actively in all aspects of Canadian life.Operating from 17 locations in Toronto, the Region of Peel and York Region, COSTI provides services in more than 60 languages. Last year, over 39,000 individuals received assistance.
Located in Brampton, Hope 24/7 is an accredited Community Health Agency with a mission to be the Centre of Excellence for clinical intervention and the prevention of relationship and sexual violence.