Spotlight on Transformation
I am pleased to provide you with a copy of the October 2010 edition of "Spotlight on Transformation" / "Point de mire : La réorganisation", the Ministry of Community and Social Services' bulletin on the developmental services transformation. , the ministry's bulletin on the developmental services transformation. This issue outlines new details regarding the funding allocated for developmental services in the 2010 Ontario Budget.
TELCI Newsletter (Fall 2010)
Please enjoy the Fall 2010 issue of the TELCI Newsletter.
Photos from TELCI's Socially Savvy Style Fashion Show
Socially Savvy Style : A Fundraiser for TELCI
The fashion fundraiser for Therapeutic and Educational Living Centres Inc. was held at Wall Space Gallery on Wednesday June 23rd with jewellery from the gallery and clothing from HUSH Resale Clothing. With the help of many local businesses, $3100 was raised to assist TELCI in raising awareness for their work. Our Models were proud to wear exceptionally funky and fabulous fashions and jewellery for the event. Our models included Laura, John, Nancy, Therese, Diann, Mark, Jessica, Kit, Jennifer, Liana, Lara and Jenna. They did a fantastic job, and are considering modeling again for our next event!
Our very generous sponsors included Wall Space Gallery, HUSH Re-Sale Clothing, Milagro Grill, Dharma Developments, The Grange of Prince Edward Vineyards & Estate Winery, and Starfish Events. In addition we received generous donations from many of our community members; Alison Fowler (artist), Andrew King (artist), Arevco Lighting, Bridgehead, Bloomfields, Dr. John Fitzgerald, J-Squared Design, Jim Armiento-Your CFO, Border Ladner and Gervais, Protectron, Red Chair Kids, Saunders Farm, The Candy Store, The Hair Committee, Third Wall Theatre, Thyme and Again, and Rachel Norman of Tai Knots Jewellery. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
Wall Space was a perfect, accessible environment for the event, the backdrop music courtesy of Akash Sinha, exceptionally good food from Milagro, tasty wine from The Grange and MC talents of Angela Saunders AKA The Green Queen from Saunders Farm made this event one not to miss. For those of you who could not make it we will be doing it again next year! In the meanwhile we appreciate your support of TELCI. Donations are welcome via our website, in person or by mail. Any amount is appreciated and helps us fulfill our mission.
Spotlight on Transformation
June 2010 edition of "Spotlight on Transformation" / "Point de mire : La réorganisation", the Ministry of Community and Social Services' bulletin on the developmental services transformation.
TELCI Newsletter (Spring 2010)
Please enjoy the Spring 2010 issue of the TELCI Newsletter.
Spotlight on Transformation
April 2010 edition of "Spotlight on Transformation" / "Point de mire : La réorganisation", the Ministry of Community and Social Services' bulletin on the developmental services transformation. This issue focuses on what the 2010 provincial budget holds for Ontario's social services.
TELCI Newsletter (Winter 2010) Volume 1, Issue 3
Please enjoy the Winter 2010 issue of the TELCI Newsletter.
Canadian Earthquake Relief Fund Program for Haiti
Several of the staff and people we support here at TELCI are reeling from the news of the catastrophic earthquake that struck Haiti. As you know Haiti is a country already experiencing extraordinary hardship. Our deepest sympathies go out to those who have lost loved ones and wish people strength as they wait to hear news about those who have not yet been found.
Many of us here at TELCI are searching for a way to reach out to help the people of Haiti. There are several aid agencies already mobilized to provide food, clean water, shelter, and medical supplies and services. Some websites are listed below if you wish to make a donation in support of these efforts. The Canadian government has announced that it will match individual donations made between January 12 and February 12 to registered Canadian charities working in Haiti.
Canadian Charities Working in Haiti:
Canadian Red Cross (http://www.redcross.ca/)
CARE Canada (http://www.care.ca/)
UNICEF (http://www.unicef.ca/)
More information on the Canadian government's Haiti Earthquake Relief Fund program can be found at:
http://www.acdi-cida.gc.ca/acdi-cida/ACDI-CIDA.nsf/eng/JOS-114172324-U9P
Services and Supports to Promote the Social Inclusion of Persons with Developmental Disabilities Act 2008
As many of you may already know TELCI and agencies like us are governed by a piece of legislation called the Developmental Services Act. This Act will soon be replaced by the Services and Supports to Promote the Social Inclusion of Persons with Developmental Disabilities Act 2008, which has received royal assent. A draft regulation for the new act has been posted on the MCSS website for feedback from the public along with a message from Minister Madeline Meilleur www.ontario.ca/community. All public feedback must be received by February 16, 2010. We encouraged you to review the information and give your feedback. The more input received from community members will hopefully reflect an act that is more responsive to the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities.
Your feedback can be sent by mail to:
Comments on Draft Regulation
Ministry of Community and Social Services
Community and Developmental Services Branch
80 Grosvenor Street,
4th Floor, Hepburn Block
Toronto, ON
M7A 1E9
By e-mail to:
dstransformation.mcss@css.gov.on.ca
or faxed to:
416-325-5554 or toll free to 1-866-340-9112
TELCI's Got Talent!
Thanks to all who participated in our TELCI's Got Talent fundraiser! We had an amazing show and will be certain to do it again next year. Because of your support, be it as a performer, ticket buyer, participating in our silent auction, being an audience member or simply by spreading the word about the event, we raised $3800 at the event.
We want to say a special thanks to all who donated to the silent auction, to our hosts at Grace O'Malley's and to our exceptionally talented performers...
- The Letson Hall Chorus
- Joe Oombash
- David Froom
- Mike, Nan and John
- Christine Malone
- Henderson Howells
- Bart Marcoux, Duane Chevalier and Kenneth McPharland
- Gerry Long
Last but not least a big thanks to our MC Joey Gunn!
Silent Auction Donations courtesy of...
- Green Thumb Garden Centre
- Moca Loca
- Galerie D'Epoque Art
- Future Shop
- Emond Harnden
- The National Arts Centre
- Joyce Joseph (AVON)
- April Moore
- The Mmmuffin Tops
- Canon Printers
- Mary Frances Estate Sales
- Weefolk Playhouse Inc.
- Grace O'Malleys
- Scotia Bank (Aylmer)
Public review of the Initial Proposed Accessible Built Environment Standard
On July 14, 2009, the Ontario government released the initial proposed Accessible Built Environment Standard for a public review period. A standards development committee developed the proposed standard. The committee was made up of representatives from the disability and business communities.The initial proposed standard sets out specific requirements for making the built environment in Ontario accessible, including all new construction and extensive renovations. The public review period is scheduled to end on October 16th, 2009.
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