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STRIDE is a non-profit, community based vocational rehabilitation program founded in 1983. STRIDE is the only Halton-based organization whose primary purpose is to serve the employment needs of residents who are living with a mental illness or addiction issue.

Approximately 60% of the adult population in Hamilton do not have the literacy skills needed to meet the everyday demands at home, work and in the community. We help English-speaking adults to improve their basic (grade 1-grade 5) reading, writing and math skills through the work of trained, volunteer tutors. The student and tutor pair meet for approximately 4 hours per week. We also provide the option of Small Group instruction where 5-8 students learn basic skills in a class setting. Small Groups meet 9 hours per week.

Happy Corner Preschool is located in Vancouver BC. The school provides a two morning a week program for 3 year olds (teddy bears) and a 3 morning a week program for 4 year olds (caterpillars). The school is a registered Parent Participation Preschool.

Community Living Hanover is a non-profit, charitable organization that has been providing services for over 30 years to people with developmental disabilities and their families, who live in Hanover, Neustadt and area. The agency is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and receives funding from the Ministry of Community and Social Services. However, many of the activities supported here do not receive government funding, this is the reason our Board Members must organize fundraising events. Funds raised at these events enable the organization to offer clients financial support with the cost of vacations, the start up costs of moving into independent living situations and emergencies that arise. These additional dollars also help replace furniture and equipment in our group homes, purchase wheelchair vehicles, sponsor special events for clients and give honorariums to people from the community who are special friends of the people supported by Community Living Hanover.

The Door Youth Centre provides local youth aged 13 to 19 with drop-in nights and after school programs designed for their specific needs. The Door @ StreetLevel goes out to the street to provide support to youth who are homeless or street involved. Campus Life offers clubs, trips and events for high school youth.

The Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Association (HSCA) serves the communities of Hillhurst and Sunnyside in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. HSCA traces its roots all the way back to 1912, but was not registered as a society until 1948. In 1980, HSCA gained registered charitable status and since then we have continued to be a significant provider of social services in the Hillhurst-Sunnyside area and beyond. Our primary services areas are Seniors services (snow removal, housekeeping and lawn care), Outreach Services and Child Care, making us a full-service community centre. Donations made to HSCA are tax deductible. Donors to the United Way may direct all or a portion of their contribution to HSCA through the United Way of Calgary, Donor Choice program. For current news related to the community association, check out their website at www.hillhurstsunnyside.org

Hope Centre Ministries: - assists churches to welcome and support people with disabilities and their families - provides programs for people with disabilities aimed at encouraging faith development, mutual support, service, and gift discernment. - acts as an advocate for people with disabilities and their families in the context of church. We also provide educational opportunities for congregations and other interested community groups. - has a small library of resources available for borrowing.

We are a non-profit charitable organization in Winnipeg, offering an array of services to empower people with an intellectual disability to participate in all aspects of community living.

Hospice of Southern Kings is a volunteer organization serving the Southern Kings and Queens area. (Dundas and south, Vernon River and east) Our services are provided through a coordinator who matches trained volunteers with clients and families.

Founded in 1939, House of Friendship is a social service charity that envisions a healthy community where all can belong and thrive. Our mandate is to serve people living on low income in Waterloo Region, through four program areas that focus on: Supporting Healthy Lives (Addiction Services); Assisting and Feeding Those in Need (Community Services); Building Strong Families and Strong Communities (Family Services); and Providing Shelter and Supportive Housing (Residential Services).

Howe Sound Rehabilitation Services Society first opened its doors in 1988 in North Vancouver with the establishment of Windsong House, a residential home that had accommodations for three people with developmental disabilities. Tonnar and members of Howe Sound were successful because they strongly encouraged community integration, support and awareness. Through close contact and the building of relationships within the community Howe Sound was effective in educating people, building trust and respect for the organization, its members and clients. Their hard work and dedication paid off and for 18years the residents of Windsong House have been respected citizens of the community. Today Howe Sound provides a range of residential and day program services to over 150 adults, youth and children with acquired brain injuries, developmental, physical, and medical health care needs.

The Independent Living Centre of Waterloo Region provides programs and services to people with disabilities to help them live full, fulfilling and independent lives in our community. Programs include: Individual Advocacy - Helping people with disabilities to develop skills and advocate for themselves when it comes to issues that affect them. Peer Resource - Connecting people with disabilities with community services, and with each other to help them network and navigate available resources. Kids on the Block - Puppet shows delivered to children explaining specific disabilities and the value of difference. Beyond Barriers - Presentations delivered to businesses and organizations outlining strategies for improving accessibility and removing barriers. Access Fund - Funds to which people with disabilities can apply to help with the purchase of assistive devices. Attendant Services - In-home assistance with tasks of daily living, funded by the provincial government.