Easter Seals Ontario has heard from families that they are not sure what an RDSP is or how it can help their child. John Fisher, with Desjardins Financial Security Investments Inc., offered to write an article for families to explain RDSPs and where they fit in the long-term planning for your child. You are encouraged […]
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New Parent and Youth Advisory Committee
Easter Seals Ontario is pleased to share information on the new Parent and Youth Advisory Committee. This newly appointed committee includes parents, youth and young adults and will provide advice to senior management about Easter Seals programs and services, as well as key issues that impact children and youth with physical disabilities and their families. […]
Parents Empowering Neurodiverse Kids Research Study Looking for Participants
Easter Seals Ontario has been asked to share information about a research study that may be of interest to families of children with cerebral palsy and other neurodevelopmental disorders, age 3 to 14 years. Easter Seals is not part of the study; however, families may be interested in checking the project website to find out […]
COVID-19 and the Impact on the Mental Health of Youth with Disabilities
Researchers from the University of Calgary and McGill University are currently conducting research on the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of youth with disabilities. The research project aims to design COVID-19 policy responses that are inclusive, equitable, and evidence-informed to meet the mental health needs and promote well-being for Canadian youth with […]
COVID-19 – One Year After Pandemic Declared
The last year has been one of almost unbelievable change and tragedy. When the pandemic was declared in March 2020 we had no idea what would happen. For everyone throughout the world there has been an impact and almost 3 million people have died. In Ontario, we are in our third state-of-emergency which includes school […]
