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International
Dyslexia Association
The International Dyslexia Association actively
promotes effective teaching approaches and related clinical educational
intervention strategies for dyslexics. They support and encourage
interdisciplinary study and research. They facilitate the exploration of
the causes and early identification of dyslexia and are committed to the
responsible and wide dissemination of research-based knowledge.
Located at:
http://www.interdys.org/
The
National Association for the Dually Diagnosed
A not-for-profit membership
association established for professionals, care providers and families to
promote understanding of and services for individuals who have
developmental disabilities and mental health needs. Located at:
http://www.thenadd.org/
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The
Government of Ontario
Jump-off point to various Ministries, up to the moment news and announcements. Located at:
http://govonca3.gov.on.ca/MBS/english/
Ontario
Ministry of Citizenship
Up to-to-date news related to disability issues, human rights, etc.
Located at:
http://www.gov.on.ca/MCZCR/english/index.html
Ministry of Community, Family and Children's Services
Up-to-date news
http://www.cfcs.gov.on.ca/cfcs/default.htm
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Electronic Labour
Exchange (ELE)
The Electronic Labour Exchange matches work to people and people to work. Located at:
http://www.ele-spe.org
Interactive Training
Inventory (ITI)
Enables web surfers to research training options in Canada. Also allows training
providers with an opportunity to advertise their courses. Located at:
http://www1.on.hrdc-drhc.gc.ca/iti/owa/common.opening_screen
JOB BANK on the
Internet
Electronic listing of jobs, work, or business opportunities phoned into Human Resource
Centres of Canada by employers around the country. Employers wishing to advertise
may do so by calling their local Human Resource Centre. Located at:
http://jb-ge.hrdc-drhc.gc.ca/
Public
Service Commission
"SOS Jobs Website" provided through Public Service Commission. Submit
keywords to search 'agent' which then Emails you the results. Located at:
http://www2.psc-cfp.gc.ca/psc/sos/sos-jobs.htm
WAEN
(Web Access Employment Network)
A
resume database for persons with disabilities which allows searches by
potential employers. Located at:
http://www.ccrw.org/en/waen.htm
WORKink
WORKink
promotes and supports the employment of persons with disabilities,
providing labour market and career information, access to national,
provincial, and territorial resources, and online experts' assistance.
Located at:
http://www.ccrw.org/en/wink.htm
workopolis
Huge data base allowing employers to post jobs and job seekers can post
resume´s. Great job search resources for those looking to get a new or
better job. Located at:
http://www.workopolis.com/
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Association for Persons in
Supported Employment
Is a membership organization formed in 1988 to improve and expand
integrated employment opportunities, services, and outcomes for persons
experiencing disabilities. Located at:
http://www.apse.org/
Canadian
Abilities Foundation
Provides information, inspiration, and opportunity to Canadians with disabilities,
their families, friends, and the entire spectrum of professionals working in
their service. Located at:
http://www.enablelink.org/
Canadian Association for
Community Living
Fights for more meaningful lives for people with intellectual
disabilities in Canada. Located at:
http://www.cacl.ca
Canadian
Health Network
Easy access for Canadians to a wide range of health information.
Although it is a generic health information site, one can search for information
specific to people with disabilities. Located at:
http://www.canadian-health-network.ca/
Caregiver
Network Inc.
Based in Toronto, Canada the goal of CNI is to be a national single
information source to make life as a caregiver easier. Located
at:
http://www.caregiver.on.ca/
Centre for Management
of Community Services (cmcs)
cmcs is a non-profit agency funded by Ontario's Ministry of Community and Social
Services. Their mission is to promote innovative services for people with disabilities. To
achieve this goal they provide consulting, training and publications to organizations
which support these individuals. Located at:
http://www.cmcs.on.ca
Community
Living North Halton
Provides supports and services to children and adults with special needs
in Halton Hills and Milton since 1955. Located at:
http://www.clnh.on.ca/
Community Living Sarnia-Lambton
Supporting People with a Physical or Developmental
Disability in Sarnia and the surrounding area. Located at:
http://www.communitylivingsarnia.org/
Disability
WebLinks
Persons with disabilities across Canada now have a dedicated internet site that
will provide quick access to information on government related disability
programs and services. Developed in consultation with persons with disabilities
and service providers, the site contains information on disability related
programs, services and initiatives, as well as key contacts. Located at:
http://www.disabilityweblinks.ca/
Esmerel's Collection of
Disability Resources
On these pages, you will find lists of many disability related resources. There
are literally hundreds of well-organized links. These lists will continue
to grow. Individual pages are updated on a weekly basis. Located at:
http://www.esmerel.org/
OASIS
Ontario Agencies Supporting Individuals with Special Needs. Provides
resources and assists agencies in advocating for the rights of the individuals
and families whom they serve. Located at:
http://www.dhagencies.on.ca/
Community Living
Ontario
Support the full inclusion of people who are identified as having an
intellectual disability in all aspects of community living. About 12,000
people belong to the Community Living Ontario (CLO) through their
membership in more than 100 affiliated local associations. Located
at:
http://www.communitylivingontario.ca
Ontario
Rehabilitation, Work and Community
O.R.W.C. is a professional association representing organizations which
provide innovative training to assist individuals with significant
barriers to make the transition to employment and community based
alternatives. Located at:
http://www.orwc.net/
Persons with Disabilities Online
The current release of Persons with Disabilities Online emphasizes access
to travel, assistive technology links, links to federal government
disability information and mapping for the visually impaired.
Located at:
http://www.pwd-online.ca/
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Active Living Alliance
The Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a
Disability is a partnership of individuals, agencies and
national associations whose common goal is to improve
the physical activity lifestyles of persons with a
disability.
http://www.ala.ca/
Partners
in Leisure
Partners In Leisure (PIL) is a consortium of service providers, funders
and consumers in London and Middlesex working together to develop a
coordinated and responsive leisure service system for people with
disabilities. Located at:
http://www.accessleisure.org/
Literacy for Independent Living
is the first bilingual and centralized online library that houses Literacy
Information and Resources useful for people working with adult learners
with disabilities. It includes information on Assistive Devices and
Disability Awareness! Located at:
http://www.cailc.ca/lil/
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Ontario Trillium Foundation
The funding model for Community and Province-wide Grants allocates 80 per
cent of the $100 million for distribution to local charities for community projects and 20
per cent to charitable organizations or projects with a province-wide scope. Located at:
http://www.gov.on.ca/mczcr/english/about/trillium.htm
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