Historic funding disparities between the developmental services and other sectors

BCCL has joined forces with other agencies as well as Community Living Ontario to advocate for an immediate 5% increase to base funding for developmental service providers as well as families (SSAH &Passports).
Historic funding disparities between the developmental services and other sectors such as health and education are having a critical impact on this sector.
BCCL and other agencies across the province have been writing to and meeting with local MPPs and the Minister of Children Community & Social Services to make our voices heard.
Please join us in these advocacy efforts by clicking on the image below and a post card will be sent in your name.

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BCCL Burst Newsletter Spring Edition

As spring ushers in a season of renewal, it reflects the exciting initiatives taking
place at BCCL. We are particularly excited about the launch of the Equity,
Diversity, and Inclusion Committee, which will foster meaningful discussions and
drive positive change across our community.


In February, we had the honour of celebrating both Black History Month and
Inclusive Education Month. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to
the BCCL Highlights Inclusive Education and Black History Month Videos, sharing
impactful messages.


Looking ahead, we are eager to engage in a variety of upcoming BCCL events,
including Community Living Month, which will bring BCCL together in new and
inspiring ways.
Wishing you all a safe, uplifting, and inspiring spring season.

BCCL Burst Newsletter Spring Edition

BCCL Newsletter Winter 2024

As the holiday season approaches, I want to take a moment to reflect on the
remarkable year we’ve shared at Brampton Caledon Community Living. This year
has been filled with milestones, hard work, and accomplishments that beautifully
capture the heart and dedication of everyone at Brampton Caledon Community
Living. The holidays are a time to celebrate, connect, and show kindness to one another.
Let us embrace this season of giving and gratitude, cherishing the relationships
and moments that make our organization prosper.
Wishing you and your loved ones a joyous and peaceful holiday season, and
a New Year filled with health and happiness.

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BCCL Newsletter Winter 2024

In the month of February, join us in championing Inclusive Education

This month, join BCCL in championing inclusive education. Inclusive classrooms not only support students with intellectual disabilities but also create richer learning experiences for all. When schools, parents, teachers, and students embrace inclusion, the entire community benefits.

At BCCL, our Service Coordinators and Early Childhood Education ( ECE) Resource Consultants promote inclusion by believing that every student deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive together.

Our ECE Resource Consultants:

  • Provide information and strategies to child care providers and families
  • Collaborate with child care providers to foster a positive learning experience for all children
  • Offer resources and support to families
  • Work together with child care providers to develop and implement Individual Program Plans (IPPs)
  • Partner with other professionals to ensure holistic support
  • Assist families with school transitions

Stay tuned this month as BCCL highlights the significance of Inclusive Education!

Links to Inclusive Education Resources:

If Inclusion Means Everyone, WHY NOT ME?

Inclusive Education – Inclusion Action In Ontario

Inclusive Education – Inclusion Action In Ontario What are examples of accommodations for students with disabilities? What does inclusive teaching look like? What does peer-to-peer support look like in the regular classroom?inclusionactionontario.ca

Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day

October 24th is Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day. Peel Region recognizes all EarlyON, and Peel Inclusion Resource Services ( PIRIS) and licensed child care professionals in Peel.  BCCL would like to recognize  BCCL’s  Early Childhood Resource Consultants and say thank you,  for supporting families to thrive and for supporting children to learn and grow in inclusive environments.  

https://peelregion.ca/about/news/thank-you-to-peels-early-childhood-professionals

Community Living Month

Did you know that there are 119 Community Living Ontario member agencies located across Ontario? This week all agencies are encouraged to join in and celebrate #CLMonth2024 by letting us know what #AuthenticInclusion looks like to you!

Please click on the link below to see what #AuthenticInclusion means to some of the wonderful people we support: https://www.wevideo.com/view/3414635961

Community Living Month is a province-wide annual awareness campaign to recognize the accomplishments of the Community Living movement across Ontario. Join us in this month’s celebrations as we show why #AuthenticInclusion matters for people who have an intellectual disability and their families. 

April 30th Caledon Town Hall raised a Brampton Caledon Community Living Flag in support and Mayor Annette Groves alongside council members; Mario Russo, Cosimo Napoli and Doug Maskell, proclaimed full participation, inclusion and citizenship of people with an intellectual disability. 

 

May 1st City of Brampton’s Mayor Patrick Brown proclaimed May as Community Living Month in the city council meeting. Photo of BCCL members alongside Mayor Patrick Brown and Regional Councilors: Paul Vincente, Rod Power, Rowena Santos and Navjit Kaur Brar

 

May 2nd Brampton City Hall’s Clock Tower lit up in Blue and Green for the social media campaign #ShineALight. Look out for other monuments and landmarks across the GTA  for the month of May.  BCCL’s 34 Church St Administrative office will be #ShineALight all May long 

May 9th we encourage you to wear your Community Living colours( green and blue) and #TakeABreak with all of us. Every May thousands of Canadians come together to show their unwavering support for inclusion and belonging through the #ITookABreak2024 social media campaign started by Community Living Toronto. The BCCL Community Living Month Committee will be delivering KitKat chocolate bars to CLS, CPS and administrative offices and are encouraging everyone to take a break, take a selfie and share your photo with [email protected]

The Community Living Month Committee will also be asking our local community partners to celebrate with BCCL with our ‘Cookies N’ Community’ Campaign #CookiesN’Communty2024, a new campaign by BCCL to spread awareness and inclusion in our local communities of Brampton and Caledon.

Month Long Events to look out for:

If you are driving past Rose Garden Sqaure look up to the jumbotron where they will be displaying a BCCL created video titled, ‘What is Community Living?’

Brampton’s local recreation centers will be displaying celebration and awareness posters all month long

Caledon Library will be displaying celebration and awareness posters, and social media tags this month

BCCL Newsletter Winter

BCCL is proud of the diversity among people supported, families and
employees. The holiday season represents something different for each of us
but there is always a common theme we share; showing compassion to those
less fortunate and gathering with loved ones to celebrate the holidays and ring
in the new year.
This holiday season, I wish everyone good health, good fortune and peace!
Happy Holidays!

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