New information for Canadian Special Need Children

Receive a free Tax Tips Guide for Canadians with disabilities and their families

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:31:45 GMT

Are you wondering about how the Canadian disability tax credit works? Want more info on the RDSP? This tax tips guide will give you the information you need to better understand the tax credits and

Workshop for Parents of Special Needs Kids

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:46:11 GMT

Join us for an interactive workshop for parents of children with cerebral palsy, developmental delay, acquired brain injury, stroke, and ASD's, where you

BrainWorx Grand Opening

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 21:13:05 GMT

Hello Parents, BrainWorx GRAND OPENING! BrainWorx is located in Burlington at 2238 Caroline St in the CoreLink Wellness Centre and has brought some exciting

ODSP and household income

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 05:52:34 GMT

Can a person that is on odsp have someone living with them that make good money.

I had applied for the N.B.A benefit for persons living with a disability.

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 05:50:04 GMT

I applied for the N.B.A benefit for persons living with a disability. I will say I found this experience both traumatic and very frustrating. The N.B.A

How can I get more financial help from the government?

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 05:47:41 GMT

My daughter has sturge-weber syndrome and is severly disabled she is even receiving a wish this year.I receive $110 disability tax credit.And she's in

Free Workshop: The Emotional Impact of Learning Disabilities

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 05:40:17 GMT

Project Aware For Parents November 24th, 2011 Audrey Huberman is a Doctor of Education and has extensive academic and practical experience in the fields

Introduction to Brain Gym (evening) - Markham (Nov 4th) & Toronto(Nov 18th)

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 05:39:02 GMT

Research shows that only a minimal portion of our brain is used, people complain they aren't maximizing their potential, and able to maintain life balance

ADHD and Cognitive Fitness strategies for Success!

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 05:36:23 GMT

ADHD (ADD) and Cognitive Fitness Strategies for Success! Tuesday, January 17th, 2012- 6:30pm - 9:30pm Fees - $65 + HST Location: Kennedy Montessori

Canadian source for percussion massager

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 22:16:28 GMT

There are lots of reasons why people with disabilities benefit from a regular massage. It relaxes muscles, improves blood flow, and stimulates brain / muscle interaction. If you're looking for a place to buy a percussion massager online in Canadian dollars, try the options below. Sears Canada also offers physical stores, but you can't rely on stock - call ahead, or save yourself time and energy and just order online below. Both CSN and Hayneedle ship to Canada, and are great companies. I can recommend the Homedics brand, as that is what we have used for years, and are very happy with it.

1st Annual Montreal Special Needs Fair 2011

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 19:20:24 GMT

Welcome to the 1st Annual Montreal Special Needs Fair 2011! Life can be difficult for any family, and even more so for families with special needs.

Ontario Works

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 02:33:33 GMT

I have had and still am fighting for monies that I think should have been paid to me. I originally started out on Ontario Works very sick and unable to

ODSP & MVA

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 23:38:04 GMT

After a catastrophic brain injury accident to my brother-in-law who was a passenger in the car, the legal case has finally ended after 5 long years. The

Support for adult special needs children?

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 16:30:47 GMT

Once your child is considered an adult are there resources available to them. Our daughter will soon be finished high School and is in Life Skills program.

NANNY SOS Presents SUMMER FUN IN THE PARK

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 16:29:01 GMT

Sat. Aug. 20th Etienne Brule Park (right beside Old Mill Inn) 9am-2pm. This festival benefits the Children's Wish Foundation. A family event which includes

Bedbugs treatment covered by ODSP?

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 21:31:13 GMT

i am trustee for my son with a disability who lives with me.....his room has been infested with bed bugs(only his room in the house) and i was quoted $900.00

LIFE

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 03:43:10 GMT

I'm so pissed off and some time i want to give up on trying to find out what my daughter of almost 7 has the dr are so frustrating and its like I'm supposed

Ideas for raging hormones?

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 02:44:45 GMT

My 14 year old son has absolutely raging hormones. We are having problems with him chasing the girls at school grabbing at people and calling out the

ADD / ADHD & Learning Disabilities - Information Session

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 14:36:49 GMT

This free information session is for parents of children with reading, math, writing and behavior problems including dyslexia, ADD, ADHD, and learning

Speak up! at the Public Consultation - Toronto Recreation Service Plan

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 14:17:53 GMT

In this era of hack and slash approach to public services, it is extremely important that people speak up and let their experiences and views known. The

special needs strollers

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 15:12:42 GMT

Where in Ontario can I purchase a special needs stroller under $500? It seems they are all imports and cost over a thousand dollars! Are any of these strollers

RDSP and Down Syndrome - a good match?

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 02:45:15 GMT

Hello, I have been looking at the RDSP for my 48 year old Down's Syndrome sister. Since this will be an initial set up and given the average life expectancy

funding for ADHD learning disorders?

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 02:39:10 GMT

My son was recently diagnosed with sever adhd, i would like to home school him so that he will get the attention needed. but is there some kind of government

Rubinstien Taybi Children

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 02:37:41 GMT

Does any one know if Rubinstien Taybi children age 14yrs have increased sleep avoidance and do they exhibit looping (where thought processes continue to

2011 Wheeltrans and TTC Accessibility Services - Public Forum

Wed, 18 May 2011 18:20:33 GMT

When: May 19, 2011 Where: CNE grounds: Exhibition Place Queen Elizabeth Exhibit Hall 180 Princes' Boulevard Now is your chance to tell the TTC how to

Funding for an accessible vehicle / conversion van

Thu, 12 May 2011 13:51:12 GMT

We just got word that we will be getting funding from March of Dimes ($15,000) towards an accessible vehicle. However, because we have used President's

Disability Tax Credit

Thu, 12 May 2011 13:39:07 GMT

I would like to know the dollar amount you can claim each year as of 2011. Editor's Note: Hi Ron. This information is available as part of the Tax Tips

Henson Trust

Thu, 12 May 2011 13:31:18 GMT

About 10 years ago my husband and I did our wills with a law firm that I worked for at the time (they did it for free). They are a well known and reputable

ADD & ADHD funding

Wed, 04 May 2011 22:12:07 GMT

My son has ADHD and I was told that there is special funding from the government for kids with this. Is this true and who do you contact to get it? Thanks

Financial assistance for learning disabled child

Wed, 04 May 2011 22:07:23 GMT

Hi, I live in Toronto. I have five kids,two of my kids were born deaf and my son has a learning disability. I want to send him to after school tutoring

Tax advice for parents with two ASD boys

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 21:07:41 GMT

I have two boys ages 6 and 2. Both children have been diagnosed with ASD, the youngest just a few weeks ago. I have some questions about income tax options.

Integrated Special Needs Camp: Camp Awakening (Ontario)

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 20:54:52 GMT

This special needs summer camp offers integrated, residential, outdoor recreation for kids and youth with physical disabilities, ages 9-18. We still have

Disability Discounts in Toronto

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 20:19:54 GMT

Here's some great tips for disability discounts in Toronto, They are often little known and poorly advertised benefits that can make it possible to get your family out and about in Toronto!

Halifax Disability News

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 20:19:53 GMT

Get the latest updates on Halifax disability news - automatically updated for your convenience. You can also be reporter and commentator too - add your own disability news for Halifax, or add comments to any story you see.

Montreal Disability News

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 20:19:52 GMT

Get the latest updates on Montreal disability news - automatically updated for your convenience. You can also be reporter and commentator too - add your own disability news for Montreal, or add comments to any story you see.

Toronto Disability News

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 20:19:50 GMT

Stay on top of the latest Toronto disability news. Automatic live updates, as well as a chance for you to add your own news or comment on any news item.

Canadian Disability News

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 20:19:45 GMT

Get a quick overview of current Canadian Disability news. We update the news items automatically, so check back often. Also, just like a blog, you can add your own comments on any story, or even add your own news story! Any items that affects people with disabilities or other special needs qualifies.

Disability Financial Assistance Canada

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 18:22:46 GMT

Looking for disability financial assistance in Canada is a real challenge. It's out there, but it's scattered and can be hard to find. We're putting together a resource list for you here.

Does Stephen Harper have Asperger Syndrome?

Sun, 10 Apr 2011 02:29:32 GMT

This is just rambling musing, but have you ever noticed that the most common descriptions about Stephen Harper also happen to be hallmarks of Aspergers?

Funding for adult diapers?

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 21:16:09 GMT

Is there funding for the purchase of adult diapers for the elderly? -------- Hi Barb. Great question! I do know that there is funding up until age

Social Skills & K-Elementary Learning Center

Sat, 26 Mar 2011 22:37:53 GMT

Magnificent Minds provides parents with opportunities for training, information session and skill building. With drop-in play groups, community adventures,social

Autistic testing under fire - Ottawa Sun Newspaper

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 21:35:06 GMT

Autistic kids are falling through the cracks because programs designed to help them aren't properly assessing their progress, Ottawa parents claim. At

Camp Rotary Integrated Summer Camp in New Brunswick

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 21:34:08 GMT

Located on the beautiful shores of Grand Lake, New Brunswick, Camp Rotary is an accessible accredited summer camp. The site indicates that laughter and

Dauphin Bible Camp
Integrated Residential Camp
(Manitoba)

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 16:10:09 GMT

This camp is for adults (18+) special needs campers - serving people with both physical disabilities and intellectual disabilities. Activities offered

Camp Kodiak
ADHD Integrated Residential Camp
(Parry Sound, ON)

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 19:37:01 GMT

This is an integrated camp for children and teens aged 6 - 18. Children with LD, ADHD, NLD and Asperger Syndrome are welcomed. Staff with a two-to-one

Special Needs Day Camp
ARDSI (Montreal South Shore)

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 19:25:31 GMT

ARDSI (l’Association de la Rive-Sud pour la Déficience Intellectuelle) offers a day camp for special needs kids offered during School PD days. (ARSDI)

Special needs summer camp
Camp Kirk (Ontario)

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 16:52:53 GMT

Located in Kirkfield, ON (near Fenelon Falls) For Boys and Girls age 6 to 13 Residential (overnight) summer camp Welcomes special needs children with

Did you know that an iPad can now be an augmentative communication device?

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 21:00:51 GMT

It's true. There is now both software to provide the picture communication symbols, as well as special mounts for a desk or wheelchair. Instructions on how to do it, and links to the products you need are coming soon. Sign up for the newsletter and get a special introductory discount for newsletter subscribers only. Enter the contest to win your own iPad!

Financial Assistance for our 11 month old child who was born with many issues

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 17:11:46 GMT

I have twin 11 month old girls and one was born with many issues, cleft lip and pallett, partial blindness, deaf, heart issues... Unfortunately her

Camp Eulogia - Special Needs Summer Camp

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 23:21:36 GMT

Camp Eulogia is a Christian special needs summer camp organized by a group of Christian health professionals. It offers a family retreat to children with