Path to Employment
Welcome to the Path to Employment program! Designed for youth between the ages of 15 and 25, our week-long workshops offer comprehensive learning experiences in essential employment skills. Each week covers a diverse range of topics, including workplace accommodations, job interview skills, resume building, and social media safety in the context of employment. Participants will gain insights into handling money and banking, understanding the impacts of ODSP on employment, and developing crucial social skills. Join us for hands-on learning and valuable tools to enhance your employability. Limited spots are available, so secure your place early by reaching out to siobhan.pearce@clapw.org.
🎉 Happy New Year from CLAPW! 🎉
As we step into 2025, we want to take a moment to thank our incredible community for your support, kindness, and connection over the past year. Together, we’ve achieved so much, and we’re excited for all the opportunities the new year will bring!
May 2025 be filled with joy, growth, and meaningful moments for you and your loved ones. Cheers to another year of inclusion, empowerment, and celebrating the unique contributions of everyone in our community.
#WAITING TO BELONG
Too many adults with intellectual disabilities in Ontario are being underserved, with 50,000 still waiting for the developmental services they need to lead fulfilling lives. For most, these services are lifelong essentials—but without immediate action, many may never receive them.
Each year, approximately 3,000 more people apply, but only a fraction are approved, leaving so many individuals and families in a cycle of waiting and uncertainty, and causing the waitlist to grow longer. This is a crisis that affects everyone in our communities.
It's time to push for the support they deserve. Let’s make sure everyone has the chance to belong.
Thank You to Our Incredible Sponsors!
Community Living Ajax Pickering Whitby (CLAPW) is thrilled to share the success of our Annual Holiday Dinner & Dance on Friday, November 22, 2024, at the Ajax Convention Center! This joy-filled evening brought together the people we support, their families, and caregivers for an unforgettable night of celebration, connection, and holiday cheer.
This magical event would not have been possible without the remarkable generosity of our sponsors. A very heartfelt thank-you to:
🌟 Pickering Honda – Driving community spirit forward!
🌟 Ajax Hyundai – Proudly supporting inclusion and celebration.
🌟 Durham Region Police Services Board – Helping create a safe, welcoming environment for all.
🌟 CSN Bongard Collision Ajax – Partners in making a difference.
🌟 Alliance – Committed to enhancing lives in our community.
🌟 Seamless Care Pharmacy – Supporting health and happiness for everyone.
🌟 The Edge – Bringing the edge of care and compassion to our event.
🌟 Axis Family Footcare – Stepping up to support our community.
🌟 Wireless Systems Solutions – Helping us stay connected, on and off the dance floor.
🌟 Cross Durham Home Renovators – Building stronger communities, one event at a time.
🌟 Steve and Amanda’s No Frills – Putting the joy in holiday traditions.
🌟 William Tissert Salon and Spa - Spreading relaxation, rejuvenation, and holiday cheer in our community.
🌟 Hair Obsessed - Championing fabulous hair and connection for everyone.
🌟 April's Nails and Spa - Celebrating diversity and radiance in Durham.
🌟 Paddy's Market - Fostering belonging and togetherness.
Your contributions brought smiles, laughter, and holiday magic to everyone in attendance, ensuring the evening was one to remember.
Sponsors like you not only make this event possible but also exemplify the spirit of community. By aligning with CLAPW, you’re making a lasting impact on the lives of individuals living with intellectual disabilities and their families. Together, we’re creating a world where everyone belongs, feels valued, and thrives.
#ThankYou #CommunityChampions #HolidayJoy #CommunityLivingAjaxPickeringWhitby #InclusiveCommunity #SponsorsWhoCare #InclusiveCommunity