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Ontario Government Announces Social Assistance Reforms – PooranLaw

Thanks to the folks at PooranLaw, we can share greater clarity on what the reforms to social assistance are in Ontario, as announced by the PC government on November 22, 2018. Below is what was shared by PooranLaw. Ontario Government Announces Social Assistance Reforms On November 22, 2018, the PC government announced reforms to social assistance in Ontario. Following a…

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Go ALL-IN for CLGW – Poker Tournament Fundraiser

Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament in support of Community Living Guelph Wellington Join Community Living Guelph Wellington in this afternoon filled with fun and poker competition. All proceeds support CLGW. Saturday November 10th, 2018 Registration starts at 11:00am Tournament starts at 12:00pm Guelph Curling Club (816 Woolwich Street, Guelph, ON) Format: $40.00 per ticket. All ticket money paid out to top…

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Paul Turner named Special Olympics Provincial Coach of the Year

Congratulations Paul on being named 2018 Ontario Special Olympics Coach of the Year Last week, Paul Turner was celebrated in Toronto, as Ontario’s Male Coach of the Year. Paul has been a major influence in Special Olympics floor hockey and softball over his many years, including 2009 and 2016 World Games appearances, where both teams won silver medals. His involvement…

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CLGW Happenings

2018 Holiday Dinner & Dance

Save the date and get your tickets by November 2nd! The Community Living Guelph Wellington Christmas Dinner & Dance has been set for Friday November 23, 2018, at the Hanlon Convention Centre at 340 Woodlawn Road West, Unit 26, Guelph.  Doors open at 5:00 & Dinner will be served at 6:00 sharp.  Dinner will be fresh rolls/butter, garden salad, golden…

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2018 Poinsettia Sale Cancelled

Over the past 12 years, we have been pleased to offer our Annual Poinsettia Sale. However, due to unforeseen circumstances this year, we are unable to hold the Poinsettia Fundraiser. We are tremendously grateful for all of the support we have received over the years, all of which has significantly enriched the lives of people supported by CLGW. We hope…

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Inclusive Community coming to Guelph, thanks to partnership

Last Thursday, Habitat for Humanity Wellington Dufferin Guelph, the County of Wellington and Community Living Guelph Wellington welcomed local dignitaries and potential elects, as we shared about our housing partnership that will bring opportunities for people with developmental disabilities. Check out the photos from the announcement, here: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1828219103914602&type=1&l=17dad9329b This partnership is built on a foundation that everyone deserves opportunity and community. Cityview Village, a 28-unit development,…

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Community Opportunity – Retiring with Confidence

PIN, The People and Information Network is please to offer ‘Retire with Confidence’, a four week FREE info series with guest speakers and community booths to help adults to retire with confidence. For more details and registration, please visit PINnetwork.ca. Registration will open in early October, with sessions running from November 15th to December 6th.

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Passport Funding Events

Have questions about how Passport Funding? What do I do with my new approval package? What is a transfer payment agency? What can I spend my Passport dollars on? How does the invoicing work? What if I don’t want the funding? Who do I contact if I have questions? Check out our upcoming Passport Funding Information Events. Guelph – 8…

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The Big Squeeze for BBBSG

Join us this Wednesday for the Big Squeeze! In support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Guelph, Community Living Guelph Wellington is teaming up with a variety of community members to raise funds with lemonade. Stop by our 8 Royal Road parking lot for a pay-what-you-can cup of fresh and delicious lemonade. All proceeds go to BBBSG. We’ll be selling,…

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Pike Lake Charity Golf Tournament

It’s back! The Minto Charity Golf Classic, presented by the Palmerston Lion’s Club, will be in partnership with CLGW’s Annual Charity Golf Tournament. On Wednesday September 12, 2018, hit the links at Pike Lake Golf & Country Club Resort. Enjoy a late summer’s day on the course, with 18 holes of golf, 4 person scramble, cart, lunch, dinner, special holes,…

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FASD Caregiver Support Group – by Dufferin Child and Family Services

Helping Beautiful Brains Blossom – Support Group Dufferin Child and Family Services is looking to host one or two information sessions in September, in the hopes of starting a Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Caregiver Support Group. Dates: Wednesday September 12, and/or Tuesday September 25 from 6:30pm-8:30pm each evening. Where: Dufferin Child and Family Services – 655 Riddell Road, Orangeville. To…

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Thank you for supporting the Norm Jary!

The 2018 Norm Jary – ARC Industries Tournament was a huge success, thanks to golfers, sponsors and businesses who believe in community and inclusion. It took a Net Score of -49, but Ian Clark, Cliff Arcand, Ronnie Hansen and Paul Harrison are the 41st Annual Norm Jary – ARC Industries Golf Tournament Champions! On Monday July 9th, Victoria Park Valley…

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