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Nov 12
Introduction to the RDSP - November 12
Introduction to the RDSP - November 12
Learn about the RDSP, a made-in-Canada, long-term savings vehicle designed specifically for individuals who have a disability.
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Nov 12
Creative Options for Home - November 12
Creative Options for Home - November 12
Learn how families have implemented creative housing solutions.
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Nov 28
Talking About Children’s Mental Health
Talking About Children’s Mental Health
This webcast, with guests connected to Children's Mental Health Ontario, is an open conversation about the intersection of disability and mental health that can break through the stigma, making it easier for you and your family to seek help when it’s needed.
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SSAH Introduction
Special Services at Home (SSAH) is a funding program to support families who are caring for a child with a developmental or physical disabilities to help the child participate in the community and do things that matter to them.
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Planning for a Good Life Beyond Graduation Toolkit - Overview
The transition to adulthood can be an overwhelming period in a family's life. There are many things that need to be done to prepare for life beyond graduation. It's never too early to get started!
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Transitioning to Highschool Toolkit - Overview
Starting high school is a big step on a young person’s journey to adulthood. It’s an exciting time of personal growth, new discoveries, and opportunity.
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Early Planning Toolkit - Overview
Early Planning Toolkit for parents with a child with a disability Ages 2 to 10
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Taking Charge of Your Life
A tool to encourage people with a disability to think about and discuss what their lives could look like today and in the future.
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Safe and Secure
Seven Steps on the Path to a Good Life for People with a Disability.
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Facilitator's Guide for Safe and Secure Book Clubs
We have developed a Book Club Facilitation Guide that provides tips on organizing and leading Safe and Secure book clubs.
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Future Planning Tool
The Future Planning Tool was developed to help help persons with a disability and those who support them to plan for the future.
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Independent Facilitation: A Powerful Tool for Change
On discovering and creating a meaningful life in community.
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action guides
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Planning for Adulthood Action Guide
Becoming an adult is such an exciting time in any young person’s life. Adulthood is this sweet, exhilarating period in our lives where our independence grow
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Transitioning to High School Action Guide
Starting high school is a big step on a young person’s journey to adulthood. It’s an exciting time of personal growth, new discoveries, and opportunity
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Early Planning Toolkit Action Guide
Learn ways to help your child live an everyday childhood with friends, fun and learning. Plus, ways to build financial stability for your child’s future
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Action Guide to Planning the Future You Want
A practical guide to assist parents and caregivers in planning for a future for a relative with a disability
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Action Guide to Figuring Out Funding and Support
Learn about funding and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities at the provincial and federal levels.
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Action Guide to Hiring Support Workers
This guide breaks down what you need to know about recruiting, hiring and managing support workers.
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Action Guide to Making Real Friendships with Supportive People
This Action Guide provides information, stories and practical steps on Making Friendships with Supportive People.
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Action Guide to Understanding Legal Capacity and Supported Decision Making
This Action Guide looks at ways of supporting people who are vulnerable to maintain control over the decisions that impact their life.
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Action Guide to Using Passport Dollars to Your Long Term Benefit
Maximize PassportOne funding to connect to your community and help build a secure future.
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Action Guide Understanding the Roles & Responsibilities of Trustees
Understand the roles and responsibilities involved in being a trustee to an individual with a developmental disability.
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support of friends and family
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We Are Family: Planning Together
The Deohaeko Support Network, a longstanding support network sheds light on its beliefs, values and road to resiliency.
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Who Will be There? The Elvis Network
An inspiring profile of Eric's personal support network in Waterloo, Ontario.
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Dance in the Shadow
Dance in the Shadow is the story of how with creative planning, supportive networks, individualized funding and strong connections to the community many new possibilities can unfold.
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Action Guide to Making Real Friendships with Supportive People
This Action Guide provides information, stories and practical steps on Making Friendships with Supportive People.
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Art of Belonging
Six dynamic speakers share their unique perspectives on the power of community.
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Forever Home
Peter's story illustrates how his siblings and community came together to support him in his family home after his mother passed away.
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Crafting a Good Life: Tiffany Dawe
Learn how Tiffany Dawe and her mother, Linda, crafted a life full of friendship, opportunity and community.
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contribution and involvement
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Brock Welton: I Am an Actor
A passion for acting and theatre transforms Brock Welton's life and ignites new opportunities.
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Crafting a Good Life: Andrew Werner
Meet Andrew Werner: businessman, artist, swimmer and environmental organizer.
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Crafting a Good Life: Tiffany Dawe
Learn how Tiffany Dawe and her mother, Linda, crafted a life full of friendship, opportunity and community.
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Man of Many Passions
Julian Escallon, a remarkable man, shares his worldview, accomplishments and goals.
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Person-Directed Planning
Exploring gifts through planning.
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legal and estate planning
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Microboards: Safeguarding the Future for Our Loved Ones
This page offers information on Microboards, a tool families can use to plan for the future.
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Henson Trust
An important financial planning tool for families caring for a loved one with a disability.
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Inspiring Possibilities Estate Planning Guide
Community Living Ontario presents a tax, benefits, trusts, and wills toolkit for Ontarians with disabilities.
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Legal Tips: Beyond the Basics
Information on when to consult a lawyer, guardianship, legal capacity and more.
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Action Guide to Understanding Legal Capacity and Supported Decision Making
This Action Guide looks at ways of supporting people who are vulnerable to maintain control over the decisions that impact their life.
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Action Guide Understanding the Roles & Responsibilities of Trustees
Understand the roles and responsibilities involved in being a trustee to an individual with a developmental disability.
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personal stories
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Nawin Mutti: Building a Full Life One Step at a Time
Nawin is a young professional from Toronto, Ontario. When Nawin was in high school he “Wanted to be everything and anything”.
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Meet Alexi: A College Student with an Eye for Design
Alexi is a young man from Welland Ontario who is determined to align his passions with his life goals. Before he graduated high school, Alexi had spent many years exploring his interest in gaming.
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A Bond Like No Other
The story of siblings Maureen and Tim.
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Brock Welton: I Am an Actor
A passion for acting and theatre transforms Brock Welton's life and ignites new opportunities.
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Challenging Perceptions
With humbling insight, Doug Cartan shares how our own thoughts can hold other people back from pursuing their dreams.
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College Guy
College Guy tells the story of one young man's journey starting a post secondary education.
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Crafting a Good Life: Andrew Werner
Meet Andrew Werner: businessman, artist, swimmer and environmental organizer.
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Crafting a Good Life: Tiffany Dawe
Learn how Tiffany Dawe and her mother, Linda, crafted a life full of friendship, opportunity and community.
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Dance in the Shadow
Dance in the Shadow is the story of how with creative planning, supportive networks, individualized funding and strong connections to the community many new possibilities can unfold.
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David Cohen: Impassioned and Inspired
David Cohen's passion for music helped connect him to a supportive network of friends.
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Dreams Change Lives
A tribute to activist, speaker, author and disability advocate Judith Snow.
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Forever Home
Peter's story illustrates how his siblings and community came together to support him in his family home after his mother passed away.
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Gordon and Chuck
The story of Chuck and Gordon illustrates the life changing possibilities a supportive personal network can make.
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Independent Facilitation: A Powerful Tool for Change
On discovering and creating a meaningful life in community.
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Introducing Isaac
After 19 years of silence, Issac Wong discovers his voice.
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John Smith: At Home in the World
Living on his own empowered John to embrace his independence and make his own decisions.
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Julie & Howie on Love and Marriage
A marriage story: How a chance encounter forever changed the lives of Julie and Howie.
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Learning to Live Like Neil
Neil is a young man who has a home of his own and a wide variety of passions and interests.
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Marianne Matters
How the support of her sibling, Jennifer, was instrumental in Marianne overcoming her mental health challenges.
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Meet Richard Ruston
The President of People First Ontario shares his thoughts on home ownership and self-advocacy.
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Revel in the Light
Revel in the Light demonstrates the gifts Rebecca brings to her friendships and how these gifts have something to teach us all.
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True Blue
Real friendship is a two way street. True Blue looks at the long lasting friendship between Anna and Rebecca.
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Two Brothers One Condo
Brothers Hayden and Wesley move from living with their mother to living in their own condo.
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Tony Downer: Taking Care of Business
Entrepreneur Tony Downer talks about starting his own business and succeeding at work.
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Who Will be There? The Elvis Network
An inspiring profile of Eric's personal support network in Waterloo, Ontario.
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Art of Belonging
Six dynamic speakers share their unique perspectives on the power of community.
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Art of Resilience
Six inspiring presenters share how cultivating resilience has transformed their lives.
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Man of Many Passions
Julian Escallon, a remarkable man, shares his worldview, accomplishments and goals.
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Steering Through Change: Eric's Journey to Building a Home
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Independent Facilitation is for Everyone
Learn how Independent Facilitation can help a person thrive in community and in his own home.
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Steering Through Change: Eric's Journey to Building a Home
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Person Directed Planning: Crafting Your Individualized Housing plan
Join us for a unique program that will help you plan and create a housing vision for the future
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Helpful Resources: Creating an Individualized Housing Plan
This page offers helpful resources that can support families to begin creating an individualized housing plan.
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Options for Home: Jonathon's Story
Earl and Carol and their son Jonathon live on the same property and each have their own home. Click to learn more.
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Forever Home
Peter's story illustrates how his siblings and community came together to support him in his family home after his mother passed away.
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Learning to Live Like Neil
Neil is a young man who has a home of his own and a wide variety of passions and interests.
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Two Brothers One Condo
Brothers Hayden and Wesley move from living with their mother to living in their own condo.
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John Smith: At Home in the World
Living on his own empowered John to embrace his independence and make his own decisions.
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Crafting a Good Life: Andrew Werner
Meet Andrew Werner: businessman, artist, swimmer and environmental organizer.
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federal supports
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What is an RDSP?
Learn about how to access and open an RDSP
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How to Apply For the Disability Tax Credit
Learn how to apply for the Disability Tax Credit
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After Opening an RDSP
Tips and strategies plan holders should think about after opening an RDSP.
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The RDSP Calculator
The RDSP Calculator can help you project the estimated value of your RDSP.
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Benefits Wayfinder
Prosper Canada has developed a new tool – the Benefits wayfinder - to assist Canadians with accessing provincial and federal benefits.
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Action Guide to Figuring Out Funding and Support
Learn about funding and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities at the provincial and federal levels.
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provincial supports
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SSAH Introduction
Special Services at Home (SSAH) is a funding program to support families who are caring for a child with a developmental or physical disabilities to help the child participate in the community and do things that matter to them.
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How to Access Passport Funding
Learn how to access Passport Funding
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How to Apply for the Ontario Disability Support Program
Learn how to apply for ODSP
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Benefits Wayfinder
Prosper Canada has developed a new tool – the Benefits wayfinder - to assist Canadians with accessing provincial and federal benefits.
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Developmental Services Ontario
The DSO connects adults with a developmental disability to services and supports within their communities.
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Action Guide to Figuring Out Funding and Support
Learn about funding and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities at the provincial and federal levels.
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Action Guide to Using Passport Dollars to Your Long Term Benefit
Maximize PassportOne funding to connect to your community and help build a secure future.
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financial planning
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What is an RDSP?
Learn about how to access and open an RDSP
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After Opening an RDSP
Tips and strategies plan holders should think about after opening an RDSP.
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The RDSP Calculator
The RDSP Calculator can help you project the estimated value of your RDSP.
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Henson Trust
An important financial planning tool for families caring for a loved one with a disability.
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Benefits Wayfinder
Prosper Canada has developed a new tool – the Benefits wayfinder - to assist Canadians with accessing provincial and federal benefits.
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Safe and Secure
Seven Steps on the Path to a Good Life for People with a Disability.
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Facilitator's Guide for Safe and Secure Book Clubs
We have developed a Book Club Facilitation Guide that provides tips on organizing and leading Safe and Secure book clubs.
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P4P Tip Sheets - Growing Up: Planning for a Full and Meaningful Life - test
Downloadable tip sheet for planning the best possible life for your child with a disability means challenging yourself to be proactive and to ‘think differently’ at every age and stage.
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P4P Tip Sheets - Navigation for Adults with a Disability - test
The tip sheet contains a brief checklist identifying some of the main funding programs for which individuals 18 or older may qualify.
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quick start - applications how-to
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SSAH Introduction
Special Services at Home (SSAH) is a funding program to support families who are caring for a child with a developmental or physical disabilities to help the child participate in the community and do things that matter to them.
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How to Access Passport Funding
Learn how to access Passport Funding
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What is an RDSP?
Learn about how to access and open an RDSP
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How to Apply For the Disability Tax Credit
Learn how to apply for the Disability Tax Credit
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How to Apply for the Ontario Disability Support Program
Learn how to apply for ODSP
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french resources
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Introduction au PSPD
Le Programme des services particuliers à domicile (PSPD) vient en aide aux familles qui s’occupent d’un enfant ayant une déficience intellectuelle ou physique afin de lui permettre de prendre part à la vie dans la collectivité et de faire ce qui est important pour lui...
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Guide Pour Savoir ce qui existe en matière de financement et de soutien
Renseignez-vous sur le financement et les soutiens offerts aux personnes ayant une déficience intellectuelle aux niveaux provincial et fédéral.
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Guide de planification pour l'avenir
Un guide pour aider les parents et les soignants à planifier l'avenir d'un proche handicapé
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Guide d'action construire une enfance au quotidien
Apprenez des façons d'aider votre enfant à vivre une enfance quotidienne avec des amis, en s'amusant et en apprenant.
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Régime enregistré d’épargne-invalidité (REEI) Diffusion
Renseignements sur le Régime enregistré d’épargne-invalidité (REEI)
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Jeter les bases d’un bon plan successoral
Informations sur la planification successorale
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La facilitation indépendante
Sur la découverte et la création d'une vie significative en communauté
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Homme aux multiples passions
Un homme remarquable partage sa vision du monde, ses réalisations et ses objectifs.
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Transition vers l’école secondaire
Starting high school is a big step on a young person’s journey to adulthood. It’s an exciting time of personal growth, new discoveries, and opportunity
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How to Access Passport Funding - FRENCH
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How to Apply For the Disability Tax Credit - FRENCH
Learn how to apply for the Disability Tax Credit
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How to Apply for the Ontario Disability Support Program - FRENCH
Learn how to apply for ODSP
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What is an RDSP? - FRENCH
Learn about how to access and open an RDSP
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برنامهٔ گذرنامه کمک مالی برنامهٔ «گذرنامه» - Farsi
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اعتبار مالیاتی معلولیت - Farsi
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برنامهٔ حمایتی معلولین انتاریو - Farsi
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رمایهگذاری روی آینده معرفی RDSP - Farsi
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கடவுச்சீட்டு நிதி - Tamil
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ஊனமுற்றோர் வரிச் சலுகை - Tamil
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ஒன்டாரியோ ஊனமுற்றோர் உதவித் திட்டம் - Tamil
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பதிவுசெய்யப்பட்ட ஊனமுற்றோர் சேமிப்புத் திட்டம் (RDSP) அறிமுகம் - Tamil
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Passport Funding 援助金 - Chinese (Simplified)
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残障税额減免 (DTC) - Chinese (Simplified)
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安大略省残障支援计划 (ODSP) - Chinese (Simplified)
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注册残障储蓄计划 (RDSP) - Chinese (Simplified)
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