Volunteer for Disability Organizations in Canada

Abbotsford Community Services
2420 Montrose Ave, Abbotsford, British Columbia

Abbotsford Community Services strives to be an agency that fosters community well-being and social justice through positive action and leadership.

Keywords: Seniors · Immigrants and Refugees · Family Support · Disabled · Community Services · Children and Youth

Volunteer Profile of Abbotsford Community Services

Ability New Brunswick
236 St. George Street, Suite 20, Moncton, New Brunswick

In 1952, the Atlantic Division was created and it eventually grew into four organizations. The CPA NB was formed in 1956 and incorporated in 1990. In 2011, we changed our name and rebranded to Ability NB to better reflect the people we represent. Ability NB is an autonomous, community-based, provincial non-profit organization governed by a volunteer Board of Directors.

Keywords: Sports and Recreation · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Ability New Brunswick

Ability New Brunswick
440 Wilsey Road, Suite 102, Fredericton, New Brunswick

In 1952, the Atlantic Division was created and it eventually grew into four organizations. The CPA NB was formed in 1956 and incorporated in 1990. In 2011, we changed our name and rebranded to Ability NB to better reflect the people we represent. Ability NB is an autonomous, community-based, provincial non-profit organization governed by a volunteer Board of Directors.

Keywords: Sports and Recreation · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Ability New Brunswick

Ability Society of Alberta
41 Ave NE, Suite 331, Calgary, Alberta

We specialize with special needs and assistive devices.

Keywords: Independence · Disabled · Children and Youth

Volunteer Profile of Ability Society of Alberta

AbleLiving Services Thrive Group
2080 Trinity Church Road, Binbrook, Ontario

We support adults with disabilities and the elderly with a number of programs and supportive housing sites in Mississauga, Burlington, Hamilton and Stoney Creek. With over 1,700 clients a year, our mission is to provide a spectrum of integrated services to support and care for individuals to live as independently as possible.

Keywords: Housing · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of AbleLiving Services Thrive Group

Aboriginal Physical Activity & Cultural Circle
6520 Salish Drive, Vancouver, British Columbia

The Aboriginal Physical Activity and Cultural Circle (APACC) is a network for Aboriginal people who are involved in Sports, Recreation, Fitness and Traditional Activities. APACC is a registered non-profit organization.

Keywords: Sports and Recreation · Seniors · First Nation and Aboriginal Peoples · Disabled · Children and Youth

Volunteer Profile of Aboriginal Physical Activity & Cultural Circle

AboutFace
1057 Steeles Ave. West, Box 702, North York, Ontario

We are AboutFace and we're here for anyone and everyone living with a facial difference. That includes those affected directly or indirectly. And whether it's been with you from birth or is an acquired difference, we know the circumstances you face will be unique.

Keywords: Family Support · Disabled · Children and Youth

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Aboutface Craniofacial Family Society
123 Edward St, Suite 1003, Toronto, Ontario

We are AboutFace and we're here for anyone and everyone living with a facial difference. That includes those affected directly or indirectly. And whether it's been with you from birth or is an acquired difference, we know the circumstances you face will be unique.

Keywords: Family Support · Disabled · Children and Youth

Volunteer Profile of Aboutface Craniofacial Family Society

Accessible Housing Society
1212 31st Avenue N.E., Suite 215, Calgary, Alberta

Accessible Housing Society is a non-profit organization and registered charity with a mandate to create opportunities for safe, affordable, barrier-free housing for persons with mobility issues.

Keywords: Homeless and Housing · Disabled

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Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disability
L'Alliance de vie active des Canadiens/Canadiennes ayant un handicap
720 Belfast Road, Suite 104, Ottawa, Ontario

The Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disability (ALACD) promotes, supports and enables Canadians with disabilities to lead active, healthy lives.

Keywords: Independence · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disability

Adaptavie Inc
525 Boul. Hamel Est, Local F-122, Quebec, Quebec

Depuis 1980, une equipe d'experts offre differents programmes d'activites physiques et sportives adaptees ainsi que des programmes de repit a l'intention des personnes vivant avec des limitations fonctionnelles.

Keywords: Sports and Recreation · Disabled

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AiMHi - Prince George Association for Community Living
950 Kerry St, Prince George, British Columbia

A cornerstone of our work here at AiMHi is to continually strive to provide the best supports and services to people in the communities we work in, together with the best worksites for our employees.

Keywords: Family Services · Disabled · Children and Youth

Volunteer Profile of AiMHi - Prince George Association for Community Living

Alberta Association for Community Living

Branch: Regional Office 4014 - Macleod Trail S.E., Suite 212, Calgary, Alberta

Alberta Association for Community Living (AACL) is a family based, non-profit federation that advocates on behalf of children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families.

Keywords: Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Alberta Association for Community Living

Alberta Association for Community Living

Branch: Head Office 11724 Kingsway Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta

Alberta Association for Community Living (AACL) is a family based, non-profit federation that advocates on behalf of children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families.

Keywords: Disabled

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Alberta Caregivers Association
10310 - 56 Street NW, Fulton Place, Edmonton, Alberta

The ACGA was born out of the ashes of caregiver burnout, experienced by one woman caregiver who received minimal support while caring for her husband.

Keywords: Health · Disabled · Community Services

Volunteer Profile of Alberta Caregivers Association

Alberta Easter Seals Society

Branch: Head Office 103, 811 Manning Road NE, Calgary, Alberta

We've served Albertans with disabilities and special needs since 1951. They connect with us for direct services, programs, advocacy and public education. Whether the need is mobility or accessibility, we're here to bridge the gap in Alberta's social safety net for people with disabilities.

Keywords: Disabled · Children and Youth

Volunteer Profile of Alberta Easter Seals Society

Alberta Easter Seals Society

Branch: Edmonton 10025 -106 Street, 1408 Baker Centre, Edmonton, Alberta

We've served Albertans with disabilities and special needs since 1951. They connect with us for direct services, programs, advocacy and public education. Whether the need is mobility or accessibility, we're here to bridge the gap in Alberta's social safety net for people with disabilities.

Keywords: Disabled · Children and Youth

Volunteer Profile of Alberta Easter Seals Society

Alice Saddy Association
111 Waterloo Street, Suite 401, London, Ontario

Everyone is entitled to experience the joy of achievement. When the church that Alice Saddy attended developed a foundation to commemorate her community service, they imbued it with the philosophy she embodied: a philosophy that views all people as having the right to reach their fullest potential.

Keywords: Independence · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Alice Saddy Association

Antigonish Guysborough Early Childhood Intervention Program
25 Bay St, Antigonish, Nova Scotia

The Early Intervention Program supports families raising young children birth to school age with special needs or developmental concerns.

Keywords: Disabled · Children and Youth

Volunteer Profile of Antigonish Guysborough Early Childhood Intervention Program

AQVA
Association Quebecoise De Voile Adaptee
2025 Quesnel, Suite 35, Montreal, Quebec

Our mission is to enable people with mobility impairments, including very severe ones, to increase the quality of their life and to reintegrate in the community by means of sailing.

Keywords: Sports and Recreation · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of AQVA

Association for the Benefit of Children With Disabilities
939 Mount Royal Dr, Kelowna, British Columbia

ABCD is a non-profit society that provides unique programs for special needs youth and adults which promote a sense of community and positive self identity.

Keywords: Disabled · Children and Youth

Volunteer Profile of Association for the Benefit of Children With Disabilities

ATN Access Inc
141 Dundas Street, Suite 504, London, Ontario

ATN provides opportunities for individuals with injuries or physical, sensory and learning disabilities to gain access to employment

Keywords: Independence · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of ATN Access Inc

Batay Reena
927 Clark Ave W., Thornhill, Ontario

Reena is a non-profit social service agency dedicated to helping children, adults and senior citizens with developmental disabilities to realize their full potential and to become integrated into the mainstream of society.

Keywords: Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Batay Reena

BC Aboriginal Network on Disability Society
1179 Kosapsum Crescent, Victoria, British Columbia

The British Columbia Aboriginal Network on Disability Society has been in successful existence for over 20 years. During those years the Society has seen great change and growth as we, as an organization, have matured, increased our capacity and continually gained insight from our clients, Nations, communities and British Columbia's Aboriginal leadership.

Keywords: Health · First Nation and Aboriginal Peoples · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of BC Aboriginal Network on Disability Society

BC Adaptive Snowsports
780 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver, British Columbia

BC Adaptive Snowsports (formerly known as Disabled Skiers Association of BC), established in 1973 as a registered, charitable non-profit organization, supports and promotes the sport of adapted skiing and snowboarding as a form of recreation and rehabilitation for all participants, contributing to an overall active and healthy lifestyle for British Columbians.

Keywords: Sports and Recreation · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of BC Adaptive Snowsports

BC Disability Games Society
RPO Valley Centre, Box 56037, Langley, British Columbia

Each year, BC Disability Sports entrusts a community in British Columbia to organize and manage of the BC Disability Games. For many athletes, the Games represent the most important event of the year. The Games provide an opportunity for novice athletes to experience competition, and for elite athletes to qualify for national and international events, and to serve as role models for other athletes with a disability.

Keywords: Sports and Recreation · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of BC Disability Games Society

BC Pets and Friends Society
306 - 255 West First Street, North Vancouver, British Columbia

Pets Visiting People Pets and Friends brings pet owners and their pets together with care facilities such as senior's care homes, hospitals, and hospices to provide the joy and comfort of pet visits to the residents and patients.

Keywords: Seniors · Mental Health · Health · Disabled · Animals

Volunteer Profile of BC Pets and Friends Society

BC Wheelchair Basketball Society
780 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver, British Columbia

The BC Wheelchair Basketball Society (BCWBS) is a non-profit organization formed in 1983 and registered with Revenue Canada as a charity since 1985.

Keywords: Sports and Recreation · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of BC Wheelchair Basketball Society

Bellwoods Centres for Community Living Inc
789 Don Mills Road, Suite 701, Don Mills, Ontario

Established over 55 years ago, Bellwoods Centres For Community Living Inc. is a charitable, not-for-profit organization providing community based, client directed support services, independent living education programs, and accessible, affordable housing for persons with physical support needs living in the Toronto area. Bellwoods has been accredited by Accreditation Canada since 2007.

Keywords: Seniors · Independence · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Bellwoods Centres for Community Living Inc

Bethany Care Society
1001 17 St NW, Calgary, Alberta

In a culture that loves youthfulness, Bethany Care Society celebrates aging. The values of choice, quality of life, independence and community are cornerstones of our service. Our continuing care programs, housing properties and service options reflect the changing social, physical, spiritual, emotional and intellectual needs of residents and clients.

Keywords: Seniors · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Bethany Care Society

Bleecker Wellesley Activity Network
200 Wellesley Street East, Suite 119, Toronto, Ontario

We at the Bleecker/Wellesley Activity Network help create a happier, healthier environment for the seniors and disabled. We service a low income community in downtown Toronto, Ontario to help them reach out and break the isolation factor that is so prevelant in our present day society.

To provide our seniors with a feeling of safety, caring and independence. Our focus is to build stronger community awareness to help our most vulnerable residents to develop new friendships and get involved in outside activities making them less lonely and at less risk health and safety wise. Empowering our seniors and the physically or mentally disabled to establish relationships through community events and buddy systems so there is less isolation. Giving them the venues to become more self assured individuals and have others to reach out to break their isolation factor.

Keywords: Seniors · Poverty · Hunger · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Bleecker Wellesley Activity Network

Blind Sailing Association of Canada
45 Brahms Ave, Toronto, Ontario

The opportunity to sail frees a blind person from the daily limitations on their mobility. At the helm, a blind sailor experiences the freedom to choose and control their own course. This is a precious freedom the sighted world takes for granted.

Keywords: Sports and Recreation · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Blind Sailing Association of Canada

Blue Sky Opportunities
Box 330, Altona, Manitoba

Blue Sky Opportunities Inc. is a non-profit organization committed to maximizing the independence of adults with intellectual disabilities, through employment and residential opportunities within our community.

Keywords: Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Blue Sky Opportunities

Brantwood Residential Development Centre
25 Bell Lane, Brantford, Ontario

Brantwood Community Services is recognized for providing specialized residential, day and respite supports for transitional aged youth and adults who have one or a combination of developmental, physical, behavioural and health challenges.

Keywords: Independence · Disabled · Community Services

Volunteer Profile of Brantwood Residential Development Centre

British Columbia Centre for Ability
2805 Kingsway, Vancouver, British Columbia

The BC Centre for Ability provides community-based services that enhance the quality of life for children, youth and adults with disabilities and their families in ways that facilitate and build competencies and foster inclusion in all aspects of life

Keywords: Disabled · Children and Youth

Volunteer Profile of British Columbia Centre for Ability

British Columbia Lions Society for Children with Disabilities & Easter Seals BC
3981 Oak Street, Vancouver, British Columbia

Our Mandate is: to enrich the lives of children in British Columbia and the Yukon by "giving children abilities"

Our Vision is: to continue providing not only specialized services and facilities, but also challenging and supporting young hearts and minds as well. Giving children with disabilities self-esteem, self-confidence and a sense of independence is what our community is all about.

Keywords: Disabled · Children and Youth

Volunteer Profile of British Columbia Lions Society for Children with Disabilities & Easter Seals BC

Brockville & Area Community Living Association
6 Glenn Wood Place, Suite 100 Lower Level, Brockville, Ontario

Brockville & Area Community Living Association is an organization committed to providing quality out-of-family home, residential and associated support services for people who have an intellectual disability.

Keywords: Seniors · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Brockville & Area Community Living Association

C.O.P.E. Canine Opportunity, People Empowerment
Barrie, Ontario

COPE is a community-based organization. Through the generous support of sponsors, students, teachers and volunteers, our circle of service works together to improve the lives of disabled life partners, high school and elementary students, and seniors.

Keywords: Disabled · Animals

Volunteer Profile of C.O.P.E. Canine Opportunity, People Empowerment

Calgary Progressive Lifestyles Foundation
1935 32 Ave NE, Suite 140, Calgary, Alberta

To promote self-sufficiency and growth within adults who have a disAbility. This is achieved through Community Presence and Participation, Skill and Image Enhancement, Autonomy and Empowerment.

Keywords: Independence · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Calgary Progressive Lifestyles Foundation

Camp Awakening Incorporated
150 Eglinton Ave E, Suite 204, Toronto, Ontario

Camp Awakening is a registered charity providing adapted and accessible summer camp & leadership programs for children and youth with physical disabilities.

Keywords: Disabled · Children and Youth · Camps

Volunteer Profile of Camp Awakening Incorporated

Camp Hornby Society
3538 West 43rd Ave, Vancouver, British Columbia

Our camp was founded in 2002 at the request of a group of vision professionals, parents of blind children and other supporters and is open to all qualifying children from British Columbia who are under 21 years of age on the first day of camp. The camp is integrated so campers may attend on their own or with other family members and sighted siblings.

Keywords: Disabled · Children and Youth · Camps

Volunteer Profile of Camp Hornby Society

Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing - Alberta
11759 Groat Road, Edmonton, Alberta

CADS - ALBERTA is the provincial chapter (or Division) of The Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing (CADS). A volunteer based organization having as it's main objective, assisting individuals with a disability to lead richer and fuller lives through active participation in recreational and competitive snow skiing and snowboarding.

Keywords: Sports and Recreation · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing - Alberta

Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing - National Capital Division
1216 Bordeau Grove, Ottawa, Ontario

The Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing (CADS) is a volunteer based non-profit organization having the objective of promoting alpine skiing and snowboarding for persons with a disability.

The National Capital Division (CADS-NCD) is a member organization of CADS and oversees the programs and services operating in the regions of Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec.

Keywords: Sports and Recreation · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing - National Capital Division

Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing CADS Calgary
88 Canada Olympic Road SW, Canada Olympic Park, Calgary, Alberta

The Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing (CADS) - Calgary is the local zone of CADS National and is also affiliated with CADS Alberta, the provincial division. We are a volunteer-based organization currently with approximately 500 members. Our main objective is to promote adaptive skiing and snowboarding by teaching people with disabilities how to ski or snowboard using adaptive skills and equipment tailored to their needs.

Keywords: Sports and Recreation · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing CADS Calgary

Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing CADS Edmonton
10818 - Jasper Ave, Edmonton, Alberta

Our Mission is to give anyone with a physical or sensory disability the opportunity to enjoy the sport of skiing anywhere and anytime. CADS Edmonton offers programs in downhill skiing and snowboarding. Our programs are aimed at instructing individuals with disabilities in the various adapted skiing techniques. Our volunteer instructors are trained in adaptive ski instruction as developed by the CADS national certifying body.

Keywords: Sports and Recreation · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing CADS Edmonton

Canadian Blind Sports Association
Association canadienne des sports pour aveugles
325-5055 Rue Joyce Street, Vancouver, British Columbia

The Canadian Blind Sports Association is a not for profit association serving individuals who are blind, visually impaired, deaf-blind, or are blind and have additional disabilities; and their families and other supporters.

Keywords: Sports and Recreation · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Canadian Blind Sports Association

Canadian Helen Keller Centre
210 Empress Avenue, Toronto, Ontario

The Canadian Helen Keller Centre (CHKC) is the only residential training centre in Canada for people who are deaf-blind. Courses are taught one-on-one, using the individual's preferred mode of communication. Workshops and intensive residential stays are available. CHKC also provides support to deaf-blind seniors and their families and workers.

Keywords: Independence · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Canadian Helen Keller Centre

Canadian Institute for the Relief of Pain and Disability
Institut Canadien Pour Le Soulagement De La Douleur Et De L'incapacite
916 West Broadway, Suite 204, Vancouver, British Columbia

The Canadian Institute for the Relief of Pain and Disability (CIRPD) is a federally incorporated not-for-profit charitable organization founded in 1986, dedicated to the prevention and reduction of pain, pain-related suffering, and disability.

Keywords: Health and Medicine · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Canadian Institute for the Relief of Pain and Disability

Canadian Paralympic Foundation
Fondation Paralympique Canadienne
225 Metcalfe Street, Suite 310, Ottawa, Ontario

The Canadian Paralympic Committee is a non-profit, private organization with 25 member sports organizations dedicated to strengthening the Paralympic Movement. The Canadian Paralympic Committee's vision is to be the world's leading Paralympic nation. Its mission is to lead the development of a sustainable Paralympic sport system in Canada to enable athletes to reach the podium at the Paralympic Games.

Keywords: Sports and Recreation · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Canadian Paralympic Foundation

Canadian Paraplegic Association Alberta
11010 101st Street NW, Suite 305, Edmonton, Alberta

Since 1945, Spinal Cord Injury Alberta (formerly Canadian Paraplegic Association Alberta) has been helping Canadians with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities. Started by a core group of WWII veterans in Ontario, the association has expanded to include offices in almost every province.

Keywords: Sports and Recreation · Disabled

Volunteer Profile of Canadian Paraplegic Association Alberta

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