Part 2 – Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) Last Friday, we shared a quick overview of the disability-related programs offered through the Ministry of Children, Community, and Social Services (MCCSS), or “The Ministry.” Today, we’re taking a closer look at one of two programs that often get mixed up (and for
Letter to the Editor: “Doing Hard Better — Together”By Francesca Dobbyn, Executive Director, United Way of Bruce Grey As we look around our communities today, we cannot ignore the rising tide of challenges that echo — and in some ways surpass — the hardships we endured during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Today is Menstrual Health Day, and here at United Way Bruce Grey, we’re raising our voices (and awareness) about something that impacts so many in our community: period poverty. What’s period poverty?It’s the lack of access to menstrual products, education, and safe hygiene facilities. For too many people who menstruate,
What a fantastic month of creativity and community spirit we’ve had. From April 23 to May 23, all 28 Bruce Grey libraries teamed up with us for a World Turtle Day colouring contest that was truly something special. Families stopped by their local libraries to grab a free turtle colouring
Woew. There are so many different programs for people with disabilities, and I find it very confusing. Thankfully, I recently attended an online presentation by Developmental Services Ontario that helped clarify things. Over the next 4 weeks, we will look at services for people with disabilities. If you or someone
Boston Pizza Owen Sound and Northstars Lacrosse are teaming up to host a Cornhole Tournament in support of the Backpack Program — and we couldn’t be more thankful. This fun, family-friendly event will raise funds and collect school supplies to help local students start the school year strong. Event Details
Every school has them—those amazing people who go above and beyond every single day. Teachers. Educational Assistants. Bus drivers. Janitors. Office staff. Principals. You name it. They’re the ones cheering kids on, drying tears, helping with homework, calming nerves, fixing jammed photocopiers, and somehow keeping the whole place running with
Financial Friday Wednesday: What to Do If There’s a Canada Post Mail Strike With a potential Canada Post mail strike on the horizon, many Canadians are wondering (and calling our office): What happens if my bills don’t arrive in the mail? While delays or interruptions in service can be frustrating,
The Canadian Dental Care Plan is expanding eligibility! As of May 1st, the first round of eligible adults can apply! Eligible adults between the ages of 18 and 64 can apply now and at designated times in May. They can start receiving care as of June 1st. There are three
Last week, on May 8th, 2025, we turned the volume all the way up on community connection, collaboration, and creativity at the third edition of “Unmuting”—and what a powerful day it was! Hosted at the welcoming Elmwood Community Centre in the heart of Elmwood, this event brought together an incredible
