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Bellwoods’ Annual Client BBQ Celebrates Community, Inclusion, and Resilience

Annual Client BBQ Celebrates Community, Inclusion, and Resilience This year’s Bellwoods Client BBQ came with one unexpected guest: rain. As forecasts changed leading up to the event, our planning team found themselves quickly adapting plans and reimagining the day to ensure clients could still enjoy the celebration. Thanks to the flexibility, creativity, and teamwork of […]

Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Rates Increased on July 1

Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Rates Increased As of July 1, 2026, the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) has increased by 1.9% to help keep pace with inflation. This annual adjustment applies to several areas of income support, including basic needs, shelter, board and lodging, and other eligible living arrangements. The updated maximum monthly rates […]

Pride Month: Inclusion Means Everyone Belongs

Pride Month: Inclusion Means Everyone Belongs As Pride Month comes to a close, it’s a chance to reflect on what inclusion looks like in our everyday lives. Many people with disabilities are also part of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. Every person brings their own experiences, and those experiences deserve to be recognized and respected. At Bellwoods, […]

From Idea to Garden: Bellwoods Community Garden Day 2026

Growing More Than a Garden: Community Plant Day at Bellwoods https://youtu.be/5E6atpbB-go?si=yOxQrXSlhsvaEQ9z Growing More Than a Garden: Community Plant Day at Bellwoods “There’s nothing better than fresh organic vegetables.” For Blair, a client at Bellwoods, that belief has grown into a cherished annual tradition. Each year, Blair leads Community Garden Day, bringing together Bellwoods staff and […]

National Accessibility Week 2026

A smiling woman in a powered wheelchair raises a red maple leaf tumbler at a community event. Overlaid text reads: “National AccessAbility Week 2026 – Building a Strong, Accessible Canada – May 31 to June 6.” Bellwoods logo displayed at the bottom of the graphic.

National AccessAbility Week 2026 From May 31 to June 6, Canadians across the country are recognizing National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) 2026. This annual observance celebrates the leadership, achievements, and contributions of people with disabilities while highlighting the importance of creating a more accessible and inclusive society for all. This year’s theme, “Building a Strong, Accessible […]