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Empowered Kids Ontario
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We represent Ontario’s publicly funded developmental health sector – the organizations that provide leading clinical treatment and support so kids with disabilities and developmental differences and their families can live their best lives.
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Today is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, a reminder that inclusion isn’t optional. It’s essential.

Building an equitable society means removing barriers for people with disabilities and ensuring their voices lead the way.

#IDPD #EmpoweredKidsOntario
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December 3, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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The 2026 EKO Scholarship is now open to those who’ve received services from an EKO General Member and plan to continue their education in 2026/27. Visit our website to learn more about the eligibility requirements and how to apply!

Learn more and apply https://bit.ly/3XuTzrW

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December 2, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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It’s December, and we’re celebrating Children's Treatment Network as our Member of the Month!

CTN’s support reaches York Region, Simcoe County and beyond.

Learn about their impactful work at https://bit.ly/4ixFhQX

#ChildrensTreatmentNetwork #EmpowerKidsOntario #MemberOfTheMonth
December 1, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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A new article from Holland Bloorview's outgoing CEO, Julia Hanigsberg, highlights the incredible impact of pediatric rehabilitation.

Read the complete article here: https://bit.ly/4rrQyGE

#PediatricRehab #ChildDevelopment #KidsHealth #EKO #HollandBloorview
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November 28, 2025 at 7:55 PM
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What will it take to right size children’s healthcare in Ontario?

Check out the latest episode of Children's Healthcare Canada's podcast and learn why developmental healthcare must be seen as an essential part of a sustainable child health system.

Listen or watch:
https://bit.ly/3Xg6EFp
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November 24, 2025 at 5:54 PM
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Empowered Kids Ontario's members are always hard at work fighting for kids with disabilities and developmental needs and their families.

Learn more in our annual report: https://bit.ly/4oU2DTf

#EmpoweredKidsOntario #FunFactFriday
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November 21, 2025 at 6:54 PM
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Today, on World Children’s Day, we honour the rights and limitless potential of children and youth across Ontario.

Today is a reminder that when we invest in kids, we invest in our collective future.

Happy World Children’s Day! #WorldChildrensDay
World Children’s Day! “From the moment the sun rises, children wake up to a world shaped by choices they didn't make. But every child, everywhere, also wakes with rights. Including the right to be protected, to learn, and to have their voice heard.” – UNICEF
November 20, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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Therapists, clinicians and family support teams work with kids where it matters most: at home, in schools, in their communities, and in the places they love to learn and play.

#EmpoweredKidsOntario #ChildDevelopment #PediatricCare #OntarioKids #FunFactFriday
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November 14, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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Child & Community Resources changes lives across Northern Ontario, collaborating with families, referrals, educators, healthcare providers and community partners!

Learn more about all they do in this huge area: https://bit.ly/3LiQHvu

#memberofthemonth #EmpoweredKidsOntario
EKO's Member of the Month is Child & Community Resources. (Logos shown.) There is a map that shows that they provide services throughout Northern Ontario, including Thunder Bay District, Kenora, Northeastern Ontario, First Nations Communities, Sudbury and Algoma District.
November 13, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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EKO’s 2025 Annual Report is now live on our website!

It's the culmination of a remarkable year of events, continued growth, and distinction here at Empowered Kids Ontario.

Take a few minutes to read the report and learn more: https://bit.ly/4hYTh67
November 12, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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Today, we once again recognize the courage and sacrifice of those who served and continue to serve our country. Their legacy lives on in the peace and freedom we enjoy today.

#RemembranceDay #LestWeForget #CanadaRemembers
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November 11, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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We’re thrilled to see CBC launch Disability Life, a new digital content hub dedicated to curating stories, news and perspectives from and about the disability community.

Read all about it: https://bit.ly/47uqWkx

#Accessibility #Inclusion #EmpoweredKidsOntario #CBC
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November 8, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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More than 30 amazing organizations across Ontario and growing. 👏

Learn more about becoming a member of EKO:
www.empoweredkidsontario.ca/valueofmembe...

#FunFactFridays #EmpoweredKidsOntario #TogetherWeGrow #InclusiveOntario
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November 7, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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Our Virtual AGM is happening next week! We would love for you to attend and play a role in the future of Empowered Kids Ontario. RSVP by November 7.

#EmpowerKids #DevelopmentalHealth #KidsHealth #Disabilities #ChildDevelopment #VirtualAGM #BringYourOwnCoffee
November 6, 2025 at 6:53 PM
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It's #ThankfulThursday and we couldn't be more thankful for the incredible life-changing work that our members do every day.

Today and every day, we celebrate you!
November 6, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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Child & Community Resources (CCR) is our amazing Member of the Month!

CCR’s team and partners are proud to stand alongside families, meeting them where they are, and helping every child and youth reach their full potential.

Learn more about CCR at https://bit.ly/4hJwhHW
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November 5, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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It's Indigenous Disability Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the achievements and contributions made by Indigenous persons with disabilities in Canada.

Let’s stand together in respect and learning!

#IDAM2025 #IndigenousDisabilityAwarenessMonth #InclusionMatters
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November 4, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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It's November, and we're proud to celebrate Child & Community Resources as our Member of the Month!

Learn about their amazing work at https://bit.ly/3LiQHvu

#ChildAndCommunityResources #EmpowerKidsOntario #MemberOfTheMonth #DevelopmentalHealth #KidsHealth #ChildDevelopment
November 3, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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Happy Halloween, Ontario!

As you make your display's final preparations, consider these inclusive tips!

#FunFactFridays #empoweredkidsontario #HappyHalloween
#FunFactFridays As you put the final preparations on your display, consider these: - Place treats at an accessible level (best is at the end of your driveway) - Be patient and kidn with trick or treaters - Go easy on sound and intense light effects - Keep your pathways clear - Offer choices: candy or something else like a small toy Have fun tonight! #FunFactFridays #empoweredkidsontario #HappyHalloween
October 31, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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Congrats to Autism Canada for their launch of Empowering Connections, a national support line dedicated to Autistic and neurodivergent people across Canada.

Check it out: https://bit.ly/3L4lHiO

#EmpoweringConnections #EmpoweredKidsOntario #AutismCanada #NeurodivergentSupport
October 28, 2025 at 7:41 PM
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October is International AAC Awareness Month!

AAC (short for Augmentative and Alternative Communication) includes ways people share their thoughts and ideas without speaking.

#AACAwarenessMonth #EmpoweredKidsOntario #CommunicationForAll

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October 24, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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Here’s another shoutout to our Member of the Month: Five Counties Children’s Centre!

Their website’s resources section is packed with valuable assistance, no matter where you live...
https://bit.ly/4oqYw0d

#EmpoweredKidsOntario #MemberOfTheMonth #FamilySupport #FiveCounties
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October 21, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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“AI is going to be in every business and every industry,” says Maayan Ziv. “It’s really changing the way in which we understand the world.”

Ziv joined Google Canada’s Natasha Walji to talk about how artificial intelligence is rewriting accessibility.

www.digitaljournal.com/business/ai-...
Natasha Walji, Managing Director for Google Canada and Maayan Ziv, founder & CEO of AccessNow (photo by Brandon Ferguson Media, courtesy of Elevate Festival)
October 20, 2025 at 6:19 PM
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Our members serve more than 150,000 kids with developmental, physical, communication and cognitive disabilities.

Learn more about what we do to change kids' lives at www.empoweredkidsontario.ca

#EmpoweredKidsOntario #childdevelopment #FunFactFridays
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October 17, 2025 at 3:53 PM
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Canadian cities have just made October 16 National Treat Accessibly Preparation Day! That means more homes are getting ready to make trick-or-treating easy and fun for kids of all abilities.

Grab a free Treat Accessibly lawn sign - www.TreatAccessibly.com

#TreatAccessibly #EmpoweredKidsOntario
October 16, 2025 at 4:14 PM