Disability Resource Centre for Independent Living

Disability Resource Centre for Independent Living The Disability Resource Centre for Independent Living promotes the achievement of independent living for people living with disabilities.

We are a non profit organization that promotes the achievement of independent living for all people with disabilities. We recognize the rights of all citizens with disabilities to take control of their lives by examining choices, making decisions and even taking risks. Our goals are to identify and respond to unmet needs of people with disabilities and to put solutions into place. We encourage the

full participation of people with disabilities in the planning, monitoring and delivery of all our programs and activities. We also encourage flexibility in our programs and services. If programs no longer service a need or where a more appropriate service base has been found, then the center will seek to avoid duplication of existing services and will seek to fill in the gaps in the communities current services. If you are a person living with a disability or are a family member or friend of a person living with a disability; an employer of a person with a disability; or the part general public in need of information and answers related to any disability issue: Please contact us today!

04/20/2026

National Volunteer Week – April 19 – 25, 2026 🙋🏿‍♀️🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️🙋🏾‍♂️

This National Volunteer Week, we celebrate the people who power our movement—and the spark that keeps it growing.

This year’s theme, “Ignite Volunteerism,” speaks directly to who we are at Independent Living Canada.

For 40 years, volunteers across our network have ignited change in their communities—lighting the way for greater choice, dignity, and inclusion. Whether through peer support, advocacy, leadership, or simply showing up for one another, your contributions create momentum that cannot be ignored.

Volunteerism within the Independent Living movement is more than giving time—it’s about sharing lived experience, building connections, and driving a future where accessibility is embedded from the start.
You are the spark behind every barrier challenged, every story amplified, and every step forward.

To our volunteers: thank you for igniting this movement—and for continuing to fuel what comes next.


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Semaine nationale du bénévolat – 19 au 25 avril 2026 🙋🏿‍♀️🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️🙋🏾‍♂️

À l’occasion de la Semaine nationale du bénévolat, nous rendons hommage aux personnes qui font vivre notre mouvement et à l’étincelle qui le fait grandir.

Le thème de cette année, « Donner vie au bénévolat », reflète parfaitement l’identité de Vie autonome Canada.

Depuis 40 ans, les bénévoles de notre réseau sont des moteurs de changement dans leurs communautés, ouvrant la voie à plus de choix, de dignité et d’inclusion. Que ce soit par le soutien entre pairs, la défense des droits, le leadership ou simplement par votre présence les uns pour les autres, votre contribution crée une dynamique incontournable.

Le bénévolat au sein du mouvement Autonomie, c’est bien plus que donner de son temps : c’est partager son expérience, tisser des liens et bâtir un avenir où l’accessibilité est intégrée dès le départ.

Vous êtes l’étincelle qui se cache derrière chaque obstacle surmonté, chaque histoire partagée et chaque pas en avant.

À nos bénévoles : merci d’avoir lancé ce mouvement et de continuer à alimenter l’avenir.

Take control of your care.Join us for a Direct Funding Information Session and learn how to take charge of your supports...
04/13/2026

Take control of your care.

Join us for a Direct Funding Information Session and learn how to take charge of your supports and independence.

📅 April 16th 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM
📍 39 Brunelle North, Kapuskasing
Disability Resource Centre

✨ Learn how to:
✔️ Hire and manage your own support staff
✔️ Gain more independence and flexibility
✔️ Build a care plan that fits your life

📞 Call 705-335-8778
📧 veronique.tremblay@drcil.ca

Visit ➡️ www.dfontario.ca

Friendly Reminder 🌿Closed Friday & Monday — back Tuesday!🚌 KABS Accessible Bus• No service Friday, April 3• Back Saturda...
04/02/2026

Friendly Reminder 🌿

Closed Friday & Monday — back Tuesday!

🚌 KABS Accessible Bus
• No service Friday, April 3
• Back Saturday, April 4
• Running Monday, April 6 as usual

✨ Enjoy the long weekend and safe travels!



Rappel amical 🌿

Fermé vendredi et lundi — de retour mardi!

🚌 Transport adapté KABS
• Pas de service vendredi 3 avril
• De retour samedi 4 avril
• Horaire normal lundi 6 avril

✨ Bon long week-end et soyez prudents dans vos déplacements.

Imagine having the freedom to choose your own care, your own schedule, your own support system. That’s what Direct Fundi...
04/01/2026

Imagine having the freedom to choose your own care, your own schedule, your own support system. That’s what Direct Funding is all about.
https://www.dfontario.ca/application/

🌸 April Calendar at the Centre 🌸Hours: Monday to Friday | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.⸻🚪 ClosuresApril 3 & April 6 – ClosedReop...
03/30/2026

🌸 April Calendar at the Centre 🌸

Hours: Monday to Friday | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.



🚪 Closures
April 3 & April 6 – Closed
Reopening April 7



🚌 Accessible Transportation (KABS)
Service will not be running April 3
✔ Resumes April 4
✔ Regular hours continue April 6



🌟 Member Spotlight

One of our members is hosting a special activity:
🗓 April 7 | 6:00 p.m.

✨ Please see the comments below for full details.



🌿 Wednesdays

🧘‍♀️ April 8 | 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Meditation

💛 April 22 | 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Wellness Coaching Hour
Each session may include:
• Mindfulness & grounding techniques
• Stress management tips
• Breathing exercises
• Building healthy routines
• Emotional awareness & check-ins
• Simple tools for daily well-being

☕ Every Wednesday | 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Drop-In Social (no registration)
• Games, puzzles & coloring
• Bring a project you’re working on
• Make new connections
• Share experiences
• Free tea & coffee



📌 Special Session

🗂 April 16 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Direct Funding Information Session



🎨 Art Therapy Group

Ongoing pre-booked group (currently full)



🌼 Drop in for services like weaving, faxing, and copying, or simply come in for connection.

✨ We look forward to rolling with the changes together this April.

🌸 Avril au Centre 🌸

Heures : du lundi au vendredi | 9 h à 16 h



🚪 Fermetures
3 et 6 avril – Fermé
Réouverture le 7 avril



🚌 Transport adapté (KABS)
Le service ne sera pas disponible le 3 avril
✔ Reprend le 4 avril
✔ Horaire régulier le 6 avril



🌟 Membre en vedette

Un de nos membres vous propose une activité :
🗓 7 avril | 18 h

✨ Voir les commentaires pour tous les détails.



🌿 Les mercredis

🧘‍♀️ 8 avril | 10 h à 11 h
Méditation

💛 22 avril | 10 h à 11 h
Heure coaching bien-être
Chaque rencontre peut inclure :
• Techniques de pleine conscience et d’ancrage
• Trucs pour gérer le stress
• Exercices de respiration
• Créer des routines saines
• Prendre un moment pour soi et se recentrer
• Outils simples pour le bien-être au quotidien

☕ Chaque mercredi | 13 h à 15 h
Social libre (sans inscription)
• Jeux, casse-têtes et coloriage
• Apporte ton projet en cours
• Crée de nouvelles connexions
• Partage et échanges
• Thé et café gratuits



📌 Session spéciale

🗂 16 avril | 13 h à 14 h
Séance d’information – financement direct



🎨 Groupe d’art-thérapie

Groupe déjà complet (sur inscription)



🌼 Passe nous voir pour le tissage, le fax, les copies ou simplement pour jaser.

✨ On a hâte de rouler avec les changements ensemble ce mois d’avril.

Good morning ☀️Imagine having the freedom to choose your own care…your own schedule…your own support system.That’s what ...
03/24/2026

Good morning ☀️

Imagine having the freedom to choose your own care…
your own schedule…
your own support system.

That’s what Direct Funding is all about.

Come connect, learn, and explore what’s possible for YOU.

📅 May 21, 2026
📍 Timmins – Collège Boréal
⏰ 2 PM or 6 PM

Let’s build independence together.

📞 705-335-8778
📧 veronique.tremblay@drcil.ca

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03/24/2026
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03/20/2026

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03/17/2026

Good morning! ☀️

Please note that there will be no meditation session this Friday.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to resuming soon.
Wishing you a peaceful and positive day.

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Bonjour! ☀️

Veuillez noter qu’il n’y aura pas de séance de méditation ce vendredi.

Merci de votre compréhension et au plaisir de vous retrouver bientôt.
Nous vous souhaitons une belle journée remplie de douceur.

Register now. 👌🏻
03/12/2026

Register now. 👌🏻

03/09/2026

Bonjour à tous,

Veuillez noter que le cours de yoga d’aujourd’hui est annulé.

Merci de votre compréhension et nous avons hâte de vous retrouver lors de la prochaine séance. 🧘‍♀️

Passez une belle journée!

⭐️⭐️⭐️

Good morning everyone,

Please note that today’s yoga class is cancelled.

Thank you for your understanding and we look forward to seeing you at the next session. 🧘‍♀️

Have a wonderful day!

Address

39 Brunelle Road North
Kapuskasing, ON
P5N2M1

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+17053358778

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