A Team

01/22/2025

The ATEAM was thrilled to accept a generous donation from Durham College's DSW students and the Spread the Word Committee.

We are excited to continue our collaboration with Durham College in 2025!

12/03/2024

December 3rd is International Day of people with disabilities.

CLDN’S self-advocate group: The ATEAM works hard to educate community members that people with disabilities are entitled to a full and enriched life.

This includes access to education, employment, healthcare, and community activities.

The ATEAM works to break down barriers faced by individuals with disabilities. These barriers often come from preconceived ideas and assumptions about their abilities and potential to succeed.
By challenging stereotypes and misinformation, ATEAM is building a more inclusive and equitable community where everyone belongs.

Please click the link below as we celebrate International day of persons with disabilities on December 3rd.

The International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) is observed annually on December 3rd. The theme for this year is "Amplifying the leadership of persons with disabilities for an inclusive and sustainable future." This theme recognizes the important role that persons with disabilities play in...

10/29/2024

ATEAM executive members Niko Pupella and Amber Taylor has been working hard on their self-advocate roles within Community Living Ontario.
Newly Elected CLO President Amber, alongside Vice President Niko, recently had the pleasure of meeting with Minister Michael Parsa while at Queens Park. The pair demonstrated their passion to advocate while taking part in Kerry’s Place Advocacy day at the Legislature.

The ATEAM Executive is also proud to announce the addition of our member William Hulme to the CLO Youth Advisory Board.
We look forward to seeing what great advocacy and inclusion skills the Youth Advisory Board brings forth this year.

10/14/2024

Introducing our new ATEAM Executive!

Niko Pupella –President
Amber Taylor- Vice President
Nicky Jones- Treasurer/Secretary
Candace Castle- Rights Review Representative
Reanna Lucas- Board of Directors Rep
William Hulme - Social Community Connector

Welcome everybody to the group! Thank you to those that are returning and to Sam Hillis and Tony Lofti for their contributions in their positions for the last three years! Looking forward to working with you all this coming year. Looking forward to collaborating and working on important advocacy work in the next year!

10/02/2024

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05/24/2024

Our own President and Self Advocate!

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📺 Tune in! On Monday, May 27 at 8:00 p.m. ET, our CEO Chris Beesley and Council Treasurer Niko Pupella will be on TVO's The Agenda. They’ll discuss campaign and why the province's budget isn't meeting the needs of the developmental services sector.

Joining them are Monique Taylor, NDP MPP for Hamilton Mountain and Critic for the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services, and Susan Silma, a dedicated sibling and volunteer with Community Living Toronto. Don’t miss it!

05/10/2024

Next Webinar taking place on May 23rd. See flyer and link below to register!

https://communitylivingontario.cmail19.com/t/r-l-tdliyuut-btktkhyihh-g/

05/08/2024

Today our self advocates were at the Day at Legislature! We are advocating for adequate funding & sustainable solutions to address the challenges faced by individuals with developmental disabilities.

05/03/2024

Information sharing about a webinar for self advocacy on May 10th. See the link to register!

On May 10, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ET, Community Living Ontario (CLO) will be hosting an online forum to discuss self-advocacy and the work of the Council of CLO.

This webinar is for executive directors, managers, and staff from CLO’s member organizations who either support self-advocacy groups or are interested in exploring this option. Professionals or volunteers in a supportive role are also encouraged to register.

Register here: bit.ly/self-advocacy-for-members

04/08/2024

Thanks for everyone's contributions to our can collecting initiative! Pictures of the winners below!