Ontario Community Support Association

08/08/2025

We’re almost full! Just 3 booths left for the CommunityConnect 2025 Tradeshow.

What makes this event worth it?
✔️ Face time with over 400 decision-makers
✔️ Great energy and engagement
✔️ A smooth, well-supported experience from start to finish

Exhibitors return year after year for a reason. Don’t miss your chance to be part of it.

Details here: https://loom.ly/5JITBWQ

08/06/2025

We’re proud to highlight the incredible work our members are doing to support people and strengthen communities across Ontario!

Helping Hands is hosting monthly summer BBQs to recognize and celebrate their dedicated team

Ancaster Community Services released its 2024–2025 Impact Report, showing record growth in community support and food distribution

These highlights are just a glimpse of the care, leadership, and impact our members are making every day. Click through the posters below to learn more and show your support!

07/31/2025

Early Bird pricing ENDS TODAY!

Time is running out to grab your ticket at the lowest price. Be part of this conference where Ontario’s healthcare leaders come to connect, share bold ideas, and shape what’s next.

Register before the day is done: https://loom.ly/HP-lwe0

07/30/2025

Early Bird pricing ENDS TOMORROW!

What makes stand out? For this attendee, it is the sense of community and the chance to connect with others doing similar work. She values the opportunity to share ideas, build relationships, and learn from peers across the sector.

This conference brings Ontario’s home and community care professionals and others across the health sector together to grow, collaborate, and lead.

Register by July 31 to save your spot: https://loom.ly/HP-lwe0

07/29/2025

She doesn’t miss ! Once you hear why, you won’t want too either.

Only TWO DAYS left to save with Early Bird pricing!

From game-changing keynote speakers to energizing panel sessions and face-to-face networking, this conference is where Ontario’s healthcare sector shows up to learn and lead.

Early Bird pricing ends July 31! Get your ticket today: https://loom.ly/HP-lwe0

07/28/2025

Time is running out to save on your ticket!

Here are two big reasons to buy early:
1. Savings – Pay less with Early Bird pricing
2. Sold Out – Last year’s conference reached full capacity

Early Bird pricing ends July 31. Get your ticket today and secure your spot!

Register here: https://loom.ly/HP-lwe0

07/25/2025

There’s just one week left to save on your ticket!

Early Bird pricing ends July 31. Join us for engaging workshops, inspiring keynote speakers, a vibrant tradeshow, and meaningful connections with leaders from across Ontario’s healthcare sector.

Secure your spot before it’s too late. Register now: https://loom.ly/HP-lwe0

07/23/2025

We’re shining a light on some of the amazing work being led by OCSA members across Ontario!

ICAN CERD is uplifting disability pride and celebrating it this July.

Independent Living Waterloo Region raised nearly $90,000 to support accessible equipment through their biggest golf tournament yet.

McCormick Care Group explored Emotional Intelligence and the power of human connection with their team.

WoodGreen Community Services is amplifying seniors’ voices through the Students of Aging Podcast.
🎧 Give it a listen: https://bit.ly/m/StudentsofAgingPodcast

These are just a few of the inspiring ways our members are bringing care to life across Ontario.

07/09/2025

We’re proud to share some of the incredible ways our members have been making an impact across Ontario!

Here’s what happened over the past two weeks:

- Community & Home Assistance to Seniors (CHATS) is opening York Region’s first overnight Residential Respite Dementia Care Centre, offering essential support to people living with dementia and their caregivers. Read more: https://loom.ly/ax5Q3Ys

- Alzheimer Society of Durham Region and Trent University Durham GTA are connecting students with people living with dementia through intergenerational programming. Read more: https://loom.ly/OFc1QGw

- March Of Dimes Canada hosted a free webinar to support stroke education and self-management. Read more: https://loom.ly/j7BNFr0

This is just a glimpse of the compassion and commitment our members bring to home and community care every day!

Every day, thousands of unpaid caregivers across York Region and South Simcoe dedicate their time, energy, and love to support aging parents, spouses, and loved ones living with complex health…

07/08/2025

🎤We're excited to announce our Day 2 keynote for 2025!

Vinod Rajasekaran, CEO & Editor-in-Chief of Future of Good and Executive-in-Residence at SE Health, will take the stage with: From 'What is' to 'What if': What if Community Care wasn't defined by limitations, but by imagination, innovation, and possibility?

This powerful session is sponsored by SE Health. Save your seat now - this is a conversation not to be missed ➡️ https://loom.ly/HP-lwe0

07/01/2025

Happy Canada Day from OCSA!

This year we are celebrating the incredible people who care for Canada every day. We are happy to highlight the SE Health Caring is Canadian campaign and the meaningful way it honors the dedication and commitment of care providers.

Thank you to all care providers across Canada for the vital role you play in our communities.

Check out the full campaign and join in: https://loom.ly/oiiGG6A

For over 115 years, SE Health has been caring for Canadians in homes, hospitals, and communities across the country. To show our love for Canada, and the incredible people who care for it, we’re proud to introduce our “Caring is Canadian” lawn signs. These signs celebrate our amazing staff and...

06/30/2025

Join us in welcoming Lori Holloway as the new CEO of OCSA, effective today, June 30th!

Lori is a passionate and dynamic leader with a strong background in community health, home care, and housing supports. Her work has always focused on local solutions that meet real needs and improve access to care.

We’re thrilled to welcome Lori to OCSA and excited for the path ahead.