John McGivney Children's Centre

05/09/2026

Congratulations to our CEO, Jenn Jovanovski, on receiving an Alumni of Distinction Award from St. Clair College last night! 🎉

In her heartfelt acceptance speech, Jenn reflected on how her journey began at St. Clair College and how experiences throughout her career ultimately led her to John McGivney Children’s Centre, where she now has “the incredible privilege” of serving as CEO. She spoke about how leadership is truly about “service… showing up, listening, and helping others reach their potential.”

Jenn also shared how deeply JMCC’s mission resonates with her, noting that every child deserves “the chance to start somewhere full of hope, and to go as far as their potential can take them.”

We are incredibly proud of Jenn and grateful for her compassionate leadership, dedication, and commitment to children, youth, and families across our community. Congratulations on this well-deserved honour! 💙

St. Clair Alumni Association

05/08/2026

What an incredible initiative! Learning water safety skills can be life-changing, and programs like this help create more opportunities for children and youth with disabilities to build confidence, independence, and safety in and around the water.

Thank you to Kind Minds and iCanShine for bringing Canada’s first iCanSwim Camp to our community this summer. Wishing everyone involved a successful and impactful week at the pool! 🏊

NEW PROGRAM 📣 We are excited to announce that we will be hosting a new program this summer, in partnership with iCanShine.

Canada’s first ever iCanSwim Camp will be held 20-24 July at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre (WIATC) for individuals with intellectual and/or physical disabilities.

For children with autism, they are 160x more likely to die from drowning than the general population of pediatric. It is the leading cause of death for kids with autism, with 91% of wandering fatalities caused by drowning.

This life saving skill is so valuable and if you want to join us in improving 30 individuals with special needs water safety skills, use the links in our bio to register or apply.

Volunteers can earn up to 40 community service hours during the camp. If you are interested in sponsoring this camp please reach out at kindminds20@gmail.com

Stay Kind ❤️🧠

05/08/2026

🎓✨ Planning for Success: Preparing Now for the Future ✨🎓

Are you a high school student (or supporting one) and starting to think about life after graduation? Join us for an informative and welcoming evening focused on transition planning for adulthood 💡

📍 Location: École secondaire catholique E.J. Lajeunesse
📌 600 E.C. Row Avenue West, Windsor, ON
📅 Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Drop in anytime!)

💬 Connect with local organizations, community partners, and service providers who support young people with developmental disabilities as they transition to adult life.

🔎 Explore topics like:
✔️ Employment supports
✔️ Continuing education
✔️ Volunteer opportunities
✔️ Income & funding
✔️ Independent living supports
✔️ Community services

🙌 This is a great opportunity for students, families, caregivers, and educators to gather information, ask questions, and plan ahead with confidence.

🚶‍♀️ No registration needed — just drop in!

Family Respite Services is proud to be part of this important event 💙 We hope to see you there!

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05/07/2026

St. Clair College is inviting the community to come together in recognition of Moose Hide Campaign Day for a Walk to End Violence.

This meaningful event is an opportunity to stand in solidarity, raise awareness, and support the ongoing commitment to ending violence against women, children, and all those affected.

Event Details
📅 Date: Thursday, May 14
⏰ Time: 12:00 noon
📍 Location: South Campus Pond
👥 Who: All are welcome

05/07/2026

🏀 The Titan Athletic Club is hosting their annual Special Titans Basketball Camp

This one-day clinic is designed for individuals age 10+ with learning disabilities to learn and develop basketball skills in a fun, welcoming environment. Current and former University of Detroit Mercy men’s and women’s basketball players will be volunteering throughout the day, and all abilities are welcome.

📅 Wednesday, June 24, 2026
📍 University of Detroit Mercy – Calihan Hall
⏰ 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

For more information and to register, visit: https://detroittitans.com/sports/2024/4/12/2024-special-needs-basketball-camp.aspx

05/06/2026

Today is McHappy Day 💛

Our CEO Jenn is showing her support for McHappy Day and the incredible impact it has for children and families across Canada through Ronald McDonald House Charities and other local children’s charities.

At JMCC, we know how important it is for families to have support when they need it most. Join us in supporting this meaningful day by visiting your local McDonald’s and helping make a difference for children and families in our communities. 🍟✨

05/06/2026

Representatives from JMCC had the pleasure of attending the annual Women United Celebrating Women Who Inspire Us Luncheon today.

It was a wonderful afternoon celebrating leadership, community, connection, and the many individuals making a positive impact across Windsor-Essex. The event also served as an inspiring reminder of the power of coming together to support local initiatives and encouraged attendees to learn more about and get involved with Women United programs in our community.

Thank you to United Way Windsor-Essex for hosting such a meaningful and inspiring event.

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05/01/2026

👟💙 Join Us for the Walk for Muscular Dystrophy!

We’re proud to be participating in the Walk for Muscular Dystrophy in support of Muscular Dystrophy Canada, and we’d love for our Windsor-Essex community to join us!

This national event brings people together to raise funds and awareness for individuals and families living with neuromuscular disorders. Every step taken and every dollar raised helps fund research, support services, and vital programs across Canada.

💙 How you can get involved:
✔️ Join our team and walk with us
✔️ Make a donation to support the cause
✔️ Share and help spread the word

Together, we can make a meaningful difference for families in our community and beyond.

👉 Join our team or donate here: https://muscle.akaraisin.com/ui/WalkRollMDC26/t/620ec0fe57a142b89ddfab4ea52719a1

Let’s come together, Windsor-Essex, and show our support 💙

05/01/2026

This is such a meaningful step forward for families across our region. At the John McGivney Children’s Centre, we see firsthand how travel can add stress to already complex care journeys, so reducing that burden makes a real difference.

Kudos to Children’s Health Foundation and VIA Rail Canada for coming together to support families in such a practical, compassionate way. Initiatives like this truly help ensure children can access the specialized care they need, when they need it. 💛

04/30/2026

We were pleased to welcome community partners to the John McGivney Children’s Centre today for a tour and conversation about future collaboration.

Thank you to Michael Silvaggi, President of St. Clair College, and Dora Cavallo-Medved, Associate Dean in the Faculty of Science at the University of Windsor and Director of WE-Spark Health Institute for taking the time to connect with our team and learn more about the work happening at JMCC.

Building on our existing partnerships with both St. Clair College and the University of Windsor, we explored opportunities to further collaborate on research, student placements, and innovative approaches to care, strengthening connections that support children and families across Windsor-Essex.

Partnerships like these help us continue helping abilities grow.

04/30/2026

Smiles all around 😊🍪

Our JMCC team had a great time rolling up their sleeves to support the Smile Cookie campaign, decorating cookies, sharing some laughs, and giving back to our community.

This campaign is such a sweet way to make a difference, with proceeds supporting important local causes. We’re proud to be part of something that brings people together and helps support children and families across Windsor-Essex.

Huge thanks to everyone who volunteered their time and to everyone who grabs a Smile Cookie this week. Every cookie counts 💙