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This section has been created to mirror the supports I provide for Ontario families, but with a focus on individual regions. While This Way Forward was written in Ontario, the challenges, stories, and practical needs of adults with disabilities are the same across the country. Below you’ll find tabs containing a list of programs and services available throughout each province— from crisis behaviour supports to life skills training, mental health care, employment programs, and community inclusion.
Each resource includes a short description and a direct website link so you can easily explore what’s available in your region.
LOWER MAINLAND / METRO VANCOUVER & NEARBY
Pivot Point Family Growth Centre
Support for adults with autism and diverse abilities. Pivot Point’s Adult Services program helps people 19+ build life and social skills, prepare for jobs, and increase community inclusion. Services are available one-on-one or in small groups, and many are funded through CLBC (PSI, PSSL).
Website: https://pivotpoint.ca/our-services/adult-services/(https://pivotpoint.ca/our-services/adult-services/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
Community Living BC (CLBC)
A provincial crown agency that funds supports for adults with developmental disabilities, autism, or FASD who need help with daily living. Supports include day programs, residential options, behaviour support, and life skills training.
Website: https://www.communitylivingbc.ca/(https://www.communitylivingbc.ca/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA)
Based in Vancouver and Richmond, DDA offers adult day programs, respite, residential group homes, supported apartments, employment supports, and outreach/life skills programs.
Website: https://www.develop.bc.ca/programs/adult-services/(https://www.develop.bc.ca/programs/adult-services/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
VANCOUVER ISLAND
Island Health - Developmental Disability Mental Health Team
Supports adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities who also face mental health or behavioural challenges. Services include assessment, treatment planning, coordination with community supports, psychiatric and nursing input.
Website: https://www.islandhealth.ca/our-services/mental-health-substance-use-services/community-based-services/team-based-care-recovery-services/developmental-disability-mental-health-team(https://www.islandhealth.ca/our-services/mental-health-substance-use-services/community-based-services/team-based-care-recovery-services/developmental-disability-mental-health-team?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
Community Living Victoria (CLV)
One of the largest non-profits in the Capital Region, CLV provides residential services, employment programs, and community inclusion supports for adults with developmental disabilities.
Website: https://www.communitylivingvictoria.ca/(https://www.communitylivingvictoria.ca/)
Together Against Poverty Society (TAPS)
Provides free legal advocacy for people with disabilities, income assistance recipients, and tenants in the Greater Victoria region.
Website: https://www.tapsbc.ca/(https://www.tapsbc.ca/)
INTERIOR BC
Interior Health – Health Services for Community Living (HSCL)
Provides assessment, planning, and support for adults with developmental disabilities in the Interior region. Works closely with CLBC to coordinate services for families and caregivers.
Website: https://www.interiorhealth.ca/services/health-services-for-community-living(https://www.interiorhealth.ca/services/health-services-for-community-living?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
Communitas Supportive Care - Community Living Life Skills Program (Fraser Valley & Interior reach)
Life skills training for adults who live with family or independently. Offers one-on-one and group supports to build personal, domestic, and community skills while fostering social networks.
Website: https://www.communitascare.com/service/community-living-program-life-skills/(https://www.communitascare.com/service/community-living-program-life-skills/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
Mission Association for Community Living (MACL)
Provides community inclusion, life skills programs, employment readiness, and supported living for adults with intellectual disabilities in the Mission/Fraser Valley area.
Website: https://missionacl.org/our-services/adult/(https://missionacl.org/our-services/adult/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
Kelowna & West Kelowna Community Health Centres (Interior Health)
Community-based programs offering developmental disability supports, HSCL services, and mental health care for adults and families in the Central Okanagan region.
Website: https://www.interiorhealth.ca(https://www.interiorhealth.ca/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
Vernon Community Mental Health & Developmental Services (Interior Health)
Supports adults with developmental disabilities through mental health services, counselling, and coordination with CLBC and community resources.
Website: https://www.interiorhealth.ca(https://www.interiorhealth.ca/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
NORTHERN BC
AiMHi – Life Skills Training (Prince George)
Supports adults 19+ with developmental disabilities in Prince George. Offers individualized training in communication, budgeting, transportation, home safety, and community inclusion.
Website: https://aimhi.ca/how-we-help/life-skills-training/(https://aimhi.ca/how-we-help/life-skills-training/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
Axis Family Resources – Community Living Services (multiple northern/interior communities)
Provides outreach, life skills, employment support, crisis response, and daily living assistance for adults with developmental disabilities living independently or with family.
Website: https://axis.bc.ca/services/community-living-services/(https://axis.bc.ca/services/community-living-services/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
Intellectual Disabilities Society (IDSBC) – Life Skills Program
Supports adults with intellectual disabilities who live at home or independently. Services focus on self-sufficiency skills like cooking, financial management, shopping, and community safety.
Website: https://idsbc.org/services-ids/life-skills/(https://idsbc.org/services-ids/life-skills/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
Northern Health – Prince George Programs
Provides HSCL, developmental disability, and mental health services across Northern BC, including specialized supports for adults and families.
Website: https://www.northernhealth.ca(https://www.northernhealth.ca/)
REGIONAL RESOURCES
Foundry Abbotsford
Offers youth and young adult services (ages 12–24) including mental health care, substance use support, primary health, and social services all in one accessible location.
Website: https://foundrybc.ca/abbotsford(https://foundrybc.ca/abbotsford)
Abbotsford ACCESS Network
Connects individuals and families with developmental disabilities to community, social, and health supports throughout Abbotsford.
Website: https://www.abbotsfordcommunityservices.com(https://www.abbotsfordcommunityservices.com/)
BC211
A free, confidential information and referral service available 24/7 by phone, text, or online, connecting people to social and community services across BC.
Website: https://bc211.ca(https://bc211.ca/)
Developmental Disabilities Mental Health Services (DDMHS)
DDMHS provides specialized mental health care for children, youth, and adults with both intellectual/developmental disabilities and mental health needs. Services vary by region but may include psychiatric consultation, behavioural supports, counselling, and case management. Referrals usually come through a doctor or community agency such as CLBC.
• Fraser Health: www.fraserhealth.ca/health-topics-a-to-z/developmental-disabilities-mental-health-services(http://www.fraserhealth.ca/health-topics-a-to-z/developmental-disabilities-mental-health-services)
• Vancouver Coastal Health: www.vch.ca/en/service/developmental-disabilities-mental-health-services(http://www.vch.ca/en/service/developmental-disabilities-mental-health-services)
• Island Health: www.islandhealth.ca/our-services/mental-health-substance-use-services/community-based-services/team-based-care-recovery-services/developmental-disability-mental-health-team(http://www.islandhealth.ca/our-services/mental-health-substance-use-services/community-based-services/team-based-care-recovery-services/developmental-disability-mental-health-team)
• Interior Health (brochure PDF): www.interiorhealth.ca/sites/default/files/2021-11/Developmental%20Disability%20Mental%20Health%20Services%20Brochure.pdf(http://www.interiorhealth.ca/sites/default/files/2021-11/Developmental%20Disability%20Mental%20Health%20Services%20Brochure.pdf)
PROVINCE WIDE / TRANSITION SERVICES
Services to Adults with Developmental Disabilities (STADD – CLBC)
Supports youth (16–24) with developmental disabilities who are transitioning into adulthood. Provides navigator support, transition planning, and connections to CLBC services in communities across BC.
Website: https://www.communitylivingbc.ca/what-support-is-available/preparing-access-clbc-supports/services-to-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-stadd/(https://www.communitylivingbc.ca/what-support-is-available/preparing-access-clbc-supports/services-to-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-stadd/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
Persons with Disabilities (PWD) Benefit
The PWD benefit provides monthly financial assistance and extended health supports to eligible British Columbians with significant and persistent disabilities. Supports may include income assistance, medical coverage, dental and optical benefits, and transportation or other supplements.
This list is not exhaustive, and services may change or expand over time. It’s meant as a starting point to connect adults with disabilities and their families to supports across British Columbia. For the most current and region-specific information, you may also wish to contact Community Living BC (CLBC) directly, as they can guide you to local programs and funding options.
CALGARY & AREA
Developmental Disabilities Resource Centre of Calgary (DDRC) - Calgary
Non-profit dedicated to including people with developmental disabilities in community life. Provides community-based day programs, education and employment supports, integrated living and supported independent living, comprehensive home care/respite, and transition supports for young adults.
Website: https://www.ddrc.ca (https://www.ddrc.ca)
Vecova - Centre for Disability Services and Research - Calgary & Area
Canadian charity offering living supports, employment services, mental health counselling, recreation and wellness programs for people with disabilities. Services include group living and supported independent living, employment preparation and on-the-job support, and community access/wellness programs.
Website: https://vecova.ca (https://vecova.ca)
Calgary Alternative Support Services (CASS) - Calgary
Community agency that supports adults (18+) with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges to live, work, and participate in community. Programs include community-based day options, residential services (staffed homes, supported independent living), and other PDD-funded supports focused on independent living and community inclusion.
Website: https://www.c-a-s-s.org (https://www.c-a-s-s.org)
Calgary SCOPE Society - Calgary
Provides lifespan supports for people with developmental disabilities, with a strong focus on adults. Services include community support programs, dual diagnosis/mental health support teams, counselling for PDD-funded adults, social-skills groups, and specialized supports for adults who are deafblind or have complex needs.
Website: https://www.calgaryscope.org (https://www.calgaryscope.org)
EDMONTON & AREA
SKILLS Society - Edmonton
Community organization supporting adults with developmental disabilities to live in the community, build relationships, and contribute through work, volunteering, and recreation. Services include supported living, community support, and creative, person-centred inclusion projects in the Edmonton region.
Website: https://skillssociety.ca (https://skillssociety.ca)
Winnifred Stewart Association - Edmonton
Non-profit that provides residential supports, community access programs, employment services, and family supports for adults with developmental disabilities in Edmonton and area. Focuses on inclusion, independence, and meaningful participation in community life.
Website: https://www.winnifredstewart.com (https://www.winnifredstewart.com)
Robin Hood Association - Sherwood Park & Surrounding Communities
Offers community and home living supports, employment and day programs, and community access services for children and adults with developmental disabilities, primarily in Strathcona County and nearby communities.
Website: https://www.robinhoodassociation.com (https://www.robinhoodassociation.com)
Catholic Social Services - Disability Service / Community Outreach & Disability Service - Edmonton & Central Alberta
Provides group living, supported independent living, community access, and outreach supports for adults with developmental disabilities. Services are typically funded through PDD and are available in Edmonton and several central Alberta communities.
Website: https://www.cssalberta.ca (https://www.cssalberta.ca)
Gateway Association - Family & Employment Resource Centre - Edmonton & Calgary (Provincial Reach)
Family-founded resource centre that provides inclusive employment supports for job seekers with disabilities and an Employment Resource Centre for employers. Also offers a Family Resource Centre that supports families of people with disabilities with planning, education, and navigation of funding and community resources.
Website: https://gatewayassociation.ca (https://gatewayassociation.ca)
CENTRAL & NORTHERN ALBERTA
Blue Heron Support Services Association - Barrhead & Region
Provides residential, community inclusion, and employment supports to adults with developmental disabilities in north-central Alberta. Focus is on individualized supports, community participation, and person-centred planning.
Website: https://www.blueheronss.com (https://www.blueheronss.com)
High Prairie Association for Community Living - High Prairie & Area
Community-based organization offering residential supports, day and community inclusion programs, and employment opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities in the High Prairie region.
Website: https://hpacl.ca (https://hpacl.ca)
Fort McMurray Association for Community Living - Wood Buffalo Region
Supports adults with developmental disabilities through community living, employment and day services in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (Fort McMurray and area).
Website: https://fmacl.org (https://fmacl.org)
Developmental Disabilities Mental Health - Community Support Teams (AHS Complex Needs Initiative) - Province-wide, with Northern Teams
Alberta Health Services operates Community Support Teams that work with adults who have both an intellectual/developmental disability and a significant mental health concern. Teams provide specialized assessment, behaviour and mental health supports, and consultation in collaboration with PDD and community agencies across regions, including northern Alberta.
More info: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca (https://www.albertahealthservices.ca)
(search “Complex Needs Initiative” or “Community Support Teams”)
SOUTHERN ALBERTA
Inclusion Lethbridge (formerly Lethbridge Association for Community Living) - Lethbridge & Area
Family-based association promoting inclusion for people with developmental disabilities in Lethbridge and surrounding communities. Provides advocacy, family support, and community inclusion initiatives, and works closely with Inclusion Alberta on inclusive education, community living, and employment opportunities.
Website: https://inclusionlethbridge.ca (https://inclusionlethbridge.ca)
Lethbridge Family Services - DaCapo Disability Services - Lethbridge
Offers community-based disability services including employment supports, community access/day programs, and living supports for adults with developmental disabilities in the Lethbridge region.
Website: https://www.lfsfamily.ca (https://www.lfsfamily.ca)
PROVINCIAL / FUNDING / TRANSITION & INFORMATION
Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) Program - Province-Wide
Government of Alberta program that provides funding for services to help eligible adults (18+) with developmental disabilities live, work, and be included in their communities. Supports may include community living, employment supports, community access/day programs, respite, and specialized services delivered through contracted agencies or family-managed supports.
Info & how to apply: https://www.alberta.ca/persons-with-developmental-disabilities-pdd (https://www.alberta.ca/persons-with-developmental-disabilities-pdd)
Inclusion Alberta - Province-Wide Family Advocacy & Inclusion Supports
Family-based non-profit federation that advocates with and for children and adults with intellectual disabilities and their families across Alberta. Supports can include individual and family advocacy (housing, funding, education), inclusive employment, inclusive post-secondary education partnerships with colleges and universities, and resource centres for family-managed supports.
Website: https://inclusionalberta.org (https://inclusionalberta.org)
Inclusive Post-Secondary Education (IPSE) - Multiple Colleges & Universities in Alberta
Through partnerships between Inclusion Alberta and post-secondary institutions, adults with intellectual disabilities can attend regular college or university programs with individualized supports for coursework, campus life, and employment preparation. Alberta has one of the highest numbers of inclusive post-secondary sites in the world.
Overview: https://inclusionalberta.org/what-we-do/inclusive-post-secondary (https://inclusionalberta.org/what-we-do/inclusive-post-secondary)
Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) - Province-Wide
Income-support program that provides financial and health benefits for eligible adult Albertans with a permanent medical condition that severely limits their ability to earn a living. AISH can help with basic living costs and includes certain health, dental, and optical benefits.
Info & eligibility: https://www.alberta.ca/aish (https://www.alberta.ca/aish)
211 Alberta - Province-Wide Information & Referral
Free, confidential service (phone, text, and online) that connects people to community, social, and health services across Alberta, including disability supports, housing, income assistance, and mental health resources. Available 24/7.
Website: https://ab.211.ca (https://ab.211.ca)
Developmental Disabilities Mental Health - Arnika Centre & Complex Needs Initiative - Province-Wide (AHS)
The Arnika Centre (Calgary Zone) provides psychiatric assessment and consultation for adults and older teens with intellectual disabilities who also have mental health concerns or significant behavioural challenges. Province-wide “Complex Needs” services coordinate supports for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities and serious mental health/behavioural needs through specialized teams and cross-ministry collaboration.
Info:
• Arnika Centre: search “Developmental Disabilities Mental Health – Arnika Centre” on the AHS site
• Complex Needs Initiative: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca (https://www.albertahealthservices.ca)(search “Complex Needs Initiative”)
This list is not exhaustive, and services may change over time. It’s meant as a starting point to connect adults with developmental disabilities and their families to supports across Alberta. For the most current, local information, families can also contact 211 Alberta, PDD Disability Services offices, or Inclusion Alberta for guidance.
PROVINCE-WIDE / GOVERNMENT-FUNDED SUPPORTS
Saskatchewan Assured Income for Disability (SAID)
Income support program for adults with significant and enduring disabilities. Provides monthly financial benefits, housing allowances, and supplementary health benefits for eligible
individuals.
Website: https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/family-and-social-support/supplementary-(https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/family-and-social-support/supplementary- health-benefits/saskatchewan-assured-income-for-disability-program-said)
health-benefits/saskatchewan-assured-income-for-disability-program-said(https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/family-and-social-support/supplementary- health-benefits/saskatchewan-assured-income-for-disability-program-said)
Community Living Service Delivery (CLSD) - Ministry of Social Services (Province-Wide)
CLSD coordinates and funds supports for adults with intellectual disabilities across
Saskatchewan. Services may include community living supports, day programs, supported
employment, behavioural supports, and family-managed funding options delivered through
approved community agencies.
Website: https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/family-and-social-support/people-with-(https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/family-and-social-support/people-with- disabilities/community-living-service-delivery)
disabilities/community-living-service-delivery(https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/family-and-social-support/people-with- disabilities/community-living-service-delivery)
SaskAbilities – Province-Wide
One of the largest disability service organizations in Saskatchewan. Offers employment support, day programs, recreation, life skills training, adaptive technology, and community inclusion services for adults with disabilities. Locations include Saskatoon, Regina, Swift Current, Prince Albert, Moose Jaw, Yorkton, and others.
Website: https://www.saskabilities.ca(https://www.saskabilities.ca)
SASKATOON & AREA
Saskatoon Community Living Association (SCLA)
Supports adults with intellectual disabilities through community-based residential services,
supported living, day programs, and individualized support plans for community inclusion.
Website: https://sclasaskatoon.ca(https://sclasaskatoon.ca)
Cosmo Industries (Cosmopolitan Industries) - Saskatoon
A major community-based program offering vocational training, supported work opportunities, life skills development, community inclusion activities, and specialized programs for adults with intellectual disabilities.
Website: https://cosmoindustries.com(https://cosmoindustries.com)
Inclusion Saskatoon (formerly Saskatoon Association for Community Living)
Provides advocacy, family supports, navigation of CLSD services, inclusive education guidance,and community events for individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families.
Website: https://www.inclusionsaskatoon.org(https://www.inclusionsaskatoon.org)
Light of the Prairies - Saskatoon
Provides supported independent living, group living, and community inclusion supports for
adults with developmental disabilities. Known for person-centred, relationship-based support
models.
Website: https://lightoftheprairies.ca(https://lightoftheprairies.ca)
REGINA & AREA
Creative Options Regina (COR)
Offers individualized supported living for adults with developmental disabilities, including 24-
hour and outreach models. Emphasizes mental health-informed supports, community inclusion, and relationship-building.
Website:-https://creativeoptionsregina.ca(https://creativeoptionsregina.ca)
Regina Community Living (RACL)
Provides community supports—including supported living, employment programs, and day
program options-for adults with intellectual disabilities. Also offers family advocacy and
community education.
Website: https://www.racl Regina.ca (https://www.racl Regina.ca)(NOTE: site occasionally redirects-accurate link:
https://www.raclregina.ca (https://www.raclregina.ca))
Cosmopolitan Learning Centre - Regina
A long-standing organization providing life skills development, vocational training, recreation,
and community inclusion for adults with intellectual disabilities.
Website: https://cosmoindustries.ca/regina/ (https://cosmoindustries.ca/regina/)(Regina-specific page)
CENTRAL / NORTHERN / REGIONAL SASKATCHEWAN
Inclusion Saskatchewan (Provincial) - Regional Family Support & Community Inclusion
Inclusion Saskatchewan (formerly Saskatchewan Association for Community Living) supports
families and adults across the province with advocacy, navigation of funding, community
inclusion planning, and connections to local programs.
Website: https://www.inclusionsk.com(https://www.inclusionsk.com)
Prince Albert Community Service Centre - Prince Albert & Surrounding Region
Offers a wide range of supports for adults with disabilities, including employment services,
independent living programs, community inclusion, transportation assistance, and outreach
supports.
Website: https://pacsc.ca(https://pacsc.ca)
Plus Industries - Melfort
Provides day programs, life skills development, supported employment, and community
inclusion opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities in the Melfort region.
Website: https://plusindustries.ca(https://plusindustries.ca)
Kinsmen Foundation (TeleMiracle) - Province-Wide Equipment & Accessibility Funding
Provides funding for specialized equipment, mobility devices, home accessibility modifications, and medical travel assistance for individuals with disabilities across Saskatchewan.
Website: https://telemiracle.com(https://telemiracle.com)
MENTAL HEALTH / COMPLEX NEEDS
Saskatchewan Health Authority - Mental Health & Addiction Services (Province-Wide)
Regional mental health teams across the province provide assessment, psychiatric support,
case management, behavioural consultation, and referrals for adults with intellectual or
developmental disabilities who experience additional mental health needs.
Website: https://www.saskhealthauthority.ca (https://www.saskhealthauthority.ca)(search “mental health services” by region)
TRANSITION SUPPORTS & EMPLOYMENT
Supported Employment Saskatchewan - Multiple Communities
A collaborative network of agencies offering inclusive employment, job coaching, and employer partnerships for adults with disabilities in Saskatoon, Regina, Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, and other regions.
Website: https://www.supportedemploymentsaskatchewan.com(https://www.supportedemploymentsaskatchewan.com)
Partners in Employment - Moose Jaw & Region
Provides supported employment, job coaching, career planning, and community connections
for adults with disabilities.
Website: https://www.piemj.ca(https://www.piemj.ca)
PROVINCE-WIDE INFORMATION & NAVIGATION
Inclusion Saskatchewan - Advocacy & Family Support
Provincial organization helping individuals and families navigate CLSD, income supports (SAID), education and employment options, and community inclusion.
Website: https://www.inclusionsk.com(https://www.inclusionsk.com)
211 Saskatchewan - Province-Wide Referral Service
A free information and referral service helping residents locate disability supports, housing,
mental health services, transportation help, income programs, and community-based resources across the province. Available by phone, text, or online.
Website: https://sk.211.ca(https://sk.211.ca)
PROVINCE-WIDE / TRANSITION SERVICES
Transition Planning - Community Living Service Delivery (CLSD)
CLSD supports young people with intellectual disabilities as they move from youth services into adulthood. Services may include planning, funding coordination, community living supports, and connections to employment or day programs.
Website: https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/family-and-social-support/people-with-(https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/family-and-social-support/people-with- disabilities/community-living-service-delivery)
disabilities/community-living-service-delivery(https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/family-and-social-support/people-with- disabilities/community-living-service-delivery)
This list is not exhaustive, and services may change or expand over time. It’s meant as a starting
point to connect adults with developmental disabilities and their families to supports across Saskatchewan. For the most current and region-specific information, you may also wish to
contact Community Living Service Delivery (CLSD), SaskAbilities, or 211 Saskatchewan, as they
can guide you to local programs and funding options.
PROVINCE-WIDE / GOVERNMENT-FUNDED SUPPORTS
Community Living disABILITY Services (CLDS) -Province-Wide
Manitoba’s primary support program for adults (18+) with intellectual disabilities. Provides
residential supports, day programs, supported employment, crisis services, and individual
planning through approved agencies.
Website: https://www.gov.mb.ca/fs/clds/(https://www.gov.mb.ca/fs/clds/)
Manitoba Supports for Persons with Disabilities (MPSD)
Provides income assistance, health benefits, and additional supports for adults with severe and prolonged disabilities.
Website: https://www.gov.mb.ca/fs/pwd/(https://www.gov.mb.ca/fs/pwd/)
Community Living Manitoba - Province-Wide
Advocacy and inclusion-focused federation supporting people with intellectual disabilities and their families. Works with 11 local branches to promote community living, inclusion, and family support.
Website: https://www.aclmb.ca(https://www.aclmb.ca)
Manitoba Possible (formerly Society for Manitobans with Disabilities) - Province-Wide
Provides programs for adults with disabilities across Manitoba, including employment
preparation, adaptive equipment, accessible recreation, and support services for adults and
families.
Website: https://www.manitobapossible.ca(https://www.manitobapossible.ca)
St. Amant - Province-Wide & Winnipeg Region
Large non-profit offering residential programs, community services, complex-needs support,
day programming, respite, and clinical services for adults and children with developmental
disabilities, autism, or acquired brain injury.
Website: https://stamant.ca(https://stamant.ca)
WINNIPEG & AREA
Pulford Community Living Services
Supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities with residential options,
community inclusion, life-skills support, and supported independent living.
Website: https://pulford.ca(https://pulford.ca)
DASCH Inc. - Day Program & Community Living
Offers day programs focused on community inclusion, volunteer placements, recreation, and
life-skills for adults with intellectual disabilities, plus extensive residential services.
Website: https://www.dasch.mb.ca(https://www.dasch.mb.ca)
ImagineAbility Inc.
Provides day services for adults living with disabilities, including community participation,
supported work, recreation, and skill-building. Two Winnipeg locations.
Website: https://imagineabilityinc.ca(https://imagineabilityinc.ca)
New Directions - Adult Day Services
Winnipeg non-profit offering adult day programs, social-skills development, work experience,
and community participation supports for adults with disabilities or mental health challenges.
Website: https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/adult-day-services/(https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/adult-day-services/)
St. Amant Community-Based Programs (Winnipeg)
In addition to province-wide services, St. Amant offers Winnipeg community living homes,
outreach, adult day programs, and behavioural supports.
Website: https://stamant.ca/community-services(https://stamant.ca/community-services)
The Simkin Centre - Adult Day Program (Winnipeg)
Provides structured day programming, social engagement, recreation, and supportive services for older adults and adults with disabilities.
Website: https://www.simkincentre.ca/adult-day-program/(https://www.simkincentre.ca/adult-day-program/)
REGIONAL & RURAL MANITOBA
Community Living Interlake (Stonewall & Region)
Supports adults with intellectual disabilities with residential services, day programs, supported employment, and community inclusion.
Website: https://www.communitylivinginterlake.ca(https://www.communitylivinginterlake.ca)
Community Living Selkirk
Provides residential supports, day programs, community participation, and life-skills
development for adults with intellectual disabilities in the Selkirk region.
Website: https://clselkirk.ca(https://clselkirk.ca)
Parkland Community Living Options (Dauphin)
Offers residential services, day supports, employment programs, and community inclusion for
adults with developmental disabilities in the Parkland region.
Website: http://www.pclo.ca(http://www.pclo.ca)
Westman Community Living (Brandon & Westman Region)
Supports adults with disabilities through residential programs, day services, and community
inclusion opportunities.
Website: https://westmancl.ca(https://westmancl.ca)
Envision Community Living (Morden/Winkler & Pembina Valley)
Provides supported living, employment supports, day programs, and community inclusion for
adults with intellectual disabilities.
Website: https://envisioncl.com(https://envisioncl.com)
EMPLOYMENT / TRANSITION SERVICES
Supported Employment MB (via Manitoba Possible)
Employment training, job coaching, accessible employment services, and guidance for adults
with disabilities exploring work opportunities.
Website: https://www.manitobapossible.ca/services/employment(https://www.manitobapossible.ca/services/employment)
Epic Opportunities (Winnipeg)
Offers supported employment, community living, volunteer placements, and life-skills programs for adults with intellectual disabilities.
Website: https://epicmb.ca(https://epicmb.ca)
INFORMATION, REFERRAL & ADVOCACY
211 Manitoba - Province-Wide
Free, confidential service connecting Manitobans with disability supports, housing services,
income programs, health, and mental health resources across the province.
Website: https://mb.211.ca(https://mb.211.ca)
Community Living Manitoba (Family & Advocacy Hub)
Helps families navigate CLDS, local agencies, and community resources; supports inclusive
education, adult services navigation, and human rights advocacy.
Website: https://www.aclmb.ca(https://www.aclmb.ca)
This list is not exhaustive, and services may change or expand over time. It’s meant as a starting
point to connect adults with developmental disabilities and their families to supports across
Manitoba. For the most current and region-specific information, you may also wish to contact
Community Living disABILITY Services (CLDS), Community Living Manitoba, or 211 Manitoba, as
they can guide you to local programs and funding options.
PROVINCE-WIDE / GOVERNMENT-FUNDED SUPPORTS
Services for Persons with a Physical or Intellectual Disability or an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) - Government of Québec
Provides adults (and children) with disabilities access to supports across daily-living, home support, residential services, rehabilitation, and social integration.
Website: https://www.quebec.ca/en/health/health-system-and-services/assistive-devices-disabilities-and-handicaps/services-for-persons-with-a-disability (https://www.quebec.ca/en/health/health-system-and-services/assistive-devices-disabilities-and-handicaps/services-for-persons-with-a-disability)
Assistance for People with Disabilities - Government of Québec
Information and support services to help people with disabilities-and their caregivers-access programs, navigate the system, and receive financial or service-supports.
Website: https://www.quebec.ca/en/family-and-support-for-individuals/social-participation-people-with-disabilities/information-support-services-people-with-disabilities (https://www.quebec.ca/en/family-and-support-for-individuals/social-participation-people-with-disabilities/information-support-services-people-with-disabilities)
Québec Intellectual Disability Society (SQDI)
Provincial advocacy organization representing agencies across Québec. Works with adults with intellectual disabilities and their families, focusing on inclusion, autonomy, community-living, and systemic change.
Website: https://www.sqdi.ca/en/ (https://www.sqdi.ca/en/)
PROVINCE-WIDE / NON-PROFIT & ADVOCACY ORGANIZATIONS
The C.A.R.E. Centre - Montréal
Non-profit day-program and community-inclusion service for adults (21+) with physical and/or intellectual disabilities. Provides holistic wellness, recreation, social and educational activities.
Website: https://www.carecentre.org/ (https://www.carecentre.org/)
REGIONAL / LOCAL SERVICES
L’Arche Montréal
Community living homes and day-programs for adults with intellectual disabilities in Montréal. Emphasizes inclusive community life, relationships, and meaningful daily experiences.
Website: https://larche-montreal.org (https://larche-montreal.org)
WIAIH (Western Island Association for the Intellectually Handicapped)
Volunteer-based non-profit organization in the greater Montréal area offering day-programs, residence for adults living with intellectual disabilities, supports and recreation.
Website: https://www.wiaih.qc.ca/ (https://www.wiaih.qc.ca/)
Centre Multifonctionnel Horizon - Léry/Châteauguay Region
Offers adult day-activities, respite, and housing services for persons with disabilities aged 21+ in the Châteauguay-Léry region.
Website: https://centre-multifonctionnel-horizon.ca/ (https://centre-multifonctionnel-horizon.ca/)
Chez-nous Solidaire - Mercier Region
Supportive housing for adults (18+) with moderate to mild intellectual disabilities (with or without autism) in the Mercier area; includes 24/7 supervision, community residence model.
Website: https://www.chez-noussolidaire.org/en/ (https://www.chez-noussolidaire.org/en/)
Action Main d’Œuvre Inc. -Montréal Employment Support for Adults
Non-profit specializing in socio-economic integration via employment services for adults with autism or intellectual disabilities.
Website: https://www.actionmaindoeuvre.ca/en/the-organization/who-we-are (https://www.actionmaindoeuvre.ca/en/the-organization/who-we-are)
Centre ELODI -Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu Region
Day-program centre offering social, cultural, educational and leisure activities for adults with intellectual disabilities in the Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu region.
Website: https://lecentreelodi.org (https://lecentreelodi.org)
INFORMATION & NAVIGATION
211 Québec - Province-Wide Referral Service
Free, confidential information and referral service connecting people to disability supports, community, social, health & housing services across Québec.
Website: https://www.211qc.ca/en/disability (https://www.211qc.ca/en/disability)
This list is not exhaustive, and services may change or expand over time. It’s meant as a starting point to connect adults with developmental disabilities and their families to supports across Québec. For the most current and region-specific information, you may also wish to contact the Government of Québec’s disability services listed above, the Québec Intellectual Disability Society (SQDI), or 211 Québec, as they can guide you to local programs and funding options.
PROVINCE-WIDE / GOVERNMENT-FUNDED SUPPORTS
Disability Support Program (DSP) - Province-Wide
Provides flexible, individualized supports for adults (19–64) with disabilities to increase independence, community participation, and daily-living skills.
Website: https://socialsupportsnb.ca/en/program/disability-support-program (https://socialsupportsnb.ca/en/program/disability-support-program)
Inclusion NB - Province-Wide Advocacy & Inclusion
Supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through employment readiness, social inclusion programs, life-skills guidance, navigation of supports, and family advocacy.
Website: https://www.inclusionnb.ca (https://www.inclusionnb.ca)
Ability NB - Province-Wide (Mobility & Disability Services)
Non-profit that offers programs for people with disabilities, including accessible–housing and transportation navigation, employment services, community-participation support, and assistive-device guidance.
Website: https://www.abilitynb.ca (https://www.abilitynb.ca)
New Brunswick Association for Community Living (NBACL)
Provincial non-profit that promotes inclusion, rights, and community-based supports for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and their families across NB.
Website: https://nbacl.nb.ca (https://nbacl.nb.ca)
REGIONAL / COMMUNITY-BASED SERVICES
Opal Family Services - Fredericton Region
Provides an Adult Social & Recreation Program with weekly social, recreational, and life-skills sessions for adults with disabilities, supporting connection and community inclusion.
Website: https://www.opalfamilyservices.ca/adult-social-and-recreation-program (https://www.opalfamilyservices.ca/adult-social-and-recreation-program)
Jobs Unlimited Inc. - Fredericton Area
Employment service for adults with intellectual disabilities offering job training, job-search support, workplace readiness, and one-on-one employment coaching.
Website: https://jobsunlimitednb.ca (https://jobsunlimitednb.ca)
Hire Potential (Saint John) - Operated by Saint John Association for Community Living
Employment, community-participation, and life-skills supports for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Saint John region.
Website: http://www.sjacl.com (http://www.sjacl.com)
EMPLOYMENT / TRANSITION & TECHNOLOGY SUPPORTS
Neil Squire Society - New Brunswick
Supports adults with disabilities through assistive technology, adaptive computer training, and employment readiness programs. Serves Fredericton and province-wide.
Website: https://www.neilsquire.ca/individual-programs-services/solutions (https://www.neilsquire.ca/individual-programs-services/solutions)
New Brunswick Coalition of Persons with Disabilities (NBCPD) - Province-Wide
Advocacy network offering information, resource navigation, and support for individuals with disabilities, including adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
Website: https://www.nbcpd.org (https://www.nbcpd.org)
INFORMATION & NAVIGATION
211 New Brunswick - Province-Wide
Free, confidential, 24/7 information and referral service connecting residents to disability supports, housing, employment services, health care, and community programs throughout the province.
Website: https://nb.211.ca (https://nb.211.ca)
This list is not exhaustive, and services may change or expand over time. It’s meant as a starting point to connect adults with developmental disabilities and their families to supports across New Brunswick. For the most current and region-specific information, you may also wish to contact the Disability Support Program (DSP), Inclusion NB, or 211 New Brunswick, as they can guide you to local programs and funding options.
PROVINCE-WIDE / GOVERNMENT-FUNDED SUPPORTS
Disability Support Program (DSP) - Province-Wide
Provides community-living supports, residential options, independent-living assistance, and day-program funding for adults with intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, or long-term mental health conditions.
Website: https://novascotia.ca/coms/disabilities/ (https://novascotia.ca/coms/disabilities/)
Inclusion Nova Scotia - Province-Wide Advocacy & Inclusion
Supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Services include advocacy, community inclusion initiatives, employment-readiness resources, and family support.
Website: https://www.inclusionns.ca (https://www.inclusionns.ca)
Independent Living Nova Scotia (ILNS) - Province-Wide
Promotes inclusion and independence for people with disabilities. Offers independent-living skills programs, employment services, peer support, and accessibility navigation.
Website: https://ilns.ca (https://ilns.ca)
REGIONAL / COMMUNITY-BASED SERVICES
Prescott Group - Halifax & Region
Provides life-skills training, vocational programs, employment opportunities, social enterprise work placements, and community inclusion for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Website: https://prescottgroup.ca (https://prescottgroup.ca)
Grant Empowered Living Inc. - Lower Sackville / Halifax Region
Offers day-program services for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities and autism, including life-skills development, recreation, community access, and social programs.
Website: https://www.gelns.ca (https://www.gelns.ca)
Dartmouth Adult Services Centre (DASC) - Dartmouth
Provides skill-building programs, community inclusion activities, vocational training, and supported work opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities.
Website: https://www.dasc-ns.ca (https://www.dasc-ns.ca)
Building Futures Employment Society - Lower Sackville / Halifax Region
Supports adults with intellectual disabilities through vocational services, job readiness, life-skills development, community participation, and social programs.
Website: https://buildfutures.ca (https://buildfutures.ca)
Bonny Lea Farm - Chester & South Shore Region
Residential, vocational, and day-service programs for adults with intellectual disabilities, offering skills development, social enterprise work, and person-directed planning.
Website: https://bonnyleafarm.ca (https://bonnyleafarm.ca)
L’Arche Cape Breton - Cape Breton Region
Provides community-living homes, supported living, and day-program activities for adults with intellectual disabilities in inclusive, relationship-focused community settings.
Website: https://larchecapebreton.org (https://larchecapebreton.org)
Queens Association for Supported Living (QASL) - Queens County
Offers residential services, vocational/day programs, community-participation supports, and life-skills training for adults with intellectual disabilities.
Website:https://www.qasl.ca (https://www.qasl.ca)
This list is not exhaustive, and services may change or expand over time. It’s meant as a starting point to connect adults with developmental disabilities and their families to supports across Nova Scotia. For the most current and region-specific information, you may also wish to contact the Disability Support Program (DSP), Inclusion Nova Scotia, or 211 Nova Scotia, as they can guide you to local programs and funding options.
PROVINCE-WIDE / GOVERNMENT-FUNDED SUPPORTS
AccessAbility Supports (AAS) - Province-Wide
Supports Islanders with physical, intellectual, neurological, sensory and/or mental disabilities
who face significant daily-living impairments. Services include personal supports, housing
supports, community/peer supports, caregiver supports, and financial assistance.
Website: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/social-development-and-(https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/social-development-and- seniors/accessability-supports)
seniors/accessability-supports(https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/social-development-and- seniors/accessability-supports)
Prince Edward Island Association for Community Living (PEI ACL) - Province-Wide Advocacy & Support
Non-profit empowering people with intellectual disabilities and their families to live inclusive
lives. Provides advocacy, life-skills programs, employment-readiness resources, and system-
navigation support.
Website: https://www.peiacl.org(https://www.peiacl.org)
ResourceAbilities -Province-Wide Inclusion & Employment Supports
Non‐profit dedicated to increasing participation of people with disabilities on the Island. Offers employment supports for adults with disabilities, assistive technology, inclusion-supports and community access.
Website: https://resourceabilities.ca(https://resourceabilities.ca)
REGIONAL / COMMUNITY-BASED SERVICES
Community Connections Inc. - Summerside & East Prince Region
Not-for-profit serving adults with intellectual disabilities: employment services, residential
supports, day programmes, community participation in East Prince.
Website: https://communityconnectionsinc.com(https://communityconnectionsinc.com)
Queens County Residential Services (QCRS) / Queens Association for Supported Living -
Queens County Region
Provides residential supports (including group homes and small option homes), day
programmes and life-skills training for adults with intellectual disabilities in Queens County.
Website: https://www.qcrs.ca(https://www.qcrs.ca)
Community Inclusions Ltd. - West Prince Region
Provides residential, employment, recreational, and community-living supports to adults (18-
65) with intellectual disabilities in the West Prince area.
Website: https://www.communityinclusions.com(https://www.communityinclusions.com)
Harbourview Training Centre - Souris & Area
Offers vocational training, employment and skills-development for adults with intellectual
disabilities in the Souris region.
Website: https://www.harbourviewtraining.com(https://www.harbourviewtraining.com)
Tremploy Inc. - Queens County/Day-Program Focus
Provides adult day-programme services, vocational training, life-skills development and
employment preparation for adults with intellectual disabilities in the Queens County region.
Website: https://www.tremploy.com(https://www.tremploy.com)
INFORMATION & NAVIGATION
211 PEI - Province-Wide Referral Service
Free, confidential service connecting residents to disability supports, community services,
housing, income assistance, and more across Prince Edward Island.
Website: https://pe.211.ca(https://pe.211.ca)
This list is not exhaustive, and services may change or expand over time. It’s meant as a starting
point to connect adults with developmental disabilities and their families to supports across
Prince Edward Island. For the most current and region-specific information, you may also wish
to contact the AccessAbility Supports program, PEI ACL, or 211 PEI, as they can guide you to
local programs and funding options.
PROVINCE-WIDE / GOVERNMENT-FUNDED SUPPORTS
Programs for Persons with Disabilities - Department of Children, Seniors & Social
Development
Provincial programs that support adults with disabilities to live in the community. Services may include community living supports, home support, residential options, accessibility supports, and links to regional Community Support Programs.
Website: https://www.gov.nl.ca/cssd/disabilities/inclusion-info/(https://www.gov.nl.ca/cssd/disabilities/inclusion-info/)
Residential Options & Community Support Program - Regional Health Authorities
Through the Provincial Home Support and Community Support Programs, adults with
intellectual disabilities can access residential options such as Alternate Family Care Homes,
Individual Living Arrangements (ILAs), and Cooperative Apartments, as well as home and
community supports coordinated by regional health authorities.
Residential options overview:
https://www.gov.nl.ca/hcs/personsdisabilities/fundingprograms-hcs/(https://www.gov.nl.ca/hcs/personsdisabilities/fundingprograms-hcs/)
(also see regional health sites such as Western Health’s “Residential Options” pages)
PROVINCE-WIDE / NON-PROFIT & COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
Inclusion Canada Newfoundland and Labrador
Non-profit organization working with and on behalf of persons with intellectual disabilities and their families across Newfoundland & Labrador. Focuses on community inclusion, future planning, housing, employment initiatives, and public awareness. Formerly Newfoundland & Labrador Association for Community Living (NLACL).
Website: https://www.inclusioncanadanl.ca(https://www.inclusioncanadanl.ca)
Autism Society Newfoundland & Labrador (ASNL) - Province-Wide
Provincial charitable organization dedicated to developing individual, lifelong and community-based supports for autistic people and their families. Programs and outreach include advocacy, support groups, recreation, life-skills and pre-employment supports, with services offered in St. John’s Metro and outreach to regions across the province.
Website: https://asnl.ca(https://asnl.ca)
Easter Seals Newfoundland & Labrador
Charitable organization that offers more than 20 programs and services for people with
disabilities of all ages. For adults, this includes programs such as Build Your Skills (an adult
day/life-skills program) and other recreation, education, and employment-related supports
aimed at building independence and inclusion.
Website (programs overview): https://eastersealsnl.ca/what-we-do/(https://eastersealsnl.ca/what-we-do/)
Build Your Skills - Adult program: https://eastersealsnl.ca/what-we-do/programs/build-your-(https://eastersealsnl.ca/what-we-do/programs/build-your- skills/)
skills/(https://eastersealsnl.ca/what-we-do/programs/build-your- skills/)
Momentum Developmental Support
Provides resources and supports to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities,
including community-based living supports such as Individual Living Arrangements and
Supported Independent Living in Newfoundland & Labrador.
Website: https://momentumsupport.ca/resources(https://momentumsupport.ca/resources)
Coalition of Persons with Disabilities NL (CODNL)
Advocacy and resource organization representing persons with disabilities in Newfoundland & Labrador. Provides information, navigation tools, and policy advocacy, including resources
specifically addressing intellectual, cognitive, and neurodiverse disabilities.
Website: https://codnl.ca/intellectual-cognitive-and-neurodiverse-disabilities/(https://codnl.ca/intellectual-cognitive-and-neurodiverse-disabilities/)
REGIONAL / COMMUNITY-BASED SERVICES
L’Arche Avalon - St. John’s Region
Community-building project of L’Arche in St. John’s, working to establish homes and community life where adults with intellectual disabilities live with assistants in an inclusive, relationship-focused environment. Also offers inclusive social and community activities.
Website: https://larcheavalon.ca(https://larcheavalon.ca)
INFORMATION & NAVIGATION
211 Newfoundland & Labrador - Province-Wide Referral Service
Free, confidential, 24/7 information and referral service that connects people with community,
social, health, and government services across Newfoundland & Labrador, including disability supports, housing, income assistance, and local programs.
Website: https://nl.211.ca(https://nl.211.ca)
This list is not exhaustive, and services may change or expand over time. It’s meant as a starting
point to connect adults with developmental disabilities and their families to supports across
Newfoundland & Labrador. For the most current and region-specific information, you may also
wish to contact the Programs for Persons with Disabilities program, Inclusion Canada
Newfoundland & Labrador, or 211 Newfoundland & Labrador, as they can guide you to local programs and funding options.
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