PADDLE Program

06/05/2026

This weeks Cash Calendar winner is Carolyn C
Calendar #0557

06/05/2026

Friends of PADDLE- we are starting to work on the 2025-2026 video yearbook! If you have any photos to share from July 2025-current please send to: [email protected]

06/05/2026

Waterfront walk is still on! Pick up is parking lot beside bandshell at 3!

06/02/2026

Calling adults with disabilities in BC, MB, ONTARIO and NS! 📢

We’re sharing an important new study from the Canadian Centre for Housing Rights and the University of Winnipeg.

If you have a disability, chronic condition, or access need that affects your housing or daily life, they want to hear from you. The goal is to better understand the housing barriers and discrimination disabled people face across Canada.

Participants can enter a draw for one of 20 $50 gift cards.
Scan the QR code on the poster or head to the link to take the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/H32L2YC?organization=liveworkplay

06/01/2026

Thank you Ombudsman Ontario for committing to shine the light in dark places.

“Do not say that you did not know what it was like behind those plaster walls, or underneath those peeling wooden ceilings.” Journalist and author Pierre Berton

Ontario Ombudsman Paul Dubé’s latest report, released November 25, ...

06/01/2026

💞 We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to the North Bay and Area Community Foundation for helping ensure that participation at The PADDLE Program remains attainable for the people who rely on it. 👏💙

Their support reduces financial barriers so that adults with developmental disabilities can continue to participate in meaningful learning 📚, relationship-building 🤝, wellness 🌱, and community 🌎.

The Foundation has supported The PADDLE Program and the people we serve for many years, providing ongoing assistance that has helped make participation possible for countless individuals. 💫

Especially during a time when our organization has faced significant financial uncertainty, we are grateful for partners who continue to invest in our mission and demonstrate confidence in the value of this work. ❤️

Access to opportunity should not depend on a person's income, and we are grateful for partners who recognize the importance of making inclusion possible in practical ways. ♿✨

When financial barriers are reduced, opportunities grow 🌱, dreams become achievable 🌟, and people are better able to pursue their goals 🎯 and live the lives they choose. 💙🧡💚

Thank you, North Bay and Area Community Foundation, for helping make that possible. 🙏✨

Head over to Bay Today to see the full article.

05/29/2026

May 29 Cash Calendar winner is Claire S.
Calendar #0385

05/26/2026

Reminder! Our free webinar on decision-making and legal capacity is happening tomorrow.

Join ARCH Disability Law Centre for a virtual session that will provide general legal information about decision-making rights and legal capacity in Ontario.

Presenting: Shirelle Cogan, Staff Lawyer
📅 Wednesday, May 27, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Topics include:
• Capacity and decision making under the Substitute Decisions Act
• Guardianship and powers of attorney
• Decision-making rights for people with disabilities

ASL interpretation and CART captioning will be provided.

Register in advance:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/k_EIDbMzQjmQ7AT-KrI6Xw?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Need help registering?
Email: [email protected]

05/25/2026

WE ARE HIRING A SUMMER STUDENT-PLEASE SHARE FAR AND WIDE!

Summer Recreation Assistant -The PADDLE Program
Canada Summer Jobs Position
Duration: 8 weeks (June and July)
Hours: 35 hours/week
Wage: $17.60/hour

We are seeking a compassionate, creative, and community-minded individual to join our team for the summer through the Canada Summer Jobs program.

The PADDLE Program supports adults with intellectual, development and, physical disabilities through experiential learning, community participation, wellness, relationship-building, and life skills development.

Our focus is on creating meaningful opportunities for people to safely participate in and contribute to community life while supporting communication, autonomy, confidence, and personal growth.

The recreation assistant will work alongside adults with varying support needs in both program and community settings. Staff will assist participants in pursuing individualized goals related to communication, wellness, daily living skills, social relationships, recreation, safety, and community engagement.
Responsibilities may include:
• Assisting with communication, relationship-building, and social participation
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and personal choice
• Supporting wellness activities, recreation, and life skills development
• Helping create safe, respectful, and inclusive environments
• Working collaboratively with participants, families, and team members
• Supporting behavioural and relational communication approaches
Ideal candidates will:
• Have an interest in social services, developmental services, psychology, education, recreation, health, or related fields
• Demonstrate empathy, patience, flexibility, and strong interpersonal skills

• Value inclusion, dignity, and person-directed support
Experience supporting people with disabilities is considered an asset, but applicants with strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply. please send Resume to: [email protected] Subject line: Attention Megan Johnson ASAP.