CH East News

LifeWorks Orientation

Mon, 14 May 2012 13:11:26 -0700

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Heard of LifeWorks EAP but not sure what resources they offer? They are now offering a free program orientation webinar! See the poster for more information and to register.

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LifeWorks Quarterly Newsletter

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 08:00:32 -0700

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In this issue: "Bouncing Back: Strategies to Build Resilience", "Ceridian Stop Smoking Centre", "Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)", and "Making the World a Better Place".

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Grow Open House!

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 07:42:17 -0700

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Grow is moving into their new building, and you are invited to their Grand Opening!
2211 Thurston (unit 2, @ the back) Ottawa, Ontario
Thursday, April 12, 2012
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
The Opening Ceremony will commence @ 7 p.m.

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Sharing Smiles Day - YouTube

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 10:21:01 -0700

Have a look at this video from the last Sharing Smiles Day in London and Toronto to see the type of day we have to look forward to on March 31st!

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Sharing Smiles Day

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 07:13:06 -0700

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Sharing Smiles Day on March 31st is quickly approaching, a fun-filled day of activities, a luncheon and learning about oral health. See the poster for more information.

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SRR Nominees - One Week Left!

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:47:12 -0800

Want to support other staff and get paid to do it? Visit the East District site to submit your profile today!

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The Launch of NationWares!

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:29:55 -0800

Over the past few years CH Global has invested in NationWares as a start-up business and now NationWares is ready to launch as an independent organization. This is an exciting step for their company and for the people around the world who benefit from their business and distribution. Stop by www.nationwares.com to congratulate them (and buy some great products) today!

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Retirement Planning Session

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:48:47 -0800

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Come to a session at EDO for a free session on legal and financial consultation for retirement. Friday, February 6, 2012 from 6-8 pm. See poster for details.

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CH Stories

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:29:53 -0800

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CH Stories is a place to share exciting stories of success. Visit the site at www.chconnect.org/stories or view the attached poster for more information.

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Upcoming U of W courses!

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 08:19:30 -0800

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Two exciting U of W courses are being offered in Ottawa in February and March: Team Building and Team Dimensions and Managing Conflict Opportunities. Each counts towards the University of Waterloo Leadership Certificate. Register today!

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Maddox

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:59:40 -0800

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Making Friends

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 09:01:22 -0800

Great new resources are available from L'Arche and CH on making friends and building community. The L'Arche www.iBelong.ca site is an attractive and accessible website with videos, stories, ideas and resources on how to make and keep friends. The latest Accreditation Newsletter from CH also includes stories and information on building lasting friendships.

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LifeWorks Quarterly Newsletter

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 09:52:12 -0700

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In this issue of LifeWorks newsletter, you can find information on understanding older and younger co-workers, working across cultures and teaching children about diversity. Check it out and let us know what you think!

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October 6th provincial election - How to get involved!

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:51:03 -0700

OASIS (www.ontarioforoasis.ca) offers a number of resources to help equip people to vote or advocate for developmental services in Ontario. Here is a fact sheet outlining the resources available through OASIS and Christian Horizons as well as information on the many different ways and days to vote on or around October 6th, 2011.

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CH Employees: New Leadership Courses Posted!

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 12:26:35 -0700

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"Understanding Human Behaviour" is coming to Ottawa on September 19th and "Leading People to Effectiveness" on November 21st. These are great courses to attend as staffing and time off permit. Each counts towards the U of W leadership certificate. Next week the three week payment deadline for the September course will be up, so register soon!

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Meet John? We know John!

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 13:19:07 -0700

Exciting to see John on the home page of the Ontario for OASIS website: http://ontarioforoasis.ca/

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Spotlight on Transformation - Issue 28

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 13:08:13 -0700

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August edition of Spotlight - "New Ontario photo ID is here!" enhanced dental care through ODSP and a new website promoting working in the DS sector. Check it out!

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Spotlight on Transformation - Issue 27

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 13:00:37 -0700

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A great resource that includes news on the opening of Developmental Services Ontario, "Ontario's new single window to developmental services and supports" and much more.

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Jacob Moon Concert - August 11th

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 06:10:06 -0700

It's official and posted on his site - Jacob Moon is coming to the East District! If you're CH staff, people supported by CH or families have you RSVP'd for the 5:00 BBQ? Check out the poster or visit jacobmoon.com for details!

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Online Application for Social Assistance

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 10:15:43 -0700

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Great news! Anyone applying for Ontario Works, Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD) or all three can now apply not only in person or over the phone but also online at www.ontario.ca/socialassistance. Further information on the process can be found at this website.

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