Author Archives: alison.brownlee@clhuntsville.ca
Huntsville High School students explore future, connections and mental wellness with Transforming Together 2023
The sounds of excited senior high school students exploring possibilities for their future lives filled the classroom. Community Living Huntsville, in partnership with Huntsville High School and the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, hosted a Transforming Together 2023 session for Grade 11 and Grade 12 students at the school on April 26. Roughly 16 students […]
OASIS recognizes Community Living Huntsville with 2023 Annual Member Leadership Award
A provincial association has recognized Community Living Huntsville for our dedication to innovative and collaborative action on community-based housing for people and families who access our services. OASIS presented Community Living Huntsville with its Annual Member Leadership Award during its annual conference, held in Niagara Falls from April 26 to 28, 2023. It was one […]
District of Muskoka awards Community Living Huntsville with 2023 IDEA Community Grant
The District of Muskoka has announced that Community Living Huntsville is one of nine successful applicants for its 2023 IDEA Community Grant. IDEA stands for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Anti-Racism. The district’s IDEA Community Grant program aims to create opportunities for community engagement and public education around the IDEA principles: Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Anti-Racism […]
‘You inspire all of us’: Huntsville honours Community Living with flag raising in 2023
Huntsville, Ontario – Conversation and excitement filled the air as the Town of Huntsville unfurled the Community Living flag in downtown Huntsville in May. Community Living Huntsville, in celebration of town council and staff raising its flag at Town Hall to kick off Community Living Month 2023, welcomed more than 40 people to Partners Hall […]
Media Release: Celebrate authentic inclusion in Huntsville for Community Living Month 2023
North Muskoka – What does community mean to you? Community Living Huntsville invites everyone to consider the meaning of community and join in authentic community inclusion during Community Living Month in May 2023. “Our not-for-profit organization was founded in 1962 because our community wanted children and adults with developmental disabilities to live full lives as […]
‘Life had taught him to wear his shoes’: Huntsville’s Got Talent 2023 raises record-breaking $17K to help end homelessness
Related Story: Cheers, Laughter and Happy Tears: Huntsville’s Got Talent 2023 packs sold-out Algonquin Theatre NORTH MUSKOKA – Community members came out in force to celebrate ability and support inclusion at Huntsville’s Got Talent 2023. “Why does Huntsville’s Got Talent matter?” Jennifer Jerrett, event coordinator and Community Engagement Specialist for Community Living Huntsville, asked audience […]
Cheers, laughter and happy tears: Huntsville’s Got Talent 2023 packs sold-out Algonquin Theatre
Related Story: ‘Life had taught him to wear his shoes’: Huntsville’s Got Talent 2023 raises record-breaking $17K to help end homelessness NORTH MUSKOKA – There was a lot of cheers and applause, a bit of laughter, and even a few happy tears as Huntsville’s Got Talent returned to a sold-out crowd at the Algonquin Theatre […]
Building a Stronger Future through Inclusive Education
Children who learn together in inclusive environments also learn to live well together as adults. Those adults are better able to create and participate in communities where everyone belongs. National Inclusive Education Month in February is a time for Community Living Movement members, like us, to promote the dignity and benefits that inclusive learning environments […]
Media Release: Tickets on sale now for Huntsville’s Got Talent 2023
NORTH MUSKOKA – You don’t want to miss this! Get your front-row seats as the Top 10 Finalists compete live on stage for Huntsville’s Got Talent 2023. Who will take home the Grand Prize? Audience tickets are on sale now for the community-focused talent show, happening at the Algonquin Theatre, 37 Main Street East, Huntsville, […]
Youth job coach offers inclusive summer employment support for students and employers in Huntsville
Morgan wanted a real life with a real job and real pay. “I wanted to work over the summer because I didn’t want to be bored,” says the Huntsville High School student. “And I want to have my own money so I can save.” Morgan first gained hands-on work experience at Canadian Tire Huntsville through […]