CILT

a non-profit centre run by and for people with disabilities. We promote independent living and social and economic equity for people with disabilities

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Creating a more accessible and inclusive society takes collective action from governments, organizations, communities, and individuals.

What is one change you would like from the government to better address accessibility barriers experienced by people with disabilities? #NAAW

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What is one thing you can commit to this week to improve accessibility at your organization or in your community? #NAAW

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It’s National AccessAbility Week!

Access is a core principle of Independent Living. It is a necessary step towards dignified equity and inclusion for disabled people. We strive and advocate for embedding accessibility into programs and services from the start.

#NAAW

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CILT and the Direct Funding program is proud to be a Champion of #AccessFest 2026!

A first-of-its-kind festival where accessibility isn't an afterthought.

Details:
FREE
June 6, 2026 | 9am–9pm
David Pecaut Square, 215 King St W, Toronto
Learn more: https://t.co/foTSSKM4Ec

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At a time of growing erosion of these rights, CILT calls on societal sectors to advance bold progress towards people with disabilities realizing these rights.

Last year, CILT marked 40 years of empowering people with disabilities to live independently and control their own lives

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CILT is proud to mark Independent Living Across Canada Day!

Promoting the human right of people with disabilities in Canada to live with autonomy, inclusion and independence in their communities.

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Disabled and Deaf residents are among equity-deserving communities whose needs are elevated in this campaign. From now to the election, we'll engaging your collective voices on campaigns to advance our priorities on matters like Housing, Affordability, Transit & Wellbeing for All

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Yesterday, we joined over 35 community sector leaders at "City for All Platform" Partner’s Summit convened by @planningtoronto. We strategized on ways to demand a 'Better Toronto for All' from our city's municipal leaders & this fall’s new city council. #CityForAll #Topoli

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CILT and the Direct Funding program is proud to be a Champion of #AccessFest 2026!

A first-of-its-kind festival where accessibility isn't an afterthought.

Details:
FREE
June 6, 2026 | 9am–9pm
David Pecaut Square, 215 King St W, Toronto
Learn more: https://t.co/foTSSKM4Ec

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Still one more day to apply! If you are a Deaf or disabled artist, please consider applying for this paid art commission! #callforartists

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In case you missed it, CILT is looking for a Deaf/disabled artist that can create a visual piece demonstrating our values.

The deadline to apply was extended to Friday, May 15th!

All the details on how to apply: https://t.co/SiukysEdJ2

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Susie has been living independently and painting for more than 26 years thanks to Direct Funding.

“If you want to live independently and have the care that you need, I think it’s a wonderful program.”

For more information about Direct Funding, check out: https://t.co/Kyz4V9yFSr

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In case you missed it, CILT is looking for a Deaf/disabled artist that can create a visual piece demonstrating our values.

The deadline to apply was extended to Friday, May 15th!

All the details on how to apply: https://t.co/SiukysEdJ2

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Did you miss the callout for a paid art commission? CILT is looking for an artist that can create a canvas envisioning our values! Details in the quoted post.

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Calling all artists!

CILT is commissioning a paid work of art that celebrates the values of our new strategic plan guiding CILT and our community into the next chapter.

Deadline to apply is May 8th! Full details: https://t.co/PI7pTGZq0B

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Deaf/disabled artists with lived experience of disability and other equity‑deserving identities who enjoy creating symbolic, metaphor‑driven visual work are encouraged to apply.

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Calling all artists!

CILT is commissioning a paid work of art that celebrates the values of our new strategic plan guiding CILT and our community into the next chapter.

Deadline to apply is May 8th! Full details: https://t.co/PI7pTGZq0B

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JOB OPPORTUNITY!

CILT's Direct Funding team is seeking a Bookkeeping Report Reviewer to fill an 18-month maternity leave and perform financial and administrative review functions.

Consider applying or share with your network: https://t.co/3x1f7Aas9i

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We're still taking sign ups for next week's 2 workshops we're running with partners @ttcriders:1) TTC Wheeltrans application process & 2) knowing your rights. Accessible transit is a human right so register if you want to build knowledge. Sign up via link below! #TTC #Wheeltrans

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The first workshop is on April 22nd at 1pm. Register now! @ttcriders

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Have you checked out the What's New section of the CILT website?

There you can find information about notices from the community, statements from CILT, and plenty of other information: https://t.co/z5ZR6G7YnF

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Direct Funding is changing people’s lives. For George, that means curating attendant care from people who care:

“The people that I have come into my home right now really care for me. I know that and I believe it.”

For more information on Direct Funding: https://t.co/etBJR71buH

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@CharitiesCares Accessibility note: There WILL be ASL interpretation and auto captions will be turned on for this event.

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Explore how poverty and disability intersect to intensify barriers to food and housing through a 2-part expert panel discussion moderated by CILT's Wendy Porch.

Register on Zoom
Part 1 - Apr 20: https://t.co/mrMtjsz62Y
Part 2 - Apr 27: https://t.co/9LErEvZR2C
5:30pm - 7:30pm

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Presented in collaboration with Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Toronto and the Jesuit Forum for Social Faith and Justice.

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