Family Leadership is at the heart of our work at PLAN and our annual Spring Members Meeting is an important event to discuss priorities, share ideas, make plans and get coordinated for the year ahead. Here are the details for this meeting: Date: Saturday, May 6, 2023 Location: Bonsor Recreation Center Address: 6550 Bonsor Ave, […]
You’re invited to gather with long-time and new friends, learn about current advocacy opportunities, connect with others during fun sharing activities, and exchange ideas. Please join the conversation, either by video or phone, and visit with other families looking to connect with families like YOU! Email hello@plan.ca for the link!
Shelley Nessman moderates this course that welcomes Learners from all around the globe. Here is a little more information: Finding friendship and making personal connections in one’s community can present challenges for us all under the most robust of conditions; for those who are isolated due to disability, illness or old age, developing a personal […]
Pathways to Belonging is a full day of sharing, story telling, activities and learning about the various paths and intersections a person with diverse identities including disability can explore for meaningful connection and contribution on their journey to belonging. Who Should Attend Persons with diverse identities including disability Family members with a loved one with […]
The Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) is a made-in-Canada, long-term savings vehicle designed specifically for individuals with disabilities. What's in it for You: An understanding of the RDSP and potential government contributions Knowledge of the latest updates and changes to the RDSP Tips and advice on free resources that can be consulted for additional information The […]
You’re invited to gather with long-time and new friends, learn about current advocacy opportunities, connect with others during fun sharing activities, and exchange ideas. Please join the conversation, either by video or phone, and visit with other families looking to connect with families like YOU! Email hello@plan.ca for the link!
Becoming well-informed about wills, trusts and estate planning is necessary to secure the financial future of your loved one with a disability. In this workshop, you will learn how to arrange your estate, prepare a will, and the various ins and outs of setting up a trust specifically for your relative or loved one with […]
Beginner RDSP workshop for those who want to learn what an RDSP is, who qualifies, how to apply for the Disability Tax Credit, and how to open an RDSP. This is best suited to people who want to learn the basics of RDSPs and get general information about the plan. No background knowledge is needed […]
More details to be added soon, Contact: Rebecca at rpauls@plan.ca for more information
How do we support our loved ones with loss & transition? What is secondary grief and how do we recognize it? Here with expert Arlen Gaines, MSW, LCSW-C, APHSW-C, Director of Hospice Social Services, JSSA Hospice Maryland, US; Author; PhD Student, we will explore the topic of grieving people with developmental disabilities. Objectives: - Describe […]
This Advanced RDSP workshop is for those who already have a RDSP or have already taken level 1 and would like to deepen their knowledge and learn how to maximize growth. This workshop includes more complicated financial information so attendees should already understand RDSP basics and review our glossary of terms before attending this workshop. […]
You’re invited to gather with long-time and new friends, learn about current advocacy opportunities, connect with others during fun sharing activities, and exchange ideas. Please join the conversation, either by video or phone, and visit with other families looking to connect with families like YOU! Email hello@plan.ca for the link!
