Serving the South Simcoe area since 1962. New Tecumseth and surrounding townships of Essa, Adjala-Tosorontio, and parts of Bradford-West Gwillimbury and Innisfil.
“The Community Living Association for South Simcoe (CLASS) supports people with a developmental disability. CLASS is a non-profit, charitable organization governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. The agency was established in 1962 by a group of parents who wanted services in their own community for their children who had a diagnosis of a developmental disability.”
CLASS receives funding from the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS). We rely heavily on additional donations and fundraising efforts to continue to offer our programs and services that are not funded by MCCSS.
The 3rd Annual CLASS Market is back, and we’re looking forward to welcoming the community for a day of local shopping, great food and community connection!
Join us on Saturday, November 7, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the CLASS Resource Centre, 125 Dufferin St. S. in Alliston.
This year’s market will feature 30 local vendors, making it a great opportunity to get a head start on holiday shopping while supporting local makers, small businesses and entrepreneurs. With a variety of unique products and gift ideas to browse, there will be something for everyone.
While you shop, enjoy a $6 hot soup lunch, coffee and treats, and take some time to check out our silent auction.
Admission is just $2 or a donation to the local food bank, so we encourage everyone to bring along a non-perishable food item and help us give back to the community at the same time.
Come shop local, connect with your community and spend the day with us at CLASS. We can’t wait to see you!
3rd Annual CLASS Market
Saturday, November 7, 2026
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
CLASS Resource Centre
125 Dufferin St. S., Alliston
$2 admission or a donation to the food bank
Following another sold-out tournament, we’re excited to announce two CLASS golf events for 2027!
Friday, June 11, 2027
32nd Annual CLASS Charity Golf Tournament
Friday, September 10, 2027
NEW! CLASS Fall Charity Golf Classic
Registration, sponsorship opportunities, and event details will be announced later this year.
We look forward to seeing you on the course in 2027!
Every day at CLASS, there are stories worth sharing! From personal achievements and new experiences to friendships and everyday moments, these stories celebrate the people we support, their journeys, and the connections that make our community special.
CLASS Self-Advocates joined others from across Ontario in Port Elgin for the 2026 Speaking Out Conference, a weekend filled with learning, friendship, inspiration and the power of self-advocacy!
A special highlight was seeing Avery take the stage to share her personal experiences advocating for herself and her service dog, Luma.
Take a look at some wonderful moments from the weekend and read more about this meaningful experience!
Through a partnership with KEGO, 21 people at CLASS are gaining valuable work experience, developing new skills and earning a paycheque. Discover how this partnership is creating meaningful employment opportunities and recognizing the abilities and contributions of people at CLASS.
Programs for youth with developmental disabilities such as transition planning and support through the foundations programs.
CLASS offers a variety of programs that provide inclusion for people with a developmental disability and enable them to live, work and participate in a wide range of activities in their communities.
To assist people supported to reach their goals, CLASS offers a variety of community participation programs.
Social innovation programs offer agencies such as CLASS an opportunity to provide paid employment to people supported. It also enables us to partner with the community and offer and/or sell much needed products. Proceeds from the sales in these programs go towards supporting people in CLASS across the communities we work.
If you are a businesses and would like to hear more about how you can partner with CLASS please reach out and read more about our exciting programs below.
You have a passion for caring and we have the right opportunities to help you do just that. Working at Community Living Association for South Simcoe (CLASS) is more than a job to support people with a developmental disability, it’s a calling to help bring the feeling of belonging in your own community.
When you join our team, you will be proud to work as a Direct Support Professional along with others who strive to promote and facilitate community inclusion and meaningful participation for all people.
CLASS Membership has some great benefits – join today for just $20!
Learn more about our upcoming Community Events.
CLASS Update on Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC)
All of our CLASS programs are up and running again with protocols in place for our staff, people supported and all visitors as needed based on seasonal illnesses and COVID -19. Please email us for details about specific programs.
Community Living Association for South Simcoe acknowledges that the land where we provide our services is the traditional land of the Anishinaabek Nation, which includes Ojibwe, Odawa and Pottawatomi Nation, collectively known as the Three Fires Confederacy. We recognize that the Huron-Wendat, Chippewa and Haudenosaunee Nations have walked on this territory over time. We acknowledge that this land is covered by The Lake Simcoe-Nottawasaga Treaty, or Treaty 18, which was made between the Chippewas near Lake Simcoe (the current Chippewas of Rama First Nation, Chippewas of Beausoleil First Nation, and the Chippewas of Georgina Island) and the colonial government of Upper Canada on October 17, 1818. We are dedicated to honouring indigenous history and culture and committed to moving forward in the spirit of reconciliation and respect with all First Nation, Metis and Inuit people.
Memberships & Affiliations:
CLASS is a registered organization with FOCUS
Community Collaborators:
Sector & Advocacy Partnerships
