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Strategic Plan

A laptop computer sitting on a table. The CLASS Strategic plan is showing on the screen.

The 2021-2024 Strategic Plan is complete and CLASS is excited to share the outcome. Read more about our plan and progress as we move along working with our staff, families, people supported, community, partners, donors and stakeholders.

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Sweet Success!

CLASSy Canine Cookie Crew Crushed It!

From baking to bagging, selling to delivering — 23 people came together to make this cookie cycle a sweet success. Want to see who was involved and how this unique profit-sharing program makes an impact?

Read the full story here.

Self-Advocates Weekend

The Self Advocates leadership team from the Community Living Association for South Simcoe (CLASS) travelled to Port Elgin, Ontario, to take part in the 2025 Speaking Out Conference — a province-wide event dedicated to promoting inclusion, leadership, and self-advocacy for people with developmental disabilities. This inspiring weekend of workshops, connection, and personal growth brought together advocates from across Ontario to share experiences, build confidence, and strengthen their voices as leaders in their communities.

CLASSic Lunchbox in Bradford

CLASSic Lunchbox is coming to Bradford!

We’re excited to share that CLASS will soon be operating an affordable soup program at the new Simcoe County affordable housing site on Simcoe Road in Bradford West Gwillimbury.

People are already learning safe kitchen skills and preparing for their future roles in this community-driven program.

Read more about the initiative and the new location above.

Margaretta Park Groundbreaking!

July 23 marked a truly special moment as we celebrated the official groundbreaking of Margaretta Park — Innisfil’s new fully inclusive park for people of all abilities.July 23 marked a truly special moment as we celebrated the official groundbreaking of Margaretta Park — Innisfil’s new fully inclusive park for people of all abilities.July 23 marked a truly special moment as we celebrated the official groundbreaking of Margaretta Park — Innisfil’s new fully inclusive park for people of all abilities.

Cottage Getaway

Kenny and Paul recently enjoyed a peaceful two-night stay at a beautiful Muskoka cottage — thanks to the thoughtful planning and support from CLASS staff. It was a special trip full of relaxation, inclusion, and meaningful moments.

Click photo to read the full story and see how this getaway came together.

CLASS at Pride

This past weekend, CLASS joined the Alliston Pride celebrations — an inspiring day of connection, inclusion, and community spirit.

Click to read more about our experience and our ongoing commitment to building inclusive communities in South Simcoe.

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