Mon – Fri: 8:30 AM-4:30 PMÂ |Â Sat & Sun CLOSED
519-371-9251
At Community Living Owen Sound & District, we believe in the power of community and the transformative impact of active participation. Our Community Participation Programs are thoughtfully designed to create opportunities for individuals with diverse abilities to engage, contribute, and thrive within our community. We understand community involvement is not just a social activity; it’s a pathway to personal growth, skill development, and a sense of belonging.
Community Participation is open to adults (18+) who are funded by the MCCSS and receive Community Participation support through Community Living Owen Sound & District.
Community Participation Supports are funded through MCCSS with referrals coming through the DSO.Â
The Phone number for DSO Southwest region is:Â Â 519-371-8428
Visit the DSO website www.dsontario.ca
âCommunity Participationâ means different things to different people. For us, it means nurturing (or fostering)neighbourhood connections, building meaningful relationships, and finding ways for you to develop your personal interests and skills.
Our Community Participation program provides group activities, with supports most commonly provided on a 5 to 1 ratio.
Sign up in advance for programs and activities suiting your individual interests, and you can:
âĒ Build skills & learn new skills
âĒ Volunteer in your community
âĒ Deepen your community connections
âĒ Meet new friends
âĒ Enhance your life skills
âĒ And more!
Activities are regularly updated and our schedule is constantly evolving based on individual needs and interests, seasonality, and event facilitator availability.
At Community Living Owen Sound & District, we envision a community where everyone is valued, included, and empowered to live their best lives. Our Community Participation Programs are a vibrant expression of this vision, providing avenues for individuals to actively participate, connect, and contribute. We look forward to you becoming a part of our community-building journey at Community Living!
Group activities bring individuals with similar interests together and is a critical social component. Group activities benefit everyone in our community, hereâs why:
Board Games/TikTok Trends: Come to The Link and play a variety of board games and card games, and Dive into the digital culture of 2024. Tik Tok features a mix […]
Ball Hockey: Monday afternoons we will be playing Ball Hockey at The Kilsyth Community Centre.
Love U 2 Pizzas:Â Mondayâs from 4:30-6:30, we will be making a variety of different pizzas up at the 10th St location.
Coffee & Book Buddies: Weekly visits to a local coffee house (bring your own money); quiet reading and activities involving books!
Attack Practice:Â Tuesday afternoons join us at The Bayshore as we cheer on the Attack as they get ready for their upcoming games.
Crafts: Letâs get creative! Week one- you will be working on your own project from home; Week 2 â art project provided; Week 3 Seasonal craft; Week 4 â Group […]
Cookie Crusade: Wednesday mornings we will be learning a different cookie recipe each weekâĶ.maybe you have a recipe you want to share with the group of your favorite cookie?
Shine as a Volunteer in your Community: Feel like giving back to your community? Thursday mornings we will be sharing our time with community partners and at Local Events that […]
Pasta Party: Do you like trying new pasta recipes? Each Thursday afternoon we will be making a new recipe and we will learn how to make our own pasta..
Bingo Around the World:Â Our beloved BINGO will be enjoyed at The Link 2-4pm. This time we will focus on cultures from around the world during our break time.
Fitness Group: Friday mornings a group will be heading to the YMCA to walk the track, use the exercise machines and access the pool. Free if you have a membership, […]
Self Advocate Meetings: On the first Friday of each month, Bruce Shoreline Advocates and Sound Advocates will be meeting up as a group to chat about upcoming events and activities […]
Board Games/TikTok Trends: Come to The Link and play a variety of board games and card games, and Dive into the digital culture of 2024. Tik Tok features a mix […]
Ball Hockey: Monday afternoons we will be playing Ball Hockey at The Kilsyth Community Centre.
Love U 2 Pizzas:Â Mondayâs from 4:30-6:30, we will be making a variety of different pizzas up at the 10th St location.
Coffee & Book Buddies: Weekly visits to a local coffee house (bring your own money); quiet reading and activities involving books!
Attack Practice:Â Tuesday afternoons join us at The Bayshore as we cheer on the Attack as they get ready for their upcoming games.
Crafts: Letâs get creative! Week one- you will be working on your own project from home; Week 2 â art project provided; Week 3 Seasonal craft; Week 4 â Group […]
Cookie Crusade: Wednesday mornings we will be learning a different cookie recipe each weekâĶ.maybe you have a recipe you want to share with the group of your favorite cookie?
Shine as a Volunteer in your Community: Feel like giving back to your community? Thursday mornings we will be sharing our time with community partners and at Local Events that […]
Pasta Party: Do you like trying new pasta recipes? Each Thursday afternoon we will be making a new recipe and we will learn how to make our own pasta..
Bingo Around the World:Â Our beloved BINGO will be enjoyed at The Link 2-4pm. This time we will focus on cultures from around the world during our break time.
Fitness Group: Friday mornings a group will be heading to the YMCA to walk the track, use the exercise machines and access the pool. Free if you have a membership, […]
Ball Hockey: Monday afternoons we will be playing Ball Hockey at The Kilsyth Community Centre.
Board Games/TikTok Trends: Come to The Link and play a variety of board games and card games, and Dive into the digital culture of 2024. Tik Tok features a mix […]
Love U 2 Pizzas:Â Mondayâs from 4:30-6:30, we will be making a variety of different pizzas up at the 10th St location.
Coffee & Book Buddies: Weekly visits to a local coffee house (bring your own money); quiet reading and activities involving books!
Attack Practice:Â Tuesday afternoons join us at The Bayshore as we cheer on the Attack as they get ready for their upcoming games.
Crafts: Letâs get creative! Week one- you will be working on your own project from home; Week 2 â art project provided; Week 3 Seasonal craft; Week 4 â Group […]
Cookie Crusade: Wednesday mornings we will be learning a different cookie recipe each weekâĶ.maybe you have a recipe you want to share with the group of your favorite cookie?
Shine as a Volunteer in your Community: Feel like giving back to your community? Thursday mornings we will be sharing our time with community partners and at Local Events that […]
Pasta Party: Do you like trying new pasta recipes? Each Thursday afternoon we will be making a new recipe and we will learn how to make our own pasta..
Fall Hiking: Letâs explore all the beautiful Fall colours that surround this area with a nice hike each Thursday afternoon. This group is for more experienced hikers who can handle […]
Fitness Group: Friday mornings a group will be heading to the YMCA to walk the track, use the exercise machines and access the pool. Free if you have a membership, […]
Ball Hockey: Monday afternoons we will be playing Ball Hockey at The Kilsyth Community Centre.
Board Games/TikTok Trends: Come to The Link and play a variety of board games and card games, and Dive into the digital culture of 2024. Tik Tok features a mix […]
Love U 2 Pizzas:Â Mondayâs from 4:30-6:30, we will be making a variety of different pizzas up at the 10th St location.
Coffee & Book Buddies: Weekly visits to a local coffee house (bring your own money); quiet reading and activities involving books!
Attack Practice:Â Tuesday afternoons join us at The Bayshore as we cheer on the Attack as they get ready for their upcoming games.
Crafts: Letâs get creative! Week one- you will be working on your own project from home; Week 2 â art project provided; Week 3 Seasonal craft; Week 4 â Group […]
Cookie Crusade: Wednesday mornings we will be learning a different cookie recipe each weekâĶ.maybe you have a recipe you want to share with the group of your favorite cookie?
Shine as a Volunteer in your Community: Feel like giving back to your community? Thursday mornings we will be sharing our time with community partners and at Local Events that […]
Pasta Party: Do you like trying new pasta recipes? Each Thursday afternoon we will be making a new recipe and we will learn how to make our own pasta..
Fall Hiking: Letâs explore all the beautiful Fall colours that surround this area with a nice hike each Thursday afternoon. This group is for more experienced hikers who can handle […]
Fitness Group: Friday mornings a group will be heading to the YMCA to walk the track, use the exercise machines and access the pool. Free if you have a membership, […]
Board Games/TikTok Trends: Come to The Link and play a variety of board games and card games, and Dive into the digital culture of 2024. Tik Tok features a mix […]
Ball Hockey: Monday afternoons we will be playing Ball Hockey at The Kilsyth Community Centre.
Love U 2 Pizzas:Â Mondayâs from 4:30-6:30, we will be making a variety of different pizzas up at the 10th St location.
Coffee & Book Buddies: Weekly visits to a local coffee house (bring your own money); quiet reading and activities involving books!
Attack Practice:Â Tuesday afternoons join us at The Bayshore as we cheer on the Attack as they get ready for their upcoming games.
Crafts: Letâs get creative! Week one- you will be working on your own project from home; Week 2 â art project provided; Week 3 Seasonal craft; Week 4 â Group […]
Cookie Crusade: Wednesday mornings we will be learning a different cookie recipe each weekâĶ.maybe you have a recipe you want to share with the group of your favorite cookie?
Shine as a Volunteer in your Community: Feel like giving back to your community? Thursday mornings we will be sharing our time with community partners and at Local Events that […]
Pasta Party: Do you like trying new pasta recipes? Each Thursday afternoon we will be making a new recipe and we will learn how to make our own pasta..
Bingo Around the World:Â Our beloved BINGO will be enjoyed at The Link 2-4pm. This time we will focus on cultures from around the world during our break time.
Fitness Group: Friday mornings a group will be heading to the YMCA to walk the track, use the exercise machines and access the pool. Free if you have a membership, […]
