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Community Participation
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.
How do I access Community Participation events and programming?
Community Participation Supports are funded through MCCSS with referrals coming through the DSO.
The Phone number for DSO Southwest region is: 519-371-8428
Visit the DSO website www.dsontario.ca
What does Community Participation look like?
“Community Participation” 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:
• Build skills & learn new skills
• Volunteer in your community
• Deepen your community connections
• Meet new friends
• Enhance your life skills
• 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!
What are the benefits of group activities?
Group activities bring individuals with similar interests together and is a critical social component. Group activities benefit everyone in our community, here’s why:
- Group learning brings together individuals with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, fostering a rich environment for idea exchange and creativity.
- Collaborative activities promote effective communication, as individuals learn to express their thoughts clearly, listen actively, and provide constructive feedback.
- Group activities encourage collective problem-solving, allowing members to pool their skills and knowledge to find innovative solutions. This fosters critical thinking and creativity.
- Working in a group can enhance motivation and engagement as individuals feel a sense of accountability to their peers, making the learning process more enjoyable and meaningful.
- Group activities provide opportunities for members to develop various skills such as leadership, teamwork, negotiation, and conflict resolution, which are valuable in social, workplace, and all other real-world settings.
- Group learning promotes socialization, helping individuals build relationships, develop interpersonal skills, and create a supportive learning community.
- Discussing and teaching concepts to others within a group setting can enhance understanding and retention of information, as individuals benefit from different learning styles.
- Group activities foster a sense of belonging and community, creating a positive and supportive learning environment that can contribute to overall well-being.
- Group settings provide opportunities for peer teaching, where individuals can share their expertise, reinforcing their own understanding while helping others grasp challenging concepts.
- Interacting within a group setting allows individuals to develop emotional intelligence by understanding and managing their own emotions as well as recognizing and empathizing with the emotions of others.
- Exposure to different viewpoints within a group setting encourages open-mindedness and tolerance, promoting a culture of acceptance and diversity.
For more information on community participation events with Community Living Owen Sound & District and to see when events are happening, please refer to the events calendar.
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Events
Calendar of Events
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8 events,
Let’s see what amazing flavours and toppings we can use to make tasty sandwiches! |
2 events,
AM – Morning Walk & Healthy Snacks: Enjoy a walk in our community neighbourhoods, parks, or waterfront. Then, head back to Link by the Shore to make a tasty snack together. 
BBQ Lunch – Nothing says summer is here like a tasty BBQ lunch with friends. Bring your own craft to work on after lunch, or enjoy playing some lawn games. |
6 events,
Coffee Shops & Nature Walks: We will visit different coffee shops and also enjoy a nice walk in Nature. Bring spending money each week. |
9 events,
Lunch Club: Every Thursday morning, we will prepare a delicious lunch and then sit together to enjoy it! 
Outdoors Group: Each week we will learn camping/outdoors skills which will help us when we are camping or out walking in the wilderness. We will also be making a few meals […] 
Summer Crafts: Let’s get our creative juices flowing with a variety of fun summer crafts! |
2 events,
These activities are a one-time event that will be happening each Friday. Some activities will have a cost; others you will need to bring your own spending money. Fun Fridays […]
FUN FRIDAY These activities are a one-time event that will happen on a Friday. Some activities will have a cost, and others you will need to bring your own spending money. Transportation will […] |
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7 events,
AM 9-12pm: Fall Crafts: Each Tuesday we will be working on a new Autumn themed craft to get your creativity flowing! Cost $60 AM 9-12pm: Markets & More: Tuesday mornings we will be visiting different markets and thrift stores and searching for bargains! Cost $55 
AM 9-12pm: Community Connections: Shine as a volunteer in your community!! Each week we will visit community partners and attend local events that we can lend a helping hand to. […] |
7 events,
AM 9-12: Fall Festivities – Celebrate the season with different autumn-themed activities each week. Examples include: fall baking, apple picking, trying cozy fall drinks at local cafes, and taking in […]
AM 9-12pm: Lunch Club – A crowd favorite- Every Wednesday morning, we will prepare a delicious lunch and then sit together to enjoy it and each other's company! Cost: $100
AM – Fall Festivities – Celebrate the season with different autumn-themed activities each week. Examples include: fall baking, apple picking, trying cozy fall drinks at local cafes, and taking in […] |
5 events,
AM 9-12pm: Community Connections - Shine as a volunteer in your community!! Each week we will visit community partners and attend local events that we can lend a helping hand […] 
AM – Fall Baking – Learn to bake your favourite fall treats – apple crisp, pumpkin cheesecake bars, cinnamon coffee cake, and more! Cost: $65 
PM 1-4pm: Love U 2 Pizzas - Join us every Thursday afternoon for a pizza party! Bring your flavour combo ideas and we will bring your pizza dreams to life. […] |
4 events,
AM 9-12pm: Mystery Mornings - Every week holds a new adventure! We will be going to different locations with friends from Owen Sound, trying new things, and having fun together. […] 
PM 1-4pm: Casseroles: On Friday afternoons we will be preparing delicious homemade casseroles to enjoy and take home for supper! Cost: $100 |
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AM 9-12pm: Coffee Shops & Nature Walks: Let’s explore our local community coffee shops in Grey/Bruce and take a stroll on some beautiful trails and enjoy the Fall Scenery. Cost […] 
AM 9-12pm: Learn a New Skill: Each week we will focus on learning a new different skill that can be helpful, such as, learning how to line dance, how to […] 
AM – Mindful Movement – Start the week off with some self-care. Each week, we will gently wake up our bodies with a light stroll, gentle stretches, and mindful meditation. […] |
7 events,
AM 9-12pm: Fall Crafts: Each Tuesday we will be working on a new Autumn themed craft to get your creativity flowing! Cost $60 AM 9-12pm: Markets & More: Tuesday mornings we will be visiting different markets and thrift stores and searching for bargains! Cost $55
AM 9-12pm: Community Connections: Shine as a volunteer in your community!! Each week we will visit community partners and attend local events that we can lend a helping hand to. […] |
7 events,
AM 9-12: Fall Festivities – Celebrate the season with different autumn-themed activities each week. Examples include: fall baking, apple picking, trying cozy fall drinks at local cafes, and taking in […]
AM 9-12pm: Lunch Club – A crowd favorite- Every Wednesday morning, we will prepare a delicious lunch and then sit together to enjoy it and each other's company! Cost: $100
AM – Fall Festivities – Celebrate the season with different autumn-themed activities each week. Examples include: fall baking, apple picking, trying cozy fall drinks at local cafes, and taking in […] |
5 events,
AM 9-12pm: Community Connections - Shine as a volunteer in your community!! Each week we will visit community partners and attend local events that we can lend a helping hand […]
AM – Fall Baking – Learn to bake your favourite fall treats – apple crisp, pumpkin cheesecake bars, cinnamon coffee cake, and more! Cost: $65
PM 1-4pm: Love U 2 Pizzas - Join us every Thursday afternoon for a pizza party! Bring your flavour combo ideas and we will bring your pizza dreams to life. […] |
4 events,
AM 9-12pm: Mystery Mornings - Every week holds a new adventure! We will be going to different locations with friends from Owen Sound, trying new things, and having fun together. […]
PM 1-4pm: Casseroles: On Friday afternoons we will be preparing delicious homemade casseroles to enjoy and take home for supper! Cost: $100 |
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7 events,
AM 9-12pm: Coffee Shops & Nature Walks: Let’s explore our local community coffee shops in Grey/Bruce and take a stroll on some beautiful trails and enjoy the Fall Scenery. Cost […]
AM 9-12pm: Learn a New Skill: Each week we will focus on learning a new different skill that can be helpful, such as, learning how to line dance, how to […]
AM – Mindful Movement – Start the week off with some self-care. Each week, we will gently wake up our bodies with a light stroll, gentle stretches, and mindful meditation. […] |
7 events,
AM 9-12pm: Fall Crafts: Each Tuesday we will be working on a new Autumn themed craft to get your creativity flowing! Cost $60 AM 9-12pm: Markets & More: Tuesday mornings we will be visiting different markets and thrift stores and searching for bargains! Cost $55
AM 9-12pm: Community Connections: Shine as a volunteer in your community!! Each week we will visit community partners and attend local events that we can lend a helping hand to. […] |
7 events,
AM 9-12: Fall Festivities – Celebrate the season with different autumn-themed activities each week. Examples include: fall baking, apple picking, trying cozy fall drinks at local cafes, and taking in […]
AM 9-12pm: Lunch Club – A crowd favorite- Every Wednesday morning, we will prepare a delicious lunch and then sit together to enjoy it and each other's company! Cost: $100
AM – Fall Festivities – Celebrate the season with different autumn-themed activities each week. Examples include: fall baking, apple picking, trying cozy fall drinks at local cafes, and taking in […] |
5 events,
AM 9-12pm: Community Connections - Shine as a volunteer in your community!! Each week we will visit community partners and attend local events that we can lend a helping hand […]
AM – Fall Baking – Learn to bake your favourite fall treats – apple crisp, pumpkin cheesecake bars, cinnamon coffee cake, and more! Cost: $65
PM 1-4pm: Love U 2 Pizzas - Join us every Thursday afternoon for a pizza party! Bring your flavour combo ideas and we will bring your pizza dreams to life. […] |
4 events,
AM 9-12pm: Mystery Mornings - Every week holds a new adventure! We will be going to different locations with friends from Owen Sound, trying new things, and having fun together. […]
PM 1-4pm: Casseroles: On Friday afternoons we will be preparing delicious homemade casseroles to enjoy and take home for supper! Cost: $100 |
0 events,
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0 events,
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7 events,
AM 9-12pm: Coffee Shops & Nature Walks: Let’s explore our local community coffee shops in Grey/Bruce and take a stroll on some beautiful trails and enjoy the Fall Scenery. Cost […]
AM 9-12pm: Learn a New Skill: Each week we will focus on learning a new different skill that can be helpful, such as, learning how to line dance, how to […]
AM – Mindful Movement – Start the week off with some self-care. Each week, we will gently wake up our bodies with a light stroll, gentle stretches, and mindful meditation. […] |
7 events,
AM 9-12pm: Fall Crafts: Each Tuesday we will be working on a new Autumn themed craft to get your creativity flowing! Cost $60 AM 9-12pm: Markets & More: Tuesday mornings we will be visiting different markets and thrift stores and searching for bargains! Cost $55
AM 9-12pm: Community Connections: Shine as a volunteer in your community!! Each week we will visit community partners and attend local events that we can lend a helping hand to. […] |
7 events,
AM 9-12: Fall Festivities – Celebrate the season with different autumn-themed activities each week. Examples include: fall baking, apple picking, trying cozy fall drinks at local cafes, and taking in […]
AM 9-12pm: Lunch Club – A crowd favorite- Every Wednesday morning, we will prepare a delicious lunch and then sit together to enjoy it and each other's company! Cost: $100
AM – Fall Festivities – Celebrate the season with different autumn-themed activities each week. Examples include: fall baking, apple picking, trying cozy fall drinks at local cafes, and taking in […] |
5 events,
AM 9-12pm: Community Connections - Shine as a volunteer in your community!! Each week we will visit community partners and attend local events that we can lend a helping hand […]
AM – Fall Baking – Learn to bake your favourite fall treats – apple crisp, pumpkin cheesecake bars, cinnamon coffee cake, and more! Cost: $65
PM 1-4pm: Love U 2 Pizzas - Join us every Thursday afternoon for a pizza party! Bring your flavour combo ideas and we will bring your pizza dreams to life. […] |
4 events,
AM 9-12pm: Mystery Mornings - Every week holds a new adventure! We will be going to different locations with friends from Owen Sound, trying new things, and having fun together. […]
PM 1-4pm: Casseroles: On Friday afternoons we will be preparing delicious homemade casseroles to enjoy and take home for supper! Cost: $100 |
0 events,
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