Join dialogue on accessibility
October 12, 2016
Canadians with disabilities continue to face barriers in their daily lives, especially in areas such as employment, income and social inclusion. The federal government wants to know more about those barriers and has launched a national consultation on new accessibility legislation. Find out how to participate at Canada.ca/Accessible-Canada.
FST launches United Way staff campaign
October 4, 2016
Family Service Toronto launched its staff campaign today in support of United Way Toronto and York Region. About 100 staff and guests attended a BBQ lunch where the campaign target of $26,000 was announced. FST is also hosting a team in the Enbridge CN Tower Stair Climb for United Way on Sunday, Oct. 23. We… Continue reading FST launches United Way staff campaign
Ombudsman: Systemic changes needed in developmental services
August 24, 2016
Ontario’s Ombudsman has called for significant changes to the province’s “fragmented and overly complicated” developmental services system following an investigation lasting almost four years. In his long-awaited report released Aug. 24, Paul Dub says Ontario’s failure to help desperate families who are unable to care for loved ones with developmental disabilities has left vulnerable people… Continue reading Ombudsman: Systemic changes needed in developmental services
FST moves to Victoria Park Hub
August 20, 2016
Family Service Toronto’s Scarborough office has moved to the Victoria Park Hub a multi-service centre at 1527 Victoria Park Ave. The new office, located on the Hub’s 2nd floor, will be open to the public from Tues. Sept. 6 following the August closure of our previous location at 747 Warden Ave. We look forward to… Continue reading FST moves to Victoria Park Hub
National consultation begins on accessible Canada
August 19, 2016
The federal government is inviting the public to take part in a national conversation to discuss what accessibility means to them and to share their vision of an accessible Canada. The national consultation process will assist in the development of planned accessibility legislation to promote equality of opportunity and increase the inclusion and participation of Canadians… Continue reading National consultation begins on accessible Canada
Ministry offers special focus groups
July 21, 2016
Are you receiving service from one of our Developmental Services programs? If yes, please participate in the Ministry of Community and Social Services focus groups with individuals and families who receive ministry-funded services and supports. We want to better understand what things in life you would like developmental services to help you or your family… Continue reading Ministry offers special focus groups
It’s unanimous!
July 19, 2016
Canada’s low-income families will keep the full Canada Child Benefit (CCB). All provinces and territories responded to Campaign 2000’s call for no clawbacks! They will support full CCB for families receiving income assistance. See Campaign 2000 infographic. Read more on CBC news: New Canada Child Benefit program payments start today Canada child benefit seen as… Continue reading It’s unanimous!
FST releases 2015-2016 Annual Report
June 16, 2016
Family Service Toronto held on June 15 its Annual General Meeting and Volunteer Appreciation at our Sterling Rd. office. The event was attended by board members, staff, and volunteers. Copies of our annual audited financial statements and 2015-16 Annual Report were distributed and are now available for download or online reading through our website. This… Continue reading FST releases 2015-2016 Annual Report
FST joins city in celebrating Pride Month
June 14, 2016
Toronto is hosting Canada’s first-ever Pride Month and we invite our friends and community members to celebrate with us as we recognize our LGBTQ communities. Share your dreams and hopes and participate in creating a beautiful art piece this Friday, June 17 from 3 to 7 p.m. at 128A Sterling Road in the city’s west… Continue reading FST joins city in celebrating Pride Month
FST salutes two Spanish-speaking seniors
June 8, 2016
Edith Bustamante, left and Susana Tuccilo are members of an Hispanic seniors group at Family Service Toronto. They both make a difference in their community by meeting with the elderly and speaking about elder abuse prevention.
Family Service Toronto celebrates seniors
June 1, 2016
June is Seniors’ Month in Ontario and Family Service Toronto celebrates the work of our Seniors and Caregivers Service unit and the contributions that all seniors make every day in communities across the province. Each week this month, we’ll recognize the work of one or more of seniors who actively participate in our programs. This… Continue reading Family Service Toronto celebrates seniors
Welcome to FST 5.0!
May 2, 2016
You’ve arrived. Yes, this is Family Service Toronto. And we’re glad you’re here. And we’re so pleased to show off our new online presence and redesigned website. It features improved language translation and an increased profile for our social media sites including Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube as well as a new mobile Instagram presence for… Continue reading Welcome to FST 5.0!