Easter Seals Canada

05/27/2026

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Show your support to Canadians with disabilities by sharing a selfie or group photo with friends, classmates, or family—wearing red—on social media using .

Visit easterseals.ca/redshirtday for resources, activities, and more ways to get involved!

05/25/2026

Naiya is a playful 10-year-old whose adventurous spirit shines at Easter Seals Ontario’s Family Camp!

Living with cerebral palsy and requiring support with daily mobility and self-care, Naiya has found a place where accessibility means freedom to fully participate.
“We don’t have to decide which activities she can or can’t do,” says her mom, Vanessa. “She can participate in the ones she wants. And it’s really nice that the other kids, including siblings, are all so great with each other.”

At camp, Naiya gets to explore activities at her own pace and on her own terms. Last summer, she and Vanessa returned to Camp Merrywood excited to reconnect with friends and jump back into some of their favourite activities — sailing, squash, and peaceful canoe rides.

Swipe to see some of their favourite moments from last summer at Camp Merrywood! ⬇️

05/22/2026

Every year, hundreds of superheroes take over skylines from coast to coast in support of Easter Seals Canada through Drop Zone! Ready to rappel for a great cause? Find a Drop Zone event near you:

📍 Aug 11 – Halifax
📍 Aug 18 – Winnipeg
📍 Aug 22 – Regina
📍 Sept 9 – Victoria
📍 Sept 14 – Burnaby
📍 Sept 17 – Vancouver
📍 Sept 22 – Kelowna
📍 Oct 1 – Toronto

Register at thedropzone.ca

05/15/2026

When Rowan was just a toddler, his mom Lisa imagined what the future might hold. “Wouldn’t it be great if one day Rowan grew up to become an Easter Seals ambassador?” she wondered.

Years later, that dream became reality. In 2026, 16-year-old Rowan was named the Easter Seals PEI Ambassador.

Rowan, who has Down syndrome, is known for his warm, magnetic personality. He’s genuine, loving, and makes friends everywhere he goes. His energy is infectious—you can’t help but smile when he’s around.

Rowan loves music and dancing and has been part of a hip hop group for the past three years. He’s also a proud member of the Joy Riders, where he enjoys horseback riding. As Rowan’s father says, “we focus on Rowan’s abilities rather than his disabilities.”

But one of Rowan’s favourite places is camp. At Easter Seals Camp Gencheff, Rowan attends every day of the week during the summer, building confidence, friendships, and independence in a place where he truly belongs.

Swipe to see Rowan's favourite moments captured on Camp Gencheff last year, including his very special birthday celebration. ⬇️

05/14/2026

05/14/2026

For over three decades, We Care has been making summer camp unforgettable!

Since 1990, We Care has raised more than $23.6 million helping send over 12,000 kids to accessible camps across Canada.

These camps are more than just a getaway, they’re where confidence grows, lifelong friendships are formed, and everyone experiences the true joy of belonging.

05/13/2026

05/12/2026

Did you know that over 8 million Canadians live with a disability? That’s 1 in 4 people across the country.

For many, the cost of living with a disability can be overwhelming. In fact, an estimated 1.6 million Canadians with disabilities cannot afford the essential equipment and medications they need to live independently and thrive.

That’s where Easter Seals steps in. Through vital programs and services—including financial support for assistive technology, training and education, rehabilitative and occupational therapy, inclusive sport and recreation, and accessible summer camps—Easter Seals is helping to remove barriers and create opportunities every day.

Together, we can build a more accessible and inclusive Canada for everyone.

Learn more at easterseals.ca

05/06/2026

Canada Goes Red on June 3 - Join Us! ❤️

Show your support to Canadians with disabilities by sharing a selfie or group photo with friends, classmates, or family—wearing red—on social media using .

Visit easterseals.ca/redshirtday for resources, activities, and more ways to get involved!

05/04/2026

Easter Seals Camps empower kids, youth, and adults living with disabilities to imagine what’s possible and achieve it.

Every moment is designed so campers can explore, connect, and thrive.

Learn more at easterseals.ca/camps

05/01/2026

Register now > https://buff.ly/oZH0XhW

On June 2, former competitive speed skater Cynthia Simmons, who proudly represented Canada on the international stage will join us for a free virtual conference celebrating National AccessAbility Week.

Cynthia brings a wealth of lived experience and insight to conversations about sport, competition, and personal growth, and will be speaking about Sport and Leisure on a panel that explores how making sport and leisure activities accessible can transform lives and strengthen communities.

Additional panels will cover employment and AI, housing and accessible design, and procurement—featuring Canadians with lived experience and expertise in accessibility.

This event is funded by the Government of Canada, and presented in partnership with CCRW and IDC/BCANDS. To register, visit https://buff.ly/oZH0XhW

Video description: Cynthia speaks to the camera from her home.

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Le 2 juin, l’ancienne patineuse de vitesse de niveau compétitif Cynthia Simmons — qui a fièrement représenté le Canada sur la scène internationale — se joindra à nous pour une conférence virtuelle gratuite célébrant la Semaine nationale de l’accessibilité.

Cynthia apporte une riche expérience vécue et un point de vue éclairé aux discussions sur le sport, la compétition et le développement personnel. Elle participera à un panel sur le sport et les loisirs, qui explorera comment rendre les activités sportives et de loisir accessibles peut transformer des vies et renforcer les communautés.

D’autres panels porteront sur l’emploi et l’intelligence artificielle, le logement et le design accessible, ainsi que l’approvisionnement, et mettront en vedette des Canadiennes et Canadiens ayant une expérience vécue et une expertise en matière d’accessibilité.

Cet événement est financé par le gouvernement du Canada et présenté en partenariat avec CCRT et IDC/BCANDS. Pour vous inscrire, visitez https://buff.ly/oZH0XhW

Description de la vidéo : Cynthia s’adresse à la caméra depuis son domicile.