World Cerebral Palsy Day - September 04, 2012
"It gives me great pleasure to have this opportunity to extend the support of the Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy to this World CP Day Campaign - September 04, 2012. We look forward to working with CP organizations around the world." - says Clarence Meyers, OFCP Executive Director.
Please stay tuned as more information to follow!
Healthy View, Healthy You
2012 Annual Conference for People who Provide Support Services to People who have a Disability
May 16 - 18, 2012. Geneva Park, Orillia.
The OFCP is pleased to present our 2012 Annual Conference for People who Provide Support Services to People who Have a Disability. This year's conference, “Healthy View, Healthy You”, offers a holistic approach to support service professionals. We are excited to present an all new conference format that focuses on both professional and personal development.
Held on the beautiful grounds of the Geneva Park Conference Centre in Orillia, “Healthy View, Healthy You” is a unique opportunity to acquire special skills and training from leading professionals. The privacy and natural surroundings of Geneva Park will leave you rejuvenated and inspired. We hope that you can join us - come prepared to share, learn and grow!
Click here to download the brochure for our Healthy View, Healthy You Conference
Tax Tips for the 2011 Taxation Year
Tax time is once again upon us! Below is a link to the article Tax Tips 2011, to help guide you through the possible Tax Deductions, Credits or Benefits that are available to people with a disability and their families.
Click here for the Tax Tips 2011
2012 OFCP Annual Award Nominations
The Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy has established several annual awards to acknowledge persons with cerebral palsy, their families, professionals and community members for their significant contributions in improving lives of people with cerebral palsy in Ontario.
We are pleased to announce that nominations for 2012 OFCP Annual Awards will be accepted until Friday, June 15, 2012. Please note that our due date for nominations is earlier this year as the OFCP Annual Conference will also be held at an earlier time on September 28 – 30, 2012. For more information regarding award nominations please click here.
Participants Needed for a Study at The U of Western Ontario
Researchers at The University of Western Ontario are conducting a study involving individuals with cerebral palsy aged 14 to 30 years and are looking for participants. A survey package would be mailed out to participants with the questionnaire covering topics such as fatigue, physical activity, pain, level of optimism and mobility. The questionnaire can also be completed online. If you have questions, would like to participate, or know of someone who might like to take part in their study, please contact Laura Brunton at lbrunto2@uwo.ca for further information.
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act - AODA
OFCP's AODA Customer Service Standards Policy
The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) became law on June 13, 2005. One of the key areas of focus is customer service. The Customer Service Standard came into force in 2008, with compliance required by January 1, 2012. To obtain a copy of the OFCP's AODA Customer Service Standard Policy please contact us.
As we strive to improve accessibility for our clients with disabilities, we welcome your feedback. Please call the toll free number at 1-877-244-9686 or local number at 416-244-9686. Or you can click here to fill out a form or just send us an email.
Thank you.
Research on Physical Activity Needs Participants
A research project from McMaster University is looking for 20 - 40 year old volunteers with cerebral palsy who use wheeled mobility in most or all settings to participate in a study of physical activity, cardiovascular health, and obesity in south-western Ontario. Please click here for additional information.