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Community Chats
Welcome to "Community Chats," bringing you stories and insights from the heart of Community Living Toronto. From frontline champions, advocates, and volunteers to the people we support, their families and friends, together we explore the different experiences, celebrate success stories, share memorable moments, discuss pressing challenges and new developments in the sector.
New Episodes will be available on 15th and 30th of each month on Buzzsprout, Spotify, Audible, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts.
Host: Community Living Toronto - Instagram (@cltoronto), Facebook (@CLToronto), Twitter (@CLToronto), LinkedIn (@CLToronto)
Learn more about Community Living Toronto at https://cltoronto.ca/
Episodes
21 episodes
Community, Connection, and Advocacy: Championing Inclusion for Black caregivers
Today, we have a chat between Brad Saunders, CEO of Community Living Toronto, and Sherron Grant, parent, advocate and co-founder of Sawubona. In this episode, Sherron shares how her family navigated their son’s autism diagnosis and found ...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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42:32
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MAID: Legal Perspectives and Ethical Considerations
Today, we have a chat between Brad Saunders, CEO of Community Living Toronto, and Brendon Pooran, Founder of PooranLaw. In this Episode, Brendon shares a breakdown of what Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) is and the origin behind its introduc...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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43:38
The Journey of a Lifetime: When Siblings Step In
Today, we have a chat between Brad Saunders, CEO of Community Living Toronto, and Helen Ries, co-funder of Siblings Canada. In this episode, Helen shares her journey as a caregiver for her brother, Paul, and the joys and challenges of stepping ...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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44:06
From Parents to Siblings: A Story of Love, Hope, and Progress
Today, we have a chat between Brad Saunders, CEO of Community Living Toronto, and Melissa Wilson, parent and supporter of Community Living Toronto. In this episode, Melissa shares her son, Michael’s early years, the programs and supports that s...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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40:42
Inclusive Education: Where Every Student Belongs
Welcome to "Community Chats," bringing you stories and insights from the heart of Community Living Toronto. From Developmental Services champions, advocates, and volunteers to the people we support, their families and friends, together we explo...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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49:00
Future Planning: Start the Conversation Today
Welcome to "Community Chats," bringing you stories and insights from the heart of Community Living Toronto. From Developmental Services champions, advocates, and volunteers to the people we support, their families and friends, together we explo...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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32:45
Rethinking Medications for Better Health
Welcome to "Community Chats," bringing you stories and insights from the heart of Community Living Toronto. From frontline champions, advocates, and volunteers to the people we support, their families and friends, together we explore the differ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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43:13
8 Years Later: Finding Support
Welcome to "Community Chats," bringing you stories and insights from the heart of Community Living Toronto. From frontline champions, advocates, and volunteers to the people we support, their families and friends, together we explore the differ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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34:12
Paul's Story: A Life of Joy and Connection
Welcome to "Community Chats," bringing you stories and insights from the heart of Community Living Toronto. From frontline champions, advocates, and volunteers to the people we support, their families and friends, together we explore the differ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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28:38
Collective Action: We Are Stronger Together
Welcome to "Community Chats," bringing you stories and insights from the heart of Community Living Toronto. From frontline champions, advocates, and volunteers to the people we support, their families and friends, together we explore the differ...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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32:08
A Place to Belong
Welcome to "Community Chats," bringing you stories and insights from the heart of Community Living Toronto. From frontline champions, advocates, and volunteers to the people we support, their families and friends, together we explore the differ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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36:32
Redefining Workplaces for Inclusion
Welcome to "Community Chats," bringing you stories and insights from the heart of Community Living Toronto. From frontline champions, advocates, and volunteers to the people we support, their families and friends, together we explore the differ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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31:47
Volunteering For Change
Welcome to "Community Chats," bringing you stories and insights from the heart of Community Living Toronto. From frontline champions, advocates, and volunteers to the people we support, their families and friends, together we explore the differ...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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22:41
Life In The Community
Welcome to "Community Chats," bringing you stories and insights from the heart of Community Living Toronto. From frontline champions, advocates, and volunteers to the people we support, their families and friends, together we explore the differ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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29:35
A Legacy of Advocacy
Welcome to "Community Chats," bringing you stories and insights from the heart of Community Living Toronto. From frontline champions, advocates, and volunteers to the people we support, their families and friends, together we explore the differ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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25:56
The Caregiver's Journey
Welcome to "Community Chats," bringing you stories and insights from the heart of Community Living Toronto. From frontline champions, advocates, and volunteers to the people we support, their families and friends, together we explore the differ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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26:58
Inclusive Education
Welcome to "Community Chats," bringing you stories and insights from the heart of Community Living Toronto. From frontline champions, advocates, and volunteers to the people we support, their families and friends, together we explore the differ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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29:31
Advocating For Inclusion
Welcome to "Community Chats," bringing you stories and insights from the heart of Community Living Toronto. From frontline champions, advocates, and volunteers to the people we support, their families and friends, together we explore the differ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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21:23
A Parent's Journey
Welcome to "Community Chats," bringing you stories and insights from the heart of Community Living Toronto. From frontline champions, advocates, and volunteers to the people we support, their families and friends, together we explore the differ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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20:14
Advocating For Your Loved Ones
Welcome to "Community Chats," bringing you stories and insights from the heart of Community Living Toronto. From frontline champions, advocates, and volunteers to the people we support, their families and friends, together we explore the differ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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25:01
Empowering Through Community
Welcome to "Community Chats," bringing you stories and insights from the heart of Community Living Toronto. From frontline champions, advocates, and volunteers to the people we support, their families and friends, together we explore the differ...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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33:31