It is hard to put into words the positive difference in Xavier since starting the IBI program in November. He's gone from 5-10 words to over 500 words! He's making eye contact, and being social with neighbours. The staff at Surrey Place are in my … [Read more...] about Super Heroes
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Government of Ontario to Expand Autism Services for Children and Youth
Monday May 7, 2018, Toronto – The government of Ontario announced a commitment to invest $62 million in new funding for the Ontario Autism Program (OAP). The new funding will build on the government’s previous funding commitment of more than $500 … [Read more...] about Government of Ontario to Expand Autism Services for Children and Youth
Women's Xchange Funding Award
Congratulations to principal investigator Shirley McMillan (clinical nurse specialist with Adult services); Linda Wise, Deborah Bluestein, and Lisa Malcho (PEP therapists); and Janet Vogt (Senior Research Associate) for receiving the Women’s Xchange … [Read more...] about Women's Xchange Funding Award
University of Toronto’s S.M.I.L.E. Program
The Sensory Motor Instructional Leadership Experience (S.M.I.L.E.) program was founded in 1982 by Dr. Jack Scholtz from Acadia University, which offers children and youth with varying disabilities a unique physical activity experience to improve … [Read more...] about University of Toronto’s S.M.I.L.E. Program
Parent "in awe of diligent efforts" by Connections, Surrey Place, and School
We, as a family, feel incredibly lucky when it comes to the tremendous support and therapies we have received via Surrey Place Centre. Since diagnosis, we have greatly benefited from the Infant and Early Childhood Program, Toronto ABA and, most … [Read more...] about Parent "in awe of diligent efforts" by Connections, Surrey Place, and School
School Support Program-Connections for Students is a Surrey Place service that helps children have a seamless transition from IBI to full time school.
Originally concerned about how her child would adjust to the change, this mother wanted us to know that she is now very happy with the outcome: “I want to thank you and your school board counterpart for today. You are always positive when it … [Read more...] about School Support Program-Connections for Students is a Surrey Place service that helps children have a seamless transition from IBI to full time school.
We always appreciate when a parent lets us know that our work makes a difference.
Today a group of parents attended Surrey Place Centre's funding information session. As we wrapped up our meeting a mom named Charmaine said: "If anyone hasn't told you today, you guys are doing an awesome job". … [Read more...] about We always appreciate when a parent lets us know that our work makes a difference.
Surrey Place Centre Welcomes Minister of Children and Youth Services Autism Announcement -Transforming Ontario Autism Services
Toronto, June 8, 2017 – The Honourable Michael Coteau, Minister of Children and Youth Services, announced today that the Ontario government is transforming the way that children and youth with autism, and their families will receive services and … [Read more...] about Surrey Place Centre Welcomes Minister of Children and Youth Services Autism Announcement -Transforming Ontario Autism Services
Surrey Place Centre Charitable Foundation Benefits from TELUS Match Program
Toronto, June 8, 2017 - Surrey Place Centre Charitable Foundation is honoured to receive a generous donation of $17,400 from the 2016 TELUS Match program. The TELUS Match Program is about giving back to communities and charitable organization … [Read more...] about Surrey Place Centre Charitable Foundation Benefits from TELUS Match Program
Letter of Thanks from the Minister of Children and Youth Services the Honourable Michael Coteau
Pleased to share letter of thanks sent from the Minister of Children and Youth Services the Honourable Michael Coteau to all Autism providers. Autism Letter to Providers (ENG) Autism Letter to Providers (FRE) … [Read more...] about Letter of Thanks from the Minister of Children and Youth Services the Honourable Michael Coteau