Owl Learning Centre

The Owl Learning Centre (OLC) focuses on fostering growth, skills development, and empowerment to make decisions.

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Owl Employment

Is a Supported Employment Program that supports people with disabilities find and maintain employment in their community.

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Foundations

Foundations helps young adults with developmental disabilities make a successful transition from school to community participation.

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SIL

Supported Independent Living (SIL) is a community service providing individualized assistance to individuals residing independently.

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Y'S OWL MACLURE CO-OP CENTRE

Y’s Owl Maclure Co operative Centre has over 34 years’ experience collaborating with individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Prior to, 1999 Y’s Owl Co-op and the K.C. Maclure Habilitation Centre operated as two separate agencies. In response to the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services, ‘Making Services Work for People’ initiative, Y’s Owl Co-op and the K.C. Maclure Habilitation Centre merged to become Y’s Owl Maclure Co-operative Centre Inc.

Currently, Y’s Owl Maclure Co – operative Centre supports approximately 300 members and offers a wide range of services, on site and community-based programs. We provide a safe environment promoting a person’s right to become a fully participating member of their community.

MISSION STATEMENT

Y’S OWL MACLURE CO-OPERATIVE CENTRE, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE COMMUNITY, CREATES DAYTIME OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDING EMPLOYMENT, FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES. 

WHAT'S NEW AT YOM

For the past 35 years Y’s Owl Maclure Co-operative Centre has recognized and supported important discussions, highlighting the many benefits of inclusive hiring in the workplace. We are not only encouraging the community and employers to engage in Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM 2024) but we are developing increased interest in employment inclusion throughout the year.

For More Information on Disability Employment Awareness Month visit:

https://www.odenetwork.com/

The Owl Cafe and Meeting Place is a social enterprise operated by Y’s Owl Maclure Co-operative. It is more than just a cafe – it provides employment opportunities for people with disabilities and autistic persons. The Owl Cafe provides the supportive environment for employees to gain valuable knowledge, experience and build confidence.

We serve amazing coffee from local roaster The Artery Community roasters and delicious fresh food made on-site. We want to highlight all of the employees skills and talents.

We know everyone is good at something – when you believe in people, and provide the right amount of support – amazing things can happen. Confidence increases and skills are uncovered. We want other employers to know there is a committed and diverse workforce to meet their business needs. The Owl Cafe – Brewing Change.

A Big Thank you to Tracey and Lee Underwood for sharing their personal story. We also want to thank the  McGillivray Family, The Owl Cafe Team, co-op members, staff team, families and community members for making the Owl Cafe such a success!

This powerful video would not have been possible without the incredible work of the Founder of One Market Media- Jimm Fox. https://onemarketmedia.com/

The Owl Employment Program- Y’s Owl Maclure Co-operative has supported job seekers with their employment goals and partnered with employers with hiring, accommodating and retaining a diverse workforce for over 30 years. For more information please see our programs and services section.

Y’s Owl Maclure Co-operative has various community partners and memberships that are related to inclusive hiring and retention for people with disabilities:

The Artery Community Roasters – https://thearterycommunityroasters.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorpfKdtiRLWk_IR_Jl_m11flSa-7k5MJOBmSRYFpIg5WZ_F4Lt9

Employment Accessibility Resource Network- EARN – https://earn-paire.ca/

Ready Willing and Able-RWA – https://readywillingable.ca/

Ontario Disability Employment Network-ODEN – https://www.odenetwork.com/

WE ARE COMMITTED TO::

  • Recognizing the unique spirit of each individual
  • Treating all individuals with dignity and respect
  • Respecting the individual’s right of choice
  • Supporting the principle that all individuals are entitled to take reasonable risks inherent in personal growth.
  • Recognizing an individual’s strengths and responding to their needs; and
  • Fostering an environment that encourages all individuals associated with Y’s Owl Maclure Co – operative Centre, to strive for excellence.

WE FOCUS ON PROVIDING SUPPORTS AND SERVICES WHICH:

  • Allow for self-direction
  • Enhance integration in the community
  • Provide peer support
  • Offer opportunities for personal growth and improved self-est.

Y’s Owl Maclure is looking to recruit community members to join our engaged Board of Directors

Y’s Owl Maclure Cooperative Centre has over 35 years’ experience collaborating with individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

Currently, Y’s Owl Maclure Co – operative Centre supports over 200 members and offers a wide range of services, on site and community-based programs. We provide a safe environment promoting a person’s right to become a fully participating member of their community.

MISSION STATEMENT

Y’S OWL MACLURE CO-OPERATIVE CENTRE, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE COMMUNITY, CREATES DAYTIME OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDING EMPLOYMENT FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES.

  • Recognizing the unique spirit of everyone
  • Treating all individuals with dignity and respect
  • Respecting the individual’s right of choice
  • Supporting the principle that all individuals are entitled to take reasonable risks inherent in personal growth.
  • Recognizing an individual’s strengths and responding to their needs; and Fostering an environment that encourages all individuals associated with Y’s Owl Maclure Co – operative Centre, to strive for excellence.

WE FOCUS ON PROVIDING SUPPORTS AND SERVICES WHICH:

  • Allow for self-direction
  • Enhance integration in the community
  • Provide peer support
  • Offer opportunities for personal growth and improved self-esteem.

Y’s Owl Maclure is looking for individuals to enhance the Board of Directors as part of an ongoing recruitment strategy.

We are specifically looking for Board members with experience in Human Resources, Fundraising and Marketing, Strategic Planning and Financial Management. The Board of Directors meets once a month (September to June)  and Board committees meet once a month. The time commitment is approximately 4-5 hours a month.

Board membership is a great opportunity to serve the community and support the work of Y’s Owl Maclure in providing support and services to over 200 individuals.

Qualified candidates will have an opportunity to meet with Board leadership, participate in a Board meeting and tour Y’s Owl Maclure.

If you are interested in joining the Y’s Owl Maclure Co-operative Centre’s Board of Directors, please submit a resume to ysowl@ysowlmaclure.org

Resumes will be reviewed and qualified candidates will be contacted by October 23, 2023.

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Services à l’emploi: AISO, AOCPDI

Services de gestion de cas: Coordination des services

Services de répit: AISO, AOCPDI, Coordination des services (achats de services)

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