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The ABLE Network

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We inspire adults with intellectual disabilities to reach their full potential through access to better living and employment.

The ABLE Network is a fee for service, registered charity located in York Region, Ontario. We are a community based program that provides relevant inclusive work and recreation opportunities for young adults with Intellectual Disabilities (ID) in natural job and community settings. Our participants are supported in our five core programs of work experience, transit training, recreation, literacy and volunteer activities. The ABLE Network is based on strong principles and research that states that inclusion of persons with an ID in natural settings provides them with an equal opportunity to make a contribution to the health and well-being of their community.

10/21/2026

🍁 What an incredible evening! 🍁

Our Raise the Roof for ABLE fundraising event was a wonderful success, and we couldn't be more grateful to everyone who helped make it such a memorable night!

From the fantastic entertainment and beautiful setting to the generosity and enthusiasm of our guests, it truly was a special evening filled with friendship, laughter, and a shared commitment to supporting ABLE Network.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to the evening's success, especially:

❤️ Our generous sponsors for their incredible support and commitment to ABLE. This event would not have been possible without them.

❤️ Our wonderful guests for joining us and giving so generously throughout the evening.

❤️ Our dedicated Board members who devoted so much time and effort to planning and organizing this special evening. We're incredibly grateful for their hard work and commitment!

❤️ Our amazing volunteers and everyone behind the scenes who generously shared their time, talents, and expertise to bring the evening to life.

❤️ Those who generously donated auction and raffle prizes, as well as beverages for the evening, helping to make our fundraising activities and the event itself such a success.

🎶 And an especially heartfelt thank you to Ed Robertson - Ba*****ed Ladies and Alan Doyle Alan Doyle, who so generously gave their time and extraordinary talents to perform a benefit concert in support of ABLE. Their incredible performances were a highlight of the evening, and we are truly grateful for their kindness and generosity in helping make this event so special! 🎶

We are so fortunate to have such an amazing community of supporters who believe in the work we do and the individuals we support.

Thank you for making Raise the Roof for ABLE a night to remember and such a tremendous success! ❤️🍁

09/18/2026

Aiysha started her volunteer position at the Salvation Army Thrift Store yesterday and did an amazing job! She completed her orientation training, which included filling out paperwork, watching instructional videos on workplace safety, inclusion and accessibility, and store procedures, as well as learning her tasks. This is Aiysha’s first independent volunteer position at ABLE, making this an especially exciting day. We’re very proud of you, Aiysha! ✨

09/17/2026

A proud moment in Newmarket yesterday! James took the bus without staff for the very first time on his way to and from his first independent gym session and did an amazing job! 🚎 Way to go, James!! We’re so proud of you! 👏🏻 And a big thank you to his very supportive group members, Will and Olivia, for cheering him along the way!

08/14/2026

A full circle moment for our Newmarket group! 🌱💚

We’ve been so proud of the meaningful work we’re a part of through our community volunteering partnerships, and this week brought one of those special moments where everything came together!

Through our volunteering at the Community Garden with the York Region Food Network, our group harvested a variety of fresh produce straight from the garden. We then brought that fresh produce to the Community Fridge, our other volunteering partnership with the Newmarket Food Pantry. Our group packaged the produce into bags and added little positive messages for community members to find.

It was a great reminder of the impact that can happen when two amazing community partnerships come together. 🌱➡️🥕➡️💚

07/10/2026

A look at our new Community Crew Activity! 💙

Each week, our Richmond Hill participants in The Community Crew take part in one of four rotating community activities:
📚 Little ABLE Library
🥫 Food Bank Run
🌿 Community Clean-Up
💻 Library Social Club

From giving back and caring for our community to building independence, learning new skills, and exploring local resources, The Community Crew is all about making meaningful connections while having fun along the way!

We’re so proud of our participants for embracing new experiences, learning new skills, engaging with their community, and making a positive impact each week!

07/09/2026

We had our first volunteer shift at the Community Garden with the York Region Food Network, and it couldn’t have gone better! 🌱 A huge thank you to Paul, the Urban Agriculture Coordinator, for making today’s experience so fun, welcoming, and educational for our group. We got to explore the garden, learn how it’s set up, and put our weed-pulling skills to work. Those weeds didn’t stand a chance! 🪏

We’re excited to spend more time in the garden, learn new skills, and do our part to help. We’re grateful to be part of such a meaningful Newmarket community resource! 🪴
York Region Food Network

06/26/2026

Congratulations to Brent on winning the Anthony Longo Spirit of Giving Award at Longo's Green Lane! This award is a wonderful recognition of your hard work and positive attitude throughout the years!🏆👏🏼

06/25/2026

Congratulations to Lindsay on a successful first shift as a Server at Sharon Corners Retirement! 🎊 Lindsay did a great job familiarizing herself with her new tasks including serving coffee and meals, preparing desserts, setting tables, clearing dishes, and preparing soup and cracker plates. We look forward to seeing her continue to grow in her role. 🍽️ 🍲

06/05/2026

What an incredible day! 🎉 Today, Olivia took the bus independently for the very first time, and she absolutely rocked it! She knew exactly where she was going, and she was safe throughout her travels. We’re so proud of her for taking this huge step toward greater independence! Olivia is also doing such a great job at her first independent volunteer placement, where she helps sanitize the nursery toys at Northridge Community Church. Way to go, Olivia!! 👏🏻

05/25/2026

With summer less than a month away, our group wanted to learn about summer safety. ☀️ They had some great discussions and shared lots of important tips to help everyone have a safe and fun summer!

Address

44 Metcalfe Street
Aurora, ON
L4G1E6

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Website

http://www.theablenetwork.ca/

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