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06/19/2026

Lots of exciting things to share with you at the "new and improved" The Shop on Central by Bonny Lea Farm

Re-opening next week!

06/18/2026

Yesterday was a day we have been working towards for over ten years. The first two participants moved into Flemming House.
Our new barrier-free, fully accessible home offers adults with intellectual disabilities and higher mobility support needs the choice to live at home in their community of choice.
Thank you to everyone who helped to make this dream a reality!
**Joanne took a break from unpacking to let us know she is happy and excited to finally make the move. **

06/11/2026

Over the past week some of the participants have been experimenting with sewing alongside Alison, one of our Day Program instructors. So far they have made hair scrunchies, coasters and bracelets/arm bands. A the moment we're not sure if it's the sewing or using the "gas pedal" that they like more! But either way, it is a hit. The smiles tell it all.

06/01/2026

May 31-June 6 is National AccessAbility Week, celebrating accessibility and inclusion.

Here at Bonny Lea Farm, we are proud to champion accessibility and inclusion everyday.

Here are a few examples of accessibility and inclusion we spotted around town this week:
1) Toby ordered his coffee and muffin by himself at Tim Hortons, using his voice and his choice. Staff at Tim Hortons in Chester took the time to understand him, rather than turning to Toby's staff. This is what an accessible and inclusive community looks like.
Why is this important? Too often people with disabilities are "invisible" while community members turn to staff to speak for them or answer questions.
2) Toby has noticed the train sitting in Chester for quite some time and thought maybe it needed fixing. He and his staff (Max and Siri) took his tool box down to see what he could do. This is honouring his voice and choice in how he spends his time.
Why is this important? Some would have said, Toby, you can't fix that train. There is no point in taking your toolbox there. Instead, let him go and experience the train up close and make decisions for himself.
3) Toby is a wheelchair user and enjoys going for walks. At Graves Island Provincial Park there are places that he and his staff can access.
Why is this important? Accessing nature and public spaces is important for our mental and physical health. Having accessible parks and areas in the community make it a space everyone can enjoy.

"Building a Strong, Accessible Canada" goes beyond having an accessible built environment - wheelchair accessible bathrooms and automatic door openers- although these are important. It means honouring the voices, choices and abilities.

During National AccessAbility Week 2026, we invite you to reflect on "Building a Strong, Accessible Canada". What progress has been made? What will you commit to do to break down remaining attitudinal and physical barriers?

Join us in celebrating inclusion—because accessibility benefits us all. Together, we can build a more equitable future where every person thrives.

05/29/2026

UPDATE-
Wow! Maplewave, you are amazing! A “small” tech company with a BIG heart. This company has great values and walks the talk with a Charity Committee that selects a charity each year to support.

Last night was their annual Trivia Night Fundraiser. This year Bonny Lea Farm is their lucky charity partner.

Thank you Maplewave! And all of the people who came out for trivia and supported the event, and businesses who donated items for the silent auction. (We only have photos of a few but there were MANY).

We can’t wait to host you for a visit and tour at Bonny Lea Farm.
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Do you like trivia? Do you love Bonny Lea Farm? How about putting the two together?
That's what Maplewave has done as a fundraiser for Bonny Lea Farm on June 4 in Dartmouth!
There are still a few spots available.

05/27/2026

Calling adults living with a disability in Nova Scotia! 📢

We’re sharing an important new study from the Canadian Centre for Housing Rights and the University of Winnipeg.

If you have a disability, chronic condition, or access need that affects your housing or daily life, they want to hear from you. The goal is to better understand the housing barriers and discrimination people living with a disability face across Canada.

Scan the QR code on the poster or head to the link to take the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/H3YGCBT?organization=bonny_lea_farm

"Your Housing Experience Matters."

Highlights:

• Who: Disabled adults (18+) in BC, MB, ON, and NS.

• Topic: Experiences finding and staying in housing.

• Incentive: Chance to win 1 of 20 $50 gift cards.

• Contact: 1-800-263-1139 or [email protected].]

05/26/2026

It was a full house on Sunday for the Chester’s Got MORE Talent Benefit Concert featuring Jamie Junger &. the Shorejammers, Studio Singers, Caprici, Cynthia & Tom Myers’s Trio, Bonny Lea Farm’s ukelele group and more.
Thank you to all who came out to enjoy the music and showing your support for Bonny Lea Farm! 🎶
And, thank you to the Mental Health Foundation for funding the ukulele workshops.

05/21/2026

Toby, Larry and Ben made cookies for their staff. Looks like they are having a great time together!!

05/19/2026

**FREE CONCERT**Sunday, May 24 at 4:00 at Bonny Lea Farm!
(Donations are welcome)
A number of participants have been learning to play the ukelele with Jamie Junger over the last few months. They will be playing as part of the "I'm A Star Ukelele All-Stars".

05/15/2026

Sonya took a day off the other week and took in a SCARY movie and dinner out. Now she is looking forward to the release of the next in the Evil Dead series. Yikes!
She asked me to share this and ask what your favourite scary movie is?

Address

5 Collicutt Road, Highway 14, PO Box 560
Chester, NS
B0J1J0

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+19022755622

Website

http://www.bonnyleafarm.ca/

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