Centre for Independent Living in Toronto - CILT Inc.

06/07/2026

We were thrilled to participate in this year's AccessFest today at David Pecaut Square in downtown Toronto. CILT was one of a wide range of orgs exhibiting at this outdoor accessibility fair.

Big Shoutout to AccessNow and event partners for Year 2 of this community festival that advances accessibility, not as an add-on, but as foundational to building a disability inclusive Canada- and a movement.

AccessNow

Alt: 10 photos of scenes from AccessFest -speakers on the main stage; people at workshops and exhibitor tables, and crowd scenes.

06/05/2026

CILT is recruiting for new board members!

Join our dynamic Board of Directors as we continue to empower people with disabilities to live independently and take control of their own lives.

Link and details to apply is on the CILT website or at the following link: https://cilt.ca/join-cilts-board-of-directors-seeking-committed-individuals-to-champion-independent-living-principles-for-people-with-disabilities-2/

06/05/2026

Join our community at AccessFest happening TOMORROW at David Pecaut Square, 215 King St W, Toronto from 9am - 9pm. The event is free for all to attend!

CILT and the Direct Funding team will be there partaking in the festivities and sharing information about managing your own attendant care, putting you in control of your life.

Come and celebrate with us!

06/03/2026

As we continue to mark the contributions of people with disabilities on National AccessAbility Week, creating a more accessible and inclusive society takes collective action from governments, organizations, communities, and individuals.

What is one change you would like to see from the government to better address accessibility barriers experienced by people with disabilities?

06/03/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT: "Renew human rights-based approach to Canada’s housing strategy."
Ottawa, Ontario – Office of the Federal Housing Advocate
June 3rd, 2026

“When governments work alongside those most affected and design policies that reflect real needs, we can achieve lasting change. This is why a human rights-based approach offers a clear and effective path forward to address Canada’s housing crisis and build a more inclusive future.”
– Marie-Josée Houle, Federal Housing Advocate

The Canadian Human Rights Commission is Canadas national human rights institution. The Commission helps ensure that everyone in Canada is treated fairly, no matter who they are.

06/01/2026

Congratulations on 40 years of supporting Independent Living and representing people with disabilities from coast to coast to coast! And a huge shoutout to all member centers celebrating this week recognizing Independent Living Across Canada Day!

06/01/2026

CILT is proud to mark Independent Living Across Canada Day today on June 1st. Recognized annually, this day promotes the human right of people with disabilities in Canada to live with autonomy, inclusion and independence in their communities.

At a time of growing erosion of these rights, CILT calls on all societal sectors to advance bold progress towards people with disabilities realizing these rights.

Last year, CILT celebrated 40 years of empowering people with disabilities to live independently and control their own lives.

05/31/2026

It's National AccessAbility Week and we want to honour it by sharing CILT’s commitment to accessibility!

Access is a core principle of Independent Living. It's a necessary step towards dignified equity and inclusion for disabled people. We strive and advocate for embedding accessibility into programs and services from the start.

What is one thing you can commit to this week to improve accessibility at your organization or in your community?

05/22/2026

Yesterday, we joined over 35 community sector leaders at the City for All Campaign Partner’s Summit at the Native Canadian Cultural Centre. We strategized on ways to demand a 'Better Toronto for All' from our city's municipal leaders and this fall’s new city council. We're pleased to say that disabled and Deaf Toronto residents are among the equity-seeking communities elevated in this campaign.
City for All's 6 campaign pillars:
• Housing for All
• Affordability for All
• Economy for All
• Transit for All
• Wellbeing for All
• Resilient Neighbourhoods for All

Thanks for convening this vital summit, Social Planning Toronto 👏

CILT will be recirculating a notice of the City for All Summit, Saturday, June 13, in person. Please join us! Everyone is welcome. Register here: http://socialplanningtoronto.org/summit



Alt Description: photo of participants at City for All Summit.
1. A group table of 6 adults in a room. Five are seated and looking in the direction of a standing speaker holding a microphone.

05/22/2026

CILT and the Direct Funding program is proud to be a Community Champion of 2026!

AccessFest is a free, open-to-all festival celebrating accessibility and inclusion. It's a first-of-its-kind festival where accessibility isn't an afterthought.

This year's event will be taking place on Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 9am–9pm at David Pecaut Square, 215 King St W, Toronto. Admission is FREE.

Mark your calendars for June 6 and be part of the movement this year. Learn more at AccessFest.ca!