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Inclusion Services
Inclusion Support for registered programs
The City of Oshawa provides accessible and inclusive recreation opportunities for participants of all abilities.
Inclusion support may be beneficial if the participant:
- receives additional support at school
- receives support at home for basic care
- engages in behaviour that could affect the safety of themselves or others
- is associated with a support agency
Inclusion Support information
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How do I request inclusion support? |
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You can request one to one or one to two inclusion support for any program listed in the activeOshawa Recreation Program Guide. Request inclusion support for: Register for your program/camp of choice and for the Inclusion Services Support course. Registering in this course is the only way to ensure your request for inclusion support is received. |
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How do I know if I got the inclusion support that I requested? |
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The Inclusion Coordinator will confirm if the request for inclusion support has been fulfilled. Requests are processed in the order they are received and based on the availability of inclusion staff. Participants may provide their own support staff to assist if desired. |
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External support workers |
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External support workers can attend all programs. The family that the external support worker represents must cover any extra costs related to a program. We may request personal information from the support worker for emergencies. External support workers must submit a Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Search (within the last six months) and proof of valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification to the Inclusion Services Coordinator. |
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Participant information for inclusion support |
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All participants who access inclusion services are required to complete the Inclusion Services Participant Profile. |
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What do if I'm going to be absent? |
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If the participant of inclusion services will be absent, contact the Inclusions Services Coordinator at 905-436-3311, ext. 2620. |
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Inclusion Services forms |
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Inclusion Services Leisure Activities
Inclusion Family and Friends Public Swims
These public swim times are dedicated to individuals of all abilities and their families and friends. Mobility devices with clean wheel will be permitted on the pool deck. Caregivers are responsible for providing one on one support in the pool as needed. Typical public swim rules and fees apply. Offered at the Delpark Homes Centre and South Oshawa Community Centre.
View our Family and Friends Swim Social Narrative for more information.
| Day | Time | Location |
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| Wednesday | 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | South Oshawa Community Centre |
For more information, please contact the Inclusion Services Coordinator or call 905 436-3311 ex. 2620.
Inclusion Family and Friends Badminton
This program is dedicated to individuals of all abilities, their families and friends. Mobility devices with clean wheels such as wheelchairs, walkers and standers are permitted. This drop-in program is unsupervised. Active participation and supervision is required. Typical drop-in rules and fees apply. Offered at the Delpark Homes Centre.
| Day | Time | Location |
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| Friday | 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. | Delpark Homes Centre |
For more information, please contact the Inclusion Services Coordinator or call 905 436-3311 ex. 2620.
Inclusion Drop-in Preschool
Age-appropriate activities for preschoolers of all abilities and their parents/guardians. Mobility devices with clean wheels, such as wheelchairs, walkers, and standers are permitted. Designed for children 0 to 6 years of age to play and socialize in an unstructured environment. Participants should bring indoor footwear to play. This drop-in program is unsupervised. Active participation and supervision by the caregiver is required. Siblings are welcome to attend as well. Typical drop-in rules and fees apply. Offered at the Delpark Homes Centre.
View our Preschool Drop-In Social Narrative for more information.
| Day | Time | Location |
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| Monday | 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. | Delpark Homes Centre |
For more information, please contact the Inclusion Services Coordinator or call 905 436-3311 ex. 2620.
Inclusion Support for City programs and services
We are committed to developing an inclusive community by providing accessible programs and services in a manner that respects the dignity and independence of people with disabilities.
Learn about our other inclusive programs and services:
- Recreation subsidy programs for more information on financial assistance available for recreation and culture programs.
- Accessible programs and services.
- Lakeview Park Beach for information about our beach access mat.