2022

LATEST NEWS FROM Empower simcoe
06 Nov: The Empower Simcoe Artisans Card Contest is Back

In partnership with Creative Cafe, Barrie, the Empower Simcoe Artisans’ Card Contest is once again open for art submissions from the…

05 Nov: A Night to Celebrate with Empower Simcoe!

The totals are in. Over $43,000 raised at the 2024 Empower Simcoe Celebrating Community Champions Fashion Show! This year’s show…

28 Oct: Connecting With His Customers One Smile at a Time

Spreading Joy Through Every Interaction: Paul’s Impact at Dollar Tree Paul Elliott is a shining example of exceptional customer service,…

22 Oct: Empower Simcoe Shines a Light on Disability Inclusive Hiring

Lighting the Way to Inclusive Workplaces: Celebrating Empower Simcoe’s Commitment to Disability Employment Thanks to everyone for participating in Light…

17 Oct: A Cut Above the Rest in Fostering Inclusion in the Workplace

Nick Weishuhn insists on being punctual in his job at Country Meat Cuts. Arriving thirty minutes ahead of his shift,…

09 Oct: Inclusive Employment is blooming at Fleurish Floral Studio

Fleurish Floral Studio truly believes in the everlasting impact of flowers in transforming lives. Located just off Snow Valley Road…

04 Oct: Empower Simcoe Launches “Social Shuffle” Event to Build Connections

Social Shuffle A Fun, Fast-Paced Event Designed to Help You Meet New People and Spark Meaningful Connections Looking for a…

02 Oct: Orange Shirt Day 2024 at Empower Simcoe

Honouring Truth, Promoting Awareness On September 30th, Empower Simcoe wore orange to recognize National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, more…

19 Sep: Now Accepting Nominations for the 2025 Inclusion Excellence Awards!

At Empower Simcoe, we believe that “Kids Belong Together”, whether in classrooms or virtual learning spaces. That’s why we’re excited…

19 Sep: Discover Support and Fun at Empower Simcoe’s Sibshops for Siblings

Sibshops are designed just for siblings (ages 8 to 13) of kids and youth with disabilities or developmental needs. This…

19 Sep: Congratulations to the 2023-24 Empower Simcoe Gift of the Heart Award Recipients

Empower Simcoe is proud to recognize the outstanding recipients of the 2023-2024 Gift of the Heart Awards. “The Gift of…

09 Sep: Registration Now Open for Empower Simcoe’s ‘Skills to Thrive’ Program!

Empower Simcoe is excited to announce that registration is now open for our Skills to Thrive program, a dynamic 8-week…

09 Sep: A Grow Your Own Way Gardening Adventure

From Seed to FeastCelebrating Growth, Learning, and Community What an incredible journey it has been over the past ten weeks…

06 Sep: Empower Simcoe Poet’s Inspirational Words of Inner Peace

Melissa Swales firmly believes that inspiration can strike like a lightning bolt at any moment. One beautiful morning, while the…

04 Sep: Advocating for Increased Funding from the Province

Empower Simcoe’s Plea for Action Empower Simcoe’s CEO, Dr. Claudine Cousins, has taken to the airwaves to shed light on…

30 Aug: Discover the Joys of Cooking with ‘Youth Link: Taste Makers’ After-School Program!

Are you ready to ignite your passion for cooking and discover the endless possibilities that await you in the kitchen?…

19 Aug: Summer 2024 Survey

We Value Your Feedback: Participate in Our Summer 2024 Survey Empower Simcoe is committed to continuous improvement, and your feedback…

16 Aug: Riding for a Cause

Jefferson Broomes Takes on the Great Cycle Challenge Canada At Empower Simcoe, we’re incredibly proud of the dedication and passion…

12 Aug: Annual General Meeting and Gift of the Heart Awards

Register now for the empower simcoe Annual General Meeting and Gift of the Heart Awards Registration for the Empower Simcoe…

31 Jul: Your Input Needed for Passport Funding Study

Empower Simcoe is thrilled to announce that a Community Living Ontario Self Advocate Research Group is currently conducting an important…

26 Jul: Connect to Adventure with Empower Simcoe

Get ready for an incredible week of adventure with Empower Simcoe’s Fee for Service Connect to Adventure Program! Join us…

24 Jul: Empower Simcoe Summer Student Katy Fairbairn to Compete in International Dance Championship

Empower Simcoe is proud to announce that one of our summer students, Katy Fairbairn, a talented local dancer, has been…

23 Jul: Impactful Student Success at Empower Simcoe

What an incredible mix of students we have working at Empower Simcoe this summer! CEO Claudine Cousins recently welcomed these…

08 Jul: A New Provincial Leadership Role for Empower Simcoe

On June 27th, Empower Simcoe CEO Dr. Claudine Cousins was named Chair of OASIS (Ontario Agencies Supporting Individuals with Special…

17 Jun: Developmental Services Worker Appreciation Week

June 17-21 marks Developmental Service Worker Appreciation Week! Let’s take the time to recognize, celebrate, and thank all our essential…

11 Jun: Honouring Indigenous History Month at Empower Simcoe

June highlights both Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21), recognizing the significance of Indigenous history, heritage, resilience,…

31 May: Journey to Belonging – Ministry update May 2024

Journey to Belonging: Choice and Inclusion and the work my division at the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services…

28 May: OHRC Releases 2022-23 Annual Report: Building on the Legacy

The Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) has unveiled its 2022-2023 annual report, Building on the Legacy: Collaboration, Action, and Accountability…

22 May: An Evening with Even Steven in support of the Empower Simcoe Foundation, presented by Superior Home Health Care

Join us Friday, July 12th, at the Barrie Legion for an unforgettable evening of music with legendary local duo, Even…

14 May: First Steps Program Now at EarlyON for Newcomer Parents and Children

The vibrant ‘First Steps: Newcomer Parent and Child Programming‘ at EarlyON Child & Family Centres has officially kicked off, opening…

06 May: Empower Simcoe Shines A Light for Community Living Month

Shine on Empower Simcoe! The celebration of Community Living Month 2024 kicked off with a vibrant display of support and…

03 May: Summer is Calling! Join Our Summer Adventures Program

We’re thrilled to announce that registration for our Summer Adventures Program for high-school aged youth opens on May 9th! Get…

17 Apr: May is Community Living Month

This May, light up your world in blue and green to support inclusion and community living. Join us on Wednesday,…

15 Apr: Our Newest Empower Simcoe Location

Empower Simcoe is proud to announce the nearing completion and launch of its new Transition Program, a pivotal development designed…

08 Apr: Exciting News from the Children’s Treatment Network!

We’re thrilled to announce the upcoming ‘Focus on Families – Virtual Series,’ a trio of information-packed sessions designed to support…

26 Mar: Empowering Siblings: A Special Workshop at Empower Simcoe

Having a child with a disability understandably requires a substantial amount of time, energy, and resources, often affecting the family…

19 Mar: Introducing our latest Fee For Service program: Skills to Thrive!

Skills to Thrive is an 8-week program where participants will leave with skills and knowledge to thrive. With guest speakers,…

13 Mar: 🌟 Highlights from our Youth March Break Bash 🌟

The ultimate adventure is unfolding this week with our annual March Break Bash! Aimed at high school students from grades…

04 Mar: Ontario Expands Electricity Support Program (OESP) to Assist More Families

Starting March 1, 2024, more people in Ontario can get help with their electricity bills thanks to changes in the…

01 Mar: Empower Simcoe Champions the #ITSTARTS Campaign Against Racism and Discrimination

Empower Simcoe is excited to announce its participation as a Community Champion in the #ITSTARTS campaign, an influential public awareness…

26 Feb: 2023 Empower Simcoe Communications Survey Results

Drum roll, please! The results of the 2023 Empower Simcoe Communications Survey are now available, marking a significant milestone in…

14 Feb: Empower Simcoe’s Culinary Program for Independence

Empower Simcoe’s recent “Cooking Up Capability” program is making waves by offering culinary classes to individuals with intellectual disabilities in…

07 Feb: Nominations Now Open for 2024 Inclusion Excellence Awards

At Empower Simcoe, we stand by the belief that “Kids Belong Together,” whether in physical classrooms or virtual learning spaces….

25 Jan: 2024 Empower Simcoe Artisans’ Card Winners

Congratulations to Empower Simcoe artists Raymund Concon and Joel Pisano for sharing their inspiring and creative artwork that graces our…

02 Jan: Participate in Empower Simcoe’s Individual Support Plan & Goals Survey

Empower Simcoe is committed to continuous improvement and effective planning in support services. To achieve this, the Strategic Plan Committee…

19 Dec: Journey to Belonging – Ministry Update December 2023

Fall is a busy time for conferences in the developmental services sector. These are important opportunities for dialogue and for…

11 Dec: Check out our 2023 Empower Simcoe Celebrating Community Champions Fashion Show video!

The 2023 Empower Simcoe Fashion Show was a spectacular fusion of elegance and inclusivity that brought together individuals from diverse…

06 Dec: Advocating for sustainable funding to support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families

Empower Simcoe, along with other organizations in the Developmental Services (DS) sector, is advocating for sustainable funding for organizations that…

05 Dec: Ex-press Yourself Dance and Motion Course

Welcome to an immersive journey of self-expression through movement, music, and dance! The ‘Ex-press Yourself’ course by Empower Simcoe is…

01 Dec: Voice Your Vision: Empower Simcoe Needs Your Feedback!

Empower Simcoe is developing a new communications strategy and we need your input to better understand how you receive information….

28 Nov: Empower Simcoe Announces Second Offering of ‘Cooking Up Capability’ Course – Registration Now Open!

Following the resounding success of its inaugural run, Empower Simcoe is excited to announce the return of its highly sought-after…

27 Nov: 2024 Respitality Applications Now Available

Calling all Unpaid Caregivers in Simcoe County.  The 2024 Respitality Program is open for applications November 27 – December 31,…

20 Nov: 📢 Don’t Miss Empower Simcoe’s Upcoming SibShop on January 26, 2024

Sibshop programs provide opportunities for brothers and sisters of children with special needs to obtain peer support and education within…

20 Nov: Expanding Therapeutic Horizons: Empower Simcoe Introduces Snoezelen Room for Children Ages 0-7

Empower Simcoe is delighted to announce a significant expansion of its Snoezelen Room offerings with the introduction of a specially…

07 Nov: Empower Simcoe CEO Dr. Claudine Cousins receives Leadership in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award

The Barrie Chamber of Commerce is proud to congratulate Empower Simcoe CEO Dr. Claudine Cousins as the recipient of its…

03 Nov: The Empower Simcoe Artisans’ Card Contest is back!

In partnership with Creative Cafe, Barrie, the Empower Simcoe Artisans’ Card Contest is once again open for art submissions from the…

31 Oct: Come Meet Our Empower Simcoe Believe In Yourself Committee

Are you currently receiving services from Empower Simcoe and would like to learn more about how to empower your voice…

30 Oct: Celebrating our 2023 Empower Simcoe Community Champions

The totals are in. $35,000 raised at the 2023 Empower Simcoe Celebrating Community Champions Fashion Show! Photos below.  This year’s show at…

23 Oct: Empower Simcoe Shines in Support of NDEAM

We look good in purple! On October 19, Empower Simcoe was thrilled to participate in the nationwide Light It Up! For…

10 Oct: National Disability Employment Awareness Month (#NDEAM)

Light It Up! spotlights the many ways people who have a disability contribute to businesses and their communities, helping companies…

29 Sep: Empower Simcoe Celebrity Slo-Pitch game – Oct 5th, 2023

Our next 70th anniversary Empower Simcoe event is one week away! The Empower Simcoe Celebrity Slo-Pitch game hosted by the…

29 Sep: Congratulating the 2022-2023 Gift of the Heart Award Recipients

The 2022-2023 Gift of the Heart Awards were handed out during Empower Simcoe’s 70th Annual General Meeting on September 20th….

28 Sep: 📢 *CANCELLED* Don’t Miss Empower Simcoe’s Upcoming SibShop on October 20, 2023

This session has been cancelled – please stay tuned for a new upcoming session to be announced shortly.  Sibshop programs…

26 Sep: 📢 Introducing ‘Cooking Up Capability’, Empower Simcoe’s New Service Offering!

Empower Simcoe is thrilled to introduce our new “Cooking Up Capability” course, a Fee For Service offering designed to empower…

05 Sep: Tickets now on sale for the 2023 Empower Simcoe Fashion Show

Our models are getting excited. This year’s clothiers are being confirmed, and the red carpet will be rolled out soon!…

05 Sep: Empower Simcoe and County of Simcoe partnering to build up lives of vulnerable residents

As part of its 10-point homelessness prevention strategy, the County of Simcoe has partnered with Empower Simcoe to support the…

18 Aug: Colin’s Inspirational Journey

From Job Readiness to Stable Success: Colin’s Inspiring Path of Growth and Passion In 2014, Colin first joined our job…

16 Aug: Join Us for Empower Simcoe’s 70th Annual General Meeting and Gift of the Heart Awards!

Get ready to be part of something exceptional! We’re thrilled to invite you to the Empower Simcoe 70th Annual General…

27 Jul: Journey to Belonging progress – July 2023 Update

This Spring, ministry representatives had the opportunity to speak about Journey to Belonging at stakeholder conferences and held a webinar…

14 Jul: 📢 Introducing Empower Simcoe’s Snoezelen Room Online Booking Service!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new online booking service, allowing people supported, families, and community members…

05 Jul: Inspirations Unleashed: The Poetic Journey of Graeme Thomas

Meet Graeme Thomas, a young and talented poet whose words weave magic and inspire all who encounter them. With an…

04 Jul: A Special Message from the CEO: Join us in Celebrating Empower Simcoe’s 70th Anniversary!

Empower Simcoe, celebrating 70 years of support and service in Simcoe County, is excited to host a 70th Anniversary Summer…

03 Jul: Journey to Belonging progress – April 2023 Update

As shared at the 2023 Ontario Agencies Supporting Individuals with Special Needs Conference, please see the progress update below on…

03 Jul: Heralding Change – Parliament Approves Pioneering Disability Benefit Legislation

Please join Empower Simcoe and the people and families we support in celebrating a significant milestone that sees the creation…

28 Jun: Empower Simcoe Golf Tournament Raises $55,000 for Foundation: A Resounding Success!

Drum roll, please. The totals are in! We are thrilled to announce that the recent Empower Simcoe Golf Tournament, presented…

15 Jun: Join the Fun at Optimist Bowling: A Summer Delight for Children and Youth

The Optimist Club of Barrie is bringing joy and excitement to the community this summer with their fantastic initiative: Optimist…

17 May: Empower Simcoe Signature Wine Label Design Contest is open

In recognition of Empower Simcoe’s 70th anniversary in 2023, we’re excited to partner with Windrush Estate Winery in the creation…

09 May: 70th Anniversary Celebration Party: July 23, 2023

Empower Simcoe is a non-profit organization that has been providing support and services to individuals with intellectual disabilities and developmental…

31 Mar: 2022 Quality Review Survey Results

As part of Empower Simcoe’s 2022-2025 Strategic Plan priority (Service Excellence: to actively listen to the voice of people supported…

30 Mar: Empower Simcoe’s Partnership Program is Back: What It Means for Landlords and Tenants in Simcoe County

Empower Simcoe is pleased to announce the return on April 1st of the Landlord Partnership Program with a new goal…

23 Mar: Rotary Club of Barrie Huronia donates $50K to multi-sensory room at Empower Simcoe home

With heartfelt gratitude, the Empower Simcoe Foundation unveiled the new Rotary Club of Barrie Huronia Snoezelen Room at Lakeshore Ridge,…

22 Mar: Meet Chris: The Multitalented Artist at Status Salon

From Job Readiness to Stable Success: Colin’s Inspiring Path of Growth and Passion Meet Chris, a versatile individual with a…

06 Mar: Journey to Belonging: Family & Community Partner Info Sessions

Join CEO, Dr. Claudine Cousins, as she talks about the Ministry’s vision to transform the developmental services sector. Sessions Include:…

03 Mar: A message from CEO Dr. Claudine Cousins on Employee Appreciation Day

To our valued Empower Simcoe Employees, Every year, Employee Appreciation Day is observed on March 3rd. What I appreciate and…

01 Mar: #EmpowerSimcoeTalks on Bell Let’s Talk Day 2023

On Bell Let’s Talk Day 2023, Empower Simcoe pledged to locally donate $1.00 for every public use of the hashtag…

22 Feb: Do the Exceptional with Empower Simcoe and York Simcoe Social Services

Empower Simcoe is a member of the York Simcoe Collective, one of nine leading social service agencies on a mission…

17 Feb: Saying Thank You: Empower Simcoe Visits Barrie Fire Fighters Association

Supports and Services Director Luke Lynn, Supports and Services Manager Michele Kapteyn, Program Associate Joan Crozier, and CEO Dr. Claudine…

31 Jan: Caring Colts Visit Empower Simcoe’s Biggest Hockey Fans

Barrie Colts owner Howie Campbell and Colts Brandt Clarke and Jacob Fraska stopped by RVH to visit with Colts fans…

20 Jan: #EmpowerSimcoeTalks on Bell Let’s Talk day – Jan 25th

Bell Let’s Talk Day, which is designed to break the silence around mental illness and support mental health all across…

20 Jan: 2023 Thank You Card Art Contest Winners

Please join Empower Simcoe in congratulating Jackie and her sons Jaxon and Jett for sharing their artwork that graces our…

09 Jan: Accident Update from Empower Simcoe (January 6th)

Empower Simcoe is very grateful for your outpouring of thoughts, prayers, and wishes of support toward the individuals impacted by…

15 Dec: Empower Simcoe Holiday Message 2022

Please take a moment to watch this holiday message from Empower Simcoe Dr. Claudine Cousins. On behalf of everyone at…

12 Dec: An Update from Empower Simcoe on the Dec. 1st accident (Dec 12)

Empower Simcoe is very grateful for your outpouring of thoughts, prayers and wishes of support toward the individuals impacted by…

06 Dec: An Update from Empower Simcoe on the Dec. 1st accident

We are very grateful for your outpouring of thoughts, prayers and wishes of support toward the individuals impacted by the…

05 Dec: An important announcement from Empower Simcoe

On the evening of December 1st, 2022, Empower Simcoe learned one of our valued employees and two individuals who receive…

01 Dec: Journey to Belonging: Choice and Inclusion

Join CEO, Dr. Claudine Cousins, as she talks about the Ministry’s vision to transform the developmental services sector. Sessions Include:…

28 Nov: Empower Simcoe CEO Wins 2022 Social Change Award

Empower Simcoe CEO, Dr. Claudine Cousins has won the Social Change Award: Regional Impact at the 2022 RBC Canadian Women…

17 Nov: Celebrating our 2022 Empower Simcoe Fashion Show Champions (photos)

The totals are in! $16,000 raised at the 2022 Empower Simcoe Celebrating Community Champions Fashion Show! Our heartfelt gratitude to…

10 Nov: The Empower Simcoe Thank You Card Contest is back!

In partnership with Creative Cafe, Barrie, the Empower Simcoe Thank You Card Contest is once again open for art submissions…

04 Oct: Empower Simcoe Quality Improvement Survey

As part of Empower Simcoe’s Strategic Plan, the creation of an Organization Performance Management model has been one of our…

20 Sep: Join us for the next Empower Simcoe RentSmart certificate course

The Empower Simcoe Regional Housing Support Services program is hosting a housing education course for anyone seeking housing or at…

15 Sep: Empower Simcoe CEO Named RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award Finalist

Empower Simcoe is proud to announce that CEO Dr. Claudine Cousins has been named a Finalist for the 2022 RBC…

12 Sep: 2021-2022 Empower Simcoe Gift of the Heart Award recipients

Please join us in congratulating the 2021-2022 Empower Simcoe Gift of the Heart Award recipients. “The Gift of the Heart…

09 Sep: $127,000 OTF Grant to Help Empower Simcoe Build Healthy and Vibrant Communities

On September 7th, local MPP Andrea Khanjin met with the members of Empower Simcoe to hear from them about the…

02 Sep: Empower Simcoe Cuts Ribbon for New Supported Living Home

On August 24th, Empower Simcoe cut the ribbon on its new state of the art supported living home located in…

01 Apr: Shifting from Building-Based Supports to Direct Community Participation and Inclusion

Empower Simcoe’s Community Support Services (CSS) is pleased to announce the shift from building based supports to direct community participation…

23 Mar: Raise the Dough for Respitality on April 6th

SAVE THE DATE! In Recognition of National Caregivers Day on April 6th , Domino’s Pizza will have an “Empower Simcoe…

04 Mar: Ontario Hydro Energizing Life for Empower Simcoe Respitality

On February 22nd, Hydro One announced 24 Indigenous communities, charitable organizations and municipalities will each receive a grant of $25,000…

03 Feb: The 2022 Empower Simcoe Thank You Cards

Please join us in congratulating Empower Simcoe artists Shawn Ladouceur and Robert Orvis as we feature their art on this…

21 Jan: #EmpowerSimcoeTalks on Bell Let’s Talk day – Jan 26th

Bell Let’s Talk Day, which is designed to break the silence around mental illness and support mental health all across…

04 Jan: Empower Simcoe Launches Pilot Respitality Program

2022 will be a brighter year for caregivers in Simcoe County, thanks to a generous donation from Fern Resort to…

14 Dec: 2021 Holiday Message from Empower Simcoe CEO Claudine Cousins

Please enjoy the following 2021 Empower Simcoe holiday video from CEO Claudine Cousins, as she shares a message of gratitude,…

01 Oct: 68th Empower Simcoe Annual General Meeting Highlights

On Wednesday September 22nd, 2021, the Board of Directors of Empower Simcoe, and the Trustees of the Empower Simcoe Foundation…

19 Jul: Land Acknowledgement Statement

In recognition of our agency’s strategic goals to educate and celebrate the different aspects of diverse cultures and traditions, CEO…

30 Jun: Supporting People to ‘Be, Belong, and Thrive’

We’re pleased to have been profiled by the Council on Quality and Leadership (CQL) in regards to our pursuit for…

25 Jun: Statement re: Lakeshore Ridge Home, Oro-Medonte

Empower Simcoe is a fully accredited charitable, non-profit organization established in 1953 that is funded by the Ministry of Children,…

17 Jun: Nominations open for the 2021 Gift of the Heart Awards

Do you know someone, a group, or an organization that deserves recognition for their contributions towards improving the lives of…

07 Jun: Community Living Month Town Hall

Missed Empower Simcoe’s Community Living Month Town Hall hosted by our Believe In Yourself Committee? Celebrate the brightest moments from…

08 Feb: The Road to Accreditation 2021

Empower Simcoe is excited to announce the next date for Reaccreditation is May 18th – May 21st, 2021. Stayed tuned…

22 Jan: Open Up Your Heart for the Empower Simcoe thank you card

Please join us in congratulating Emily Healey. Her Meaningful Life painting “Open Up Your Heart” will grace the cover of…

16 Oct: Congratulations to the 2019-2020 Empower Simcoe Gift of the Heart Recipients

Please join us in congratulating the 2019-2020 Gift of the Heart recipients. Honouring those individuals and organizations who selflessly give…

30 Jun: Thanks to our donors, a new patio set is just the beginning

On June 10, the Empower Simcoe Foundation announced the #StaySafeOutside campaign, inviting donations to help make the backyards and patios…

29 Jun: A new beginning for the Believe In Yourself Committee

In 1999, a new committee within our agency was created to help promote the voice of people receiving support, to…

15 Jun: Empower Simcoe’s Statement on Protests from President Jim McNamara

From Empower Simcoe President Jim McNamara, please see our Empower Simcoe Statement on protests in the United States: As the…

23 Apr: A Standing Ovation for Empower Simcoe Volunteers!

National Volunteer Week is April 19-25th! This year’s theme is, “It’s time to applaud this country’s volunteers.“ At Empower Simcoe…

17 Apr: Connecting families through The Simcoe County Family Network

Are you a family member supporting an individual with disabilities in Simcoe County? The Simcoe County Family Network was started…

27 Mar: A message from Empower Simcoe CEO Claudine Cousins on COVID-19

Please see the March 27th message from Claudine Cousins, Chief Executive Office of Empower Simcoe, as we navigate these difficult…

09 Mar: Empower Simcoe’s Visionary Woman of the Year

Congratulations to Empower Simcoe CEO Claudine Cousins, the recipient of the 2020 Woman of the Year Visionary Award at the…

27 Feb: Change Your Tomorrow Today

Do you know about the Registered Disability Savings Plan? The RDSP is designed to assist an individual with a disability…

14 Feb: Empower Simcoe CEO Claudine Cousins – Women of the Year: Visionary Finalist

Empower Simcoe is proud to announce that CEO Claudine Cousins has been named a finalist for the 2020 Women in…

27 Jan: The Road to Accreditation 2020

Since 2007, Empower Simcoe is proud to be accredited with the Council on Quality and Leadership, an organization dedicated to…

23 Dec: Merry Christmas from Empower Simcoe!

We recently held our annual Empower Simcoe Festive Sweater Week to get us all into the holiday spirit. Here are…

05 Dec: Innovative Automation employees paint with Empower Simcoe!

Our heartfelt thanks to the employees of Innovative Automation Inc. for helping paint six of our Empower Simcoe supported living…

07 Nov: Volunteer Appreciation Night

Empower Simcoe is privileged to be supported by many individuals who volunteer their time to enrich the lives of others…

04 Nov: Highlights from the 2019 Celebrating Community Champions Fashion Show

The Empower Simcoe Celebrating Community Champions Fashion Show returned in October 2019 showcasing the people and families we support, while…

04 Oct: Congratulations to Empower Simcoe’s Gift of the Heart Award Winners

The 2018-19 Gift of the Heart Awards were handed out October 2nd at Empower Simcoe’s Annual General Meeting in Barrie….

17 Jun: Home is Where the Heart is

Please join Empower Simcoe in recognizing Tuesday June 18th as Infant and Child Development Day. This year’s theme is 'Home…