Letter From Our Leaders | 2025

As 2025 winds to a close, we reflect on an incredible year at Community Living Wallaceburg and extend heartfelt thanks to all who made it possible.

To our dedicated staff—thank you. We ask every person we support to Dream Big, and your commitment turns those dreams into reality. This year we witnessed remarkable milestones: people gaining independence, exploring new opportunities, and advocating for themselves and others. You supported individuals in crisis through Enhanced Specialized Services, welcomed people with complex needs, and shared your expertise at a regional conference to highlight the growing need for mental health and addictions supports in Ontario.

To the families we partner with—thank you for your trust and collaboration. Your involvement helps us maintain the highest quality of service and made this year’s Family Picnic—bringing over 180 people together—a wonderful success.

To our community partners and service providers—thank you for helping strengthen an interconnected network of supports across Chatham-Kent and beyond.

To our volunteers and Board of Directors—thank you for the gift of your time, guidance, and leadership. Volunteers energize our events and activities, while our Board keeps us focused on what matters most: the people we serve.

To the individuals we support—thank you for your trust, honesty, and willingness to share your goals. It is a privilege to walk alongside you as you Dream, Believe, Overcome, and Achieve.

To our donors, funders, and community supporters—thank you for your generosity. This year we received support from the Harry Foster Foundation, Chatham-Kent Community Foundation, JP Bickell Foundation, Walmart Canada, HUB Insurance, CKPS Association, RBC Foundation, Quo Vadis Pizzeria, The Black Goode Bar & Grill, Stekelbos Watch, Southwest Credit Union, Glasstown Brewery, and many caring community members.

We also made major progress toward our Accessible Van Campaign—now just over $25,000 from our goal. Accessible transportation ensures everyone can participate fully in their community. In this season of giving, we ask that if you are able, consider helping us cross the finish line.

On behalf of the more than 400 individuals and families we support, our 230 employees, and our Board of Directors, we wish you a safe and happy holiday season & Happy 2026 when we look forward to celebrating our 70th Anniversary.