THUNDER BAY—Easter Seals is ready to celebrate an enormous milestone across the province throughout 2022.
They are ready to celebrate its 100th year of what their media release described as, “Its 100th year of changing the world for kids with physical disabilities. Over the course of 2022, celebrations will take place across the province, bringing together communities, participants, families, sponsors, supporters, and regional stakeholders.”
“We’re excited and proud to be entering our centennial year. I am honoured to be part of an organization that has been instrumental in providing 100 years of incredible success and dedicated service to children and youth with physical disabilities,” says Kevin Collins, president and CEO.
Their news release offered some highlights that they will focus on throughout 2022. These include:
- Increased advocacy at the provincial level.
- A birthday celebration component at all Easter Seals fundraising events throughout the year.
- Local celebratory events.
- The illumination of major public landmarks around the province.
Easter Seals Ontario will also be completing social and digital media campaigns throughout the year, which will highlight topics including inclusion and accessibility.
For all 100th anniversary event information, visit Easter Seals’ website at www.easterseals.org. Easter Seals Ontario shared that they will add regular updates throughout the year.
