Connect 2 Independence
Come join our summer day camp for teens (Ages 14-17) with disabilities that focuses on life skills training. All sessions are run by Ontario Certified Teachers. We will focus on the following areas while having fun!
* Cooking
* Cleaning/Laundry
* Computer Skills
* Money Skills
* Social Skills
* Healthy Living
* Advocacy/Communicating effectively
Session One: July 3-17
Session Two: July 18-Aug 2
Cost: $500/ Session
Space is limited to 20 participants/session . . . so please register soon!
Connect Learning Centre's Winter Wonderland Bazaar
Connect Learning Centre held their Winter Wonderland Bazaar on Saturday, November 12th. This fantastic bazaar had everything from baked goods, jewellery and beauty products to crafts, soap and much more. To see pictures from the event ...click here.
Sir Laughs-A-Lot Comedy Night
The Comedy Night was a great success and brought in a lot of support for the CLC! We would like to thank all that helped make this night the success it was! To see pictures and videos of this fun filled night ...click here.
Adults with Disabilities Learn to Succeed
Marisa’s father marvels at the changes his daughter has made during her time at the Connect Learning Centre. “She has a vision, she has a path, and finally…the right people to help her. ...continue reading
Voice America
Melanie Taddeo speaks with Voice America about her success as a visually impaired teacher. To see more details, visit the site.
Natcon Conference
Melanie Taddeo will be speaking at this years Natcon conference, to see more details, visit the site.
SNAP North Mississauga
Take a look at our 1st annual bake sale pictures on the Snap North wbsite. ...visit the site
REQUEST FOR STUDY PARTICIPANTS
STUDY TOPIC: EVALUATION OF A NOVEL EXERCISE TECHNIQUE FOR THE TREATMENT OF POST-STROKE SHOULDER PAIN ...see details
SNAP North Mississauga
Visit the SNAP North Mississauga August edition to see photos and stories on the grand opening and going on's at CLC ...visit the site
Rogers TV
Daytime summer welcomes Melanie Taddeo...watch
Global Toronto does a story on Connect Learning Centre.
Visit the Global Toronto website to see the story with Melanie Taddeo ...view the story
Mississauga News Article
Blind teacher leads the way by Julie Slack
Melanie Taddeo doesn't let her disability stop her. Today, she opened a school that will teach others to do the same. When Cooper, 36, was a 21-year-old university student, she suffered a massive stroke. It was so severe, doctors told her parents to plan her funeral. But they didn't know what a fighter she was... read more
The Toronto Sun Article
Blind teacher excited to help others by Kevin Connor
Melanie Taddeo couldn’t get a teaching job because of her disability so now she is opening her own school to help young disabled adults. “I am so excited because my dream is becoming a reality. I love to see people succeed and be proud of their accomplishments,” said Cooper, 36, who will open the Connect Learning Centre at Dixie Rd. and Britannia Rd. E. next Friday. ... read more
The Scope Newspaper Innisfil
Being inspired by visually impaired friend by Linda Gerow
On Friday June 25th, Melanie, who is visually impaired and considered legally blind, opened her Connect Learning Centre for challenged adults. Melanie knows from personal experience just how important a centre like this can be for those who are facing many physical challenges.... read more
Internet Radio Segment
Turning vision challenges into visible successes by Dr.Gordon Atherley
Melanie Cooper, the first legally blind teacher to graduate in Ontario founded the Connect Learning Centre. Dr. Stuart Wittenstein is the superintendant of the California School for the Blind. Melanie explains her experiences with vision loss and the challenges it created for her... listen & read more
CBC Radio - Disability phone in
Did people treat you differently when you became disabled? with Melanie Cooper
Melanie speaks with callers to discuss their challenges and difficulties after becoming diabled... listen
Toronto Zombie Walk
This Year Henry's Camera is one of the sponsors of the 8th annual Toronto Zombie Walk. On October 23rd 2010, the streets of Toronto will be plagued by over 5000 zombies and Henrys Camera's will be there to take your photos and help you capture your own ghoulish memories.
Much like Henry's did at this year’s Pride walk; they are donating all proceeds from this event to the Connect Learning Centre. Through donations collected from their taking photos at the Henry's Mobile Photo Studio, they hope to help the CLC continue their much needed work in our community