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My Toast Life: How Creative Options Supports People With Disabilities in Regina

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How Creative Options Supports People With Disabilities in Regina

July 25, 2023/inBlog, Gentle Teaching, Media

“In a culture of gentleness, interactions are warm, welcoming and aimed at nurturing relationships based on equality and interdependence. Our focus is on building a sense of companionship and community with those we serve.”

The above quotation from Michael Lavis, CEO outlines the philosophy here at Creative Options Regina. At COR our main focus is to ensure that people we support feel safe, valued and respected.  Creative Options started in 2009 in order to provide personalized support services to people with intellectual disabilities and often a mental health diagnosis.  COR helps individuals who need access to multiple services by connecting individuals to whatever services they need in the community.

For an in depth look and a better understanding of the philosophy and stories of the many people who benefit from COR services and opportunities take a look at the full article here on My Toast Life.

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COR is one of many non-profits and initiatives doing good work in Regina. Guru Nanak Free Kitchen provides hundreds of free meals every Sunday at the corner of Dewdney Avenue and Angus Street.

The Lady Viak and Afro Mentorship programs support local women and children. The newly formed Habitat for Humanity Saskatchewan hopes to help 21 families in 2021. And one local woman is protecting the bird population in Regina’s Cathedral community.

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Pride Month may be coming to a close, but the values of acceptance, inclusion, and belonging are something we carry everyday. 🌈 Happy Pride, Regina!

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“Caring is looking at something, reflecting on how we do it, and challenging ourselves: how can we do it better?”

June 21st is National Indigenous People’s Day. We acknowledge and celebrate the incredible stories, teachings, and contributions from the Indigenous people within our COR community. Jessica, our Indigenous Cultural Advisor, has been integral to the innovation that has led us to raising our very own accessible Teepee. Together, we painted the canvas, gather in ceremony, and have created one more space where everyone is included.
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In celebration of Father’s Day, members of the COR family are sharing some of the lessons they’ve learned from their dads! These lessons have stayed with them through the years and helped shape who they are today.

To all the dads, grandpas, and father figures in our community, thank you and Happy Father’s Day!

#FathersDay #CORfam

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Really grateful to share that COR and Inclusion Regina are among the recipients of the 2026 McKercher LLP Community Fund!

This support will help open doors to more Indigenous cultural experiences and meaningful community connection for people with disabilities here in Saskatchewan. 

A big thank you to McKercher LLP for investing in stronger, more inclusive communities.

#CreativeOptionsRegina #CultureOfGentleness #CourageToCare #SKDisability

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The COR fam was proud to walk alongside our community at the Queen City Pride Parade (@queencitypride) 🌈

Seeing our community come together was a meaningful reminder of the power of inclusion, acceptance, and belonging.

Until next year!

#HappyPride #PrideMonth #CORfam #CourageToCare #CultureOfGentleness

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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder is often called an invisible disability, but its impact is very real.

Dillon, a FASD facilitator at COR Academy shares why understanding FASD matters and how shifting our perspective can help us better support the people in our lives and communities.

One of the key takeaways from the workshop is moving from a mindset of "they won't" to "they can't right now." By understanding the brain-based challenges that can come with FASD, we can approach situations with greater empathy, patience, and compassion.

🔗 Learn more or register through the link in our bio

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What. A. Day!

CareCon 2026 was packed with great conversations, fresh ideas, and inspiring people. We loved connecting with change makers who share a passion for building stronger, more inclusive communities. Thanks @stratlab 

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“I think to be loved and to love is true belonging. It’s something that a lot of people miss out on- people without disabilities and people with.” 

Join us in the COR Academy! 
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Unity Sweepstakes is back, with an exciting new twist! 🎉 

COR is proud to continue our partnership with Unity Sweepstakes, a fundraising initiative that empowers organizations across Canada while giving participants the chance to win big and give back!

Here's the new twist:

Every week, one lucky winner takes home a guaranteed $5,000 cash prize. Plus, you'll have a chance to unlock the Progressive Vault for even more cash! When you purchase your tickets, you'll choose a 5-switch combination. If you're selected as the weekly winner, your combination will be matched against the Vault code.

The more switches you match in order, the more of the Vault you unlock:
🔐 1 match = 10%
🔐 2 matches = 20%
🔐 3 matches = 30%
🔐 4 matches = 50%
🔐 5 matches = 100%

And here's the exciting part: if the Vault isn't fully unlocked, the remaining prize money rolls over and grows for the next draw!

Every ticket purchased in support of COR helps us continue creating opportunities for connection, inclusion, and community.

🗓️ The deadline for this week's draw is June 16, with the winner announced on June 17.

🎟️ Visit the link in our bio to get your tickets today! 

#UnitySweepstakes #CreativeOptionsRegina #CultureOfGentleness #CourageToCare

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There’s something incredible about the exact moment we do something for the first time ❤️ 
This summer’s adventures will be full of them! 

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The COR Academy is proud to support CareCon 2026 as a Speaker Sponsor!

Hosted by @stratlab, CareCon brings together nonprofit leaders, community builders, educators, marketers, and changemakers for a day of learning, connection, and meaningful conversations.

Supporting growth, development, and community connection is at the heart of the COR Academy, and we're excited to be part of the conversation in Regina at Darke Hall and The Cultivator.

Interested in attending? Tickets are still available at stratlab.ca/carecon or through the link in bio.

#CORAcademy #CareCon2026 #CORfam #CultureOfGentleness #CourageToCare

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🌈 We're honoured to be part of the Queen City Pride Gala on May 30, where Char Sylvester, our Supportive Living Coordinator, presented the COR Young Person of Pride Award.

Congratulations to this year's recipient, Maxwell Baiton, for their leadership, advocacy, and commitment to creating safe and inclusive spaces for 2SLGBTQIAP+ youth in Regina!

Thank you to Queen City Pride for recognizing and celebrating the individuals helping create positive change in our community.

#QueenCityPride #PrideMonth #CORfam #CourageToCare #CultureOfGentleness
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