Stories to Share
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Family Camp
Canada
Growing Karis Family Camps Through Church Partnerships
"There is a place to belong and a place to be in community here," shared Pastor Marshal at a Karis Family Camp.
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Canada
Ordinary and Extraordinary Days: Amber's Story
Direct Support Professionals, like Amber, walk alongside people supported throughout ordinary and extraordinary days.
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Self-Advocacy
Canada
Co-Design and Self-Advocacy: Dzidra's Story
"Our feedback can help make things better for people," shared Dzidra. "Self-advocates have a better understanding of what it is like to be in services, and our feedback is lived experience."
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Canada
Thank You Mark Wallace!
Thank you, Mark, for your dedication and hard work over the last two decades to create more places where everybody belongs!
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Global
The Journey to Hope: Degefa's Story
Degefa is a father, future teacher, and recent university graduate. He lives in Asella, Ethiopia with his family.
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Global
Meet Some of Our Global Partners
Karis partners with pastors, educators, and leaders in other countries, promoting belonging and inclusion in communities. Meet some of our global partners!
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Global
Our Global Impact Through Belongathon 2026
The centre of accessible play sends a powerful and encouraging message to the people of Asella: that children with disabilities belong.
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Family Camp
Canada
A New Summer Camp for Families
This summer marked the beginning of a new partnership between Karis Disability Services and Joy Bible Camp.
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Self-Advocacy
Canada
Accessible Transit Has Kilometers To Go: A Reflection
"It's never okay to provide people with disabilities less service than you provide able-bodied people," shared Waterloo Regional Councillor Huinink.
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Canada
Together We Grow
Read about Karis' theme, "Together We Grow," and how it relates to our work and our new strategic plan.
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Canada
Direct Support Professional Appreciation Week 2026
"There is a great sense of purpose in being a DSP," shares Jaron, who supports people in Ontario. A warm and heartfelt "Thank You!" to all DSPs!
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Self-Advocacy
Canada
Teaching Sign Language at Karis Toronto: Kelly's Story
"We consider ourselves gifted individuals who want to learn different skills," Kelly said about herself and her students at Karis Toronto Community Participation Supports.
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Global
Your Belongathon Impact in Nairobi, Kenya
Last year, 50% of your donations from the Belongathon went toward creating and staffing physiotherapy classrooms at Karis partner schools in Nairobi, Kenya.
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Global
The Difference a Teacher Can Make: Karla's Story
Karis Disability Services partners with Escuela Rural Aldea in El Morro, Guatemala, funding an accessible classroom where Teacher Karla works with students like Elder and Sofia.
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Global
Changing Minds, Transforming Lives: Rebira's Story
"It's changing not only those in society, but the mentality of the parents also. We are so proud to have such kind of children."
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Canada
Belongathon 2026 - Saturday, June 6
Help spread awareness, raise funds, and have fun at Belongathon 2026, happening in a city near you!
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Canada
A Heart for Direct Support: Divinefavour's Story
#CelebrateEveryJourney with Divinefavour, a direct support professional who supports Tiffany and her housemates in Windsor, ON.
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Self-Advocacy
Canada
53,000 Ontarians on Waitlist for Disability Services
You can help advocate for people with disabilities waiting for services by signing the petition and sharing information on social media.
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Canada
International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025
On or around December 3, many communities will gather for camaraderie, food, music, crafts, and stories to celebrate IDPD.
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Family Camp
Canada
Family Camp with Chelsea, Lilyanna, and Lori
"Family camp is the thing we look forward to the most in the year."
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FOCUS Accreditation Recognizes Karis with 100% Excellence and Leadership in Excellence Awards
Karis has achieved a four-year accreditation from FOCUS Accreditation, and received a 100% Excellence and Leadership in Excellence award!
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Child Sponsorship
Global
Uplifting Whole Families: Sumeya's Story
#CelebrateEveryJourney with Sumeya in Bekoji, Ethiopia who overcame many barriers as a student with a hearing impairment.
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Canada
Karis and Humber Culinary Program: Jason's Story
Jason graduated from the Karis and Humber Culinary Program in 2024, winning the Onward Spirit award for his incredible growth.
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Family Camp
Canada
A Vacation for the Whole Family: Raymond's Story
With familiar and new activities to try, there is something for everybody at a Karis Family Camp!
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Child Sponsorship
Global
From Isolation to Empowerment: Firehiwot and Miheret's Story
Thanks to Child Sponsorship, Miheret and Firehiwot's family started receiving much-needed support to help them thrive in school and at home!