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Easter Seals Celebrates 100 Years of Impact and Being UnstoppABLE ® in Canada A Centennial Anniversary Celebration from Coast to Coast to Coast

It ’ s not every year an organization turns 100 , nor is this an event that everyone gets to witness during their lifetime . But in celebrating its centennial year throughout 2022 , Easter Seals is working hard to make sure every Canadian knows about this special milestone and feels the excitement .

All this year , provincial Easter Seals organizations across the country have been planning and hosting a multitude of events that bring together the community , participants , families , sponsors , supporters , and regional stakeholders . Dave Starrett , President and Chief Executive Officer of Easter Seals Canada , notes , “ We are a network of provincial associations – 10 strong – across our great country that provide supports and services for Canadians living with disabilities . And we have
come together to celebrate the 100 years of impact Easter Seals has had across Canada in communities nationwide .
In 2022 , we are toasting a century of advancing disability awareness , accessibility , and inclusion while leading the path forward towards an even better Canada , where those living with disabilities no longer have to face obstacles to full participation in communities , schools , and workplaces .”