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03/18/2026

The Waterloo Concert Band is hosting an accessible concert April 12

Tutti: All Together Now, on Sunday, April 12th, 2026 at 2:00 PM at Knox Presbyterian Church (50 Erb St W, Waterloo).

This performance is designed to be welcoming for members of the disability community, including autistic individuals, people with ADHD, people in the Blind, D/deaf, and Deafblind communities, people with developmental disabilities, people living with dementia, and anyone who may benefit from a more relaxed concert environment (including young children!).

Audience members are welcome to respond to the music however they feel comfortable, and they may move around the concert space or step out if needed. Large-print programs will also be available. After the concert, we will host a “Musical Zoo,” where audience members can meet the musicians and see the instruments up close.

This concert is also a fundraiser for the Canadian Music Therapy Fund!

You can follow The Waterloo Concert Band on Facebook and Instagram for more information.

03/16/2026

I have a template available if anyone would like to send a letter to Lisa Thompson or Sylvia Jones or your local MPP!

Music therapists across Canada are raising their voices.

We’re calling on provincial governments to formally recognize Certified Music Therapists (MTAs) as healthcare professionals by adding them to the Canada Revenue Agency’s Authorized Medical Practitioners list.

Why does this matter?

Because recognition means clients and families could claim music therapy as a medical expense, improving access to care.

Join us as we advocate for change.

Follow along and

With appreciation to the Canadian Association of Music Therapists for their ongoing national advocacy and leadership in advancing recognition for Certified Music Therapists across Canada

03/16/2026

Hopefully spring returns soon an with it - Music for Littles Spring Edition! Send a DM or email to reserve your spot!

03/04/2026

The website got a facelift - come check it out!

www.dpmusictherapy.com

Personalized music therapy supporting emotional, cognitive, and physical well-being.

02/27/2026

Did anyone catch fellow Canadian music therapist Miya Adout on The Social this week? Check it out!

Music therapist and MIYA Creative Care founder Miya Adout breaks down how music therapy works, why it can be life-changing for patients with dementia and the...

02/07/2026

Virtual Training Session: Access OAP

Want to better understand the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) and how to access supports? Join us for a virtual learning session that breaks it down in a clear, practical way.

📅 Virtual session
📝 Registration required

Register for this great learning opportunity!
See the attached information for session details and how to sign up.

01/15/2026

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01/09/2026

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JEFF, KP & BACKSTAGE BEN: It's called Autcraft, designed specifically to support autistic kids in a calm and respectful environment. 👏

After Stuart Duncan, a father from Timmins, ON, noticed his autistic son getting bullied online while playing Minecraft, he decided to change the playing field. He created a safe, private server geared towards kids with autism. It's heavily moderated and focuses on kindness and now has over 20,000 users globally!

01/05/2026

17 years of making music! So grateful to be able to live out my dream job right here where I grew up and offer so many opportunities for music therapy and music education to people of all ages and abilities. In 2025 I added 3 new contracts, had 330 1:1 sessions, 269 music lessons, spent 1232 hours in long term care and hospice, gave 3 presentations, 3 groups of Music for Littles, and 5 group sessions with community groups! 😅 What will 2026 bring?

12/13/2025

Saturday is our last music class until the spring - we’ve got a mystery to solve! Who’s got a beard that’s long and white? Comes around on a special night? Wears boots and a suit that’s red? Don we now our gay apparel and I’ll see you at 9:30!

11/25/2025

Reminder: Join us TOMORROW to learn about Developmental Services Ontario (DSO), the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), and how to navigate these resources.

You must register to attend this free online event. Scan the QR code or follow the link below to sign up! https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_luhcIbwbTQ6HqLcmvq3YmQ