STRIDE Employment Services

11/17/2025

Stride attended ’s event this weekend, thank you all who visited our table.

GIVE is looking for your support so local charities, like us, can reach our funding goals this holiday season. 100% of your donation will come to us PLUS your donation is eligible to be topped-up by The Foundation. Donate today: https://ocf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/grant?grant_id=17295

11/14/2025

From November 14 until December 8, we at Stride are part of ’s ! GIVEOakville is an online crowd-funding platform where donors can support their favourite local charities through one all-access platform. Help us
reach our goal by donating today: https://ocf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/grant?grant_id=17295

11/11/2025

Employment has the power to transform lives. At Stride, we support individuals facing mental health and addiction challenges build confidence, and belonging through meaningful employment. Together, we’re building a more inclusive community where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Check out the Community Development Halton - Member Story Project here: https://www.cdhalton.ca/post/employment-can-transform-lives

Creating a community where everyone, regardless of mental health or past challenges, has the opportunity to contribute, belong, and succeed. By Anita Lloyd As the Executive Director of Stride, my connection to the organization runs deep. I’m continually inspired by the courage of the individuals w...

11/03/2025

✨Stride's Upcoming Workshops:

The Chaos Chronicles: A Survival Guide to Your Inner Peace — Nov 19 | 1:30–3:30 PM | Zoom (All Ages)

Young Adult Program:
💬Let’s Talk About It: Dealing with Disappointment — Nov 13 | 1:30 PM | Zoom (Ages 18–29)

Grounded Growth: Staying Centered as the Seasons Change — Nov 27 | 3–5 PM | In-Person, Oakville

💻 Register now and take a step toward calm, clarity, and connection with us at www.stride.on.ca/calendar

10/31/2025

Pumpkins, pals, and plenty of creativity! Our Young Adult Program got into the Halloween spirit with some amazing pumpkin carving. 🍂✨

10/30/2025

Carving out some time for a great cause! The Stride team got into the Halloween spirit while supporting United Way.

10/28/2025

Stride is raising money for United Way by selling some ! Check out our designs at: https://www.stitchtowork.com/products/STRIDE-Fundraiser-c189687794 to place your order.

ALL orders can be picked up at our Oakville or Milton office.

Please read checkout instructions.

Thank you always for the support you give us. ⭐

10/27/2025

Did you know? 1 in 4 Canadians, including 4.3 million Ontarians, have a disability.

Inclusion starts with connection. When we build trust with employers, we create pathways to more inclusive hiring and stronger communities.

Check out some upcoming events:
✨ Join the conversation: Strengthening Healthcare Through Disability Inclusion: A Panel Discussion:
🔗 https://ontariodisabilityemploymentnetwork15.wildapricot.org/event-6316257

10/20/2025

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time to commemorate the contributions of people who have a disability and promote disability inclusive hiring practices.

This year’s theme, Inclusive Employment Across Canada: Building a Workforce Without Barriers, is a call to action for every workplace.

There are many ways to show your support, even with what you wear: Participate in Light It Up! For NDEAM™ by lighting up your building or wearing purple and blue on the third Thursday of October.

10/12/2025

Please Note: We will be closed on Monday, October 13th, 2025 for the long weekend. We’ll be back and ready to serve you on Tuesday, October 14th at 8:30 AM!

Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing long weekend! 🌞
Stay connected with us at www.stride.on.ca

10/10/2025

🌍 This , we recognize the deep impact emergencies and catastrophes can have on mental well-being. Whether it’s natural disasters, displacement, or personal crises, support is essential, and help is available.

💚 Let’s talk openly, share stories, and offer each other compassion.
📱 Need support? Call or text 9-8-8, Canada’s 24/7 mental health crisis line.
💬 Let’s and build a future where mental health is a right, not a privilege.

10/07/2025

🎃 Young Adults 18–29: Let’s Talk About It – Ghosts of the Past 👻

Join us for an afternoon of creativity, connection, and self-compassion as we explore how to let go of what no longer serves us. We'll reflect, share, and support each other through:

✨ Open conversations on guilt, shame & emotional healing
🧠 Tools to challenge negative self-talk
🧡 Strategies for self-forgiveness and growth

Come in costume, carve or paint a pumpkin, and enter to win a $10 Tim Hortons gift card for the best creation! 🎨🎁

📍Thursday, Oct 30 | 3–5 PM
247 North Service Rd, Suite 200, Oakville

Let’s face the past, together.