For 18 years, The PADDLE Program in North Bay and area has been a lifeline for adults with developmental disabilities — a place of compassion, connection, and community.

Supporting 38 participants, PADDLE provides essential opportunities for personal growth and social inclusion in a safe, respectful environment. Families and caregivers know how transformative and deeply valued this program is.

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PADDLE thrives because of its dedicated staff, volunteers, and the generosity of our community — but community support alone cannot sustain it.

Despite the clear need and proven success of the program, the Ontario government continues to deny the core funding required for PADDLE to operate sustainably and meet growing demand. Restrictive guidelines and systemic rigidity have pr

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