COVID-19 Response and Resources

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CTN Response to COVID-19

CTN adheres to public health measures to help keep our communities and citizens safe. Our commitment is to keep you updated on what’s happening to support the kids, youth and families that we, along with our network partners, collectively serve.

Latest Update- June 20, 2023

CTN is mask friendly. Masks are available onsite for anyone that prefers to wear one.

While receiving in-person clinical services, the family's choice will be honoured. If a client or family wishes to have masking during a clinical interaction, CTN employees will respect this request.

CTN employees will comply with the highest-level precautions - whether that is CTN’s health and safety measures or the measures of the site they are working from.

For the protection of the kids and youth we serve, their families and our employees, CTN continues to have several COVID-19 health and safety measures in place including hand washing and routine cleaning protocols.

CTN continues to deliver services both virtually and in person. If you have questions about your child’s appointment, please speak to your service provider or a member of the team.

Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health recommends that adults, youth and kids six months and older get their COVID-19 vaccinations. A booster shot(s) is also suggested, for those who are eligible. Appointments can be booked through the Ontario vaccine booking system.

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Our Programs & Services
CTN provides a number of programs and services to support kids and youth with disabilities and developmental needs and their families. Our network model allows us to deliver these programs and services through our partner organizations.

We deliver services through a hybrid of in-person and virtual visits depending on the program and the child's goals, needs and stage of service delivery. Your service provider will discuss the format of each visit with you and can address your questions or concerns.

Events & Resources

We often hear connecting families with each other is one of the greatest resources we offer. For a list of current events (both in-person and virtual) organized by CTN, our partners and local organizations, please visit our events page.

Below are resources and supports for families specific to COVID-19.

Public Health Ontario

COVID- 19 Resources and Supports for Families

Appointment Information:

The health and safety of the kids, youth, and families we serve as well as the wellbeing of employees and partners are at the centre of our planning for in-person services. Our approach to service delivery is guided by Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer, the Ministry of Health and Public Health Ontario guidelines and is adjusted based on this guidance.

CTN has the following measures in place for everyone’s safety:

Options of both in-person or virtual services offered.
Changes to physical spaces at some of our locations to allow for physical distancing.
Practice of hand hygiene by using a hand sanitizer or hand washing upon entry to our sites and at key times.

Day of scheduled appointment:

If your child or a family member becomes unwell, please let us know and we will reschedule your appointment to a later date.

Have questions? Call us.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at 1-866-377-0286.

We are looking forward to seeing you!

EVENTS

Kinark-OAP Information Session- Online

March 21, 2025

Kinark’s free information sessions are designed to inform parents and caregivers about services and supports available in the Ontario Autism Program (OAP).

Markham Stouffville Ringette-Ringette For All-Markham

March 21, 2025

Ringette for All is a team that engages everyone, no matter their age, ability or experience level.

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