About Us

History In operation for more than 50 years, Community Living Elgin (CLE) began with a small group of parents who wanted to improve education and employment opportunities for their developmentally disabled children. Today, more than 400 adults, children and their families across Elgin County are being supported to live, work and participate fully in their community. Quick Statistics Number of families supported: approximately 450 Number of full and part time staff: approximately 261 Number of volunteers and placements: approximately 50 Vision and Mission Our Vision We envision an inclusive community where all people with a developmental disability can achieve their full potential.

Our Mission
We are a non-profit, charitable organization that provides a variety of supports and services primarily to children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families in Elgin County. We support people to live, work, learn and fully participating in the community.

Board of Directors

The CLE is governed by a voluntary board of directors who meet monthly to guide the operations of our organization. Each year, new members are elected at the June Annual General Meeting.

Laurie Carroll, President
Denis McClelland, Past President
Doug Pooley, 1st Vice President
Jackie VanRyswyk, 2nd Vice President
Tom McCallum, Secretary/Treasurer
Andy Fackrell
Karl Eden
Bob Ashcroft
Ginger O'Brien

Senior Management Team
Tom McCallum - Executive Director
Dave Round - Director of Finance and Administration
Denise House - Director of Staffing Relations
Mary Cosyns - Accreditation and Quality Assurance Facilitator
Jayne Andrews - Director of Support Services