Inspirations Montreal

06/12/2026

From a mother’s dream to a thriving community program, Zéro Limite is bringing much-needed inclusive sports to Montreal's East End. Find out how they're helping participants build friendships, boost confidence, and stay active:

When Angela D’Amico was let go because of cuts at her workplace, she saw it as an opportunity to pursue a dream she never thought possible.

06/10/2026

Honouring our intern Fiaz for all the great work he’s done. He has been an integral part of our team, and we are so grateful for his dedication. Pictured from left to right are Fiaz (Intern) Wendy Singer (Managing Editor) Samara O’Gorman (School Tour Speaker & Contributor) and Mark Bergman (Manager, Communications & Outreach) We wish everyone a beautiful summer! 🩷☀️🌈

06/10/2026

Building safer communities starts with better understanding. This new pilot project is designed to transform police interactions and engagement with autistic individuals. 👇

A new partnership between Giant Steps and the Service de police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM) aims to improve interactions between officers and autistic people.

06/09/2026

🎶 Get ready for Shiramania with the amazing 🎶
It was a little bit like stepping into a modern-day Beatlemania rehearsal as we caught the choir’s final run-through before the big show. 🎤✨
had the chance to chat with choir director , band leader Benny, and choir members Lawrence and Shanny about what the Shira Choir means to them. From finding community and friendship to discovering confidence and purpose, their stories prove that music can truly come together and make a difference—with a little help from their friends.

06/09/2026

Connaissez-vous Capable.Media? Plus qu’un média, c’est une véritable vitrine qui célèbre la diversité et l'inclusion des personnes en situation de handicap. Apprenez-en plus sur cette belle initiative dans notre article !

Depuis qu’elle a accepté sa surdité en 2018, Kim Auclair déborde d’ambition et de projets.

06/08/2026

😎There are many fun things to do in the Laurentians this summer. From Sentier des cimes Laurentides to Sommet Saint-Sauveur, Les marchés d'ici, and Club de canoë-kayak VIKING Canoe & Kayak Club, here is just a small sampling with varying accessibility features:

There are many fun things to do in the Laurentians this summer. Here is just a small sampling with varying accessibility features.

06/07/2026

Découvrez comment l'Opéra de Montréal utilise l'art comme levier de transformation sociale.
Grâce à des initiatives inspirantes comme le programme Espace Transition mené avec le CHU Sainte-Justine, ainsi qu'une collaboration soutenue avec La Gang à Rambrou, la co-création artistique brise l'isolement et permet à de jeunes artistes de s'exprimer pleinement sur scène.
À lire dès maintenant :

Pierre Vachon travaille comme directeur de l’Action sociale et de l’éducation pour l’Opéra de Montréal depuis 2016.

06/06/2026

Looking for your daily dose of inspiration? The LINKS High School student-run Pause for Positivity Café is thriving! Check out how this hands-on program is evolving to give students the ultimate real-world experience.

L.I.N.K.S. High School, a specialized school within the English Montre-al School Board serving students with diverse learning needs, continues to develop initiatives that foster autonomy, responsibility and real-world readiness.

06/04/2026

For 50 years, Répit Emergo & Fondation Emergo has been providing crucial respite care and unforgettable camp experiences for autistic individuals and their families across Quebec. Discover how this incredible organization is celebrating a major milestone and continuing to offer a welcome break when families need it most.
Read the full story here: 👇

An organization that provides crucial respite care to families with autistic members is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year with a fundraising drive.

06/03/2026

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