About Us

Families Matter Coop - Established in 2004

FMC Objectives are achieved by:

Respecting members individual Choice
Connecting members through a secure database
Providing Information to families and individuals
on currents issues and Community Supports Resources
Networking with Community and Government Agencies
Participating, providing input at Government Levels
Advocating, bringing Awareness to Gaps in Supports/Services
Developing Community Partnerships, facilitating development of member initiatives in Housing/Employment/Community Programs.

"Strengthening & Empowering Families" Through Advocacy- Partnerships

Founders:

Marge McCabe

Krysia Pazdzior

Anne Toft & John Toft

Agnes Wee ( deceased Jan. 2005)

                    Agnes dedicated her life to advocating for her son Robert and all disabled people
                    "A trailblazer -Quiet and Steadfast-Always Thinking Outside the Box"

                     The Agnes Wee Memorial Fund will provide grants to projects that:

- Support and Educate Families - Provide Training for Workers - Recognize Disabled People

- Train Job Coaches - Create Housing Projects - Provide Community Day Programs

Donations made payable to "The Agnes Wee Memorial Fund",
The Community Foundation of Ottawa,
Suite 301, 75 Albert Street, Ottawa ON K1P 5E7
Tel: (613) 236-1616