Who We Are

Ursa Major Learning Services and Center is a non-profit organization based in Kingsville, Ontario, providing educational day programming and day support to adults living with disabilities in Essex County.

Our mission is to create a learning center and place of fun that provides a genuine educational and learning environment for individuals with disabilities.

We promote independence, empower individuals to create their own sense of personal responsibility, and create community and social connections.

Our programming philosophy emphasizes the integration of fun and leisure into the educational components of each day, making learning more effective.

Our program focuses on communication, personal safety, independent living, personal care, daily living skills, work skills, and daily interactions.

Our program is designed to help develop social, work, and life skills while building conversations, social relationships, and community skills.

We believe in fostering self-advocacy skills and creating meaningful ties to the community through active involvement.

At Ursa Major Learning Services and Center, we are committed to supporting our membership to the fullest, empowering them to achieve their personal goals and develop their own personal life plans.

Our Mission:

We seek to create a learning center and place of fun for individuals with disabilities that provides a genuine educational and learning environment

Our Vision:

Is to provide educational support to individuals with disabilities that promote independence, empowers the people we support to create their own sense of personal responsibility, and creates community and social connections

We are committed to providing exceptional educational services and support to individuals with disabilities. Our values and principles include:

Respect: We treat all individuals with dignity and respect, honoring their unique needs, interests, and perspectives.

Empowerment: We strive to empower our members to take ownership of their education and personal growth, helping them to develop the skills and confidence they need to achieve their goals.

Inclusion: We believe in creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity, fosters social connections, and promotes a sense of belonging for all individuals.

Community: We are dedicated to building strong relationships with our members and their families, as well as with the wider community, to create a supportive network of resources and opportunities.

Innovation: We are committed to staying up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in disability education, constantly seeking out new and innovative ways to improve our services and support.

Accountability: We take our responsibilities seriously, and are committed to being transparent, ethical, and accountable in all of our interactions with members, families, and the community.

These values and principles guide everything we do at Ursa Major Learning Services and Center, ensuring that we provide exceptional education, support, and care to individuals with disabilities.