Karis Community Initiatives

Karis Community Initiatives is a non-profit faith based charitable organization serving families in Ontario and Saskatchewan. Our purpose is to contribute to the quality of life of people who experience disabilities by addressing their emotional intellectual social physical and spiritual needs. Services include camps and excursions as well as fee-for-service programs and vacations. Our Vision: People who experience disabilities belong to communities in which their God-given gifts are valued and celebrated. Our Mission: As an expression of Christian faith we work together with people who experience disabilities to accomplish their goals and nurture communities where everybody belongs. Our Values: Valuing people - we believe that all people are created in the image of God and are loved and valued equally. Fostering belonging - we strengthen communities by fostering belonging with people with disabilities. Serving others - we mobilize our faith to effectively and compassionately support those around us. Celebrating gifts - we celebrate the many skills abilities and contributions that everybody including people with disabilities offers the world around them. No new programs were undertaken during the year.