Community Living Burlington

What Community Living Burlington does

Community Living Burlington is a registered Canadian non-profit organization established in 1955 and headquartered in Burlington, Ontario, operating within the developmental services sector of Halton Region. The organization supports over 400 children, adults, and seniors with developmental disabilities across a continuum of services, including 30 group homes providing supported living, supported independent living, employment services, children's inclusion programs, and community participation supports. It also operates The HUB, a community center offering recreational, social, and educational programming, plus fee-for-service offerings such as the Burlington Inclusion Summer Camp, Respite Program, and the Burlington Beats sensory-friendly music program.

The organization's revenue model is built primarily on transfer-payment funding from the Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services via Developmental Services Ontario (DSO), the provincial access point for funded DS services. Additional revenue is generated through fee-for-service programs (summer camp, respite, music), community donations, and targeted grants such as the $95,400 Ontario Trillium Foundation grant received in March 2026. The organization employs between 251 and 500 staff across Burlington, Milton, Georgetown, Oakville, and Halton Hills, and maintains partnerships with over 50 community organizations, local employers, and municipal entities.

Operationally, the organization is structured around direct service delivery rather than technology-enabled scale. Its principal non-service capability investment is the Social Capital Measurement Tool, funded via the 2026 OTF grant, intended to quantify social-impact outcomes for stakeholders and funders. The May 2025 Ontario provincial announcement of developmental services sector restructuring represents a material external factor that may reshape the organization's funding model, service-delivery framework, and competitive positioning in the medium term.

Name

Community Living Burlington

Legal name

Community Living Burlington

Website

https://www.clburlington.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1955

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Community Living Burlington is dedicated to socially supporting people with intellectual disabilities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Developmental Disability Services

NAICS

Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Facilities (6232), Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability Facilities (623210), Other Residential Care Facilities (623990)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351)

akta.pro primary industry

Disability Services & Independent Living Support (BPAGACAG)

Keywords

• Developmental disability services
• Residential group homes
• Employment support services
• Community participation programs
• Children's inclusion services

Headquarters

HQ city

Burlington

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Marketing or Sales, Others, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Government Funding: Provincial government funding through the Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services, administered via Developmental Services Ontario for residential supports, community participation supports, and employment services.
2. Donations and Charitable Contributions: General donations, one-time and monthly contributions, memorial and tribute gifts, corporate matching programs. Signature event Walk'n Roll held annually in September.
3. Membership Fees: Annual membership with three tiers: General ($25/year), Family ($40/year), Self-Advocate ($5/year). Membership runs April 1 to March 31 and includes voting rights at AGM.
4. Facility Rentals: Rental of community spaces including My Community Kitchen & Lounge, Gary Chenevard Room, Wellness Centre, Tech for Success Computer Lab, and The Rec Zone. Revenue-generating rental program for community use.
5. Fee-for-Service Programs: Fee-for-service programs at The HUB including Sensory Lab sessions ($65), Power Up fitness ($50), Love to Bake cooking classes ($300), and other enrichment programs. Also includes Community Participation Supports application process.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Community Living Burlington is a non-profit organization that enriches the quality of life and promotes full and meaningful community inclusion for individuals with developmental disabilities across Burlington, Milton, and Georgetown. It delivers Supported Living (30 group homes), Employment Services, Children's Inclusion Services, Community Participation Supports, the LifeShare host family program, and The HUB programming hub offering enrichment classes such as Sensory Lab, Power Up fitness, Love to Bake cooking, music, art, and yoga.

Product overview

Community Living Burlington is a non-profit organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of services for individuals with developmental disabilities. The organization operates as a multi-service provider with The HUB serving as a central programming hub that coordinates various day programs, wellness activities, and skill-building initiatives. Core services include Supported Living (group homes and Supported Independent Living), the LifeShare host family program, Employment Services, Children's Inclusion Services, and Community Participation Supports at multiple locations. The HUB coordinates programming including art, music, fitness (Adaptive Yoga, Power Up, Adaptive Mobility, Fall Prevention), cooking (Love to Bake), sensory therapy (Sensory Lab), and life skills (Healthy Relationships). Specialty programs include the Burlington Beats drumline and colourguard experience, the GROW employment readiness program, and facility rentals of spaces including a kitchen, wellness center, computer lab, and recreation zone. Fundraising initiatives include general donations, the annual Walk'n Roll event, Legacy Giving (planned bequests), Moments Through Music, and the Forever Fly butterfly art project. The organization relies on volunteer support through multiple programs including Friendship Connections, event volunteering, corporate volunteers, and student placements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The HUB: A vibrant and inclusive space offering a wide range of programs for individuals who have a developmental disability, including cooking, art, technology, wellness, and community outings.
• The Burlington Beats
• LifeShare Program
• GROW Program
• Moments Through Music
• Forever Fly Project

Products and services

• The HUB A vibrant and inclusive space offering a wide range of programs for individuals with developmental disabilities, including cooking, art, technology, wellness, and community outings. Programs are designed to enhance independence, strengthen skills, foster friendships, and encourage meaningful community participation.
• Burlington Beats An accessible and inclusive drumline and colourguard experience for adults with developmental disabilities, teaching basic drumming techniques and flag choreography in a structured, supportive, and creative environment with weekly rehearsals.
• Supported Living Individualized housing support services including 24-hour supported group living in residential homes across Burlington, Milton, and Georgetown, as well as Supported Independent Living programs for those living more independently.
• LifeShare Program A residential alternative matching adults with developmental disabilities with host families in the community who provide support and life skills training in their own homes.
• Employment Services Advocacy and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities seeking employment, including job development, on-the-job training, employment planning, job coaching, and retention services working with over 50 employers in the Halton Region.
• GROW Program Employment readiness program helping individuals build job skills while earning 2 high school credits, covering topics like finding employment, computer skills, workplace safety, and positive co-worker relationships.
• Children's Inclusion Services Services and support provided to licensed child care programs, nursery schools, and private home child care for children from birth until Kindergarten entry, supporting children with developmental difficulties or at risk for developmental challenges.
• Community Participation Supports Day programs for individuals aged 21+ with developmental disabilities offering meaningful daytime, educational, leisure, and social opportunities across multiple locations including Mainway, Central Perk Social, Rotary Youth Centre, and Tansley Woods.
• Facility Rentals Rental of multiple spaces at 3057 Mainway including My Community Kitchen and Lounge, The Gary Chenevard Room, The Wellness Centre, Tech for Success Computer Lab, and The Rec Zone for meetings, workshops, fitness, and community events.
• Sensory Lab A thoughtfully designed multisensory space with 1:1 guided sessions led by certified practitioners, providing individualized sensory experiences for people with various disabilities and sensory needs at $65 per 45-minute session.
• Power Up with Paul A beginner-friendly fitness program supporting individuals of all abilities in building strength, confidence, and overall well-being with focus on mobility, joint health, balance, and endurance at $50 for a 6-week session.
• Love to Bake A 6-week baking experience teaching essential baking skills including measuring, mixing, decorating, and safe food preparation while creating cookies, muffins, cakes, and seasonal treats at $300 for the 6-week series.
• Adaptive Yoga Inclusive yoga classes designed for individuals of all abilities with gentle movements, breathwork, and relaxation techniques offered in chair, mat, and standing formats.
• Art Class with Connie Ward Art course led by an instructor with over 20 years of inclusive education experience, providing a supportive space for participants of all abilities to explore artistic talents.
• Music with JP and Deanna Interactive music sessions where participants sing along to favorite tunes and bring musical instruments, with multiple class times available throughout the week.
• Adaptive Mobility Fitness class for individuals who use wheelchairs or remain seated, focusing on muscle strength, stability, and mobility while engaging in activities supporting memory, focus, and cognition.
• Fall Prevention Interactive program designed to improve balance, strength, and mobility while engaging in activities supporting memory, focus, and cognition, using light weights, resistance bands, and gentle stretching.
• Healthy Relationships Program building skills in emotional expression, personal hygiene, self-care, personal space, consent, and positive social skills for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Membership Program Annual membership tiers (General $25/year with 1 vote; Family $40/year with up to 2 votes; Self-Advocate $5/year with 1 vote) running April 1 to March 31, including voting rights at the Annual General Meeting.
• Walk'n Roll Annual Fundraising Event 46th Annual Walk'n Roll signature fundraising event scheduled September 19, 2026 at Spencer Smith Park supporting Community Living Burlington programs and services.

Quantifiable outcome

• Supports 400+ children, adults, and seniors with developmental disabilities
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and secondary.

• Michaels (Brant Street Location)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 June 2026Named CLB's 'Employer of the Year' June 2026. Partnership through Employment Services for inclusive hiring, providing employment opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Halton RegioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional government providing funding and collaborative support for developmental services. Supports Children's Inclusion Services delivery in Halton.
• City of BurlingtoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipal partner providing community support and local government collaboration.
• Developmental Services Ontario (DSO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvincial agency (funded by Ministry of Community and Social Services) serving as the gateway for developmental services. Nine agencies across Ontario; DSO helps adults connect to CLB services.
• OASIS (Ontario Agencies Supporting Inclusive Activity)secondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerNetwork of agencies supporting inclusive activity and recreation for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• FedCap CanadacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership spotlight filmed April 2026. Collaborative relationship supporting employment services and inclusive hiring initiatives.
• Mohawk CollegesecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerStudent placement partnership accepting students from human services programs for field experience and career development.
• Sheridan CollegesecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerStudent placement partnership for college students seeking field placement experience in developmental services.
• McMaster UniversitysecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity student placement partnership for students in human services and related fields.
• Community Living North HaltoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative delivery of Children's Inclusion Services in Halton Region between CLB and Community Living North Halton.
• Corporate Volunteers (AmerisourceBergen, Canadian Tire Financial Services, Deloitte, John Deere, UPS, Home Depot)secondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate volunteer groups providing hands-on support including painting, gardening, and facility enhancement projects.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Community Living North Halton: Direct peer operating in Halton Region with the same Community Living Ontario model serving individuals with developmental disabilities. CLB explicitly partners with this organization to co-deliver Children's Inclusion Services in Halton.
• Community Living Hamilton: Adjacent Ontario Community Living association serving the Hamilton-Wentworth region with residential, community participation, and employment services for individuals with developmental disabilities — same service model and DSO gateway.
• Community Living Mississauga: Peel Region Community Living association offering supported living, day programs, employment services, and children's supports under the same Ontario DSO framework — comparable service mix and population focus.
• Community Living Toronto: Larger-scale Toronto-based Community Living association providing residential, community participation, and employment supports for adults with developmental disabilities — same model at significantly greater scale.
• Reena: York Region-based nonprofit providing residential, day program, employment, and children's services for individuals with developmental disabilities — directly comparable service portfolio within the Ontario DSO system.
• Participation House: Ontario nonprofit operating residential group homes and day programs for adults with developmental disabilities. Highly comparable 24-hour supported living model across multiple sites.
• Kerry's Place Autism Services: Ontario-wide nonprofit providing residential, day, employment, and family support services primarily for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities — overlapping population and service model.
• Extend-A-Family: Waterloo Region nonprofit offering supported living, respite, and community participation for people with developmental disabilities — comparable person-centered planning approach.
• Adult Developmental Centres (ADC): Hamilton-area nonprofit providing day programs, residential services, and employment supports for adults with developmental disabilities — directly comparable service categories.

Broad incumbents

• Community Living Ontario: Provincial umbrella association for the Community Living movement in Ontario, of which CLB is the 35th founding member. Sets standards, advocates for policy, and coordinates the network of 30+ similar associations.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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