As a registered non-profit, charity, the Simcoe County Association for the Physically Disabled adheres to the policies and procedures established by Canada Customs & Revenue Agency, Ontario Ministry of Consumer & Corporate Affairs, and abides by the Ethical Fundraising principles established by the Centre for Philanthropy.

Our Association is based on a membership model of community members who purchase annual memberships in our Association. Membership is open to all community members over 18 years of age who have a physical disability, knows someone with a physical disability or have an interest in supporting individuals with physical disabilities in Simcoe County. Associate membership is also available to individuals under 18 years of age with a physical disability, and individuals who wish to assist, support or work with individuals with physical disabilities.

The Association has a General Annual Meeting each year where individual members are elected to the Board of Directors, based on the recommendations of the Nominating/Recruitment Committee. The Association's By-laws dictate the terms of office on the Board and officer selection. The Board of Directors is charged with defining the future vision of the Association, establishing broad based goals and expectations for organizational performance and the evaluation of the organization against these goals.

The operational component of the Association is delegated to the Executive Director for implementation, within parameters established by the Board of Directors.

The Association offers a number of community programs and services designed to assist individuals with physical disabilities to lead independent, productive and dignified lives in Simcoe County. We have a variety of funding sources, which support our Association in offering these services. Each of these service areas is directed by a Manager and delivered by a group of dedicated employees and volunteers of the Association.