Kingston, ON, August 7, 2025 — Providence Village (“the Village”) is pleased to welcome Independent Living Centre Kingston (ILCK) as its newest partner and subtenant. As of August 1, ILCK has moved into a newly renovated space in the West Wing of Providence Motherhouse—joining a growing group of mission-aligned organizations delivering health, wellness, and social services at Providence Village.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Independent Living Centre Kingston to the Village,” said Laurie French, President & CEO of Providence Village. “ILCK brings a vital voice and perspective as we continue to build our community of services, and their commitment to accessibility and empowerment aligns perfectly with our mission. We look forward to learning from one another and collaborating to build a more inclusive and connected community of care.”
Founded by people with disabilities in the late 1980s, ILCK is a leader in promoting the rights, dignity, and self-determination of people with disabilities. The organization offers free programs, resources, and skills-building support for people with disabilities, their families, and the broader community.
“Joining Providence Village marks an exciting new chapter for our organization,” said Laura Allen, Executive Director of ILCK. “We’re proud to be part of a vibrant, integrated community of care that shares our values. Being part of the Village will strengthen our ability to connect with others and continue advancing disability rights and independent living in our region.”
Providence Village is a charitable organization that brings together diverse health and wellness organizations in a welcoming, village-like setting at 1200 Princess Street in Kingston. ILCK is the latest organization to establish a presence in the West Wing of the Providence Motherhouse, joining fellow not-for-profit partners including H’art Centre for Smiles, Girls Inc., the Arthritis Society Canada’s Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program, and Bereaved Families of Ontario – Kingston Region.
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About Providence Village (“The Village”)
Located in Kingston, Ontario, Providence Village is a welcoming community at 1200 Princess Street, which brings together diverse partners in a village-like setting to offer complementary care, health and wellness services to people across the region. Guided by the spirit and vision of its founders, the Sisters of Providence of St. Vincent de Paul, Providence Village fosters a sense of hope, belonging, and wellbeing for all who visit. A charitable organization sponsored by the Catholic Health Sponsors of Ontario, Providence Village is dedicated to upholding the values and enduring legacy of the Sisters through community-centred care and services that drive meaningful social change. providencevillage.ca.
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About Independent Living Centre Kingston
Empowering people with disabilities to create an accessible and inclusive community.
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Cory Angeletti-Szasz
Communications Consultant, Providence Village
cory.angeletti-szasz@providence.ca
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