who we are
our mission
To provide residential and vocational environments to individuals living with intellectual disabilities.
our vision
We will be recognized by stakeholders as being successful when:
the individuals we serve achieve full acceptance and participation in the community
no one in need of our services is turned away
we are recognized as a leading service provider
we are the employer of choice for people working in this field
we have all the human, physical and financial resources needed to accomplish our goals
our goals
As an organization, we strive to achieve the following goals:
Develop and implement stimulating client-focused services
Retain qualified and dedicated human resources to effectively provide our services
Build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships
Ensure operating practices maximize efficiency and manage risk
our history
Corridor Community Options Society was originally started in the mid-1970s as a service provider to people living with intellectual disabilities. We are a registered not-for-profit, charitable organization that operates under the governance of a Board of Directors.
our board of directors
Our Board of Directors is comprised of people from the community who are interested in our mission and vision. It consists of people from various backgrounds within East Hants and border communities in Halifax and Colchester Counties of Nova Scotia.
We presently have ten members on the Board. Eight members are recruited from the community, one member is a Councillor from the Municipality of East Hants, and one is selected by the Association of Community Living (A.C.L.) membership in the East Hants area.
participant council
Participant Council is an enthusiastic and dedicated group of individuals that meets weekly to discuss issues, problem-solve, oversee recreational activities, advocate on behalf of their fellow participants and collaborate with staff and management on topics that affect all participants and staff attending CCOA.