Inside the Circle – July 15, 2026

Follow the steps in the guide above to connect with the Safety and Risk Issue phone line.

Use this phone line to report:

• A client who was Not Seen Not Found, and any Not Seen Not Found follow-ups.
• Any client safety or risk issue that happens during a visit, or that a client tells you about during a visit (for example, a fall).
• Any staff safety concern.

Please report these issues as soon as possible.

You must work 1,300 hours during this calendar year (January 2026 – December 2026) to qualify for or keep your full-time work status in 2027. (As stated in Article 3.03 of the Collective Agreement.)

If you would like to work more hours or increase your availability, please contact your Service Coordinator.

FIFA World Cup Fan Festival (downtown viewing zone)

• When: June 12-July 19
• Details: Downtown area will be extra busy, so expect local traffic and TTC crowding.

Beaches International Jazz Festival

• When: July 3-26
• Details: More traffic around Queen Street East – east of Don Valley Parkway (expect TTC to be busier in this area).

Pine Valled Drive Closure

• When: July 3-August 3
• Details: Pine Valley Drive from Rutherford Road to Major Mackenzie Drive West (Vaughan), will be closed.

BIG on Bloor Festival

• When: July 18-19
• Details: Bloor Street West will be closed to cars between Dufferin Street and Lansdowne Avenue. (Over 160,000 visitors.)

Supertri, 10KTO, & Toronto Triathlon

• When: July 26
• Details: Road Closures
  • The Gardiner Expressway (Eastbound Lanes Only): From the Humber River all the way east to the Don Valley Parkway.
  • The Don Valley Parkway (Northbound Lanes Only): From the Gardiner Expressway merge all the way north to Eglinton Avenue East. All northbound on-ramps will be closed.
  • Lake Shore Boulevard West (Eastbound Curb Lane Only): From Budapest Lane to New Brunswick Way/ Remembrance Drive.

The Group RRSP Matching Program helps you save money for retirement. When you contribute to your RRSP through the program, Circle of Care will also contribute money.

• If you are full-time, Circle of Care may contribute up to $300 per year.
• If you are part-time, Circle of Care may contribute up to $150 per year.

To qualify, you must have worked at Circle of Care for at least 12 months by December 31 of the contribution year.

Joining the program is optional. If you would like to join, please contact Payroll at payroll@circleofcare.com.

We are pleased to welcome the following new PSWs to Circle of Care:

• Jane Soribe
• Precious Ugwu
• Kristyl Ann Luceno
• Aishat Hambolu
• Magurita Joshua
• Sushil Malla
• Arsenia April Karnan
• Praptiben Patel
• Tobi Kazeem
• Mary Jane Pancho
• Akhila Urumbil
• Sarah Teke
• Eghonghon Reinhard-Suberu
• Omoviroro Mowarin
• Tenzin Yangdon
• Mary Kimani
• Mary Kathleen Felias
• Saleh Muhy-Ud-Din

Each week, we’re proud to recognize the PSWs who are celebrating their work anniversaries. Every anniversary—no matter the number of years—represents the dedication, compassion, and commitment you bring to supporting our clients and community. Thank you for the important role you play at Circle of Care. This week’s list includes PSWs celebrating work anniversaries between July 12 – 18.

Congratulations to the following PSWs on their years of service with Circle of Care:

July 13

• 17 Years: Louisa Victor

July 14

• 12 Years: Evelyn De Guzman Ferrer, Monir Khan

July 15

• 7 Years: Antoinette Kwakye, Maria Girlie Magtangob, Maria Paz Raymundo, Michail Tsvik, Saadia Sylvester

July 16

• 8 Years: Mary Ann Diana
• 14 Years: Janice Vigare

July 17

• 1 Year: Kabibi Bolo, Kriti Karki, Mainka Mainka, Minakshi Subba, Monica Kagwi, Nancy Gallardo, Nisha Ghimire, Phiona Babirye, Theresa Gabunada
• 3 Years: Cornelia Tsiwah, Erwin Sediono
• 26 Years: Bella Novoprudsky, Cecilia Harewood

July 18

• 2 Years: Kabita Kanojiya, Khushbu Patel, Mavis Forson, Pramila Bista, Shazia Salih
• 4 Years: Gillian Manalo, Rebecca Agtina

Individuals celebrating milestone anniversaries (5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35 years) will receive a one-time cash award to their pay cheque at the end of the quarter. Payment amount will depend on service length.

High Five for PSW Sherry Ann Rogador, Harka Maya Tamang, & Maize Bielak

We’ve had services from other organizations, but the care these PSWs provide is exceptional. We’re so grateful for their kindness and high-quality support. – Client

High Five for PSW Elvira Galang

Our family is so grateful for the exceptional care Elvira provides. We truly appreciate the high level of service. – Client’s Daughter

High Five for PSW Yolanda Aguila

Yolanda is proactive, communicative, and someone my sister really enjoys spending time with. – Client’s Sister

High Five for PSW Joan Aigbe

Joan made my mother feel so comfortable. We’d love for her to become Mom’s regular PSW. – Client’s Daughter

High Five for PSW Rashidat Kolawole

Rashidat is terrific and provides excellent service. – Client

Has someone gone above and beyond at work? Give them a High Five!

The High Five program lets you publicly recognize staff members for their outstanding work. High Fives will be posted in your weekly Inside the Circle newsletter.

To give a high five, just click on the button below or use the link in the rotating banner on the Portal home page.

Please note: We do not accept anonymous submissions for this program. High Fives must be submitted by an individual person, whether they are a staff member or member of the community.

Have a question? Submit your questions or feedback anonymously below!

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