Developing Organization

For organizations that are not yet incorporated nor providing direct services to seniors. 

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The best association for not-for-profit providers.

We are the association of not-for-profit long-term care, seniors’ housing and services for seniors in Ontario.

For more than 100 years, we have been influential in advocating government policies for senior care, dynamic in building strong community relationships, and rigorous in our business practices and accountability.

AdvantAge Ontario works on behalf of our members to help all stakeholders understand what the not-for-profit approach means and what it can do for the future of senior care.

A care worker shows a string of LED lights to a senior woman

Benefits of Developing Organization Membership

  • Advocacy

    AdvantAge Ontario is well recognized as the champion of not-for-profit long-term care, seniors’ community services, and housing. We facilitate the coming together of organizations that are committed to providing high quality care, services and accommodation for seniors in Ontario. Members rely on us to represent and communicate their needs and interests to government, to help them interpret relevant legislation, to work with them to increase public awareness of the value of not-for-profit delivery, and to use our collective expertise to influence public policy. Most importantly, they rely on us to work with funders and other provider and consumer groups to ensure that services for seniors are effective, resident-centred and quality driven.

  • Communications

    Through our newsletter, member updates and alerts, and monthly CEO webinar, we ensure a regular flow of information on current and emerging issues and developments that impact the work of members.

  • Policy Exchange

    Members-only access to this unique, searchable electronic policy management system that has over 1,000 sample policies and resources for long-term care and housing.

  • Data and Analytics Service

    The largest and most detailed inventory of financial data from the not-for-profit long-term care sector in Ontario. Participating members receive personalized comparative reports and access to customized reports.

  • Committees, Advisory Groups, and Communities of Practice

    Get involved in the Association’s work and share your expertise through active participation.

  • Centre for Education in Senior Care

    Over 3,000 members attend our highly successful seminars, workshops, management and leadership training programs, and annual Convention each year. Our well-rounded program provides professional training, growth, and career development.

  • Preferred Purchasing Programs

    Using our collective buying power, we have negotiated discount pricing and preferred service arrangements on the products and services that members use most.

  • Membership Directory

    Receive a free digital copy of our annual Membership Directory — an invaluable networking, resource and reference tool.

  • Other Services

    Our annual awards program recognizes member achievements, and our weekly media clips service lists sector-related articles and news.

Membership Fees

The 2024 membership fee is a flat rate of $1,020 per year for developing long-term care homes and $215 per year for developing housing.

Join AdvantAge Ontario now by completing the preliminary online application form or by contacting Chris Noone, Manager, Communications and Member Services.

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