Family and Human Services Minister Tina Mundy proclaimed October as Community Living month at a reception held at Government House by Their Honours H. Frank Lewis and Mrs. Dorothy Lewis. Attendees included provincial and municipal government officials, PEI ACL Board members, staff and friends. As … [Read more...] about October Proclaimed Community Living Month
CHIP IN FOR INCLUSION! – Annual Golf & Dinner Event
The PEI Association for Community Living is proud to host its Chip In for Inclusion Annual Golf Event. All proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit Island families right here at home. On September 24th, 2016 we will be hosting our 2nd Annual Chip In for Inclusion Fundraising Golf Event at … [Read more...] about CHIP IN FOR INCLUSION! – Annual Golf & Dinner Event
Become a Member of the Association today – Being a member has it’s benefits.
PEI ACL Staff, Board and members are committed to the vision of a world where everyone belongs. By becoming a member you stand with us as we provide support, education and advocacy where and when it's needed, breaking down barriers and building communities that include people of all … [Read more...] about Become a Member of the Association today – Being a member has it’s benefits.
PEI ACL Annual General Meeting
A reminder to : Please 'save the date' on your calendar for our AGM. PEI ACL AGM will be at the Rural Action Centre in Montague, 540 Main Street, Thursday, September 8th, at 6:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served and our guest speakers will be Mr. Tim Murphy, a retired educator & CJ … [Read more...] about PEI ACL Annual General Meeting
Changes to Executive Leadership
The Canadian Association for Community Living (CACL) and IRIS, the Institute for Research and Development on Inclusion and Society, have announced that Dr. Michael Bach, current Executive Vice-President of CACL, will assume the role of full-time Managing Director of IRIS. "Dr. Michael Bach, … [Read more...] about Changes to Executive Leadership
Our Position Papers
Introduction PEI ACL’s position is one of full citizenship in which people with intellectual disabilities and their families lead good lives in welcoming communities. We advocate for the full inclusion of people who have an intellectual disability in all aspects of community life. The policy … [Read more...] about Our Position Papers
Our Values and Principles
VALUES AND PRINCIPLES The PEI Association for Community Living (PEIACL) views the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD) to be the document that best describes and advances the rights of people with disabilities. We believe strongly in the principles … [Read more...] about Our Values and Principles
Physician (Medical) Assisted Death
Plain Language Summary The Supreme Court of Canada has decided that physician-assisted suicide and voluntary euthanasia are no longer against the law. “Physician-assisted suicide” is when a person kills him/herself with the help of a doctor. “Voluntary Euthanasia” is when a person asks a … [Read more...] about Physician (Medical) Assisted Death