We are having our annual AGM Wednesday September 26th from 6-8 pm in Summerside at the Superstore Community Room. You are invited, and I would ask you to share with others who may like to come, especially as we are in Summerside this year, may be able to connect with some new faces and increase the … [Read more...] about Annual General Meeting
Communications Manager & Fund Development
Job Posting: Communications Manager and Fund Development COMPETITION IS CLOSED. Who we are: The Prince Edward Island Association for Community Living (PEI ACL) is a province-wide, not-for-profit association of people with intellectual disabilities, families, and others leading the way to … [Read more...] about Communications Manager & Fund Development
A Special Thank You!
This Spring saw the completion of Bridget Cairns work with PEI Association for Community Living. Bridget was a vital leader and advocate with PEI ACL for 15 years. Bridget dedicated her time with ACL to ensure that the rights and values of persons with intellectual disabilities and their families … [Read more...] about A Special Thank You!
1st Annual St. Patrick’s Day Gala for PEIACL was a great success!
The Planning Committee had set 4 goals to reach. Goal #1 - Reach our fundraising goal amount. Goal #2 - To create awareness for PEIACL - 120 guests learned what PEIACL is all about Goal #3 - To have a good time at the St. Patrick's Day Gala. Based on the pictures & comments, a good time … [Read more...] about 1st Annual St. Patrick’s Day Gala for PEIACL was a great success!
Unique Dance Program for Members of the PEI ACL and Autism Society of PEI
The Town of Stratford in partnership with Dance Stars Academy, and support through Artist in Resident program are offering a unique dance program for members of the PEI ACL and/or the Autism Society of PEI. If your son or daughter have an interest in dance and want to further develop their … [Read more...] about Unique Dance Program for Members of the PEI ACL and Autism Society of PEI
Frank Driscoll, Past President, Alexandra PEI
I am the parent of a young woman who lives with a developmental disability. I originally came to the PEI Association for Community Living for advice on how to navigate the "System" in an effort to put appropriate supports in place for her to live in the community as a productive citizen. I was … [Read more...] about Frank Driscoll, Past President, Alexandra PEI
Bolaji Lukman, Director at Large
I am an advocate of helping people either through volunteering work or by other means without expecting anything in return. It is an intriguing opportunity to be part of PEIACL and the community as a whole .I have had a couple of volunteer experiences with United Nations High Commission for Refugees … [Read more...] about Bolaji Lukman, Director at Large
Martha MacLean, Past President, Brudenell, PE
My first involvement with the PEI ACL was when I was looking for information on the Disability Support Program regarding my daughter, Margaret, who is now 12 with Down Syndrome. The knowledge and support we received as a family from the Association made me feel more educated and empowered. This … [Read more...] about Martha MacLean, Past President, Brudenell, PE