Please take the time to fill in the survey in the link below, it doesn't take long, and you have the chance to express any concerns as well as make suggestions. #everyonesvoicematters #inclusion #takethetime The Department of Family and Human Services is looking to make some changes to the PEI … [Read more...] about Survey on Changes the PEI DSP Program 2017
Who Decides? A Workshop about Supported Decision-making
The Coalition for Supported Decision-Making will host an interactive workshop on Tuesday, May 30th from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Benevolent Irish Society Hall, 582 North River Rd in Charlottetown. Joanne Taylor, Executive Director of the Nidus Centre for Personal Planning in British … [Read more...] about Who Decides? A Workshop about Supported Decision-making
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