Key Points from New Brunswick’s 2021-2025 Addiction and Mental Health Action Plan
Last week, the Government of New Brunswick released the Inter-Departmental Addiction and Mental Health Action Plan, focused on addressing the increasing demand for addiction and mental health services.
Thank you and Winners of the 2021 Virtual Elimination Draw
Thank you to everyone who purchased or sold tickets for the 2021 Elimination Draw. The 2021 Elimination Draw wouldn’t have been possible without the help of our generous supporters Hawkins Equipment Ltd., Haier, BG Services, Jeff Alpaugh Custom, TCW Auto And Industrial Supply LTD, Delta Hotels by Marriott Fredericton.
Statement on the United Nations release on medical assistance in dying based on having a disability
The New Brunswick Association for Community Living (NBACL) joins our national counterpart, Inclusion Canada, in backing the statement recently released by three human rights experts from the United Nations condemning access to medical assistance in dying based on having a disability.
National Inclusive Education Awards 2021
On behalf of Inclusion Canada (formerly the Canadian Association for Community Living), the New Brunswick Association for Community Living is issuing a call for nominations for the National Inclusive Education Awards.
The awards are presented to an individual or team who has made a positive and significant contribution to inclusive education within the early learning, K-12, and post-secondary systems in their province or territory. The award presentations are part of the activities planned for National Inclusive Education Month, which will be held in April 2021.
Give the Gift of Opportunity this Holiday Season
Mohamed Ragab and his family were among those for whom COVID-19 nearly led to a crisis.
UPDATE: Clothing donation bins now open in Fredericton, Oromocto and Saint John
We are pleased to announce that we have re-opened clothing donation bins in the Fredericton, Oromocto, and Saint John areas and are accepting donations of re-usable clothing. To view the list of donation bin locations please click here. We look forward to re-opening bins in other locations soon.
2020-2025 Strategic Plan now available
The Board of Directors develops a renewed Strategic Plan every five years that outlines priority objectives and drives the work of the Association for the duration of the five-year plan.
Important Update on our Community Collection Program
Due to COVID-19, at this time we are not collecting reusable clothing and household items through our Community Collection Program.
Briefing Note for Political Parties – 2020 New Brunswick Election
In preparation for the 2020 provincial election, NBACL/ANBIC is asking all political parties to adopt platform commitments to support the full inclusion of people with an intellectual or developmental disability in our communities.
How to vote in a provincial election
To make voting as accessible and convenient as possible, Elections NB offers several different ways to cast your vote.
At Home – Activities and Resources During COVID-19
NBACL is happy to offer a list of engaging activities and resources (for all ages) to keep parents/guardians and their children learning and having fun during their time away from school. Click here
You’re invited to attend our virtual Annual General Meeting!
Save the date for the 2020 NBACL AGM!