Inclusion Saskatchewan

The Person-Centred Culture Committee is pleased to introduce their new website (below). The purpose of the website is to provide tools and resources to support Saskatchewan’s disability services sector in strengthening person-centred practices and culture. The resources on this site can be used by individuals, families, advocates, service providers and anyone looking to learn more about the person-centred journey; there is something for everyone. The Person Centred Culture Co...mmittee is also pleased to offer online virtual information sessions on the following dates: April 27th - 10am to 11:30am April 29th - 10am to 11:30am May 4th - 10am to 11:30am May 6th - 10am to 11:30am To register for a session, please go to https://www.inclusionsk.com/inskevents *The Person-Centred Culture Committee is a proud collaboration of Inclusion Saskatchewan, SARC, Community Living Service Delivery and representatives from third-party service providers to promote person-centred practices in Saskatchewan.

Inclusion Saskatchewan's Self-Advocates want your input on an Accessible Bus System in Saskatchewan. If you have a few minutes to spare, please fill out the survey below (the survey closes today). The results will help guide this initiative going forward.

Law enforcement officers can and will encounter a number of situations where they need to deal with individuals that have various intellectual disabilities and knowing what to do in those situations is very important. That is why Inclusion Weyburn and the Saskatchewan Health Authority have teamed up to create a presentation for the Weyburn Police Service that is all about people who live with intellectual disabilities, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, to help the police members to be more prepared for the future.

Inclusion Saskatchewan's Nominating Committee is seeking qualified candidates to serve on the Board of Directors. The following positions will be open for election at the Annual Meeting of Members on June 6, 2021: President: one position for a two-year term Vice President: one position for a one-year term Director at Large: three positions for two-year terms... Self-Advocate Director at Large: one position for a two-year term Nomination Form in link.

The Government of Saskatchewan is engaging the public to help create new accessibility legislation for the province and improve the quality of life for people with disabilities. The Ministry of Social Services has launched an online engagement platform the public can find at www.saskatchewan.ca/accessiblesk to have their voices heard during this process. Online, they can find surveys, register for and attend an online discussion forum, access a discussion guide to fill in, share comments and ask questions. The first phase of engagement will run from February 4 to March 31, 2021.

This year, we've launched a PADLET virtual wall of celebration to acknowledge inclusion champions in our province. On this virtual wall, you will be able to create a post telling us about a teacher, principal, or school in your community that has made inclusion a priority in their classroom or school. You will find instructions on how to post a note, picture, video, or link on the wall. Please help us spread to word by reposting and sharing. The wall will be active throughout the month of February and possibly beyond if there continues to be interest. We look forward to hearing about all the amazing work being done across the province to promote inclusion in our schools.

Join us in celebrating Inclusive Education Month!

The housing market for people with intellectual disabilities can feel like navigating a maze without an exit. To demystify the process, a go-to guide for renters with intellectual disabilities, their caregivers and their landlords is being prepared by the National Affordable Housing Corporation, with the help of a $50,000 grant from the Community Housing Transformation Centre.

Please read our open letter requesting vaccination for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Are you interested in facilitating Tell It Like It Is workshops? Have you already been facilitating workshops and have questions about the program or insights to give? Simply interested in the program and wanting to learn more? Please attend our online meeting on Thursday, January 28th from 1:00-2:30 p.m. This will be the first of many regularly scheduled meetings for those facilitating (or interested in facilitating) Tell It Like It Is as we begin to grow our Facilitator’s Network - a place for all those involved with TILII to connect with each other to share resources, collaborate, and receive support. In this preliminary session, we want to get to know you! What have you experienced running TILII workshops? Success stories, challenges, we want to hear it all!

The Virtual Inclusion Breakfast is HERE! Help us change the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities in Saskatchewan. Donate here: https://www.inclusionsk.com/breakfast

An 18-year-old Saskatoon man represents Saskatchewan in a nation video to promote Canadian Down Syndrome Awareness Week. Noah Bell says he felt happy to be chosen to sing O Canada for the national awareness week and the project was a lot of fun. In a time like this where everyone is so isolated and we can’t see everyone, it brings everyone together across Canada. It shows their skills and abilities and gives them a time shine, said Noah’s mom, Alison Bell.

We've almost hit our fundraising goal but need your help to cross the finish line and continue our work during these challenging times! See the video below to learn more about how we change the lives of persons with intellectual disabilities in Saskatchewan. Donate here: www.inclusionsk.com/breakfast

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So that we can continue to support individuals and families without putting them, ourselves, or the community at risk, we want to remind people that we are working remotely, and our offices are closed to the public. All staff will be working regular hours and can be reached either through [email protected] or by voicemail at 306-955-3344. Requests for support can be placed using our intake form. All meetings will be held virtually. All events that cannot be held virtually will remain postponed.

The Minister of Social Services has officially declared October as Inclusion Month! Read the Minister's statement below.

UPCOMING VIRTUAL COURSE: Mental Health for Adults with Development Disabilities During COVID: A Virtual Course for Family Caregivers. The Azrieli Adult Neurodevelopmental Centre at CAMH is inviting family caregivers of adults with developmental disabilities to take part in a virtual course on mental health, developmental disabilities and COVID 19. This course is offered as a 6 week series starting November 3, 2020 (1:00 2:30pm EST) EST). Topics will vary week to week and inc...lude: healthcare communication, self care, dealing with grief and loss, and more. Find out how to register and see our course overview and schedule at : https://j.mp/34eSwjQ See more