People First Canada

PFC is hosting a webinar on February 10, 2025, at 1pm EST. It is about working for Elections Canada during a federal election. Learn about how to apply and hear from PF members who have worked in a federal election. Anyone can attend - French translation will be provided.

Today there will be a live-stream of the apology by the Manitoba Government to the people who were forced to live at the Manitoba Developmental Centre. The live stream starts at 2:00 PM EST. You can watch at the link below. youtube.com/ManitobaGovern…

Please find below a news release from People First of Canada about a new book called “The Audacity of Inclusion: Fighting for the Equality of Persons Labelled Intellectually Disabled.”

Please find below a news release from the National Task Force on Deinstitutionalization about the closure of the Manitoba Developmental Centre.

PRESS RELEASE: MANITOBA’S LAST INSTITUTION FOR PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES NOW CLOSED PERMANENTLY On #HumanRightsDay, the last institution for people with intellectual disabilities in #MB closes for good. Read more here: inclusioncanada.ca/2024/12/10/pre…

Please find below a joint news release from People First of Canada and People First of Manitoba about the closure of the Manitoba Developmental Centre. This is great news on Human Rights Day!

Today is the anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights! The declaration describes the human rights that we all have. Disability rights are human rights – let’s protect, defend and uphold all human rights for all people. #OurRightsOurFuture #HumanRightsDay

PFC is very sad to learn that Laurie Beachell has passed away. Laurie was a passionate champion of disability rights and helped lead the Council of Canadians with Disabilities for more than 30 years. He will be missed. His legacy of good works will go on. ccdonline.ca/en/socialpolic…

Today is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities! PFC President Donna Brown talks about how important leadership is for people with intellectual disabilities and how leaders made PFC into the organization it is today! #IDPD2024 #Inclusion youtu.be/UBiOSzga1fU

Join us on Thursday, November 28 at 1:00-2:30 PM EST for a TownHall Meeting about our new project! Learn about federal financial services for people with intellectual disabilities and discuss the barriers to getting these services. The link is below and on the PFC website.

The Canada Disability Benefit needs improvements to truly reduce poverty. Join us in urging MPs to ensure the #CDB provides real support. Demand action. Write your MP -> fundthebenefit.ca/take-action #BuildABetterBenefit

Long-time PFC member John Cox (second from left) is on the National Advisory Council on Poverty and brings the lens of intellectual disability and poverty to the table. #Inlcusion #PovertyReductionStrategy

1/ The House that Inclusion Built: Calls to Action for Inclusive Housing - Wrapping up the last panel of our 15th Annual Federal Policy Forum on Inclusion, Donna Brown, Moira Wilson, and Rebeccah Bornemann shared powerful calls to action for inclusive, accessible housing. Let's dive into these critical recommendations. 🧠🏡

6/ How to Be a Good Neighbour "It’s simple," Jody said, "introduce yourself, respect the person, avoid assumptions, and listen." Treat neighbours with disabilities the same way you’d expect to be treated—with kindness, respect, and empathy. It's about community. 🏡 #CommunityTips #GoodNeighbor

11/ Our Shared Role - Emily Branje closed by reminding us that fostering welcoming and inclusive communities is a shared endeavour. Jody and Madison have made it clear: real inclusion starts with everyday actions, listening to each other, and building bridges, not barriers. #InclusiveHousing

John Cox is a life-long member of PFC. John speaks about his advocacy work to close down institutions and his own journey to finding an inclusive and supportive home. #PolicyForInclusion

Sealing the Cracks: Q&A Wrap-Up on Inclusive Housing Solutions 🏠🔍The first panel of Day 2 included a fantastic Q&A that zeroed in on what it takes to make inclusive housing accessible for everyone. Here’s a high-level overview: 🧵👇

Patty O’Donnell, President of PFNB, speaks about her journey to living independently in today’s first panel. #PolicyForInclusion

Patty O’Donnell, President of PFNB, speaks about her journey to living independently in today’s first panel. #PolicyForInclusion

Takara Lockyer, the 1st Vice President of PFC, speaks to her own experiences with housing as we get started on Day 2 of the 15thAnnual Federal Policy Forum on Inclusion! #PolicyForInclusion