Connections - Family Advocacy

Inclusion Alberta UCP Leadership Candidate questions and answers
September 13, 2022

Inclusion Alberta is a non-partisan organization and takes no position on the leadership of any political party. We provide this only as information. We believe this information will be of […]

A blue and green image with cartoon icons of trees, tents and mountains at the bottom. A wooden sign in the middle reads 'Tips for Finding Inclusive Summer Camps' and has the Inclusion Alberta logo at the bottom of it.
July 11, 2022

  Summer camps are a great way for all kids, including children with intellectual disabilities, to enjoy their summer break! It can be a chance to have some fun, make […]

Emily and Braden pose in front of a wooden wall. Both are wearing plaid shirts (Braden red and black, Emily blue and white). Both have shorter brown hair. Emily is wearing glasses. "Why Inclusion is Important: Emily's Story"
April 11, 2022

By Emily Ouimet When I was about 4 and in preschool, I remember my mom being told that I was non-social, always ‘doing my own thing’, and that the teacher […]

Speech from the throne disappoints parents of children with developmental disabilities
February 24, 2022

  For decades parents of children with developmental needs have been advocating for their right to choose an inclusive education. An inclusive education where children with developmental disabilities are welcomed […]

Family Survey on FSCD & FMS. Inclusion Alberta needs your help to understand families' experiences with FSCD (Family Services for Children with Disabilities) & FMS (Family Managed Services)
January 14, 2022

Inclusion Alberta needs your help to better understand families’ current experiences with FSCD (Family Support for Children with Disabilities) and FMS (Family Managed Services). If you are a family waiting […]

Ensure Your Voice Counts. Budget 2022 Survey. Inclusion Alberta
December 22, 2021

The Government of Alberta is currently seeking the input of Albertans as it prepares Budget 2022. You can participate by filling in the survey online at Budget 2022 Survey by […]

Alberta COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution. Developmental Disability & the COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shot. Inclusion Alberta
December 15, 2021

For immediate release – December 15, 2021 Edmonton, AB – Inclusion Alberta is calling on the Alberta government to prioritize individuals with developmental disabilities in the COVID-19 third (‘booster’) dose […]

Virtual fall conference 2021. Youth for Inclusion. Inspiring Collective Youth Activism Through Advocacy and Leadership. November 6, 9:30am-12:30m, $10, register at inclusionalberta.org
November 1, 2021

Youth for Inclusion invites you to join the 5th annual Fall Conference on November 6th, 2021! This year’s event will be virtual, with the theme ‘inspiring collective youth activism through […]

Urgent Notice: Alberta's Triage Protocol & Persons with Disabilities. Inclusion Alberta
September 28, 2021

While Alberta’s Critical Care Triage Protocol has not been officially implemented, doctors and the news media are reporting that elements of triaging have already begun given the current crisis in our hospitals. In the past […]

Natural Supports: What the heck are they, anyway?
September 2, 2021

By Caitlin Wray, Community Inclusion Facilitator – Inclusion Alberta Imagine, if you will, a place where your needs are met in ways you may not even think about – where […]