Member Statement (11 May 2026)

From Hansard (11 May 2026)

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Disability Service Professionals Week

Megan Patterson: — Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I rise today to recognize May 10th to 16th as Disability Service Professionals Week, a week to celebrate the dedicated professionals who deliver critical services to people with intellectual disabilities across our province.

Mr. Speaker, the Ministry of Social Services partners with the community-based organizations in more than 90 communities, offering residential services, day programs, and supported employment programs so that thousands of individuals with intellectual disabilities can build skills, live more independently, and participate fully in their community.

This important work would not be possible without the vital disability service professionals who show up each day with competency, compassion, and a commitment to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals that they serve.

Mr. Speaker, I would also like to recognize the valuable work done by SARC to support community-based organizations in delivering the services that thousands of individuals with intellectual disabilities rely on each day to live life to their full potential. The impact reaches far beyond programs. It strengthens families, communities, and our entire province.

Mr. Speaker, I invite all members in this Assembly to join me in thanking SARC and the disability service professionals here today for their positive impact on our province. Thank you.

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