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PEERS Alliance

AIDS PEI is guided by the principles of health promotion, population health, and community development. It acknowledges that determinants of health such as gender, social support networks, education, social and physical environments, personal health practices, coping skills, culture, biology and genetic endowment must be addressed if community-based AIDS work is to be effective. It affirms the voices of people living with HIV or AIDS. It is dedicated to developing new and innovative prevention/education initiatives for targeted populations including Youth, Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered (GLBT) community, Women, Intravenous Drug Users and those in correctional institutions. Theses initiatives enable individuals to manage their health through access to high quality support and educational programs. AIDS PEI attempts to use community development principles such as capacity building and community ownership in order to achieve these goals. It is committed to sharing resources and

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Walkerton & District Hospital Foundation

The Walkerton & District Hospital Foundation was incorporated in 1994 as a not-for-profit charitable organization. The Foundation is governed by a volunteer board of directors that represent the people of Walkerton and surrounding communities. The sole purpose of the Foundation is to raise funds for the benefit of our local hospital. We are here for you today and will continue to be here tomorrow. We will work our hardest to ensure that you, your family, and the entire community has the best possible health care facilities and services. We strive to provide great healthcare for all our patients close to home.

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LYME ONTARIO

Lyme Ontario is dedicated to research, knowledge, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and control of Lyme disease and other tick-borne infections. Lyme Ontario works with patients and researchers to obtain and provide scientific, peer-reviewed information on Lyme disease and other tick-borne infections such as Babesiosis, Erhlichiosis and Bartonella.

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VICTORIA THERAPEUTIC RIDING ASSOCIATION

The Victoria Therapuetic Riding Association (VTRA) is a non-profit organization that uses horseback riding as a recognized therapeutic aid for people with a wide range of physical, intellectual and learning disabilities. VTRA offers classes to 145 children and adults with disabilities that include Cerebral Palsy, Downs Syndrome, Autism, intellectual challenges, and hearing or vision impairment. VTRA has been operating since 1982 and is made up of a volunteer board, a small paid staff and more than 100 volunteers who through their dedicated contribution of time enable these individuals to ride each week.

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COWICHAN INDEPENDENT LIVING

Cowichan Independent Living is operated by persons with disabilities for persons with disabilities. Our programs and services are founded on the principals that all people should be able to: 1.Live with dignity in their chosen community; 2.Participate in all aspects of their own lives; and 3.Control and make decisions about their own lives. What We Do: •Cowichan Independent Living will assist anyone who self discloses they have a disability. •We will advocate on behalf of persons living with a disability and at the same time, teach consumers the skills necessary to advocate for themselves. •We promote the independent living movement and model to improve the daily lives for persons living with a disability. •We network with all levels of government and the community to ensure that the needs of persons living with disabilities are being met. •We deliver programs and services based solidly on the principles of Independent Living.

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AIDS COMMITTEE OF NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR INC

The AIDS Committee of Newfoundland and Labrador (ACNL) is a consumer - focused, non-profit organization that provides supportive programs and services aimed at preventing HIV/AIDS and supporting persons living with and affected by HIV/AIDS. We work on a collaborative basis with our partners, interested groups and stakeholders to achieve our goals. We demonstrate accountability by ensuring a competent, effective and transparent organization.

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CAYR COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS

Since 1993, we have been working to improve the quality of life in York Region by raising awareness through community education, and by providing support and access to dignified care for people living with and affected by HIV/AIDS. All our services are free of charge, confidential and anonymous. We envision an informed and compassionate society, which is supportive of people living with HIV/AIDS who are striving to overcome social, economic and service challenges, working with them towards a healthy and empowered lifestyle. The AIDS Committee of York Region recognizes: • The changing needs of people living with HIV/AIDS • The diverse communities affected by HIV/AIDS • The importance of providing relevant and responsive services in partnership with other service providers

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BELMONT HOUSE FOUNDATION

Belmont House is a charitable home for seniors offering long term care, retirement living and apartments since 1852.

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WINDSOR CANCER CENTRE FOUNDATION

All of the funds raised by the Foundation, through donations and events, remain in this community to be used to fulfill the Foundation's goals of enhancing the care and treatment of cancer patients in Windsor & Essex County, and supporting locally based cancer research.

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Friends of Living and Learning Through Loss

Learning Loss Group Program In this program the clinical counsellor uses proven curriculum to create an open, supportive environment that promotes individual sharing of ideas and feelings regarding issues of death and loss. Goals are to develop an understanding and awareness of normal grief reactions; identify and enhance specific coping skills and tasks to help deal with grief and loss; and develop a more positive attitude and approach to everyday living. Good Grief Workshop The facilitator opens dialogue with youth in middle and high schools about loss and the process of grief that follows. Topics include: different reactions one may have to loss; how to recognize grief in self and others; how to express one’s feelings and grief; and common coping skills and strategies for healing. Community Education Workshop This workshop provides individuals who work with and support youth an opportunity to explore the topic of teen grief and how to support healthy coping and healing.

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Northern BC Children and Families Hearing Society

The Northern BC Children and Families Hearing Society is a non-profit organization that was founded over 30 years ago to support families of deaf and hard of hearing children and reaches out to communities across Northern British Columbia. The Society offers the following: Education Support: -Workshops-Family ASL (American Sign Language)Classes -Newsletter-Resources Library -Welcome Packages for Parents - Adventure Camp for deaf/hard of hearing children Family Support: -Family Barbeque/Silent Walk -Speech & Hearing Awareness Month -Christmas Social Event -Coffee Nights for Parents -Family Day - June -Play Learn Share Grow Social Group -Facebook

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CAEO Quebec

CAEO Québec currently operates two community programs that help us achieve our objectives. These programs are listed as follows: GAY LINE a free and confidential listening, referral and support telephone service for the community; SILK, (Sexual Information Leads to Knowledge) an initiative to increase the awareness and knowledge of targeted groups, such as students and seniors with respect to sexual health, orientation, and diversity through free workshops.