ResourceAbilities

05/26/2026

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON!!

We are officially one week away from bringing the community together at Credit Union Place in Summerside on Tuesday, June 2nd from 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM!

Admission is completely free, and everyone is welcome.

Whether you are looking for local resources, new assistive technologies, or employment supports, we have a record-breaking 37 incredible organizations all under one roof ready to connect with you!

Highlights You Don't Want to Miss:

Live MyPEI Account Verification: Bring your ID and cell phone to get your secure provincial health account verified live on-site with the MyHealthPEI team!

The "Access Passport" Challenge: Grab a bingo card at registration, visit our vendors to collect stamps, and hand it back in for an extra ballot entry to win some amazing local door prizes!

Bring your family, your friends, or your colleagues and help us kick off National AccessAbility Week in style!

We can’t wait to see you next Tuesday! 👋

05/21/2026

Need to set up or verify your MyPEI Account or MyHealthPEI? Do it live at the Expo!

We are thrilled to welcome the MyHealthPEI and MyPEI teams to the 2nd Annual Community Access & Inclusion Expo on Tuesday, June 2nd at Credit Union Place in Summerside! They will be hosting a live, in-person support pop-up from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. to help you verify your account on the spot so you can easily access your secure personal health records, vaccination history, lab results, and more.

What you need to bring to get verified:

🔹 Primary ID: Either a PEI Driver’s License OR a PEI Voluntary ID

🔹 Secondary ID (If possible, choose one): Birth Certificate, Canadian Passport, Permanent Resident Card, Canadian Citizenship Card, Certificate of Indian Status, Nexus Card, or an Official Immigration Document.

🔹 Your Cell Phone: Don't forget to bring your phone so you can log in and access your email during the setup!

Skip the wait and get your account sorted in one afternoon while exploring over 35 other incredible Island community resources. Admission is completely free!

See you there! 👋

05/19/2026

Love to see accessible options!! Can’t wait to give it a try 🚌♿️

05/14/2026

Join us in celebrating National AccessAbility Week from May 31 to June 6!

This year's theme is "Building a Strong, Accessible Canada". Let's continue to work together to build a country where everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their full potential.

https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/campaigns/national-accessability-week.html

05/11/2026

SUMMERSIDE—are you ready? 📢

We are thrilled to announce our Second Annual Community Access & Inclusion Expo! In partnership with the The City of Summerside , Credit Union Place and in celebration of National AccessAbility Week, we are bringing together a diverse group of community organizations to showcase the incredible resources available to Islanders living with disabilities.

Building a strong, accessible Canada starts right here in our own backyard. Come chat with experts, discover new tools, and connect with your community!

📅 When: Tuesday, June 2nd
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Where: Credit Union Place (511 Notre Dame Street, Summerside)
💲 Cost: FREE to attend!

We can't wait to see you there!

05/11/2026

This week is Family Violence Prevention Week / Semaine de la prévention de la violence familiale (May 11–17).

Together, let's support intergenerational resilience / Soutenir la résilience intergénérationnelle.

💜 Wednesday, May 13: Wear Purple! / Le 13 mai : Portez du violet!

🔗 StopFamilyViolence.pe.ca
🔗 StopFamilyViolence.pe.ca/FR

05/02/2026

One of the great programs we have here at ResourceAbilities. We are so fortunate in PEI to have such amazing support from community and employers.

Reach out to Meadow or Avery to find out more about MentorAbility 😁

04/30/2026

ResourceAbilities is proud to collaborate on the accessible taxi pilot in the capital region, an initiative aimed at reducing barriers and promoting inclusion.

This work reflects a strong partnership, alongside the expertise and high quality service of Pat and the Elephant, the continued advocacy of Spinal Cord Injury PEI, and the commitment and shared vision of our provincial and municipal government partners.

Accessible transportation means being able to get where you need to go, where you want to go… when you want to go!

We’re proud to be part of making this happen.

**News Release**

Pat And The Elephant is proud to be part of a new accessible taxi pilot project coming to the capital region this June.

Through a joint investment from the Government of Prince Edward Island, the City of Charlottetown, the Town of Stratford, and the Town of Cornwall, a new seven-passenger, wheelchair-accessible van will soon be in service. The vehicle can accommodate two wheelchairs and will operate seven days a week, with extended hours on weekends.

This pilot project is an important step toward improving accessible transportation options for Islanders and visitors, helping more people take part in work, appointments, community events, recreation, and everyday life.

“Pat and The Elephant is proud to support initiatives that strengthen connection, inclusion, and independence within our communities. Accessible and reliable transportation plays a vital role in ensuring individuals can fully participate in everyday life. We are grateful to be part of a collaborative effort that helps remove barriers and improve quality of life across Prince Edward Island.”
— Steve Brosseau, President of Board, Pat And The Elephant

We are grateful to all partners involved, including ResourceAbilities and the Spinal Cord Injury Association of PEI, for their work in helping move this initiative forward.

More details, including rates and booking information, will be shared as they become available.

Read the full Government of PEI announcement here:
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/new-accessible-taxi-pilot-project-coming-to-capital-region

04/27/2026

🍎 We’re Hiring: Summer Tutors! 🍎

Are you a post-secondary student looking for a rewarding summer role? ResourceAbilities is looking for energetic individuals to join our team as Full-Time Summer Tutors!

You’ll work one-on-one with students (K-12) with disabilities, creating fun, play-based lessons that make a real impact.

The Details:

📍 Location: Travel to students' homes (mileage included!)

⏰ Hours: 37.5 hours/week for 10 weeks

📅 Start Date: June 2026

🚗 Requirement: Must have an insured vehicle & 1 year of post-secondary completed.

Apply Today: Send your resume to Gracie at [email protected]!

04/24/2026

A little reminder of how special our ResourceAbilities family is 💙

Yesterday during our staff meeting, we were so happy to be visited by our team members Rylee and Mya, along with sweet little Lenna and newest addition, handsome baby Bronson.
Safe to say, the baby snuggles were a highlight of our day.
Work truly feels like home here and we may have just met some future advocates 😊

04/23/2026

🏆 2026 Access Awards: Call for Nominations! 🏆

We are officially calling on the public to help us celebrate the champions of accessibility! Do you know an individual, organization, or business making Prince Edward Island more inclusive for everyone? Now is the time to recognize their hard work.

We are looking for nominations across three distinct categories:

1️⃣ Accessibility Awards
Recognizing a government, institution, business, or organization that:

- Promotes accessibility aims or objectives above and beyond what is reasonably expected.
- Provides significant service to people with disabilities.

2️⃣ Appreciation Awards
Recognizing individuals, businesses, or organizations that have:

- Assisted one or a group of people with disabilities in a significant fashion.

3️⃣ Special Recognition Awards
Recognizing an individual:

- Who identifies as living with a disability.
- Who has reached a notable achievement or distinction in the recent past.

Nominations must be submitted by: Thursday April 30th at Noon. Nominations can be emailed to [email protected]