People First Society of Yukon

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We are a member controlled organization, which promotes advocacy on behalf of people with intectual disabilities. New members are always welcome.

To become a member you must have been labelled with an intellectual disability. Meetings are held monthly. People First is a national Canadian organization that was formed because some of the people in our communities felt that they were not considered as people first. They felt that they were talked about, talked to, thought about, and treated according to the disabilities that others labelled them with.

10/20/2026

Policy Forum on Dec 3rd. Click on the post to find the link to register in English and French.

A life of poverty should not be the expectation for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Most people want the same things, like a safe place to live, enough money to meet their needs, the opportunity to work and save, and the freedom to make choices about their own lives.

On December 3, we're asking an important question: “How do we move from helping people get by to creating opportunities for them to get ahead?”

Join People First of Canada and Inclusion Canada in Gatineau, Quebec, for a conversation about poverty, financial stability, and meaningful change.

You can register and buy tickets here:
English registration: https://www.inclusioncanada.ca/page/2026-policy-forum

French registration: https://www.inclusioncanada.ca/fr/page/2026-policy-forum

10/04/2026

People First Society of Yukon’s President Theresa heading to Winnipeg for People First of Canada’s Annual General Meeting.

09/15/2026

The annual policy forum is coming - get registered

It’s time to register for the 17th Annual Federal Policy Forum on Inclusion!

Every year, People First of Canada and Inclusion Canada host the Policy Forum in collaboration with the Government of Canada’s Disability Inclusion and Accessibility Directorate.

This year, the Policy Forum is being held in person in Gatineau, Quebec on December 3, 2026.

The theme this year is about poverty and finances. The title of the event is “From getting by to getting ahead: Eliminating poverty and building financial stability.”

Speakers will include many People First members who will share their stories. The in-person event will have French translation.

Registration is now open, and if you live near Ottawa, we encourage you to attend. You can buy tickets here:

English registration: https://www.inclusioncanada.ca/page/2026-policy-forum

French registration: https://www.inclusioncanada.ca/fr/page/2026-policy-forum

08/13/2026

Are you a young person interested in leadership? Join this webinar, young leaders are the future 👍

07/22/2026

Attention Young Leaders! Save the date for this webinar 👍

The People First fo Canada Youth Committee will be hosting our next webinar. It is called YOUNG LEADERS MAKE A DIFFERENCE. It will be on Monday, August 17 at 6:00 pm eastern time. For more information please contact us at [email protected]

06/22/2026

This year marks the 30th anniversary of National Indigenous Peoples Day, a time to recognize and celebrate the rich cultures, histories, traditions, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.

We also recognize the strength, leadership, and resilience of Indigenous communities, including Indigenous people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, whose voices and experiences help build stronger, more inclusive communities.

As we celebrate today, we remain committed supporting reconciliation through respect, understanding, and action.

06/16/2026

Closing institutions is not optional — it’s a human rights obligation.

“We all have the same rights. We all belong in the same place. That place is community. I want a country where everybody lives in the community.” - Valerie Wolbert, MB

Article 19 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities is pretty clear. People with disabilities have the right to choose where and with whom they live.

Learn more by reading The Right Way: www.institutionwatch.ca/the-right-way/

06/16/2026

Happy birthday to People First Society of Yukon President, Theresa Roberts!

06/08/2026

06/03/2026

A People First member said:
"I don't want to just live in my community. I want to belong there. Accessibility means I don't have to fight so hard just to be included."

Accessibility is about more than getting through the door. It is about being welcomed, valued and included. Everyone has the right to make choices and build relationships. Everyone has the right to take part in and be part of community life.

Address

Whitehorse, YT
Y1A6K8

Telephone

+18676674606

Website

http://www.peoplefirstofcanada.ca/

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