On January 16, 2020, the following people were appointed to the Provincial Advisory Council on the Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities:
Appointments:
- Lorraine Dwyer (two-year term)
- Debbie Ryan (two-year term)
- Erika Breen Hearn (three-year term)
- Kimberly Maich (three-year term)
- Wendy Monk (three-year term)
- Andrea White (three-year term)
- Rose Anna Wilson (three-year term)
- Fraser Piccott, Chairperson (three-year term)
Reappointments:
- Paula Corcoran-Jacobs (two-year term)
- Bruce Oldford (two-year term)
- Nancy Reid (two-year term)
- Katarina Roxon (two-year term)
The Council informs and advises the Minister Responsible for the Status of Persons with Disabilities (Minister Responsible) on disability-related issues. The Disability Policy Office serves as a secretariat to the Council and supports its meetings and activities.
The Council:
- Brings knowledge and understanding of disability related issues to government
- Advises government as it develops policies, programs, strategies and recommendations to advance the inclusion of persons with disabilities
- Promotes awareness of barriers faced by persons with disabilities and how to remove and prevent them.