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The Acoustic Neuroma Association of Canada is a patient-headed, peer support group. It is an incorporated, registered, non-profit organization recognized as such by Canada Revenue Agency. Many individuals who face and undergo removal of acoustic neuromas have questions, concerns and physical and emotional adjustments.

Regional HIV/AIDS Connection (RHAC),is a community-based, charitable organization providing HIV-related services to people living with, affected by and at-risk for HIV/AIDS in London and the six surrounding counties. RHAC exists to improve the quality of life for those living with and affected by HIV/AIDS, reduce the number of new HIV infections and increase community awareness about HIV/AIDS. RHAC is the second-largest AIDS Service Organization outside of Toronto Ontario, and provides free services to over 3,300 individuals.

ACT provides compassionate, proactive services to people living with and affected by HIV/AIDS. Founded in 1983, ACT is a community-based, non-profit organisation that is committed to fighting the spread of HIV/AIDS through innovative prevention and education programmes, support services, and advocacy. ACT does this in a way that serves the needs of men, women, and youth living with HIV/AIDS, and that enhances their independence and dignity. AIDS is not over. Help ACT end it.

A community based AIDS Organization working from a harm reduction approach primarily with People who inject drugs, people with HIV/AIDS Hepatitis C and women's gender issues. Low threshold life skills group, needle exchange program, positive living program, prevention, education and community development programs.

With a mandate to provide services to central and northern Saskatchewan, AIDS Saskatoon has been addressing the local challenge of HIV/AIDS since 1986. We have been at the forefront of the AIDS crisis in Saskatchewan-- providing services for, and advocating on behalf of, those often ignored by other social service agencies. AIDS Saskatoon provides support for persons living with HIV and HCV, their families, friends and loved ones. The 601 Outreach Centre offers social opportunities and a variety of basic needs services. We offer one to one support, as well as advocacy and referrals. Our education programs provide information and training to people from all walks of life, and a toll-free number to provides information about HIV to those who cannot directly access our agency. Saskatchewan is a culturally, racially and socially diverse province: respect and sensitivity to these issues plays a pivotal role in our response to HIV/AIDS.

Special Olympics Alberta will provide individuals with an intellectual disability of all ages and abilities, opportunities to realize their full athletic potential, with appropriate training, coaching and competitions, to develop life skills, a healthy body, and self-esteem.

Our chapter provides services to individuals with Alzheimer's disease (and other related dementias), support for care-givers, and informs the public in the communities we serve; Quinte West, all of Hastings County, the Brighton area and the northern area of Prince Edward County.

The Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce is a non-profit charitable organization committed to supporting persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders and their caregivers. We provide information, education and support to those affected by dementia and their family and professional caregivers. Our programs and services are offered throughout the two counties of Grey and Bruce.

The Alzheimer Society of Timmins-Porcupine Inc. was founded by a group of family caregivers in 1986 under the leadership of Monica Bevil. It is a non-profit organization and registered charity, governed by a board of directors who is elected by the membership at the Annual General Meeting held in June each year. The Society is operated and managed by a staff team of 3 employees who are responsible for the design and implementation of family support and education services. The Society receives funding from the Ministry of Health, community donations and memorials. Research support dollars are raised through fund-raising organized by the Society. The Alzheimer Society of Timmins-Porcupine District Inc., through its affiliation with the Alzheimer Society of Ontario and the Alzheimer Society of Canada, maintains an active role in supporting the growth and development of the Alzheimer movement.

The Role of the Alzheimer Society of Windsor and Essex County is to collaborate with all levels of the organization and our local community in order to foster excellence in services, education and research.

Saint Luke’s Homes is located in the west end of the city of St. John's, the nursing home has 126 long term care beds, including one respite bed available to those residing in the community. It also has a Heritage Room and its own Chapel. Besides the nursing home, there are 54 independent-living cottages, and the Bishop John Meaden Manor Complex with 76 apartments. Saint Luke's is the only nursing home to offer an Adult Day Program and is committed to providing a continuum of care from independent living to nursing care.

The Autism Society of Newfoundland and Labrador is dedicated to improving the quality of life and education for autistic persons by: *Promoting timely and appropriate diagnosis and intervention treatment(s), and education for all persons with autism spectrum disorders *Promoting public awareness, understanding, and acceptance of persons with autism spectrum disorders *Providing support to persons and families affected by autism spectrum disorders though the development of programs and services within their community *Promoting research into all aspects of autism spectrum disorders.