Our History
The Association for Community Living – Beausejour Branch Inc. (ACL-BB) started in 1961, providing day time supports for individuals with disabilities.
In 1987 ACL-BB expanded its programming to include residential support services, and in conjunction with the “Welcome Home Project” opened their first community residence to support individuals who were moving out of institutional living into community settings. That year also marked the launch of the Supported Independent Living Program, where individuals are supported in their own homes to live as independently as possible in the community.
Supported Employment Options was born in 1990, to meet the needs of individuals facing barriers to employment, to seek out, secure and maintain employment opportunities in the community.
In 1993, the North Eastern Regional Recycling Facility (NERRF) was opened under the umbrella of ACL-BB, and operated as a recycling drop off and processing center for the community. As the years passed and ACL-BB’s other programs and services continued to grow, the need for additional programming space was apparent and the Board of Directors made the difficult decision in 2010 to close the operations of the NERRF program, turning the responsibility of recycling back over to the municipality.
In 2011, ACL-BB opened its 7th Community Residence on Weselak Drive in Beausejour. This residence was opened for 3 individuals to reside in.
In 2012, Oak Avenue residence was sold, and replaced with a house on Pine Avenue in Beausejour, to provide residential services for 2 individuals who previously resided at Oak, in addition to a new resident.
In 2015, ACL-BB opened its 8th community residence, this time in Oakbank, MB. This home was designed and custom built to be fully wheelchair accessible to accommodate the residents living there. This residence is home to 2 individuals from the community, and offers a wheelchair accessible respite space.
In 2016, ACL-BB purchased its 9th community residence on Oakview Cove in Beausejour. This residence was purchased for one individual with exceptional support needs, with the goal of also developing the basement into a semi-independent living space for someone who would like to live independently, but also requires the availability of a 24-hour support staff if needed.
Due to the extensive amount of renovations required to repair the basement and foundation of the residence in Tyndall, ACL-BB made the decision to sell the residence and relocate the 3 individuals to a newer home within Beausejour. Tyndall Residence was sold, and replaced with a new home on Poplar Avenue in Beausejour.
In 2024 we opened our 10th residential home on Second St. South. This residence provides support to three men.
That same year ACL-BB was approached by the MB Department of Families to take on the transportation contract for all CLdS participants in the North Eastman Region. Transportation is provided to individuals in Pinawa, Lac du Bonnet, Beausejour, Traverse Bay, Oakbank, Cooks Creek, Anola and surrounding areas, bringing them to and from their day programs in Beausejour, Selkirk and Winnipeg.
As the years pass, ACL-BB continues to grow and evolve, and continues to develop and provide a variety of support services to individuals based on their personal goals and dreams.
Our Values
The following values speak to the core beliefs of ACL-BB. They provide a collective understanding of the culture of our organization and therefore guide our decision, communication, and behaviours.
Accountability
We are a transparent organization that is loyal to our clients, and fiscally responsible to our funders and partners.
Teamwork
Every individual is dedicated to contributing and working together to achieve the mission and goals of the association.
Respect
Communication is constructive, open and timely, with respect for the qualities, traits, ideas and perspectives of everyone.
Positive Attitude
Our positive attitudes create a welcoming environment, and project a reputable image of the organization.
Integrity
We earn and build trust by displaying honesty and reliability within the organization and community.
Empathy
We care and seek to identify with the lives, goals, and needs of individuals within our association.
Membership
Members of the Association for Community Living – Beausejour Branch Inc. have a vested interest in the agency, its Mission, Vision and Values. A membership (ACL-BB Constitution, Article 4-Membership) entitles you to one vote on issues and resolutions addressed at the Annual General Meeting each October. You will also receive notification of all ACL-BB events, news and initiatives. Memberships can be purchased for $10.00 each, and are eligible to receive a tax donation receipt. For more information, or to purchase your membership call (204) 268-1803.
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Our Board of Directors
ACL-BB is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. The Board of Directors shall be ethically responsible to the general public, by representing the agency through its Mission, Vision and Values, in a responsible and effective manner.
Cathy Doel
Board Chair
Mae Gobel
Vice Chair
Greg Deneka
Treasurer
Joan Hyra
Secretary
Councillor Jan Leclerc
Member at Large
Jordan Beer
Member at Large
Mayor Ray Schirle
Member at Large
Laura Reis
Member at Large
Our Constitution
March 31, 2025 Audited Financial Statement
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