Attended Donation Station Opening
On March 9, 2019, AiMHi opened our attended donation station at 1000 1st Ave. This was in response to ongoing concerns with the large outdoor donation bins used for the collection of gently used products. These had unfortunately resulted in some tragic situations in British Columbia since being implemented with a couple of re-designs along the way that had not been successful to date. AiMHi worked diligently on a resolution and has taken the lead on new strategies to ensure these tragic events do not happen to anyone else. We are committed and made it a priority to keep the public safe. This donation station in conjunction with new internal collection bins in business throughout the community will provide opportunities for the community to support AiMHi in their fundraising efforts and partnership with Value Village.
Big Squeeze
For the past two years AiMHi has participated in the local” Big Squeeze” event that raises money for Big Brothers and Big Sisters. In 2016 we took home the top prize for “Best Flavored Lemonade” , in 2017 we won the trophy for “Top fund raiser”. This year we joined many other community members on August 1st, to fund raise, share some laughs, good lemonade and help out this wonderful organization. We came away with the “Top fund raiser” trophy for the second year. Congratulations AiMHi for all your hard work and to Big Brothers and Sisters who will receive all the hard earned money and support from today city wide event.
Heart & Stroke Fundraising – Big Bike Videos
2018 AiMHi self advocates and employees supporting a great community cause.
British Columbia Wild Fire Evacuation
In 2017 British Columbia saw many wild fires that effected many near by communities. Williams Lake was one of these communities. The Williams Lake Association for Community Living need to leave their homes so AiMHi opened our doors and gave them a home away from home till they were able to return. During their extended stay new friendships were made with the self advocates and their dedicated staff. We were humbled by their gratitude and the amazing gift they gave us as a thank you.
CARF Certification 2015-2018
AiMHi is proud to be an Accredited organization. We endeavor to meet or exceed the CARF standards every year since 2003 when we received our first of many 3 year Accreditation Certificates.
Our three year accreditation certificate through CARF Can be downloaded here.
Community Inclusion Month
Each year in October AiMHi celebrates Community Inclusion Month. The Prince George Mayor honours us with the official “Proclamation – Community Inclusion Month for October.” In past years we have hosted pancake breakfasts, Haunted House and other Halloween type activities.
Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Annually AiMHi is proud to participated in World Elder Abuse Awareness Day – June 15
“WEAR PURPLE and join us as we raise awareness of the importance of our community being safe for everyone!”
Inclusion BC Conferences
AiMHi was proud to be a partner host for the 2016 Ignite Conference in Prince George. Many self advocates came for the 3 day conference.
Each year AiMHi helps self- advocates attend this wonderful event throughout the province.
AMSSA Welcomes First Safe Harbour Location in Prince George
On February 11, 2015 AiMHi – Prince George Association for Community Living, took part in a Safe Harbour: Respect for All workshop and became the first certified location in Prince George. Over 30 directors and managers joined in the workshop, which was delivered by Branka Vlasic and Sangeeta Bhonsale, two Safe Harbour facilitators, by webinar. Welcome, AiMHi, to our growing network of Safe Harbour certified locations!
AiMHi in the community
Click the mp3 below to hear about AiMHi and how to join this growing association.
Click here to watch a short (approximately one minute) video
