Our Story
Meaningful work, making a difference.
Our History
- Founded 1958
- Small Beginnings
- Big Goals
The parents developed an educational program and it operated until Special Education classes were created in public schools by the Ministry of Education. From its beginnings as a grassroots family-led organization, MACL has maintained a strong commitment to responding to the needs of individuals and families:
- Supporting children and/or adults to live, learn and work in the community
- Helping the community to welcome and include people
- Advocating for change so that people have better quality lives in their community of Mission
Our History
- Founded 1958
- Small Beginnings
- Big Goals
The parents developed an educational program and it operated until Special Education classes were created in public schools by the Ministry of Education. From its beginnings as a grassroots family-led organization, MACL has maintained a strong commitment to responding to the needs of individuals and families:
- Supporting children and/or adults to live, learn and work in the community
- Helping the community to welcome and include people
- Advocating for change so that people have better quality lives in their community of Mission
67+ Years
MACL was founded in 1958 by two parents.
100,000+ People
Our programs have helped countless.
100% Success Rate
We help integrate people into their communities.
Current Home
Where We Are Now
Nearly 70 years after MACL was first established, we now offer a wide variety of housing, training, development, social/recreational and employment opportunities to individuals with disabilities, and are an integral part of the Mission community. MACL is a place where children and adults of all abilities are supported along their journeys. Our vision is an inclusive and caring community where each person has choices, opportunity and a fulfilling quality of life. Our work is guided by our values, experience and history and draws from strong roots in the community.
A Healthy Community.
MACL recognizes the rights of everyone to have a full range of life choices, including access to: education, affordable and appropriate housing, leisure options, gainful employment, opportunities to participate in the community.
We believe that a healthy community encourages the involvement of everyone!