The K. Margaret Carter Centre is now at the former Prospect Primary School
Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, the Hon. Tinee Furbert’s remarks presented at the press conference held today at the K. Margaret Carter Centre.
Good morning, and thank you for joining me today.
Today marks a meaningful new chapter for the K. Margaret Carter Centreand, more importantly, for the 44individuals and their families who call it their community. Iam proud to announce that the Centre has successfully relocated to its new interim home at the former Prospect Primary School: a space where our clients can once again learn, connect, work, and thrive.
This journey began out of necessity. Mould andair quality concerns atour Roberts Avenue facility meant wecould not, in good conscience, ask our clientsand staff toremainthere. But what could have been a setback became something else entirely – a testament tow h a t our community can accomplish when it comes together.
The K. Margaret Carter Centre has always been far more than a building. Everyday, ithelps adults with intellectual disabilities build life and social skills, form friendships, care for their health, explore their creativity, and take part in meaningful work alongside our charity, business, and government partners. Our purpose is both simple and profound: to help every person we serve live a full life on their own terms – shaped by their own interests, strengths, and abilities.
And through every step of this transition, that work never stopped- because of people. Iwant to sincerely thank the Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute and Windreach Recreational Facility for opening their doors and allowing us to use their sites as temporary homes while the Prospect building was being prepared. I want to thank our staff, who worked tirelessly to re-establish programming in those temporary spaces, to accommodate our clients andtheir families, and to look out for one another every single day. And I want to personally thank the parents and
caregivers who came to meet with me to share their concerns – I heard you, and your voices helped shape howw e carried out this move.
Behind the scenes, the Ministry of Public Works and the Environment and our Ageing and Disability Services team transformed the Prospect site into a space that is safe; accessible, and
welcoming – from air quality testing to new accessibility features throughout. Thanks to their dedication, every one of our clients hasnow returned and is fully back intheir programs.
Iam also pleased to confirm that our operating hours remain unchanged, including all the early- morning and late-afternoon programs that so many families depend on. To our families and caregivers: thank you for your patience, your trust, and your partnership. We look forward to watching our clients thrive in this renewed space.
