AI-assisted research summary: March 21st each year is proclaimed as Down Syndrome Awareness Day in Prince Edward Island.
t DOWN SYNDROME DAY ACT PLEASE NOTE This document, prepared by the Legislative Counsel Office, is an office consolidation of this Act, current to December 4, 2020. It is intended for information and reference purposes only. This document is not the official version of the Act. The Act and the amendments as printed under the authority of the King’s Printer for the province should be consulted to determine the authoritative statement of the law. For more information concerning the history of this Act, please see the Table of Public Acts on the Prince Edward Island Government web site (www.princeedwardisland.ca). If you find any errors or omissions in this consolidation, please contact: Legislative Counsel Office Tel: (902) 368-4292 Email: legislation@gov.pe.ca PREAMBLE Down Syndrome Day Act Section 1 CHAPTER D-13.11 DOWN SYNDROME DAY ACT PREAMBLE WHEREAS Down syndrome is a naturally occurring chromosomal arrangement that has always been a part of the human condition, exists in all regions across the globe and commonly results in variable effects on learning styles, physical characteristics or health; AND WHEREAS the inherent dignity, worth and valuable contributions of persons with intellectual disabilities should be recognized as promoters of the well-being and diversity of their communities, and the importance of their individual autonomy and independence, including the freedom to make their own choices; AND WHEREAS it is important to take measures to raise awareness throughout society, including at the family level, regarding persons with Down syndrome; THEREFORE it is appropriate to establish a day to promote awareness about Down syndrome. 1. Down Syndrome Awareness Day, March 21st March 21st in each year is proclaimed as Down Syndrome Awareness Day in Prince Edward Island. 2020,c.88,s.1. c t Current to: December 4, 2020 Page 3