The author notes that although “the integration of disabled people is accepted in principle in today’s society, entrenched in the Charter of rights and Freedoms, and championed by human rights organizations,” it is not always practised.
McCallum, S. Dulcie. (1987). A giant step for all kids. entourage, 2(3),pp. 38-39. This article describes the case of Elwood et. cl. versus the Halifax-County Bedford District School Board. One family, through legal counsel, achieved integrated class placement for their son, Luke. The author outlines the main terms of the Settlement Agreement which addressed all parental concerns and forestalled a court action based on the Charter of Rights. The enthusiasm of Luke’s classmates and their parents for his integrated placement reflects growing community support for educational integration.
