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Andrea Robinson, community resources development coordinator, and inspirational speaker Johnny Lake both believe in success and that if you want to, you can do anything.

Program managers Christine Blackwell (left) and Andrea Janes helped greet members as they arrived.

Staff member Ludo Van Pelt (left) and program participant Nancy Wilson say they love helping people. Nancy also received an award this night for 20 years of participation.

Development assistant Sabia Davie (left) and director of client services Carla Thiesen (right) chatted with the News's own Lorraine Wareham (centre).

They love to ham it up for laughs. Actos Norman Chow (left) and Brian Gorman were all dressed-up in their caveman costumes.

Ooh, ya sexy things. "Stage Door" actors Patti Hemers (from left), Kim Dhesi and Aida-Marie Wanotch also performed recently at the Fringe Festival.

"They're spontaneous and wonderful," said Roddy MacDonald (left) and Ian Smith as they spoke about the special group of actors that make up the "Stage Door" performing group.

Outdoing board president Sally Saunders (left) enjoyed meeting guest speaker and deputy minister for children and families Sharon Manson-Singer.

New president Tom Carlile and director of community resource development Barbara Rodger were pleased with the turn out. "It helps put the spotlight on our clents who are people with special needs," said Tom.

David Brewer (front) and Brian Wolfe both participate in the many programs offered by the association.

Angela Arden (left) and Janet Laing sat in the audience listening to Johnny Lake speak about finding your inner strengths.

Jeff Curr and Josie Miachika are always helpng out at special association events.