Monthly Archives: December 2013

Day of Persons with Diversabilities

By Bryce Schaufelburger | Published: December 11, 2013

On December 3, 2013, Victoria’s City Council officially proclaimed the day as “International Day or Persons with Diversabilities.” A celebration at City Hall was attended by more than 70 self advocates, family members, service providers, City Councillors, Victoria MLAs and community members. Presenters and speakers included Sheenagh Morrison, a local self advocate who had requested […]

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Robert Pio Hajjar, A Man Who Knows How to Play His Cards

By Bryce Schaufelburger | Published: December 9, 2013

The cards you’re dealt are not as important as how you play them.” ~ Robert   Can you tell me a little bit about yourself?   I am 35 years old and an only child.   When I was born, doctors told my parents to put me away and forget about me. Was that ever […]

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