Monthly Archives: April 2019

New policy clarifies e-bike use on designated recreation trails

Victoria Friday, April 26, 2019 2:30 PM Given the increasing popularity of electric bikes, a new policy has been developed for the safe, appropriate use of electric bikes on designated trails managed by Recreation Sites and Trails BC. Electric bikes are a class of transportation/recreational bicycle that use an electric motor to either assist with […]

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Special Olympics BC April 2019 Newsletter

Web Version  |  Update preferences  |  Unsubscribe Like Tweet Forward TABLE OF CONTENTS • April 2019 Newsletter • Staples Canada helping Special Olympics athletes pursue their dreams • Inspiring athletes take centre stage in 2019 SOBC Athlete Leadership Conference • New Car Dealers Auction makes a difference for Special Olympics BC • Team BC 2020 Training Squad […]

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HandyDART Advisory Committee

The HandyDART Advisory Committee (HDAC) was formed as part of a commitment to establish additional ways for HandyDART customers to provide input on the service. The HandyDART Advisory Committee allows TransLink to hear directly from customers and stakeholders and ensure that this service meets their needs, particularly as we deliver an ambitious workplan that includes […]

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New affordable housing for families and seniors in Nelson

Housing announcement from bc govt today in Nelson B.C. Self advocates with disabilities may want to find out up in Nelson BC Nelson Thursday, April 25, 2019 12:15 PM Forty-three new affordable rental homes will provide a safe, caring environment where families can raise their children and seniors can age in their community. “Families and […]

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Government of Canada announces funding for projects that improve accessibility for persons with disabilities

  News release April 25, 2019                        Regina, Saskatchewan                        Employment and Social Development Canada Ensuring Canadians of all abilities have safer, easier access to our public spaces and workplaces. Today, the Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Accessibility, the Honourable Carla Qualtrough, announced financial support of more than $11 million over two years through the […]

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Federal, B.C. governments commit to continue northern bus service

Victoria Wednesday, April 24, 2019 3:00 PM Canada’s and British Columbia’s transportation ministers have made a joint commitment to continue BC Bus North, the transportation service that connects B.C.’s northern and rural communities. “Intercity bus services are important for the people of British Columbia and for Canadians across the country, particularly for those in Indigenous, […]

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Federal, provincial and territorial ministers work together to improve outcomes for Canadians

News release Ministers commit to advancing social services to remove barriers April 24, 2019               Saskatoon, Saskatchewan             Employment and Social Development Canada Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers Responsible for Social Services* met to share information, discuss common priorities and work together to address key social policy issues. Ministers reviewed the significant achievements by all […]

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Youth and Equality

  By: Sherwin Strong   I live in the beautiful Comox Valley. As a 13 year resident and 5 year Advocate Liaison, I am all for Equality. In my role as an Advocate Liaison, I have become involved with the young adults in the Valley by supporting their community inclusion, employment and better quality of […]

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New affordable homes will help families in Burnaby

Burnaby Tuesday, April 23, 2019 9:45 AM Families and people in need of affordable rental homes will soon have access to 125 new homes and the peace of mind that comes from secure housing. “After years of housing affordability being ignored by the previous government, we have put the focus back on people and building […]

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12 new housing units on the way for seniors and disabled Kamloops residents

KAMLOOPS — The latest housing addition to downtown Kamloops will also feature extra homes for seniors and people with disabilities. Oncore Seniors Society has announced construction is underway on 12 new affordable homes within one floor of The Lightwell, a new 6-storey development under construction along St. Paul Street. In a release, the Society says […]

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