Monthly Archives: December 2019

Kristian Shaw CLBC Wow Award Recipient Story

By Bryce Schaufelburger | Published: December 5, 2019

By Krystian Shaw The month of October was very exciting for me. I won the WOW award. WOW stands for “Widening Our World.” Community Living BC gives out this prestigious Award to those who make a difference in their community, promoting inclusion. My goal is to stomp out stigma and discrimination for anyone who happens […]

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Community Living BC, BCGEU ratify agreement

By Bryce Schaufelburger | Published: December 3, 2019

Victoria Tuesday, December 3, 2019 2:30 PM Community Living BC and employees represented by the BC Government and Service Employees’ Union (BCGEU) have ratified a new agreement under the B.C. government’s Sustainable Services Negotiating Mandate. The agreement focuses on improving services for people and ensuring fair and affordable compensation. BCGEU represents approximately 560 people who […]

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Canadian Transportation Agency launches consultation on Phase II of its Accessible Transportation for Persons with Disabilities Regulations

By Bryce Schaufelburger | Published: December 3, 2019

News release December 3, 2019 – Gatineau, QC – Canadian Transportation Agency On this International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA) is launching a second phase of consultations on regulatory reform in the area of accessible transportation. These consultations will focus on: How to apply Accessible Transportation for Persons with Disabilities […]

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Accessibility consultation hears from thousands of British Columbians

By Bryce Schaufelburger | Published: December 3, 2019

Victoria Tuesday, December 3, 2019 8:00 AM More than 6,300 people have shared their experiences and feedback on proposed accessibility legislation for B.C. “I thank everyone who took the time to share their views and experiences,” said Shane Simpson, Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction. “We undertook public consultation with the United Nations principle […]

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The Inclusion Cup: CSCL Hockey Alumni

By Bryce Schaufelburger | Published: December 3, 2019

When: February 22nd, 2020 (puck drops at 7:00PM) Where: Chilliwack Coliseum, 45323 Hodgins Avenue, Chilliwack Hosted by: Chilliwack Society for Community Living   LEAFS FANS UNITE! The CSCL Hockey Alumni Series continues… The Chilliwack Society for Community Living (CSCL) is thrilled to welcome the Toronto Maple Leafs Alumni Tour to a game at the Chilliwack […]

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The Inclusion Cup: Maple Leafs Alumni Game

By Bryce Schaufelburger | Published: December 3, 2019

When: February 20th, 2020 Where: The Q Centre, 1767 Island Highway, Victoria Hosted by: Lifetime Networks Victoria       

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Community Update Requirement for Ministry Clients to Apply for CPP Early Retirement Removed

By Bryce Schaufelburger | Published: December 2, 2019

November 29, 2019 by DABC The Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction (MSDPR) has sent out a letter to their clients that as of January 1, 2020 the Ministry will no longer require clients between the ages of 60 and 64 to apply for federal early Canada Pension Plan (CPP) retirement benefits in order […]

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The Kamloops Self Advocates Newsletter December ,2019 Edition

By Bryce Schaufelburger | Published: December 1, 2019

The Kamloops Self-Advocates is a newsletter for people with diverse abilities published by Krystian Shaw.   December Edition of KSA Newsletter 2019 contains in This month’s theme: Christmas, the Holidays and staying active The Kamloops Self Advocate Newsletter wants to wish everyone a Happy Holiday. December’s issue is about Christmas, the Holidays and staying active […]

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