Monthly Archives: July 2021

CLBC Board Chair re-appointed to second term

Posted on July 22, 2021          Dr. Michael J. Prince. Community Living BC (CLBC) is pleased to announce that Dr. Michael J. Prince has been appointed to serve a second term as Chair of the CLBC Board of Directors from July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2024. Dr. Prince was first appointed Board Chair from […]

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Remembering Dave Hingsburger

Selfadvocatenet.com in memory of  a disability advocate Dave Hingburger we send our condolences to dave family, friends, colleges of his. he passed away on July 18th,2021  this loving memory of his contribution to the disability community For decades, as a clinician, trainer and author Dave has been an unrelenting and tireless advocate for the rights […]

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The Canucks Autism Network-Skills Training Employment Program (CAN-STEP)

Attention Self Advocates that have Autism . The Canucks Autism Network-Skills Training Employment Program (CAN-STEP) empowers autistic youth and adults (ages 15-30) with skills and work experience to better prepare  for successful employment. Over the course of 12 weeks, participants receive paid classroom training (6 weeks) and work experience (6 weeks)* opportunities in the Lower […]

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Lovin’ That Music

July 23 2021 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm PDT Recurring Event (See all) Virtual Event SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Join Anne-Marie and Peter from REACH! to sing along to live and recorded music and check out fun music videos in this lively and uplifting weekly session. You can sing along, get […]

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This is a story about how COVID-19 has affected me in many ways

By Bronte Malli I really miss doing a lot of things that I used to do before this all happened, (e.g. fun activities like dances, parties, hanging out with friends and family, etc). At least I still get to do some fun things during this time, such as: Zumba, drama and music at the Farm […]

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Engagement on the Disability Inclusion Action Plan

The Government of Canada is consulting Canadians on how to improve the lives of Canadians with disabilities. Your feedback will support the development of the Disability Inclusion Action Plan. The Disability Inclusion Action Plan will focus on: reducing poverty among Canadians with disabilities getting more persons with disabilities into good quality jobs helping meet the […]

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Construction underway on affordable homes in Burnaby

Burnaby Tuesday, July 6, 2021 9:30 AM Twenty-five new affordable homes are on the way for families, seniors and people with disabilities in Burnaby, with construction underway on a new housing project in the community. “These homes will give families, seniors and people with disabilities a safe and secure place they can afford – something that everyone […]

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Federal minimum wage of $15 per hour to come into effect on December 29, 2021

News release June 30, 2021   Gatineau, Quebec  Employment and Social Development Canada Quality, dependable jobs are a driver of a strong economy. Canada’s prosperity and stability depend on every Canadian having a fair chance to succeed. Yet, some Canadians find themselves working part-time, temporary or low-wage jobs—sometimes more than one—in order to support themselves and […]

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