Monthly Archives: October 2022

November Edition of Kamloops Self Advocate Newsletter 2022

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  The Kamloops Self-Advocates is a newsletter for people with diverse abilities published by Krystian Shaw.   November Edition of KSA Newsletter 2022 contains in This month we are focusing on gratitude and peace. Remembrance Day is a time to give thanks to our veterans and to celebrate peace, love, and happiness. It is a […]

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October 2022 Edition of CLBC’s Update for Individuals and Families.

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October 2022 Welcome to the October 2022 edition of CLBC’s Update for Individuals and Families. As a reminder, you can find all Updates (including past editions) posted on our website here. You can also check out CLBC’s Facebook page here and Twitter page here. If you know of anyone who would like to receive future Updates, please share the link to […]

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People encouraged to prepare for stormy weather

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Victoria Tuesday, October 25, 2022, 5:55 PM People living in the Lower Mainland, on Vancouver Island and on the North and Central Coast can expect stormy weather between today and Oct. 31. This type of seasonal storm is typical for the region and is not unusual for this time of year. Environment Canada forecasts a […]

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Krystian Shaw’s Presentation – The Kamloops Self Advocate Newsletter

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The Kamloops Self Advocate Newsletter’s founder and owner Krystian Shaw gave a presentation at the BIG Little Science Centre in Kamloops, BC. Since he started the Newsletter nine years ago, Krystian has been an inspiration for people with disabilities. His message of hope for a more inclusive world resonates with a lot of people.  

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More than 40 new affordable homes open in Keremeos

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Keremeos Monday, October 24, 2022, 1:15 PM Forty-three new affordable rental homes are now open in Keremeos for families, seniors and people living with disabilities. “We all want to make it easier to live, work and play in the communities that we love and call home. This new building will provide families, seniors and people living […]

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Government of Canada invests to improve the participation of equity-deserving groups in the skilled trades

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News Release October 12, 2022,        Gatineau, Quebec         Employment and Social Development Canada Women choose a career in the skilled trades less frequently than men, and they face increased barriers in their apprenticeship training. With the demand for skilled tradespeople at an all-time high, the Government of Canada is making targeted investments aimed at developing […]

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Surrey council moves Harmony project forward

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  Peace Arch News Headline UNITI’s South Surrey inclusive housing proposal set for a new public hearing More than a year after rejecting it, Surrey council has reconsidered – and approved the first and second readings for – UNITI’s inclusive housing project, Harmony, in South Surrey. As promised by incumbent Mayor Doug MacCallum at a […]

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Government of Canada releases national Disability Inclusion Action Plan

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News release October 7, 2022         Gatineau, Quebec       Employment and Social Development Canada Persons with disabilities face physical, financial, attitudinal and other barriers to participating in society. Many of these barriers are systemic and long-standing. The Government of Canada is working with the disability community to remove those barriers, and to consciously create a more […]

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Make safe driving part of your Thanksgiving long weekend

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  Victoria Thursday, October 6, 2022 7:30 AM As the Thanksgiving long weekend approaches, travellers are encouraged to stay safe on the road by planning ahead and using extra caution. Drivers on routes throughout the province should also expect above-average traffic volumes and plan accordingly. Drivers can expect delays on Coquihalla Highway 5, as portions […]

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New affordable homes for families, seniors open in Oliver

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Oliver Thursday, October 6, 2022 8:30 AM More than 40 new affordable rental homes are open in Oliver for families, seniors, Indigenous people and individual living with disabilities. “With the opening of this building, more people in Oliver will have the security and peace of mind that comes with an affordable place to live,” said Roly […]

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