Monthly Archives: December 2022

Employment and the Pandemic

A person wearing a pink shirt, glasses, and a hairnet is smiling while packaging red licorice in a factory setting. They are holding a small package of licorice, and there are large containers filled with the candy on the table.

Employment and the Pandemic By: Paige Ellis My name is Paige and I’m an adult with a disability.  I attend a day program and volunteer at several places in my community. I love doing these things, but what I really love is the independence that employment affords me. Working and earning my own money increases […]

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Krystian’s history

A person with short hair and a mustache is standing outside in front of a white railing. They are wearing a white T-shirt with a logo and the text Kamloops self-advocate NEWSLETTER. Trees and a building are in the background.

The Kamloops Self-Advocate is a newsletter for people in the community to reduce stigma and discrimination around all disabilities published by Krystian Shaw, featuring interviews, upcoming events, tips, stories and more Born with an intellectual disability, Krystian Shaw never doubted he could pursue his dream.   The Kamloops Self Advocate would like your feedback NEWSLETTER TOPICS […]

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