Monthly Archives: February 2023

BC Budget 2023

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This is a page for BC Budget 2023 Selfadvocatenet.ca will highlight what is in this budget for people with disabilities as came out today stay tuned Helping people through challenges now Here are highlights Putting money back into people’s pockets A new income-tested renter’s tax credit will provide as much as $400 annually to rentersstarting […]

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Kamloops-Self-Advocate-Newsletters March-2023

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The Kamloops Self-Advocates is a newsletter for people with diverse abilities published by Krystian Shaw.   March Edition of KSA Newsletter 2023 contains in Welcome to March! Spring is just around the corner andwe have another exciting newsletter for you! Of course,we are celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. We’ve got somefun activities and articles with that […]

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Grants for non-profits building strong communities

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Burnaby Friday, February 17, 2023 10:15 AM People will have better access to health and safety services, recreational opportunities and social programs in their communities as Community Gaming Grants will help not-for-profit organizations buy equipment and build or renovate their facilities. “We love our communities! This capital project funding supports not-for-profit organizations that work to […]

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More than 130 affordable rental homes open in Langford, Victoria

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  Housing Announcement Langford Friday, February 17, 2023 11:00 AM Seniors, individuals and families, including people living with disabilities, have a place they can call home now that 130 new affordable rental and supportive homes are open in Langford and Victoria. Fifty-eight rental units are open at 2782 Spencer Rd., in partnership with the Capital Region Housing […]

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BCSALN: Present Join the Party

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February 23:  Noon to 1 pm  Join the Party!  Bring a lunch and listen to some music Registration is by email on the poster.

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B.C. helps people with complex needs through long-term recovery

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Victoria Thursday, February 16, 2023 10:15 AM More people with complex needs can get improved employment supports on their path to long-term recovery, health and wellness, thanks to an $8.2-million provincial grant to the Canadian Mental Health Association of British Columbia.The Links to Employment program is for people who have multiple and persistent barriers to […]

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Accessibility Standards Canada and CSA Group collaborate to publish three new accessibility standards

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News release Accessibility Standards Canada and CSA Group have collaborated to publish three new accessibility standards. Publication of these standards is another step towards contributing to a more inclusive and barrier-free Canada. The standards are: CSA/ASC B651, Accessible design for the built environment; CSA/ASC B651.2, Accessible design for self-service interactive devices including automated banking machines; […]

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CLBC named one of BC’s Top Employers for a second year

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Posted on February 14, 2023 Community Living BC has been recognized as one of B.C.’s Top Employers in 2023. This designation recognizes the employers in British Columbia that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Employees are attracted to CLBC because of the opportunity to make a difference by supporting individuals to have […]

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B.C. throne speech outlines plans to build a stronger, more secure future

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Victoria Monday, February 6, 2023, 2:18 PM Lieutenant governor Janet Austin has delivered a forward-looking speech from the throne, laying out actions the provincial government will take to tackle today’s biggest challenges and build a stronger, more secure future for everyone who calls B.C. home.“Despite everything we’ve gone through over the past few years, British […]

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Community Social Services Employers’ Association reaches tentative agreement with Community Social Services Bargaining Association

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This good Self Advocate not going on strike Community Living Agencies have a new contract   Victoria Monday, February 6, 2023, 3:45 PM The Community Social Services Employers’ Association (CSSEA) has reached a tentative agreement with members of the Community Social Services Bargaining Association (CSSBA) under the Province’s Shared Recovery Mandate. CSSEA has more than […]

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