Monthly Archives: May 2024

Public engagement will begin Friday, May 31, and continue until July 31. As well as an online questionnaire at http://engage.gov.bc.ca/accessiblebcactstandards, there will be various in-person and virtual town halls and small group sessions. People can also e-mail submissions to accessiblebc@urbansystems.ca.

Nanaimo Friday, May 31, 2024 9:30 AM Shane Simpson has been appointed chair of the Community Living BC (CLBC) board of directors to succeed Michael J. Prince, who completes his second full term at the end of June 2024. “As CLBC’s next board chair, Shane Simpson brings a familiar voice and a deep understanding of […]

Victoria Tuesday, May 28, 2024 9:45 AM On June 1, 2024, the general minimum wage increases from $16.75 to $17.40 an hour. The 3.9% increase also applies to minimum-wage rates for resident caretakers, live-in home-support workers and live-in camp leaders. The increase will help approximately 240,000 workers who currently earn less than $17.40 per hour. […]

selfadvocate.ca/ is in support of National Accessibility Week of  May 27th, 2024 through to May 31st, 2024       This is a week dedicated to the celebration and inclusion of people of all abilities. This page will try to highlight  why is it important to highlight ways the disability community has been developing […]

Statement May 13, 2024 – Ottawa (Ontario) On May 9, 2024, Canada’s Chief Accessibility Officer, Stephanie Cadieux addressed attendees at Canada’s first-ever National Air Accessibility Summit. The following statement summarizes her remarks: “It’s been over six months since the night my wheelchair was left behind by Air Canada. In some ways, it seems like just […]

News release May 9, 2024                    Ottawa, Ontario                    Transport Canada   The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that Canada is barrier-free. This includes a fully accessible transportation system. This is vital to ensure that all Canadians, including those with disabilities, have equal opportunities to contribute and participate fully in society. Canadians with disabilities still face many […]

News release May 9, 2024            Gatineau, Quebec             Employment and Social Development Canada All Canadians deserve equal access to programs, services and supports. The Government of Canada is committed to investing in programs that help remove barriers to accessibility, increase inclusion, and empower persons with disabilities to […]