Author Archives: Cam Dore

PRESS RELEASE: INCLUSION CANADA DEMANDS JUSTICE IN LIGHT OF INADEQUATE SENTENCING IN BRENT GABONA CASE

By Cam Dore | Published: January 27, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, January 26, 2024 Brent Gabona TORONTO, ON – Wednesday’s sentencing in the Brent Gabona case highlights systemic issues with congregate care and the need for stronger protective measures for individuals with intellectual disabilities living in those settings. Inclusion Canada, the national organization advancing human rights for individuals with intellectual disabilities and their […]

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More than 40 new rental homes available for Osoyoos residents

By Cam Dore | Published: January 27, 2024

Osoyoos Friday, January 26, 2024 2:00 PM People in Osoyoos will soon have access to 43 new affordable rental homes with construction starting on an on-reserve housing development. “This project is part of our Homes for People action plan, creating affordable homes for more than 40 individuals and their families in Osoyoos,” said Ravi Kahlon, […]

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Bell Let’s Talk Day January 24th ,2024

By Cam Dore | Published: January 24, 2024

selfadvocate.ca/ is in support of Bell Let's Talk Day January 24th,2024 Millions of people including Self Advocates who have a disability go through tough times during the year. Some stressors could include addiction, loss or concerns about money. Some folks may be survivors of abuse or experiencing homelessness. We need to be aware of the […]

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Asparagus Ham Dinner

By Cam Dore | Published: January 16, 2024

selfadvocate.ca/ Recipe for Month of January 2024 TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 25 min. YIELD: 6 servings. I’ve been making this low-fat ham dinner for my family for years, and we always look forward to it.  With asparagus, tomato, pasta and chunks of ham, it’s a tempting blend of tastes and textures. —Rhonda Zavodny, David City, […]

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Safety Tips Stay Safe for Winter 2024

By Cam Dore | Published: January 11, 2024

Be prepared Self Advocates ALERT Cold weather season  Tips to Stay Safe   Get prepared for winter weather and storms Severe weather like snow, hail, blizzards, high winds or heavy rain can happen without warning and can affect your safety in different ways. Extreme cold can be hazardous, and the risk increases the more time […]

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Abbotsford Recreation Centre receives funding to improve air quality and accessibility

By Cam Dore | Published: January 9, 2024

  News release Abbotsford, British Columbia, January 9, 2024 — The heat recovery and optimization project at the Abbotsford Recreation Centre is set to make the building more energy efficient and decrease greenhouse gas emissions, after an investment of more than $4.45 million from the federal government. Announced by Minister Harjit S. Sajjan and Mayor […]

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New homes open for seniors, people with disabilities in Port Alberni

By Cam Dore | Published: January 4, 2024

Port Alberni Thursday, January 4, 2024 8:30 AM Seniors and people living with disabilities in Port Alberni now have access to more affordable rental housing with the opening of Huupsitas, a new 48-unit apartment building. “The Huupsitas building will provide the kind of stability and security that seniors and people living with disabilities need more […]

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Homeowner grant provides property tax relief for people in B.C.

By Cam Dore | Published: January 2, 2024

  Victoria Tuesday, January 2, 2024 9:30 AM The homeowner grant will continue to cover 92% of homes with the threshold set at $2.15 million for 2024. The grant amounts remain the same as last year, providing as much as $570 relief on property tax bills for owners in the Capital Regional District, Fraser Valley Regional District and […]

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The Kamloops Self Advocate Newsletter Jan 2024

By Cam Dore | Published: December 27, 2023

  Krystian Shaw Publisher and Owner Dear Readers Hello everyone, Happy New Year! Welcome to the January issue of our newsletter! As we step into a new year, it’s a time for fresh starts and coming together to reflect on important things. Firstly, let’s talk about the number 9-8-8. It’s an easier-to-remember phone number in […]

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Mental Heath Supports

By Cam Dore | Published: December 24, 2023

  Congratulation to Laura Alejandra Fragoso from Mission BC On her new website   Best wishes from Bryce and selfadvocate.ca/ 

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