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 […]
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 […]
February 23: Noon to 1 pm Join the Party! Bring a lunch and listen to some music Registration is by email on the poster.
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 […]
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; […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Victoria Wednesday, February 1, 2023, 11:15 AM British Columbians who use wheelchairs or have other accessibility needs will soon see more accessible taxis on the road with the launch of the Passenger Transportation Accessibility Program (PTAP). People who depend on wheelchair-accessible taxis often experience longer wait times or a lack of service. The program will […]
The Kamloops Self-Advocates is a newsletter for people with diverse abilities published by Krystian Shaw. Febuary Edition of KSA Newsletter 2023 contains in Welcome to February 2023. It’s Valentine’s Day on the 14th andPink Shirt Day on the 22nd, so we wanted to focus on love andanti–bullying. When we focus on […]
