Author Archives: Cam Dore

101 Ways To Make Friends July Edition

 Upcoming Training Events with David Pitonyak Jul 01, 2015 06:57 pm | Aaron We are excited to once again be hosting David Pitonyak for a week in October!  David Pitonyak for Shared Living Folks: The Importance of Belonging Monday, 26 October 2015 from 9:00 to 4:00 Burnaby, B.C. Being connected to the people we love […]

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CLBC CEO: A 10-Year Anniversary Message July Edition

Dear friends of Community Living BC – Yesterday, July 1, 2015, CLBC marked its 10-year anniversary. It was ten years ago that we were brought into existence under the Community Living Authority Act, the result of an extraordinary effort begun by families and self advocates who wanted a government funded organization that could focus on […]

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B.C People First Handbook

B.C People First Handbook how to start a chapter of B.C. People First download your copy BC People First Handbook

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Making progress on Accessibility 2024

 Friday, June 26, 2015 1:00 PM VICTORIA – British Columbians throughout the province are benefiting from the actions included in the one-year progress update on Accessibility 2024, released today. With almost half a million British Columbians identifying as having a disability, government has set a vision for B.C. to be the most progressive province in […]

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BC People First had their 2015 Conference and AGM Review

On May 31 BC People First had their 2015 Conference and AGM. We had some great presentations, here is a bit about them.  My presentation was called Passion to Purpose. This was a presentation on my personal experience with getting and losing employment. I also spoke of how with a bit of support, everyone who […]

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So How Do We Actually Get Rid of Mental Illness Stigma?

Victoria Markhoff | TEDxSoleburySchool Victoria stands against the stigma of mental illness through speaking, her short film “Before I Go To Sleep At Night,” and even lobbying in front of Congress with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). Victoria helped start the local Lean-In Circle for A Woman’s Place to help women succeed. She also […]

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CLBC Messenge to Self Advocates June Edition 2015

 June 18, 2015 Dear Members and Allies of the Self Advocacy Community, Thank you for all your work creating good lives in welcoming communities. We appreciate the opportunities to work together toward a shared vision. This letter is to update you on: New CLBC Directors of Regional Operations Meeting with the BC People First Board […]

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CLBC Recognizes National Aboriginal Day

 Message from CEO Seonag Macrae:  On behalf of Community Living BC, I want to honour and celebrate Canada’s National Aboriginal Day which falls on Sunday, June 21, 2015. This is an important day for British Columbians to recognize and celebrate the heritage and diverse cultures and vital contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Metis people […]

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CLBC supports Kamloops Disability Awareness Week

CLBC congratulates the City of Kamloops and community organizations for their efforts to build awareness around inclusion and accessibility from May 25 to 29. The week aimed to educate and inform the public about a variety of disabilities and raise awareness towards inclusion and access for all. The City of Kamloops signed a proclamation declaring […]

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The ultimate fire safety guide for people with disabilities

Fire is a really dangerous thing, and more than 3,400 people die because of fires every single year in the United States. At the same time, more than 16,000 people are injured due to fire breaking out. Those with disabilities are especially vulnerable when it comes to fires breaking out, as they may not be […]

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