The North Okanagan-Shuswap Community Council invited 25 self advocates, caregivers and family members from Revelstoke, Salmon Arm, Armstrong and Vernon to learn how to set up and run an effective, self advocates’ group. Community Connections self advocates from Vernon shared the work they had been doing to put together a strategic plan, using a great […]
March 2019 Dear B.C. Self Advocacy Community and Supporters, We hope you are all having a happy and healthy start to 2019. We are pleased to share some recent CLBC updates. From Seonag: This is my last message to you before I retire on March 31. I am so grateful for the opportunity I […]
CLBC’s E-Newsletter | March 2019 View this email in your browser A bi monthly update with news,stories and tips My booklet, your booklet: How a mother’s storybook became a popular family tool “Working on this project has not only connected me with other people, but helped me learn more about my daughter’s hopes, dreams and […]
CLBC is looking for New CEO CLBC is seeking a leader who is excited about the opportunity to work with individuals with developmental disabilities, families, service agencies and other partners to advance inclusion in communities across the province. With the retirement of current CEO Seonag Macrae on March 31, 2019, the organization’s Board of Directors […]
Victoria Thursday, February 28, 2019 12:30 PM Foster parents, adoptive caregivers, extended family members caring for children and Community Living BC (CLBC) home-share providers will each receive a boost in support payments – the first increase in 10 years – to make life more affordable and provide more support to some of B.C.’s most-vulnerable children and adults. […]
The presenting team for the South Island CLBC Welcome Workshops helps people feel better informed about what to expect when applying for services, and more connected to other families and their community. Nearly 200 people have attended new CLBC Welcome Workshops held across the province to learn about how CLBC serves adults with developmental […]
Welcome to the Winter 2018-19 Edition of CLBC’s “Celebrate Diverse ABILITIES” magazine. Celebrate Diverse ABILITIES is created under the guidance of the CLBC Editorial Board, which is made up of self advocates from across the province, as well as family members. The theme for this edition is “Inclusion and Equality.” The authors who are featured in this edition […]
Posted on January 14, 2019 Community Living BC (CLBC) welcomes Henry Chen who will begin his duties as Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer on February 18, 2019. “I am very happy to have Henry join our Executive team,” said CLBC CEO Seonag Macrae. “He brings extensive financial leadership skills and experience, and a […]
December 2018 Dear B.C. Self Advocacy Community and Supporters, Holiday greetings from Community Living BC (CLBC)! Here are important CLBC updates: New CLBC board members Inclusion BC and CLBC three-year plan to increase inclusive housing New CLBC Welcome Workshops New Strategic Initiative Advisors Self Advocate Net website and Speakers Bureau Public Guardian & Trustee program for former […]
A bi-monthly update with news, stories and tips My house, my choice “As a parent of a child with different abilities, and just like any parent of any child, I want him to be happy and excited about his future. It just takes time – and lots of it!,” says Marnie of her […]
