Surrey Thursday, July 18, 2019 10:15 AM More than 1,300 additional families with children who have special needs are benefiting from respite services by qualified caregivers, thanks to this year’s program expansion. The expansion also provides an increase to the base funding amount each family can receive. “We’ve heard how incredibly important respite care […]
Nanaimo Thursday, July 18, 2019 10:45 AM New affordable rental homes are on the way that will provide more accessible housing options for people with developmental disabilities. “Providing homes for people with disabilities is a priority for our government,” said Sheila Malcolmson, MLA for Nanaimo. “We’re proud to support this project, which will […]
Last call for WOW Award nominations There are just two weeks left to nominate an inclusion champion in your community for a 2019 Widening Our World (WOW) Award. CLBC’s WOW awards recognize the many ways people are making sure adults with developmental disabilities are included in their communities. Whether it is an employer, teacher, […]
News release July 11, 2019 Gatineau, Quebec Employment and Social Development Canada Accessibility in Canada is about creating communities, workplaces and services that enable everyone to participate fully in society without barriers. The Government of Canada believes that all Canadians deserve the same opportunities and chances at success and is pleased to announce the coming […]
Here you go Self Advocates the BC Govt is conducting consultation on amendments to the BC Societies Act one that came in 2016 Greetings, We are writing to inform you that the BC Government is conducting a consultation on proposed amendments to the Societies Act. Over the past two-and-a-half years, the government has been monitoring […]
Victoria Monday, July 8, 2019 12:00 PM The B.C. government is delivering on its commitment to bring ride-hailing to B.C., with regulations in place that will focus on passenger, driver and company safety, and will allow companies to apply to the Passenger Transportation Board by the beginning of September 2019. “Our plan has made it […]
The Crown Agencies and Board Resourcing Office (CABRO), which coordinates appointments to boards of public sector organizations, has posted an opening for a board director for Community Living BC to serve a term from one to three years (renewable). People from all regions of the province are invited to express their interest. Consideration will be […]
For Immediate Release July 3, 2019 RCY’S MANDATE EXPANDED TO REACH MORE YOUNG ADULTS VICTORIA – The Representative for Children and Youth (RCY) can now advocate for more young adults who have aged out of government care following a regulatory change that expands the Office’s legal mandate. Young adults up to their 24th […]
Salmon Arm Wednesday, July 3, 2019 1:00 PM More new affordable rental homes and housing with supports are on the way for Salmon Arm. “For too long, people have struggled to find safe, affordable housing,” said Selina Robinson, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing. “We are proud to be working with local partners to build […]
Victoria Tuesday, July 2, 2019 9:15 AM This may also those on disability benefits too Nearly 50% of B.C. families will receive more for their climate action tax credit this week, putting money back in their pockets and helping make life more affordable. On Friday, July 5, 2019, eligible families will see the first of […]
