Government must fix financial supports for Canadians with disabilities June 27, 2018 Ottawa – Canada should do more to help the 3.8 million people living with disabilities, particularly, the 1.8 million who have severe disabilities and incur costs that other Canadians do not face. The Senate Committee on Social Affairs, Science and Technology is urging the […]
Ottawa, Ontario – June 27, 2018 The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement to highlight Canadian Multiculturalism Day: “As the first country in the world to adopt a policy of multiculturalism, Canada has shown time and time again that diversity and inclusion are sources of strength, and at the heart of our […]
Victoria Wednesday, June 27, 2018 8:00 AM Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement in honour of Canadian Multiculturalism Day, June 27: “British Columbia is the most diverse province in Canada. Our history has been shaped by all the people who have helped build British Columbia, and connect us to the world. Together, we’re […]
June 27, 2018 by DABC Dear Community Partner, Disability Alliance BC (DABC) is writing to let you know that effective May 2018, the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction started providing funding for aircasts/walking boots for people who are eligible for health supplements. Eligible individuals include: Recipients of Persons with Disabilities (PWD) benefits Recipients […]
CLBC launches new website for individuals and families. Tell us what you think. June 2018 Community Living BC (CLBC) has launched a new website at www.communitylivingbc.ca. It aims to make it easier for individuals and families to find answers. Visit the site, and let us know what you think by sending an email to CLBCInfo@gov.bc.ca. […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 21, 2018 Toronto, ON – The Canadian Association for Community Living (CACL) is greatly encouraged by the introduction of the Accessible Canada Act (Bill C-81). The Bill has many promising components, and CACL looks forward to participating in the legislative review to ensure strong and effective legislation that makes real […]
From: Employment and Social Development Canada News release Most significant progress for people with disabilities in over 30 years June 20, 2018 Gatineau, Quebec Employment and Social Development Canada Today, following the most inclusive and accessible consultation with Canadians with disabilities and with the disability community, the Honourable Kirsty Duncan, Minister of Science and Minister […]
June 19, 2018 by DABC We have received the following message from Minister Kirsty Duncan in relation to upcoming federal accessibility legislation. “Good morning, As you know, as Minister of Sport and Persons with Disabilities, I was mandated by the Prime Minister to develop and introduce accessibility legislation. I am pleased to inform you that […]
Attention Self Advocates this good info you need to know in warm weather. and safety of being outside in heat wave what need to know to be safe in your community. As we are in a heat wave in BC now. Many places in Canada have a high number of extreme heat events, often called […]
Vancouver Monday, June 18, 2018 11:45 AM respite and day programs includes people with developmental disabilities in this news The Ministry of Health is investing $75 million to expand respite care and adult day programs, helping both seniors and their loved ones, announced Adrian Dix, Minister of Health. “Many B.C. seniors count on their spouses, […]
