Supporting valued lives in communities for children, youth and adults with developmental disabilities from Victoria to Campbell River, and including Gulf Is's
Vancouver Island, BC, Canada
Joined January 2013
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Thanks to @gocissbc , Spectrum Society for Community Living, Be Connected Support Services Ltd. and Milieu Family Services for helping to make this conference accessible to more people.
inclusionbc.org/our-services…
ALT Graphic text reads: Thank you to our community sponsors. Logos for Community Integration Services Society, Spectrum Society for Community Living. Be Connected Support Services Ltd. and Milieu Family Services. Logo for Everybody Belongs May 31 to June 1, Inclusion BC Nanaimo
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Although #RDSP Awareness Month is wrapping up, it's always a good time to learn more about this important savings plan and to check out the great resources from @planinstitute, @BCANDS1 & @DisabAllianceBC
Happy Halloween!
Today marks the end of RDSP Awareness month. Thanks for following along as we shared information, resources and events related to the RDSP. It's been SPOOK-tacular!
But it's not too late to find out more!
Visit rdsp.com/rdsp-awareness-mont… / email [email protected].
ALT A person holding a gold coin hops across rising grey blocks. Plants with coins for flowers grow below him. The background is dark and the image feels a little spooky. Text reads: 'October is RDSP Awareness Month! Learn more at www.rdsp.com/rdsp-awareness-month.'
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CLBC’s Strategic Initiatives Advisors host a weekly virtual meetup called ‘Let’s Get Together to Talk About Connections!’ every Thursday at 12:00 noon. Join to hear about and share what’s happening around the province and in your own community. Learn more: ow.ly/qblk50P83WC
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SIXPO (Sexuality, Inclusion and Exploration) is a festival organized by and for people with disabilities. The festival runs from April 1 to 22, with both virtual and in-person events. Learn more about SIXPO and find registration details here: ow.ly/CGk850Nthpu
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The people of Türkiye and Syria need our help – and I know Canadians are stepping up. We are, too. Between February 6th and 22nd, we’re matching your donations to @RedCrossCanada’s Earthquake in Türkiye and Syria Appeal – up to $10 million. More here: bit.ly/3x3ctcl
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Learn more about the Registered Disability Savings Plan #RDSP at these upcoming webinars hosted by @planinstitute:
Whether you've never heard of the Registered Disability Savings Plan #RDSP before or already have a plan and want to learn more, we have a webinar for you!
Level 1 - Thursday, January 19, 7 pm-8:30 pm PDT
Level 2 - Thursday, January 26, 7 pm-8:45 pm PT
planinstitute.ca/registered-…
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Happy International Plain Language Day! Plain language is an accommodation right for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here are some tips you can use for writing in plain language. #PlainLanguageDay #IPlainDay #Inclusion
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Sign up for our 2022 Christmas Hamper Giving program starts Tuesday, October 11th!
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Come in to our food bank Monday-Friday 10am-1pm with ID for all members of your household to register.
Reminder that space is limited, so be sure to stop by.
#mustardseedvic
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Are you living with a disability in YYJ? ICA's Accessibility Program invites you to a free dinner & board game night on Thur, Oct 13 4:30-8pm.
Register:Tari - [email protected]. Limited seating.
#disability #yyj #boardgames
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PLEASE SHARE: A Drug Poisoning/Overdose Advisory has been issued for #GreaterVictoria. Visit our Overdose Prevention Services page at ow.ly/Ps1h50J4CfX to find information on overdose prevention and supervised consumption sites, drug-checking services & more. #IslandHealth
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CLBC joins the Province, @InclusionBC & communities in recognizing October as #CommunityInclusionMonth to celebrate the work of individuals, families & community members to create inclusive communities for British Columbians with developmental disabilities ow.ly/tbvU50L07ku
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“We want parliamentarians to continue to prioritize this Bill as their first order of business.”
Thank you @InclusionCA for your continued support of the Canada Disability Benefit. Let’s get this done.
PRESS RELEASE: PARLIAMENT RETURNS TO DEBATE BILL C-22 - THE CANADA DISABILITY BENEFIT
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Bill C-22 - "Establishing the Canada disability benefit" Will there be action, or just more wind...........
@BonitaZarrillo @StephanieKusie @morricemike
@HoCCommittees
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Let's have a picnic, #Victoria! So excited to be part of this annual @One_Ability tradition. Join us this Saturday afternoon & explore #accessible rec opportunities.
🏃♂️ Details: bit.ly/3wzMnxB
ALT Save the Date. One Day Community Picnic. September 10, 11am-3pm, Topaz Park.
ALT CAN staff posing for a group photo in an outdoor park setting.
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Thank you to @clbc_connect and @bcgeu for sponsoring the 2022 Youth Employment Summit!
Read more about the event and register here: inclusionbc.org/yes-2022/
#YES #Inlcusion #InclusiveEmployment @ils_connect
ALT Thank you! Community living british columbia and BCGEU. YES, youth employment summit. September 22-24, 2022
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From September 22 – 24, 2022, @InclusionBC & @ils_connect will co-host a three-day virtual Youth Employment Summit (YES) to inspire, encourage, and support youth in discovering paths to employment. Registration is now open at the link below.
Calling all youth with disabilities! Join us on September 22-24 to learn about employment, talk to inclusive employers, and apply for a job!
Read more and apply at: inclusionbc.org/yes-2022/
@ils_connect #inclusion
ALT Poster. Youth employment summit. September 22-24, 2022. A virtual employment event for youth with disabilities.
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In recognition of International Youth Day, we ask Canada not pass laws that would open the door to "mature minors" with disabilities, not at end of life, to be given Medical Assistance in Dying. Instead we ask that you provide them with the necessary supports to thrive.
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A test of B.C.’s wireless alerting system will take place today at 1:55 p.m. (PDT) as part of the national Alert Ready system. An alert will be broadcast on radio and television stations as well as on compatible wireless devices, including mobile phones. ow.ly/Mqrq50IZAm8
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Join us this Saturday for the @PISEworld Family Sport and Recreation Festival! We will be highlighting adapted sport opportunities.
We are excited for this weekend's @PISEworld Family Festival!
More info: pise.ca/family-festival-2022…
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Beginning April 5, Theatre Terrific is offering free online choral classes every Tuesday at 6:30pm for adults with disabilities in BC to sing along, express themselves and enjoy music. Email [email protected] to register! ow.ly/R4cr50IwuxH
