Upcoming Strategic Plan feedback sessions hosted by Self-Advocate groups!
Aspire Richmond Self-Advocates
📆 Feb 23 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. (Online)
✉️ dabegg@aspirerichmond.com
Self-Advocates of the Rockies
📆 Feb 24 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. (Cranbrook, BC)
✉️ cranbrooksaor@gmail.com
https://ow.ly/pirA50YcXsq
🚨 Coming up!
Two in-person CLBC Strategic Plan feedback sessions are happening next week:
📍 Tuesday, January 27 in Victoria, B.C.
Email clbcvictoria@gov.bc.ca to register.
📍Friday, January 30 Richmond, B.C.
Email dabegg@aspirerichmond.com to register.
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Your voice matters! 📢
Aspire Richmond is hosting a community engagement session for self-advocates and CLBC eligible individuals.
🗓 Jan 30 | 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. PST
📍 Victoria Seedlings 6380 No. 3rd. Richmond, B.C.
📩 Register: www.eventbrite.ca/e/clbc-commu... or email dabegg@aspirerichmond.com.
Announcement for CPP-D reconsiderations and tribunal hearings webinar - hosted by Disability Alliance BC, funded by ICBC, on Zoom Jan 22, 2026 at 2 pm PT. There is a graphic of a person talking on a computer screen.
Join our upcoming webinar, an overview of CPP-D reconsiderations and Social Security Tribunals.
When: Jan. 22, 2026 at 2 pm PT.
Where: Zoom
🔗 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hMlNpMtBRYGQzIvxqSzk8Q#/registration
#CPPD #SST #CanadPensionPlanDisability
TransLink recently announced upcoming changes to the #HandyDART service, which will provide HandyDART users with more flexibility & increase their ability to participate in society: https://disabilityalliancebc.org/translink-announces-increased-handydart-hours-online-booking-coming-soon/
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As we reflect on 2025, we’re proud of the progress made together at CLBC. This year included new accessibility work, community council events, the WOW Awards, inclusive communication tools, and more.
Thank you to everyone who helped move this work possible. We look forward to more in 2026! ⭐
The December edition of CLBC's Update for Individuals and Families is full of news, information, stories and resources.
This edition includes the final report on our home sharing review, community council events, community inclusion stories & more.
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Subscribe: ow.ly/NZjA50X9V6a
🔵 What is #PersonalPlanning? With Burnaby Public Library & Nidus
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, October 21
🕕 Time: 1 – 2pm (PT)
📍 Registration: shorturl.at/tWfpV
Are you prepared for incapacity, end-of-life and other support needs?
Learn about #RepresentationAgreements, registering legal documents and more.
New Publication: Parenting Experiences Among Adults With Intellectual Disabilities: A Scoping Review
Congratulations to Rae Morris, Michelle Goos, Lizzy Walsh, Ariel Lomness and Rachelle Hole on
You can read the scoping review here: ciic.ok.ubc.ca/resource/par...
‼️Webinar happening in 5 minutes on PWD Supplements and Associated Benefits: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Overdose prevention support are available on campus to help protect students. If you suspect an overdose, call 9-1-1 right away. Visit RespondtoOverdose.gov.bc.ca for tips that could help save a life. Graphic depicting a hand holding a naloxone kit.
The drug supply is poisoned and not safe. Any dose can be deadly.
BC is helping campuses prepare for emergencies by supporting overdose response plans and making nasal naloxone available at all public post-secondary schools and First Nations-mandated institutes.
RespondToOverdose.gov.bc.ca
🔐 The Nidus Registry can securely store your important documents, including your #RepresentationAgreement, making them accessible when you need them most.
🔗 Want to learn how to register? Check out our step-by-step guide here: shorturl.at/BWrBi
✨ WEBINAR ON PERSONAL PLANNING! ✨
We are hosting a FREE Webinar on Personal Planning and Representation Agreements with FSI-BC and everyone is welcome!
📅 Date: Wednesday, August 20
🕛 Time: 6 – 7 pm (Pacific Time)
🔗 Registration: shorturl.at/xHXZv
🔗 familysupportbc.com
🔗 nidus.ca
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Are you interested in developing your skills and gaining valuable work experience in the manufacturing sector? Our Empower3D program has available spots for youth with disabilities (ages 15-30) in Burnaby, Regina, & Fredericton for our next session, which begins Sept 2.
Learn more: buff.ly/dNwOnyv
Disability Alliance BC was once again selected by the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction (SDPR) this year to distribute funding to community based “Accessibility Projects." Applications are now open!
Learn more: disabilityalliancebc.org/accessibilit...
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DABC & our partners at Plan Institute are teaming up for a webinar on the Disability Tax Credit (#DTC).
Choose from three dates:
- Thurs, August 7
- Thurs, October 2
- Tues, November 25
Learn more & register: planinstitute.ca/disability-t...
#DisabilityTaxCredit
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Join our Zoom webinar on Aug. 20, 2025 at 10 am PDT. We'll provide an overview of the Persons with Disabilities (PWD) Benefit application: eligibility & how to apply. 💻
Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Made possible thanks to generous funding from ICBC.
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Options for Sexual Health is seeking 4 new Board members! They invite applications from anyone who may contribute to furthering their mission, particularly those who represent groups they serve, including people with disabilities: www.optionsforsexualhealth.org/wp-content/u...
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Get ready: the Canada Disability Benefit (#CDB) application is opening June 20, 2025, and DABC can help every step of the way!
Learn more here: disabilityalliancebc.org/dabc-communi...
#CanadaDisabilityBenefit
#DisabilityBenefits
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RIP The Beach Boys' Brian Wilson at 82 -Scott 💙
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Check out the latest ideas, tips, and tools from the Virtual Job Coach!
Don’t miss new posts—sign up for our mailing list at bit.ly/V-J-C.
#VirtualJobCoach #CareerSuccess #JobSearchTips #DisabilityEmployment #Neurodiversity #PhoneAnxiety
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There's still time to register for this FREE in person event!:
www.eventbrite.ca/e/vancouver-...
The VDSN is hosting a forum on May 22nd in Vancouver, on emergency preparedness and response for climate change-related events.
#VancouverEvents #ClimatePreparedness #InclusivePreparedness
🚨 May 4-10 is Emergency Preparedness Week! 🚨
🔐 The #NidusRegistry helps British Columbians stay prepared for emergencies by keeping copies of important #PersonalPlanning documents safe, secure, and accessible always.
Register: nidusregistry.ca
Learn more : www.getprepared.gc.ca/
#EPWeek2025
🌿 May is Mental Health Awareness Month 🌿
Did you know that individuals with developmental disabilities are at a greater risk of experiencing mental health challenges than the general population?
Everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and supported.
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth
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This week, we are hosting a FREE Webinar on Personal Planning and #RepresentationAgreements - everyone is welcome!
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, April 30
🕕 Time: 6 – 7 pm (Pacific Time)
📍 Register here: shorturl.at/snx74
#PersonalPlanning #NidusRegistry #RA7 #RA9 #LegalPlanning
Disability Action of Canada is organizing a “Raise the Rates (PWD) Rally & Rave (with DJ)” event at the B.C. Legislature steps & lawn on May 15th – 1pm to 3pm in Victoria. 📣
More info: disabilityalliancebc.org/disability-a...
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Nidus Personal Planning Webinar poster for April 30. Blue, green, white and orange colours.
Nidus has an upcoming FREE Webinar on Personal Planning and Representation Agreements, where you can learn how to arrange for future support needs or potential incapacity while you’re still living. All are welcome!
🗓 Date: Wednesday, April 30
🕖 Time: 6 – 7 pm (PT)
📍 Register here: shorturl.at/snx74
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DABC is excited to announce the opening of applications for the #DTC Medical Fees Fund to residents of #BC from April 17 to May 17!
Learn more: disabilityalliancebc.org/direct-servi...
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Elections Canada has shared with DABC resources which help ensure that all voters, including people with disabilities, have access to clear, accessible, & reliable information about voting in the upcoming federal election.
disabilityalliancebc.org/resources-fo...
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