News Release April 19, 2023, | Ottawa, Ontario | Public Health Agency of Canada It is estimated that 1 in 50 children and youth aged 1 to 17 years in Canada have been diagnosed with autism (also known as autism spectrum disorder or ASD). The specific indications of autism, and when they present, can vary significantly from person to person. Some people show signs of autism within the first
April 6th,2023 Welcome to the April 2023 edition of CLBC’s Update for Individuals and Families. As a reminder, you can find all Updates (including past editions) posted on our website here. You can also check out CLBC’s Facebook page here and Twitter page here. If you know of anyone who would like to receive future Updates, please share the link to our sign up page with them. If you have a specific question, or feedback about this
Kamloops Thursday, April 6, 2023 2:30 PM The Province, through BC Housing, is helping preserve affordable rental housing in Kamloops by buying 435 Cherry Ave. This vacant apartment building could have otherwise been redeveloped and converted to for-profit housing. “To succeed in life, people need a place to call home, and we are making sure that more people in Kamloops have that today with this purchase,” said Ravi Kahlon,
Victoria Thursday, April 6, 2023 10:30 AM Government introduced the Miscellaneous Statutes Amendment Act (No. 2), 2023, to the legislative assembly on Thursday, April 6, 2023. If passed by the legislature, the amendments will affect the following provincial statutes: Societies Act The proposed amendments to the Societies Act are updates to a 2021 amendment that added a new regulation to allow post-secondary student societies to receive member lists
Victoria Wednesday, April 5, 2023, 12:30 PM On June 1, 2023, B.C.’s lowest-paid workers will get a pay raise with the general minimum wage increasing from $15.65 to $16.75 an hour. “Having a minimum wage that keeps up with inflation is a key step to prevent the lowest paid workers from falling behind,” said Harry Bains, Minister of Labour. “These workers and their families feel the impacts of high
When: August 14th – 17th, 2023 Where: Nechako Gathering & Residence, at the University of British Columbia Okanagan Campus in Kelowna Come join us to hear stories from self advocates, learn about ways to advocate for your rights, connect with community leaders, and share your experiences! What is the Self Advocacy Leadership Institute It is a four-day event created by self advocate leaders to support the learning and skill
Housing Announcement Victoria Monday, April 3, 2023, 11:09 AM The Province’s new housing plan will speed up the delivery of new homes, increase the supply of middle-income housing, fight speculation and help those who need it the most. The Homes for People plan will deliver more homes people need in a shorter timeframe and build more vibrant communities throughout B.C. “If you’ve scrolled through rental listings or seen the prices
Good News for Self Advocates our services will not be striking this news below Victoria Wednesday, March 29, 2023, 11:15 AM The Community Social Services Employers’ Association (CSSEA) and members of the Community Social Services Bargaining Association (CSSBA) have ratified three agreements under the Shared Recovery Mandate. CSSEA represents nearly 200 member agencies categorized into three sub-sectors: community living services, general services and Indigenous services, each with their own collective
Victoria Wednesday, March 29, 2023, 9:30 AM Youth with developmental disabilities will get extra help to transition from school to work through a $2-million provincial grant. Impact, run through the Delta Community Living Society, helps youth between 15 and 19 with developmental disabilities find employment through supports and services. As many as 360 more youth could get jobs through the three-year grant, which expands the program’s reach to 10 B.C.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 29, 2023 OTTAWA, ON – Inclusion Canada is encouraged to see the federal government prioritize disability inclusion throughout Budget 2023. Some victories are obvious, and others are a bit more nuanced. “While some elements of the budget are promising, far too many people with intellectual disabilities are living in dire poverty,” says Robin Acton, President of Inclusion Canada. “As parents, our constant worry is the financial security
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