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Actions and Updates 

 

Self-care workshop for the community living worker

Inclusion BC is hosting a 3-hour workshop in New Westminster, designed as a special training session for Community Living support staff. The goal of this workshop is to offer support through information and team-building exercises that focus on the wellness of each member of the staff team within a healthy workplace culture. Read more.
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Inclusion BC Conference Call for Proposals and Artwork Submissions

We invite you to IGNITE your ideas and share the latest information, resources, and best practices that reflect the full inclusion of people with disabilities in all aspects of community life.

Inclusion BC is accepting proposals for workshop sessions and presentations that will spark creativity and new ideas, and fuel conversations about current trends and issues to advance the rights and opportunities of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Visit the conference website for more information.

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Review of the Office of the Advocate for Service Quality

The Ministry of Social Development and Innovation recently reviewed the role of Advocate for Service Quality for people with developmental disabilities in BC. The purpose of the review was to "assess current and potential roles, responsibilities and core value of the Advocate for Service Quality position within its existing context." Read Inclusion BC's response to the review here.

Video Coverage of Sprout Disability Film Festival by Spotlight Jake

Inclusion BC and the BC Self Advocacy Foundation hosted a Film Festival at the Anvil Centre in New Westminster on December 3, celebrating the UN International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The short films were followed by a Q&A session led by Spotlight Jake. View the video here

More time needed to develop assisted suicide safeguards: CACL

Vulnerable persons will be at significant risk of abuse and error in the coming system for physician-assisted suicide without more time for Parliament to ensure needed protections are enshrined in the Criminal Code. Read the CACL and Council of Canadians with Disabilities joint news release here.

Ready, Willing & Able - success in numbers

The Ready, Willing and Able (RWA) program has moved into its second year with the national program rolled out in 20 primary RWA communities across the country. Across Canada, the employer engagement efforts have been highly successful and are being met with much interest and support from many employers. Read more.

Inclusive Education Awards Nominations Open

To highlight National Inclusive Education Month in February and to bring attention to the many positive examples of inclusive classrooms and schools across the country, the Canadian Association for Community Living (CACL) has created a national certificate of recognition to be given to recipients who have made positive contributions to inclusive education in their province or territory. Read more.
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Resources and Information

 

Inclusion BC seeking Director of Communications (maternity leave replacement)

Do you want to work in a collaborative, progressive environment with a team committed to building an inclusive BC? Read more about the one-year contract opportunity with Inclusion BC. 

Self advocacy newsletter from Self Advocate Net

Self Advocate Net (SAN) has issued the January edition of their website newsletter. Selfadvocatenet.com is a website made by self-advocates with DiversAbilities for self-advocates and their supporters worldwide. Read the newsletter here.
 

Importance of relationships to physical health

We all know that authentic relationships are an important part of living a good life in community. But did you know that it's shown to be the biggest determinant for strong physical health? New research shows that social connections are "as important for health as exercise and diet" and a 75-year-long study on happiness recently revealed that "the clearest message we get from this 75 year study is this: good relationships keep us happier and healthier. Period."   
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Emergency preparedness for people with disabilities

The BC Government has released an emergency preparedness guide for people with disabilities called "Prepared BC: Resources for People with Disabilities." View the guide here

The BC Government is also seeking input on the Emergency Program Act, which sets out the key responsibilities and authorities to guide and enable experts at the local and provincial levels in preparing for, responding to and recovering from emergencies and disasters. The site will close on February 19, 2016. Visit the site here
 

Autism-specific In Case of Emergency (ICE) mobile app

Developed in partnership with Autism Canada, the iPhone and iPad app, ICE4Autism, is the only autism-specific “in case of emergency” app for people on the Autism spectrum. Read more about the app here.
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Community Events

 

Featured Events

Stress management and self care for the community living worker - hosted by Inclusion BC
Monday, January 25, 2016
This 3 hour workshop is designed as a special training session for Community Living support staff. The goal of this workshop is to offer support through information and team-building exercises that focus on the wellness of each member of the staff team within a healthy workplace culture. Read more.

Creating the Future – Partnerships for Inclusive Learning: Registration now open
The Family Support Institute of BC is proud to host Creating the Future, an Inclusive Education learning event on August 22-24, 2016 in Vancouver. Inclusion BC is a proud sponsor of the event. Read more.

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View a full calendar of events on our website: www.inclusionbc.org/events

Community Events

You Are Your Child’s Natural Advocate

Saturday, January 16, 2016
· Nanaimo
 
Monday, January 18, 2016 - Thursday, January 21, 2016
· Vancouver
 
Monday, January 25, 2016
· New Westminster, BC
 
Wednesday, January 27, 2016
· Surrey
 
Thursday, January 28, 2016 - Saturday, January 30, 2016
· Vancouver
 
Friday, January 29, 2016
· New Westminster
 
Saturday, January 30, 2016 - Sunday, January 31, 2016
· Victoria
  Thursday, February 11, 2016
· Vancouver
 
Monday, February 22, 2016 - Wednesday, February 24, 2016
· Victoria
Conference Call for Proposals and Artwork Submissions
Sprout Film Festival covered by Spotlight Jake.
Inclusion BC is seeking a Director of Communications for one-year contract.
Reduce. Reuse. Rejoice!
Learn more about our new Clothes Drop initiative.
Follow us online!
Visit our website at www.inclusionbc.org.
Donate through our Foundation at www.inclusionbc.org/our-foundation

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