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August 29, 2012
Action Calls
Lights! Camera! Inclusion! Video Contest - Judging panel announced
Survey and Research study seeking participants
"On My Way" Transitions Video Blog - August Videos
Devon talks about his plans for the summer and beyond
Olivia's graduation dinner and dance - the "pre-party"
Olivia, Devon, Kayla and Kit graduate from high school
Resources & Information
Updated Parent Handbook on Inclusive Education
Autism Outreach Workshops for Parents and Caregivers
Careers in Community Living
BCACL Foundation seeking Director of Resource Development
New career opportunities with our member organizations
Upcoming Community Events
View upcoming community events
Lights! Camera! Inclusion! Video Contest Judges Announced
BCACL is excited to announce the talented group of individuals making up the judging panel for our Lights! Camera! Inclusion! Video Contest. The panel of seven includes:
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Tamara Taggart
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Gord Tulloch
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Derris le Nobel
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Mercedes Grant
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Devon Marsland
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Jason Tibayan
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Faith Bodnar
Survey and Research study seeking participants
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GO4KIDDS is seeking parents/caregivers of CANADIAN CHILDREN AND YOUTH AGED 10 to 16 YEARS with moderate, severe, profound developmental disabilities, to participate in an anonymous survey. This online survey asks about needs and access to health care and other services. Particpants are eligible to receive a $50 honourarium. Visit the website for more information.
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A doctoral student at the University of Victoria is studying the different ways that parental caregivers of adults with intellectual disabilities plan for the future of their child. Participants will fill out a questionnaire and, if interested, a telephone conversation. Read more...
Updated Handbook on Inclusive Education
The popular BCACL publication, "A Parent's Handbook on Inclusive Education," has been updated to reflect current legislation and resources. The handbook is now available in three formats, for your convenience. Read more...
Autism Outreach Workshops for Parents and Caregivers
The Ministry of Children and Family Development is offering 2-day parent/caregiver workshops across the province as part of the outreach program for children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). The workshops are free but you must register to attend. Read the flyer here.
Family Support Institute's 2012 Summer Newsletter
FSI's Possabilities Newsletter is available to all families, friends and partnering organizations with the hope that the stories and information can help support or inspire families and individuals with diverse challenges. Read the summer edition here.
Latest FSI Bulletin - Kindling Connection
This e-bulletin is distributed to all families, friends and partnering organizations with the hopes that the information collected can help in the support of families and individuals with diverse challenges.
Careers in Community Living
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Director of Resource Development |
BCACL Foundation |
New Westminster |
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Visit website to view posting |
Careers with our Members:
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Community Inclusion Facilitator (3 positions)
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Fund Development Assistant
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BC Centre for Ability
L'Arche Greater Vancouver |
Vancouver |
September 12, 2012
August 31, 2012 |
View PDF here
Visit website |
Upcoming Community Events
Visit the Events page of the BCACL website for a complete list of events
Monday, September 10, 2012 - Thursday, September 13, 2012
· Burnaby
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Hosted by: Spectrum Society fo Community Living...
Monday, September 10, 2012
· Vancouver
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Learn about financial planning and budgeting, frauds and scams, financial benefits and how to access them and affordable resources
Friday, September 14, 2012 - Saturday, September 15, 2012
· Vancouver
(All day)
Autism Community Training (ACT) presents: Sibshop Training – Building Community Support for...
Saturday, September 15, 2012
· Victoria
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
One Day is a day to celebrate the diversity in our communities, where citizens can dance together, play together, and eat together.
Saturday, September 15, 2012
· Delta
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Individualized Funding Information for Families and how Effective Advocacy Strengthens Community
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
· Victoria
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Be prepared for your child’s IEP meeting by understanding the Ministry of Education guidelines for an IEP.
Friday, September 21, 2012
· Surrey
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Semiahmoo House Society's 18th Annual Picnic
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
· Vancouver
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Hosted by the BC Coalition of People with Disabilities
Friday, September 28, 2012 - Saturday, September 29, 2012
· Winnipeg
9:00 am - 12:00 am
The Choice Is Ours - A National Conference and Dialogue Co-Hosted by: Canadian Association...
Thursday, October 4, 2012 - Friday, October 5, 2012
· Kelowna
(All day)
BC EmployNet Fall Networking & Training Event Click here for flyer Date: October 4...
2012 Family Focus Conference
Friday, October 19, 2012 - Sunday, October 21, 2012
· Langley
(All day)
2012 Family Focus Conference Life in Abundance - Harvesting the Wisdom of Families Date:...
Friday, November 2, 2012
· Burnaby
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Visit the FSI website at http://www.familysupportbc.com/
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