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Michelle goos
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I’m a person with a diverse ability and a mom
And trying and learning from people stories who are disability parents
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disaballiancebc.bsky.social
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/
January 6, 2026 at 9:58 PM
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communitylivingbc.bsky.social
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! ⭐
December 30, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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communitylivingbc.bsky.social
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.

🔗 ow.ly/lLSh50XL3al
Subscribe: ow.ly/NZjA50X9V6a
December 19, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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nidus-resources.bsky.social
🔵 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.
October 14, 2025 at 4:08 PM
orca68.bsky.social
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...
Parenting Experiences Among Adults With Intellectual Disabilities: A Scoping Review
ciic.ok.ubc.ca
September 28, 2025 at 11:44 PM
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disaballiancebc.bsky.social
‼️Webinar happening in 5 minutes on PWD Supplements and Associated Benefits: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: PWD Supplements and Associated Benefits. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
A overview of different PWD supplements and health benefits as well as other supports that may be of interest.
us02web.zoom.us
September 17, 2025 at 8:59 PM
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governmentofbc.bsky.social
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
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.
August 28, 2025 at 11:04 PM
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nidus-resources.bsky.social
🔐 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
August 21, 2025 at 3:59 PM
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nidus-resources.bsky.social
✨ 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
August 19, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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neilsquiresociety.bsky.social
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
Two youths work together on a machine. Text says, "Empower3D: We'll help you develop skills and gain valuable work experience in the manufacturing sectors." Logos note that it is a Neil Squire program funded in part by the Government of Canada's Youth Employment and Skills Strategy.
July 28, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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disaballiancebc.bsky.social
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...

#BC
#accessibility
Accessibility Projects Grants Applications Now Open! | DABC
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August 6, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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disaballiancebc.bsky.social
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
Disability Tax Credit Webinar - Plan Institute
planinstitute.ca
July 24, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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disaballiancebc.bsky.social
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.

#PWD
#DisabilityBenefits
#BC
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July 18, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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disaballiancebc.bsky.social
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...
www.optionsforsexualhealth.org
June 13, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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disaballiancebc.bsky.social
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
#Canada
DABC Community Update: Applications for the Canada Disability Benefit will open on June 20, 2025 | DABC
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June 13, 2025 at 9:27 PM
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RIP The Beach Boys' Brian Wilson at 82 -Scott 💙
The late Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys
June 11, 2025 at 5:27 PM
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selfadvocatenetwork.com
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
Hot Topic: Handling Phone Anxiety During Your Job Search
This week in Hot Topics, we’re talking about phone anxiety. To many people, talking on the phone may seem like no big deal. But for people with social anxiety, it can be terrifying. It's even more stressful when you're calling a potential employer. Question— I have terrible phone call anxiety. Can I still look for a job? Answer— Yes, you can!
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May 15, 2025 at 7:25 PM
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disaballiancebc.bsky.social
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
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May 13, 2025 at 10:47 PM
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nidus-resources.bsky.social
🚨 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 5, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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🌿 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
May 1, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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nidus-resources.bsky.social
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
Green, blue and white poster with the webinar details.
April 28, 2025 at 5:25 PM
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disaballiancebc.bsky.social
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...

#PWD
#PeopleWithDisabilities
#BC
Disability Action of Canada’s ‘Raise the Rates (PWD) Rally & Rave (with DJ)’ | DABC
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April 24, 2025 at 5:25 PM
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nidus-resources.bsky.social
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
Nidus Personal Planning Webinar poster for April 30. Blue, green, white and orange colours.
April 22, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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disaballiancebc.bsky.social
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...

#Disability #DisabilityTaxCredit #PeopleWithDisabilities
Graphic that says "Applications for DABC's Medical Fees Fund are now open!" There is a graphic of a smiling person with long, brown, wavy hair and a yellow shirt with a collar, and a speech bubble stating "People with disabilities shouldn't have to pay money to access social and financial supports. APPLY TODAY!" The DABC logo is in the bottom left corner.
April 17, 2025 at 10:55 PM
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disaballiancebc.bsky.social
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...

#Elxn45
#CdnPoli
#ReadyToVote
Resources for voting in the upcoming federal election | DABC
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April 10, 2025 at 9:49 PM