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Pertinent forum grows from self-advocates’ questions

Committee identifies need for information on employment policy By Lisa Bailey A collaborative forum and an information pamphlet on a pertinent employment policy for people with developmental disabilities were sparked from...

Social enterprise generates interest and excitement

Crew members build on skills and contribute to economy and community By Lisa Bailey PosAbilities' newly launched social enterprise is generating interest in its services and excitement about present and future...

Service celebrates first hire

Skills and interest are pieces of puzzle to gainful employment By Lisa Bailey PosAbilities Employment Service’s team is celebrating the first hiring of a person they support. ...

Love for her son inspires mother’s dogged determination

Decades of advocacy fosters greater understanding and inclusion By Lisa Bailey If actions speak louder than words, then Nina Pickburn’s love for her son is deafening. ...

Shared disposition cements relationship

Program director says peer is ‘like a beacon’ for inclusion By Lisa Bailey A shared disposition to “see the beauty in every opportunity and in every person” forms part of the...

Much more than vegetables grow in community gardens

Can You Dig It’ with posAbilities and its partners By Kristian Partington In one day, a vacant slice of urban land can be transformed into a space for community growth —...

Clerk of 25 years values respect and fairness shown by coworkers

Gael described as reliable and inspirational By Lisa Bailey It happened on April Fools’ Day but it was no joke. [click the title to read...

Volunteer recognized for her service at retirement home

Singing at a local retirement home is the highlight of the week By Ryan Rogers One of the things Charlene looks forward to the most each week is meeting with her...

Man’s joy of singing leads to life-enriching opportunity

Jo Dickey Foundation approves grant for music therapy sessions By Lisa Bailey A chorus of support rings out for Jason as he prepares to start music lessons in May. ...

An Australian connection is made at posAbilities during Autism Awareness Month in B.C.

Empowering new approach to affecting behaviour change makes a difference at Laurel Services By Ryan Rogers Service co-ordinator Sareth Ly from the Laurel Behaviour Support Services at posAbilities has just returned...

Leading by example at North Shore ConneXions Society

'Passionate’ self-advocate Ludo van Pelt shares his wealth of experience By Kristian Partington There are a few things Ludo van Pelt brings with him every day to his job at North...

Relationships lead to many discoveries

Life skills team leader says flexibility and creativity key to work By Lisa Bailey Amy Glass has supported many people to build skills for independence and connect with the community...

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