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Tuesday, April 9, 2013 1:45 PM
The B.C. government continues to move forward on implementing the 12-point plan for improving services for people with developmental disabilities.
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Wednesday, March 27, 2013 10:00 AM
The government of British Columbia has proclaimed March 27, 2013, as Social Enterprise Day to celebrate the growing number of social entrepreneurs and the positive social impact these business leaders are making.
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Tuesday, March 26, 2013 9:55 AM
Development Minister Dr. Moira Stilwell, M.D., had an inspiring discussion with Susan Scott-Parker who is recognized internationally as a leader in helping to bridge the employment gap for people with developmental disabilities.
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Monday, March 11, 2013 9:45 AM
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The B.C. government is marking the third anniversary of Canada's ratification of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities with new funding and initiatives that build on B.C.'s leadership as an inclusive, accessible province, announced Minister of Social Development, Moira Stilwell, M.D.
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Friday, March 1, 2013 10:30 AM
The Ministry of Social Development is simplifying the Persons with Disabilities (PWD) designation process for youth with developmental disabilities who are eligible for disability assistance and Community Living BC (CLBC) supports.
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Wednesday, February 6, 2013 9:00 AM
Government is making changes to ensure people receiving income and disability assistance will be able to purchase their eyeglasses online without being out of pocket.
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Monday, January 14, 2013 9:30 AM
Since the release of the 12-point plan last January, significant progress has been made towards improving services to people with developmental disabilities and their families.
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Monday, December 3, 2012 9:30 AM
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Monday, Dec. 3 is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This year's theme - "removing barriers to create an inclusive and accessible society for all" - is a goal celebrated and shared here in British Columbia.
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Tuesday, October 9, 2012 1:00 PM
Up to 25 students with developmental disabilities will now have the opportunity to attend classes and gain campus experiences at B.C. colleges and universities under a two-year, $400,000 investment with STEPS Forward's BC Initiative for Inclusive Post-Secondary Education, funded by Community Living BC (CLBC).
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Tuesday, July 3, 2012 2:30 PM
After a re-examination of current resources and demand, Social Development Minister Stephanie Cadieux announced that government is restoring a number of medically necessary medical equipment and supplies for clients on income and disability assistance.
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