Dream It! Work for It! Achieve It!
By Darius Orpilla My goal was to lose weight and get healthy. I wanted to be more active and take
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The Kamloops Self Advocate Newsletter October 2026 Edition
October is here, and that means pumpkins, colorful leaves, Halloween decorations, costumes, candy, movies, music, and lots of fun
Giving Back Feels Good
By Crystal Carson Giving back is a big part of my life. I have been doing a fundraising walk for
The Day I Learned to Stand on My Own Two Feet
By: Charmaine Johnson I used to be scared of a lot of things, like going to the doctor or being
I Own My Own Business and I Love It!
By Ross Evans I own my own business. It is called Evan’s Barn Keeping. I am really proud of that.
Four Silver Medals: My Hard Work Paid Off
By: Miranda Orth I reached a goal I am really proud of. At the 2025 Special Olympics BC Summer Games
Leading Together to Connect Our Community
By: Asma Patel I am a leader. Leading has taught me a lot. It has helped me realize that it
Silent Dances
By: Reid Parkes My name is Reid Parkes, and I would like to share my experience of Silent Dances, also
Kayla Creates Magic
By: Kayla McDonald This story is about restarting my videography business, Kayla Creates Media. Before this, my business was called
Finding My Way Forward
By: Jacia Foote My journey of living with autism and ADHD has never been simple, but it has always been