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New team members work on accessibility for people in B.C.

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Victoria Friday, October 17, 2025 9:00 AM

Five new members have been appointed to British Columbia’s Provincial Accessibility Committee (PAC), reinforcing the Province’s commitment to advancing accessibility and inclusion for all people in British Columbia.

The PAC plays a legislated role in advising government on the development of accessibility standards under the Accessible British Columbia Act, which passed in 2021. The appointments reflect the Province’s dedication to ensuring that people with disabilities, Indigenous communities and other equity-deserving groups are meaningfully represented in shaping a barrier-free B.C.

Following a public call for applications earlier this year, five individuals were selected for their leadership in disability advocacy, Indigenous inclusion, accessibility policy and inclusive systems change:

  • Helaine Boyd, executive director, Disability Alliance BC:
    Boyd brings national and international experience in disability advocacy.
  • Julie Robertson, interim executive director, BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres: Robertson is an Indigenous leader and neurodivergent advocate.
  • Tommy Leung, manager of advocacy and stakeholder operations, CNIB BC-Yukon:
    Leung is an advocate for the blind and has extensive advisory experience.
  • Angela Clancy, executive director, Family Support Institute of BC:
    Clancy is an expert in family support and inclusive systems.
  • Atley Durette, accessibility lead, First Nations Health Authority:
    Durette is an occupational therapist with experience in Indigenous communities and accessibility leadership.

Three members were appointed via ministerial order, effective Sept. 16, 2025. Two additional members will begin their terms on Dec. 3, 2025, replacing outgoing members.

The PAC was established in 2021 to support the implementation of Accessible B.C. Act, with a strong emphasis on lived experience and representation from throughout the province.

Quick Facts:

  • The PAC advises the provincial government about accessibility standards on employment, education, transportation and customer service.
  • PAC members serve two- to three-year terms, five of which will conclude in late 2025.
  • Members may be reappointed once, for a maximum of two consecutive terms.
  • The committee meets at least four times per year and is supported by technical committees with subject-matter expertise.

Learn More:

To learn more about accessibility committees, visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/about-the-bc-government/initiatives/accessibility/committees

To learn more about Accessible British Columbia Act, visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/about-the-bc-government/initiatives/accessibility/legislation

To learn more about UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, visit: https://www.un.org/development/desa/disabilities/convention-on-the-rights-of-persons-with-disabilities.html

To learn more about the accessibility directorate, visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/about-the-bc-government/initiatives/accessibility

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