January 2024

Govt of Canada News was Announced in January 2024

Government of Canada announces the Inclusive Workplaces campaign to encourage employers to hire persons with disabilities

PRESS RELEASE: Parliamentary Committee Recommends an Indefinite Delay to MAiD for Mental Illness; Inclusion Canada Wants the Sunset Clause Repealed Altogether

PRESS RELEASE: INCLUSION CANADA DEMANDS JUSTICE IN LIGHT OF INADEQUATE SENTENCING IN BRENT GABONA CASE

Abbotsford Recreation Centre receives funding to improve air quality and accessibility

Govt of BC News was Announced in January 2024

More than 40 new rental homes available for Osoyoos residents

Homeowner grant provides property tax relief for people in B.C.

Stories January 2024

Bryce Schaufelberger did a Story on

What is making housing options so horrible for people with disabilities in BC?

What is making housing options so horrible for people with disabilities in BC?

 February 2024

From Inclusion Canada

ORGANIZATIONS CALL FOR SWIFT PASSAGE OF BILL C-62 WITH ONE KEY AMENDMENT: FULL REPEAL OF THE “SUNSET CLAUSE

Then Inclusion BC Interpretation on BC Govt Budget came out in February

Inclusion BC Interpretation of the Provincial Budget Alert 2024

Then this in February 2024

Disability Day of Mourning March 1st 2024

Govt of Canada News was Announced in Feb 2024

Statement from Chief Accessibility Officer Stephanie Cadieux on release of first report on accessibility in Canada

Housing Announcement by Govt of Canada in Feb 2024

Affordable, sustainable homes coming for Vancouver

Then Minister Qualtrough did announced funding that removes barriers and also increased participation

Minister Qualtrough announces funding to remove barriers and increase sport participation

BC Govt News Announced in Feb 2024

BC Govt Announced more wheelchair accessible taxes 

More wheelchair-accessible taxis will help people connect with communities

Accessibility Standard Canada announced and selected as a national capital region top employer for 2024

Accessibility Standards Canada selected as a National Capital Region’s Top Employer for 2024

Then Minister Hussen announced funding for international youth internships

Minister Hussen announces funding for international youth internships

Then Self Advocatenet did a page on Black History Month which is in Feb every year.

Black History Month February 2024

Stories Feb 2024

An Employment Success Story By: Raymond Vannatter

March 2024

Govt of Canada news was Announced in March 2024

In March 2024 Govt of Canada Announced Minimum Wage Increase

Federal minimum wage rising to $17.30 per hour on April 1

Govt of Canada Announced in March Also to

improve air passengers with disabilities held a National Air Accessibility Summit

Improving services for air passengers with disabilities: Transport Canada and Employment and Social Development Canada to hold National Air Accessibility Summit

 BC Govt news was Announced in March 2024

Govt of BC announced in March 2024  was new 870 homes coming to Vancouver Island

Nearly 870 new homes coming to Vancouver Island

Another BC Govt Announcement 2,000 new homes coming for people in BC

Nearly 2,000 new homes coming for people in B.C.

BC Govt in March 2024 Announced new affordable housing that opened up in Vancouver 

New affordable, accessible homes open in Vancouver

In March 2024 govt Announced Minimum wage increase to 17,40 on June 1^st,2024

Minimum wage increases to $17.40 an hour on June 1

Disability Alliance BC did a Statement Regarding

Bill 7 on Social Development and Poverty Reduction States Amendment Act 2024

DABC Statement on Bill 7 – Social Development and Poverty Reduction States Amendment Act, 2024.

In March 2024 Global BC interviewed people that rallying for more accessibility for Vancouverites with disabilities

Needs not being met ‘: Rally held in downtown Vancouver for accessibility issues

CLBC News update in March 2024

CLBC Update for Individuals & Families – March 12, 2024 Edition

 Kristian Shaw

The Kamloops Self Advocate Newsletter March 2024

April 2024

BC Govt Announcements in April 2024

Affordable, accessible homes coming for seniors in Elkford

BC GOVT TAKES ACTION ON IMPROVING LITERACY FOR STUDENTS

B.C. takes action to improve literacy for students

BC Govt Announced more support for BC students with diverse needs

More support coming for B.C. students with diverse needs

Inclusion Canada announced a statement from National Disability Networks their response to Budget 2024

Joint Statement from National Disability Network’s Response to Budget 2024

Story April 2024

Maria tells story a success story about cooking

MY IS MARIA AND I’D LIKE TO SHARE A SUCCESS STORY ABOUT COOKING.

Inclusion Canada News 2024

Inclusion Canada review on Federal budget major shortfall Canada Disability Benefit Funds and Eligibility

PRESS RELEASE: Budget 2024 Disappoints – Major Shortfalls in Canada Disability Benefit Funding & Eligibility

CLBC April 2024 Edition for Individuals and Families

April 2024 Edition of CLBC’s Update for Individuals and Families.

CLBC Announced 2024 board was looking for 4 New Members

CLBC Board is looking for 4 new Members

Krystian Shaw April 2024 SA Newsletter

The Kamloops Self Advocate Newsletter April 2024

May 2024

BC Govt News in May 2024

BC Govt Announced BC Accessibility Act want your feedback May 31^st to July 31^st,2024

BC Govt Announced on BC Accessibility Act asking for your feedback May 31st to July 31st,2024

BC Govt Announced in late may Minimum Wage Increase that was in June 2024

B.C. minimum wage increases June 1

BC Govt May 2024 announced

New homes for families’ individuals in Fernie

New affordable homes open for families, individuals in Fernie

CLBC News May 2024

CLBC Announced the Board chair will champion Lived experience

New Community Living BC board chair will champion lived experience

CLBC May 2024 Edition for Individuals and Families

Then in May 2024 National Accessibility Week that was May 27^th to May 3st,2024

National Accessibility Week

Govt of Canada News May 2024

Statement from CAO Stephanie Cadieux first ever National Air Accessibility Summit

Statement from Chief Accessibility Officer Stephanie Cadieux on first-ever National Air Accessibility Summit

Ministers hosted a National Air Accessibility Summit

Ministers Rodriguez and Khera hosted a National Air Accessibility Summit

The Govt of Canada Announced in May 2024 launched call for proposals to increase production

of alternate format material for persons with print disabilities

Government of Canada launches new call for proposals to increase the production of alternate format materials for persons with print disabilities

San Stories May 2024

The Importance of Self-Employment

Margaux Wosk

The Importance of Self-Employment

 Also, we Celebrated our Mother’s in May on Mother’s Day 2024

Happy Mother’s Day 2024

Krystian Shaw May 2024 SA Newsletter

The Kamloops Self Advocate Newsletter May 2024

In May 2024 had emergency preparedness week May 5^th to May 2024

Emergency Preparedness Week May 5th to May 11,2024

 June 2024

Govt of Canada Announced in June 2024

Canadian were invited to comment on proposed regulations for the Canada Disability Benefit

Canadians invited to comment on proposed regulations for the Canada Disability Benefit

Govt of Canada in June 2024 Announced Adults who have a valid Disability Tax Credit

Certificate children under 18 can now be eligible to apply to Canadian Dental Plan

Adults with a valid Disability Tax Credit certificate and children under 18 are now eligible to apply to the Canadian Dental Care Plan

Federal Govt Announced also in June 2024 new generation of co-op housing

Federal government launches new $1.5 billion program to build a new generation of co‑op housing

In June 2024 Indigenous History Month

National Indigenous History Month of June 2024

CLBC News June 2024

CLBC Summer 2024 Edition Celebrate Diverse Abilities Magazine came out in June 2024

Summer 2024 Edition of CLBC’s “Celebrate Diverse ABILITIES” magazine

BC Govt News in June 2024

BC Govt Announced a new neighborhood playground with accessible features

Been open since June 2024 at Philip Brethour Park

New neighbourhood playground with accessible features now opened up at Philip Brethour Park

BC Govt announced in June 2024

New accessible school playground will be open for students

New, accessible school playgrounds open for students

 San stories June 2024

Outsider Artist Advocacy and Self-Employment Goals

By: Karen Colville

Finding My Voice

By: Luke Verhoeff

My Jobs

By: David Mann

Happy Life

By Cathy Hogewoning

July 2024

BC Govt News July 2024

BC Govt Announced that Covid 19 emergency ends new vaccine registry that keep you safe

COVID-19 public-health emergency ends, new vaccine registry will keep people safe

BC Govt Announced in July 2024 released Report on BC Poverty Reduction Strategy

Release of B.C.’s 2024 Poverty Reduction Strategy

Govt of Canada News in July 2024

Govt of Canada Announced in July 2024 Youth Employment and Skills Strategy Program update

Youth Employment and Skills Strategy Program

Govt of Canada Announced also in July 2024 Launched the Employment Strategy for People with Disabilities

Government of Canada launches the Employment Strategy for Canadians with Disabilities

 San Stories in July 2024

My Story

By: Joshua Delos Reyes

My Route to Success

Story By Nokomis (Nikki) Isaac

Temporary Employment

By: Daniel Lopez

Grocery Shopping Through Self-Advocacy

By Codi Melnyk

My First Conference

By Reid Parkes

An Accessible and Inclusive Pier

By Susan Bains

Krystian Shaw Self Advocate Newsletter July 2024

The Kamloops Self Advocate Newsletter July, 2024

In July was Disability Pride Month 2024

July is Disability Pride Month

August 2024

San Stories August 2024

 My Story

By: Natalie Raven

Our Trip to Ireland

By: Ross William Evans

This is Me

By: Divian Reddy Kristina

The BC Govt News August 2024

BC Govt Announced IN August 2024 was rent increase for 2025 be tied to inflation

Annual rent increase for 2025 will be tied to inflation

BC Govt Announced in August 2024 New homes for women, children were open in Courtney

New homes for women, children open in Courtenay

BC Govt Announced in August 2024 where new low mobility trails were unveiled at Pioneer Park

New low mobility trails unveiled at Pioneer Park

BC Govt Announced in August a new supportive homes complex care space that be in Prince George

New supportive homes, complex-care spaces coming to Prince George

Govt of Canada News August 2024

Govt of Canada did announce from Chief Accessibility Officer Stephanie Cadieux

about the progress since National Air Accessibility Summit

Statement from Chief Accessibility Officer Stephanie Cadieux on progress since the National Air Accessibility Summit

Govt of Canada announced in August 2024

Did invest in recruiting and retaining to train apprentices in skilled trade

Government of Canada invests to recruit, retain and train more apprentices in skilled trades

Then in August 2024 Govt of Canada

launch CRTC consultations to ensure programming is accessible to all Canadians

CRTC launches consultations to ensure programming is accessible to all Canadians

September 2024

Disability rights coalition did challenge discriminatory sections of Canada’s Maid Law in court

Disability Rights Coalition Challenges Discriminatory Sections of Canada’s Assisted Dying Law in Court

San Stories for September 2024

Beautiful Awakening Video

By Laura

Eliza’s Yarned Goods

By: Eliza Lee

Self-Advocacy and My YouTube Channel

By: Daniel Lopez

Event September 2024 was National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Sept 30th,2024

BC Govt News September 2024

The BC Govt Announced that provincial govt will exempt Canada disability benefits will be able keep

Provincial exemption means people in B.C. will keep full Canada Disability Benefit

CLBC News in September 2024

CLBC Announced a new partnership that expand housing choices for those with Developmental Disabilities

New partnership expands housing choice for those with developmental disabilities

CLBC update September 2024

CLBC Update for Individuals & Families – September 6, 2024 Edition

October 2024

San Story October 2024

My Self-Care Story

By: Kailey Pothier

Story of My Life

By: Ashif Khan

Standing Up for Those With A Disability

By: Louise Dullaard

SAN Coverage of Community Inclusion Month 2024 that was in October 2024

Community Inclusion Month 2024

November 2024

Inclusion Canada and inclusion Sask in November 2024 press Release came together on

Outrage at govt of Sask that did announced expansion of Segregated classrooms

PRESS RELEASE: INCLUSION SASKATCHEWAN AND INCLUSION CANADA OUTRAGED

AT GOVERNMENT OF SASKATCHEWAN’S ANNOUNCED EXPANSION OF SEGREGATED CLASSROOMS

San Stories November 2024

What Self-Advocacy Taught Me

by Alecia Emery

Special Olympics

By: Shannon Lebrun

CLBC News November 2024

CLBC UPDATE

CLBC’s Update for Individuals and Families. November 2024

San Recap of 23^rd Annual Self Advocacy Leadership Institute November 2024 at Camp Luther in Mission BC

Selfadvocatenet.com Recap of the 23rd Annual Self Advocacy Leadership Institute 2024 at Camp Luther in Mission B.C.

Event Nov 2024

Movember and International Men’s Day Nov 19th,2004

Govt of Canada Announced in Nov 2024 did invest in guide service dogs breeding

and training facility to support Canadians with disabilities

Government of Canada invests in guide and service dog breeding and training facility to support Canadians with disabilities

December 2024

Govt of Canada Announced Fall Economic Update Reducing Everyday costs and Raising Wages

2024 Fall Economic Statement Reducing Everyday Costs and Raising Wages

Inclusion Canada News December 2024

Press release fall economic statement missed mark ignore urgent needs of People with Disabilities

PRESS RELEASE: FALL ECONOMIC STATEMENT MISSES THE MARK: POLITICAL UPHEAVAL

AND NEW SPENDING IGNORE URGENT NEEDS OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

Inclusion Canada published Dec 6^th overlooked again about the $ 250 dollar rebate says Disability Policy in Canada

Hill Times – Opinion – Published December 6, 2024 Overlooked Again: What the $250 Rebate Says About Disability Policy in Canada

CLBC News December 2024

December 2024 Edition of CLBC’s Update for Individuals and Families

CLBC Update December 2024

Celebrating the progress of CLBC year two strategic plans

Celebrating progress: CLBC’s year two strategic plan updates

Govt of BC News December 2024

Govt of BC Announced December 2024 provincial assistance payments that supports people despite Canada Post Strike backlog

Provincial assistance payments support people despite strike backlog

Govt of BC Announced December 2024 more accessible taxis

More accessible taxis will help people stay connected

December 2024 Event

San Human Rights Day

Human Rights Day Dec 10th,2024

Ombudsperson of BC December 2024 News

Ombudsperson investigating province’s distribution of assistance cheques to most vulnerable British Columbians during Canada Post strike

San Coverage Dec 2024 Christmas Page 2024

SelfAdvocatenet.com Christmas Page 2024