BEGIN:VCALENDAR PRODID:-//Community Living British Columbia//NONSGML v1.0//EN VERSION:2.0 CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Community Living British Columbia X-ORIGINAL-URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Community Living British Columbia BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120502T183000 DTEND:20120503T213000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120502T234018 LAST-MODIFIED:20120502T234018 UID:8299@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Families helping Families (Hosted by the Vancouver Community Council) DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver Community Council invites you to: Join a free, interactive discussion about post-secondary programs for students supported by Community Living BC. Presenters include Capilano University, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Douglas College and Vancouver Community College. DATE: May 2, 2012 TIME: 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. PLACE: Oakridge Seniors Centre, 630 West 41st Avenue (Oakridge Mall next to Oakridge Auditorium), Vancouver, B.C. Refreshments will be provided. For more information or to RSVP by April 25, 2012, please call the Community Living BC office at 604 660-3323 We look forward to seeing you! LOCATION:630 West 41st Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/families-helping-families-hosted-by-the-vancouver-community-council/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120515T190000 DTEND:20120515T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120426T065756 LAST-MODIFIED:20120426T065902 UID:8086@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Customized Employment Demonstration Project Report Out to Community (Victoria) DESCRIPTION:This is an opportunity to learn about the Customized Employment Demonstration Project, a 4 year partnership between the Ministry of Social Development and Community Living BC. The Project explored the tool of Customized Employment and demonstrated its success in assisting individuals with development disabilities get work in their communities. These sessions are open to anyone that is interested in learning about employment services for individuals that have barriers to finding employment. WHEN: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm WHERE: Esquimalt’s Archie Browning Sports Centre 1151 Esquimalt Rd., Victoria, BC Upstairs Lounge PLEASE RSVP BY FRIDAY, MAY 11th, 2012 TO: Della Gwin 250 952-4203 Della.Gwin@gov.bc.ca LOCATION:1151 Esquimalt Rd. URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/customized-employment-demonstration-project-report-out-to-community-victoria/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120509T190000 DTEND:20120509T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120426T065542 LAST-MODIFIED:20120426T065542 UID:8085@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Customized Employment Demonstration Project Report Out to Community (Vernon) DESCRIPTION:This is a great opportunity to learn about the Customized Employment Demonstration Project, a four year partnership between the Ministry of Social Development and Community Living BC. The Project explored the tool of Customized Employment and demonstrated its success in assisting individuals with development disabilities get work in their communities. These sessions are open to anyone interested in learning about employment services for individuals who have barriers in finding employment. WHEN: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012 TIME: 7:00pm to 8:30 pm WHERE: The Schubert Centre 3505 . 30th Avenue, Vernon RSVP: Email Wendy.Phillips@gov.bc.ca or phone 250-549-5490. LOCATION:3505 . 30th Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/customized-employment-demonstration-project-report-out-to-community-vernon/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120510T190000 DTEND:20120510T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120426T065306 LAST-MODIFIED:20120426T065306 UID:8084@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Customized Employment Demonstration Project Report Out to Community (Prince George) DESCRIPTION:This is an opportunity to learn about the Customized Employment Demonstration Project, a 4 year partnership between the Ministry of Social Development and Community Living BC. The Project explored the tool of Customized Employment and demonstrated its success in assisting individuals with development disabilities get work in their communities. These sessions are open to anyone that is interested in learning about employment services for individuals that have barriers to finding employment. WHEN: Thursday May 10, 2012 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm WHERE: Board Rooms B/C 750 Kerry Street (AiMHi building), Prince George, BC Light refreshments will be served. PLEASE RSVP TO: Ann Lewis, Supervisor Administrative Services Community Living BC Telephone: 250 565-6085 Email: Ann.Lewis@gov.bc.ca   LOCATION:750 Kerry Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/customized-employment-demonstration-project-report-out-to-community-prince-george/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120514T190000 DTEND:20120514T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120426T065017 LAST-MODIFIED:20120426T065049 UID:8083@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Customized Employment Demonstration Project Report Out to Community (Nanaimo) DESCRIPTION:This is an opportunity to learn about the Customized Employment Demonstration Project, a 4 year partnership between the Ministry of Social Development and Community Living BC. The Project explored the tool of Customized Employment and demonstrated its success in assisting individuals with development disabilities get work in their communities. These sessions are open to anyone that is interested in learning about employment services for individuals that have barriers to finding employment. WHEN: May 14, 2012 at 7:00pm to 8:30pm WHERE: 6531 Metral Drive, Nanaimo BC V9T 2L9 PLEASE RSVP TO: Sheila.Justus@gov.bc.ca  250.390.7200 LOCATION:6531 Metral Drive URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/customized-employment-demonstration-project-report-out-to-community-nanaimo/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120528T190000 DTEND:20120528T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120426T064728 LAST-MODIFIED:20120426T064728 UID:8082@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY: Customized Employment Demonstration Project Report Out to Community (Abbotsford) DESCRIPTION:This is an opportunity to learn about the Customized Employment Demonstration Project, a 4 year partnership between the Ministry of Social Development and Community Living BC. The Project explored the tool of Customized Employment and demonstrated its success in assisting individuals with development disabilities get work in their communities. These sessions are open to anyone that is interested in learning about employment services for individuals that have barriers to finding employment. WHEN:   May 28, 2012 (7pm – 8:30pm) WHERE:  Garden Park Towers, #101 – 2825 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford, BC  V2T 6S3 PLEASE RSVP TO: Email: terry.gill@gov.bc.ca Phone: (604) 870-5800 LOCATION:#101 – 2825 Clearbrook Rd. URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/customized-employment-demonstration-project-report-out-to-community-abbotsford/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120529T190000 DTEND:20120529T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120426T064430 LAST-MODIFIED:20120426T064430 UID:8081@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Customized Employment Demonstration Project Report Out to Community (Burnaby) DESCRIPTION:This is an opportunity to learn about the Customized Employment Demonstration Project, a 4 year partnership between the Ministry of Social Development and Community Living BC. The Project explored the tool of Customized Employment and demonstrated its success in assisting individuals with development disabilities get work in their communities. These sessions are open to anyone that is interested in learning about employment services for individuals that have barriers to finding employment. WHEN: Tuesday, May 29th 7pm-9pm WHERE: Scandinavian Centre, 6540 Thomas Street, Burnaby PLEASE RSVP TO: Janet.Derouin@gov.bc.ca 604-660-8124 LOCATION:6540 Thomas Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/customized-employment-demonstration-project-report-out-to-community-burnaby/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120530 DTEND:20120603 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120425T191553 LAST-MODIFIED:20120425T191553 UID:8078@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:BCACL Conference 2012: Moving Forward: Steadfast and Strong (Penticton) DESCRIPTION:BCACL will host its 2012 conference, "Moving Forward: Steadfast and Strong" in Penticton, British Columbia from May 30 - June 2, 2012.  For full information on the event, including all of the registration details, please visit: www.bcacl.org/conference-2012 You can also click here to download the Conference Program. LOCATION:273 Power Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/bcacl-conference-2012-moving-forward-steadfast-and-strong-penticton/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120503T183000 DTEND:20120503T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120413T203804 LAST-MODIFIED:20120413T203804 UID:8031@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Learn More About Individualized Funding (IF) - (Richmond) DESCRIPTION:Join this Family Panel discussing their use and success with CLBC Individualized Funding. Date: Thursday, May 3, 2012 Time: 6:30pm to 8:30pm Venue: Minoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru Gate, Richmond ("Seniors Centre", Room M1) Please RSVP to Michele Frewin at (604) 660-2100 Space is limited. Presented by: The Richmond Community Council and Richmond Centre for Disability LOCATION:7660 Minoru Gate URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/learn-more-about-individualized-funding-if-richmond/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120418T170000 DTEND:20120418T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120402T225818 LAST-MODIFIED:20120402T225818 UID:8011@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Quality of Life: Learning from Families Series (Courtenay) DESCRIPTION:Join us in a conversation on how to improve the quality of life of your loved ones who are living with a developmental disability. Learn about the Quality of Life framework and Community Living BC’s multi-year implementation plan. Give feedback on how the sector can begin to take full advantage of this framework, and improve the lives of the people you love. Date: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 Time: 5:00-6:00pm—Dinner 6:00-9:00pm—Discussion Venue: The Westerly Hotel, 1590 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay, BC Please RSVP to kdbellis@shaw.ca or call 250.941.4447. LOCATION:1590 Cliffe Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/quality-of-life-learning-from-families-series-courtenay/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120502T183000 DTEND:20120502T213000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120402T225208 LAST-MODIFIED:20120402T225208 UID:8010@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Families helping families (presented by Vancouver Community Council) DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver Community Council invites you to join a free, interactive discussion about post-secondary programs for students supported by Community Living BC. Presenters include Capilano University, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Douglas College and Vancouver Community College. DATE: May 2, 2012 TIME: 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. PLACE: Oakridge Seniors Centre, 630 West 41st Avenue (Oakridge Mall next to Oakridge Auditorium), Vancouver, BC Refreshments will be provided. For more information or to RSVP by April 25, 2012, please call the Community Living BC office at 604-660-3323. We look forward to seeing you. LOCATION:630 West 41st Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/families-helping-families-presented-by-vancouver-community-council/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120524T190000 DTEND:20120524T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120327T221341 LAST-MODIFIED:20120327T221341 UID:7974@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Folk Fest (Surrey) DESCRIPTION:A day of great Folk music at The Fresh Cup Cafe. The presentation will be in a cabaret style theatre format dressed to look like The Fresh Cup Café where guests will be served specialty coffees and other beverages similar to the days of neighbourhood coffee houses where people such as Joan Baez, The Kingston Trio and Peter Paul and Mary hung out. Please be advised that if you wish to see this show, there is a very limited seating capacity of 100 seats so get your tickets reserved soon as it will sell out very quickly. The ticket price includes the show and the coffee house refreshments. Date: May 24, 2012 Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm (doors open at 6:30pm) Tickets: $20 Venue: Millenium Hall, 12996 60th Avenue, Surrey, BC For more information, please call 604-592-5599 LOCATION:12996 60th Ave URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/folk-fest-surrey/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120320 DTEND:20120322 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120321T182726 LAST-MODIFIED:20120321T184328 UID:7932@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:The Down Syndrome Sky Walk (Lower Mainland) DESCRIPTION:This March, in celebration of World Down Syndrome Day, one devoted father will undertake a challenging 167km hike from Pitt Meadows to Whistler, in support of his daughter Rebecca and other families facing the lifetime journey of Down syndrome. All proceeds of the Down Syndrome Sky Walk will go to support the work of the Down Syndrome Research Foundation and the Lower Mainland Down Syndrome Society. To learn more, please click here to download the flyer OR please visit the Down Syndrome Reseach Foundation's website at www.dsrf.org. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/the-down-syndrome-sky-walk-lower-mainland/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120421T120000 DTEND:20120421T150000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120321T173314 LAST-MODIFIED:20120321T173314 UID:7931@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Third Annual Community Resources Awareness Day (Duncan) DESCRIPTION:Duncan’s Third Annual Community Resources Awareness Day Saturday, April 21st Island Savings Centre, Multi-Purpose Room 12:00 p.m. — 3 p.m. This event will feature representatives from: Disability Services Family & Youth Services Senior Services Government Services Multiculturalism Services Employment & Training Services For more information, please contact Dan Vaillancourt at (250)732-4502 or dan@familycaregiverssupport.org. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/third-annual-community-resources-awareness-day-duncan/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120401T130000 DTEND:20120401T150000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120320T182743 LAST-MODIFIED:20120320T191350 UID:7928@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:South Vancouver Island Regional Homeshare Providers Association Meeting (Victoria) DESCRIPTION:DATE: APRIL 1, 2012 TIME: 1:00 P.M.  - 3:00 P.M. VENUE: Seven Oaks Tertiary Care Facility, 4575 Blenkinsop Road, Victoria Come join us and be part of creating an association that truly reflects what we do! RSVP: Bev Bradley (250) 380-6448 or Frankie Best (fbest@shaw.ca) FOR INFORMATION: Facebook – Home Share Providers Support Group LOCATION:4575 Blenkinsop Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/south-vancouver-island-regional-homeshare-providers-association-meeting-victoria/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120421 DTEND:20120422 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120320T180505 LAST-MODIFIED:20120320T180847 UID:7927@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Leaving High School: Whats Next? A Transition Fair for Parents of Students with Developmental Disabilities (Richmond) DESCRIPTION:Saturday, April 21, 2012 from10:00AM -2:00PM South Arm Community Hall, 9020 Williams Road (beige building by tennis courts at Garden City & Williams) Sponsored by: Richmond School District, Richmond Society for Community Living, Community Living BC, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Ministry for Children and Family Development, Health Services for Community Living, Back-in-Motion Rehab For further information contact: Kathy Champion, Director of Instruction, Learning Services, phone 604-295-6412, e-mail kchampion@sd38.bc.ca.   LOCATION:9020 Williams Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/leaving-high-school-whats-next-a-transition-fair-for-parents-of-students-with-developmental-disabilities-richmond/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120410T190000 DTEND:20120410T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120320T173935 LAST-MODIFIED:20120320T173935 UID:7926@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:13th Annual Transition Planning Fair (North Vancouver) DESCRIPTION:Young people with special needs ages 15 to 24, their families, caregivers and support workers, if you have questions about post secondary options and adult services, this Fair is for you! When: Tuesday, April 10, 2012 Where: William E. Lucas Continuing Education Centre, 2132 Hamilton Avenue, North Vancouver Time: 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.   LOCATION:2132 Hamilton Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/13th-annual-transition-planning-fair-north-vancouver/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120314T160000 DTEND:20120314T180000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120313T215015 LAST-MODIFIED:20120313T215015 UID:7893@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Simon Fraser Community Council Housing Workshop (New Westminster) DESCRIPTION:The Simon Fraser Community Council Presents a... Housing Workshop -Wednesday March 14, 2012; 4pm-6pm Inn at the Quay, New Westminster, 900 Quayside Drive Presenters include: Linda Perry, Executive Director, VELA Maria Quine, Mortgage Specialist, Vancity Larry Greco, Soheila Ghodsieh, Riia Talve and Sandra Stenning, BC Housing Partnership Andrea Baker and Reta Derouin on Home sharing Self-advocates/family panel This workshop is for you if you are a: Self-advocate interested in the housing topic Family member or caregiver Organization or community resource Please RSVP to Frances Wei by March 9 at Frances.Wei@gov.bc.ca LOCATION:900 Quayside Drive URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/simon-fraser-community-council-housing-workshop-new-westminster/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120328T093000 DTEND:20120328T143000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120313T214627 LAST-MODIFIED:20120313T214627 UID:7891@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Reach For It! The 2nd Annual Fraser Region Self-Advocates Conference (Burnaby) DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to attend... Reach For It! The 2nd Annual Fraser Region Self-Advocates Conference Wednesday, March 28th 9:30am-2:30pm Shadbolt Centre, Burnaby Tickets are $5 including lunch! Come make new friends, win some prizes & share your voice! Topics include employment & transportation. Contact Peggy for a Registration package @ 604.933.2000 by March 16th This conference is organized by self-advocates for self-advocates. With thanks to our organizing committee and the CLBC Fraser Region. For more information, please click here to download the flyer. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/reach-for-it-the-2nd-annual-fraser-region-self-advocates-conference-burnaby/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120310T130000 DTEND:20120310T170000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120228T183754 LAST-MODIFIED:20120228T183754 UID:7677@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:The Art of Being Together (Burnaby) DESCRIPTION:L’Arche Greater Vancouver is pleased to hold its third annual “The Art of Being Together”, an art exhibit and silent auction. This event will feature works of art by some of Vancouver’s emerging and leading artists along with inspiring pieces created by teams of people with and without developmental disabilities. Selected artwork will be available for purchase. Everyone attending the event will be invited to participate in creating a collaborative piece of art guided by local artist Jane Appleby. For more information, please contact Caitlin Toews at 604-435-9544 or by e-mail at development_assistant@larchevancouver.org. You can also learn more and view artist profiles at www.facebook.com/taobt. LOCATION:6688 Southoaks Crescent URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/the-art-of-being-together-burnaby/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120326T160000 DTEND:20120326T193000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120228T183123 LAST-MODIFIED:20120228T183155 UID:7675@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Community Living Resource Fair (Victoria) DESCRIPTION:Would you like to know more about the services that are available for youth with a developmental disability as they transition out of high school? This Resource Fair gives you an opportunity to discover more about: The choices that are available to you and your family Options for recreation Transition planning for individuals entering into the adult service world To learn more, please click here to see the event flyer. LOCATION:957 Burnside Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/community-living-resource-fair-victoria/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120307T100000 DTEND:20120307T143000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120228T181839 LAST-MODIFIED:20120228T181839 UID:7673@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Mewsic Moves presents Rock Band and Glee Choir (Coquitlam) DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to offer two new fun and exciting programs to community members with various developmental abilities. Both programs are 12 weeks in length and designed for young adults (19-30 years of age). Please choose one of these fun programs: Rock Band (Maximum 6 participants) Do you have a basic knowledge of music? Unlike Wii Rock Band, participants collaborate using real instruments, record and write original songs. Starting Wednesday March 7,2012, 10:00am-11:30pm cost: $240 Glee Choir (Maximum 15 participants) Do you love to sing and participate in music? This program will be a collaborative group process where participants get to choose popular songs together to learn and perform. This choir program includes some basic choreography which participants will perform while singing their song choices. Starting Wednesday March 7, 2012, 1:00pm-2:30pm cost: $180 For more information, please click here to download the flyer. LOCATION:Schoolhouse and Lougheed URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/mewsic-moves-presents-rock-band-and-glee-choir-coquitlam/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120513 DTEND:20120516 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120210T195108 LAST-MODIFIED:20120210T195108 UID:7569@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Prince George Self-Advocate's Conference DESCRIPTION:Prince George Self Advocates Caucus is hosting a conference on May 13, 14 & 15, 2012. Some of the workshops that will be offered: Laughing Yoga, Employment, Taekwondo Demonstration, Expressive Music, Toast Master, Your Rights, The World Café, 5 Big Decisions. Sunday, May 13: Meet and Greet Monday, May 14: Workshops, Lunch, Dinner and Dance Tuesday, May 15: Workshops, Lunch and Closing Plenary At AiMHi, 950 Kerry St., Prince George, BC, V2M 5A3 www.aimhi.ca princegeorgecaucus@hotmail.com 250-564-6408 ext 224 Click here to download the Registration Form. LOCATION:950 Kerry Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/prince-george-self-advocates-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120209T123000 DTEND:20120209T140000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120209T225752 LAST-MODIFIED:20120209T225914 UID:7567@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:YMCA - Friends, Fitness and Fun (Vancouver) DESCRIPTION:YMCA Friends, Fitness and Fun is a program for young adults with special abilities. Join us for games, adaptive sports and fitness, dancing, arts and crafts and a weekly healthy snack! Register for the Winter 2012 session: Thursdays 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm February 9th – April 12th 2012 $120 per session $100 for YMCA members For more information: 604-326-3293 www.LangaraYMCA.ca LOCATION:282 West 49th Ave URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/ymca-friends-fitness-and-fun-vancouver/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120215T190000 DTEND:20120215T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120130T191846 LAST-MODIFIED:20120130T191846 UID:7522@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Co-Ed Social Drop-in Nights (Port Coquitlam) DESCRIPTION:Games, movies, music, art in asafe, coed environment. For more information, please e-mail frcdistrict43@gmail.com or click here to download the flyer. This event will take place on the third Wednesday of every month. LOCATION:#116 – 1390 Laurier Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/co-ed-social-drop-in-nights-port-coquitlam/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120204T093000 DTEND:20120204T170000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120130T190733 LAST-MODIFIED:20120130T190733 UID:7520@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Beyond Graduation (Vernon) DESCRIPTION:Thinking About the Future Strategies for Achieving Employment, Independence, and Community after High School. An interactive workshop designed for both a student with a disability and his or her family to begin planning for a good life. With special guest, Nancy Ford, Director of Learning and Family Development for PLAN Institute. Nancy has been involved with the development of many of their programs over the past 15 years. A parent of a son with a disability, she knows firsthand the challenges and successes families experience. For more information, please click here to download the flyer. LOCATION:3402 – 27th Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/beyond-graduation-vernon/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120226T120000 DTEND:20120226T170000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120130T190305 LAST-MODIFIED:20120130T190921 UID:7518@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Transition Fair 2012 (Vancouver) DESCRIPTION:This transition fair will showcase programs, resources and supports to facilitate the transition of youth with special needs from high school towards post-secondary, volunteer and employment opportunities. The event is free to attend. To learn more, please click here to download the flyer. LOCATION:950 West 41st Ave. URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/transition-fair-2012-vancouver/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120327 DTEND:20120329 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120130T185239 LAST-MODIFIED:20120130T185826 UID:7514@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Aging and Quality of Life for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities - 2012 Conference (Prince George) DESCRIPTION:To learn more about this conference, please click here to download the conference flyer. To read about guest speakers at the conference, please click here. To download the registration form, please click here. (Deadline for early bird registration is January 31, 2012) LOCATION:2658 S. Ospika Blvd URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/aging-and-quality-of-life-for-adults-with-intellectual-and-developmental-disabilities-2012-conference-prince-george/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120201 DTEND:20120203 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120130T184456 LAST-MODIFIED:20120130T184511 UID:7512@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Denise Bisonette Workshops (Nanaimo) DESCRIPTION:Beyond Traditional Job Development offers a practical, innovative and proactive approach to job development that challenges the job developer to look beyond traditional methods for achieving placement results. Rekindle the Flame enjoins each of us to find, in our work, an expression of our own gifts, our own purpose, and our own joy – all in the context of our common vocation in the “helping professions”. To learn more, and to download the registration form, please click here. LOCATION:2300 Bowen Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/denise-bisonette-workshops-nanaimo/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120128T093000 DTEND:20120128T123000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120118T231129 LAST-MODIFIED:20120118T231129 UID:7448@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:How to Complete a Representation Agreement (Delta) DESCRIPTION:What is a Representation Agreement? A Representation Agreement is a legal document available to adults in British Columbia for personal planning. It allows you to authorize one or more personal supporters to be your representative to help you manage your affairs and, if necessary, to make decisions on your behalf in case of illness, injury, or disability. A Representation Agreement is the only way you can appoint someone to assist you or to act on your behalf for health care and personal care matters. It can also cover routine financial affairs. The purposes of the Representation Agreement Act are to: Provide a legal alternative to adult guardianship for adults who need help today Enable planning for the future. Sessions content: All the material you need to create a Representation can be found at the Nidus website www.nidus.ca. The purpose of these sessions is to support you to create a representation agreement using the Nidus materials. Time and Dates: North Delta: Saturday 21st January 2012 9:30AM – 12:30PM Delta Community Living Society, Scott Road Connections, 105 - 7953 120th Street, North Delta, V4C 6P6 OR South Delta: Saturday 28th January 2012 9:30AM – 12:30PM Delta Community Living Society, Resource Centre, 1 - 3800 72nd Street, Delta, V4K 3N2 $10 for registration ***Spaces are limited so book ASAP**** To register for this workshop, please and to find out more information about this workshop, please contact Si Stainton, Delta Community Living Society, Family Services Liaison by email sstainton@dcls.ca or phone 604-952-6490. LOCATION:1 - 3800 72nd Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/how-to-complete-a-representation-agreement-delta-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120121T093000 DTEND:20120121T123000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120118T230602 LAST-MODIFIED:20120118T230602 UID:7447@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:How to Complete a Representation Agreement (Delta) DESCRIPTION:What is a Representation Agreement? A Representation Agreement is a legal document available to adults in British Columbia for personal planning. It allows you to authorize one or more personal supporters to be your representative to help you manage your affairs and, if necessary, to make decisions on your behalf in case of illness, injury, or disability. A Representation Agreement is the only way you can appoint someone to assist you or to act on your behalf for health care and personal care matters. It can also cover routine financial affairs. The purposes of the Representation Agreement Act are to: Provide a legal alternative to adult guardianship for adults who need help today Enable planning for the future. Sessions content: All the material you need to create a Representation can be found at the Nidus website www.nidus.ca. The purpose of these sessions is to support you to create a representation agreement using the Nidus materials. Time and Dates: North Delta: Saturday 21st January 2012 9:30AM – 12:30PM Delta Community Living Society, Scott Road Connections, 105 - 7953 120th Street, North Delta, V4C 6P6 OR South Delta: Saturday 28th January 2012 9:30AM – 12:30PM Delta Community Living Society, Resource Centre, 1 - 3800 72nd Street, Delta, V4K 3N2 $10 for registration ***Spaces are limited so book ASAP**** To register for this workshop, please and to find out more information about this workshop, please contact Si Stainton, Delta Community Living Society, Family Services Liaison by email sstainton@dcls.ca or phone 604-952-6490. LOCATION:105 - 7953 120th Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/how-to-complete-a-representation-agreement-delta/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120528T080000 DTEND:20120529T170000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120117T235616 LAST-MODIFIED:20120118T000109 UID:7439@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Disability Resource Network of British Columbias Annual Conference, The Politics of Disability: Empowerment Through Education (Vancouver) DESCRIPTION:Disability Resource Network of British Columbia’s Annual Conference, The Politics of Disability: Empowerment Through Education  The conference will take place: May 28 – 29, 2012 Vancouver Museum 1100 Chestnut Street Vancouver, BC (604) 736-4431  More information is available at http://drnbc.org/annualconference.php and will be updated as the event approaches. LOCATION:1100 Chestnut Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/disability-resource-network-of-british-columbias-annual-conference-the-politics-of-disability-empowerment-through-education-vancouver/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120120 DTEND:20120121 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120112T181119 LAST-MODIFIED:20120112T181707 UID:7408@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Deadline for Submissions to the Art of Being Together (Vancouver) DESCRIPTION:The deadline for artists to get their community-inspired original work for consideration in this year’s competition has been extended to January 20, 2012. If you are an artist, have a piece of original 2-d work that reflects community and our need of each other and are interested in potential prize money – check out www.larchevancouver.org/events.htm. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/deadline-for-submissions-to-the-art-of-being-together-vancouver/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120125T160000 DTEND:20120125T180000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120110T223508 LAST-MODIFIED:20120110T223508 UID:7386@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Innovation in Employment Workshop (Presented in Coquitlam by Simon Fraser Community Council) DESCRIPTION:The Simon Fraser Community Council Presents an... Innovation in Employment Workshop Wednesday January 25th, 2012 from 4pm to 6pm at the Evergreen Cultural Centre, 1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam Presenters include: Barb Penner, CLBC Employment Initiative Coordinator Sandy Liles, Opportunities Fund, Centre for Ability Chad Boucher, Employment Specialist, Customized Employment, CBI Self-Advocates Panel This workshop is for you if you are a: Self-advocate interested in the employment topic Family member or caregiver Organization currently providing employment services or interested in employment services Community organization providing employment services Please RSVP to Frances Wei by January 16th at Frances.Wei@gov.bc.ca. www.communitylivingbc.ca LOCATION:1205 Pinetree Way URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/innovation-in-employment-workshop-presented-in-coquitlam-by-simon-fraser-community-council/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120114T130000 DTEND:20120114T170000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120109T200518 LAST-MODIFIED:20120109T201244 UID:7378@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:RDSP and Will and Estate Planning Workshops (Revelstoke) DESCRIPTION:Kindale Developmental Association, in partnership with PLAN Okanagan, the Law Foundation of BC and the Gov't of Canada will be offering a workshop with presenters on the RDSP (Registered Disability Savings Plan) and Wills and Estate Planning on Saturday, January 14th, 2012 at Community Connections in Revelstoke. This workshop is for individuals and their families, as well as agencies and other community members. The first part of the workshop from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM will be on the RDSP. Click here for more information. The second part from 2:30 PM to 5 PM will be on Wills and Estate Planning. Click here for more information. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/rdsp-and-will-and-estate-planning-workshops-revelstoke/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120107T100000 DTEND:20120107T120000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20120109T180401 LAST-MODIFIED:20120109T180401 UID:7368@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Sign Language: as Alternative/Augmentative Form of Communication to support Teens and Adults with a Developmental Challenge (Vancouver) DESCRIPTION:Lower Mainland Down Syndrome Society and Alternative Communication Consultants Inc. (ACCI) presents:  Sign Language as an Alternative/Augmentative Form of Communication to support Teens and Adults with a Developmental Challenge This 8-week course is for a group to two 12 individuals (accompanied by a parent/caregiver) and will begin on January 7th, 2012 from 10:00am to 12 noon. An ACCI certificate is presented upon successful completion of the course. Training is based on a beginner's level that covers: Functional sign language vocabulary relevant to the individuals we support General communication strategies Techniques and considerations for supporting communication and language growth Each class is 2-hours in duration and an outline of course objectives and specific training units for each week will be handed out during the first class. ACCI provides course materials: class outline, information on signed communication and printed signs/picture books for each individual. A $50 deposit is required upon registration (refundable at course completion) Registration deadline is December 14th! For more information and to register for the workshop, please call 604-591-2722 or email info@lmdss.com. LOCATION:Contact 604-591-2722 for more information URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/sign-language-as-alternativeaugmentative-form-of-communication-to-support-teens-and-adults-with-a-developmental-challenge-vancouver/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120211 DTEND:20120212 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111202T221544 LAST-MODIFIED:20120117T235215 UID:7135@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Special Olympics BC Healthy Athlete Screening Day (Vancouver) DESCRIPTION:Professionals from the fields of podiatry, dentistry, and optometry have received special training from Special Olympics and have volunteered on February 11th, 2012 to offer FREE Health Screenings to individuals with intellectual disabilities. These trained professionals use their training and tools specifically designed to catch some health issues that would otherwise go unnoticed. The four disciplines offer a variety of Health screenings and information: Fit Feet, Health Promotions (delivered by UBC medical students), Special Smiles and the Lions Club International Opening Eyes, which provides a selection of FREE eyeglass frames and lenses to athletes in need. Other fun games and activities will take place as well. This will take place in greater Vancouver, the exact location is not finalized. Some transportation options may be available. Event is open to Special Olympics Athletes AND to individuals with intellectual disabilities who are not involved with Special Olympics, friends and caregivers, all are welcome. Make it a group event and arrive on transit or carpool together. Make sure you take advantage of this excellent opportunity! For more information contact Christopher Edwards, 604.737.3081, cedwards@specialolympics.bc.ca. To learn more, including directions to the event, please click here to download the flyer. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/special-olympics-bc-healthy-athlete-screening-day-vancouver/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111203T110000 DTEND:20111203T123000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111129T180423 LAST-MODIFIED:20111129T180452 UID:7114@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:International Day of Persons with Disabilities Events hosted by CLBC (Abbotsford, Vernon, Terrace, Maple Ridge) DESCRIPTION:The United Nations has proclaimed December 3rd as International Day of Persons with Disabilities.  This year’s theme is “Together for a better world for all: Including persons with disabilities in development”. Community Living BC has teamed up with Canada Safeway’s BC region to join us in celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities and to educate and inform the public about how they can help people with developmental disabilities remain safe in our communities.   Four Safeway locations will have tables hosted by CLBC Self Advocates, Community Council members, Safeway staff and Facilitators to promote CLBC’s safeguard “Start with Hi”.“Start with Hi” was created to educate British Columbians about the role they can play in their local neighbourhoods and communities to improve the safety of people with developmental disabilities. The initiative seeks to encourage citizens to be aware of and acknowledge people with developmental disabilities in their daily lives.   Come on down and join us at four Safeway locations across the province:  Abbotsford (32500 S Fraser Way) Vernon (32nd Street)  Terrace  Maple Ridge (20201 Lougheed Hwy)   LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/international-day-of-persons-with-disabilities-events-hosted-by-clbc-abbotsford-vernon-terrace-maple-ridge/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111213T170000 DTEND:20111213T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111128T173616 LAST-MODIFIED:20111128T173616 UID:7105@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Friendship Project: Friends and Family Christmas Social (Courtenay) DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday, December 13, 2011 Where:  The Grotto (477 Fifth Street, Downtown Courtenay) When:  5:00 pm to 9:00 pm  What’s planned: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm – Appetizers and meet and greet 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Buffet Dinner 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Music, Open Microphone Cost: Buffet dinner is free to all registered participants and guests. (Drinks other than coffee and tea will be charged at their regular prices) Please let us know as soon as possible if you will be attending.  If you are coming, please let us know who will be coming with you so that we have enough food ordered. Reply by either email or phone to Bobby before Tuesday, December 6, 2011: thefriendshipproject@gmail.com 250-898-9422 LOCATION:477 Fifth Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/friendship-project-friends-and-family-christmas-social-courtenay/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111206T180000 DTEND:20111206T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111122T200436 LAST-MODIFIED:20111122T215029 UID:7059@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Holiday Potluck Celebration (Port Coquitlam) DESCRIPTION:The Family & Individual Support Program is once again kicking off the Holiday Season with our annual potluck dinner celebration.  We are very excited to announce that the Coastal Sound Music Academy Choir will be joining us to perform a repertoire of songs and lead some sing-a-long carols. This years’ event promises to be a feast for the ears! The event is suitable for the whole family, so come one, come all and join us for an evening of food, music, merry-making and a chance to connect with new and old friends.  We will provide lasagna, salad and beverages. We hope to add to the fare with your potluck items, so when you RSVP, please let us know if you can bring an appetizer, side dish or dessert.   Date: Tuesday, December 6th, 2011 Time: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Location: Simon Fraser Society for Community Living, 1551 Salisbury, Port Coquitlam (Corner of Salisbury and Coast Meridian, 1 block north of Prairie Ave and ½ block west of Coast Meridian) PLEASE RSVP to Rachel at 604-528-3950 ext.312 or email rlenobel@sfscl.org by Tuesday, November 29, 2011. LOCATION:1551 Salisbury URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/holiday-potluck-celebration-port-coquitlam/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111202T110000 DTEND:20111202T140000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111121T190428 LAST-MODIFIED:20111121T190459 UID:7027@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Richmond Centre for Disability Open House DESCRIPTION:Everyone is welcome!   Activity & Program Displays  Award Presentations at 12pm  Light Refreshment  Craft Sale More info: call 604-232-2404   LOCATION:100-5671 No. 3 Road (Corner of No. 3 & Lansdowne, Opposite Lansdowne Canada Line Station) URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/richmond-centre-for-disability-open-house/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111208T130000 DTEND:20111208T153000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111114T193036 LAST-MODIFIED:20111114T193036 UID:6950@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Service Provider Meeting (Coquitlam) DESCRIPTION:On behalf of the CLBC Quality Service Office in the Simon Fraser region, you are invited to attend a meeting on December 8th, of all service providers supporting individuals in our region. For full information, including an agenda for the meeting, please click here. Please RSVP Rhonda.Smith@gov.bc.ca by Nov 30, 2011.  LOCATION:405 North Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/service-provider-meeting-coquitlam/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111209T180000 DTEND:20111209T220000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111114T192444 LAST-MODIFIED:20111114T192444 UID:6948@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Mission Self-Advocates Jingle Bell Dance (Mission) DESCRIPTION:For full information on the event, please click here to download the poster. LOCATION:33336 Second Ave URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/mission-self-advocates-jingle-bell-dance-mission/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111130T190000 DTEND:20111130T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111107T195720 LAST-MODIFIED:20111107T195720 UID:6922@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Community Connections Club (Victoria) DESCRIPTION:The goal of the Community Connections Club is to provide people with an opportunity to come together in their communities for fun, new experiences in a welcoming place to build lasting friendships. A CLBC facilitator will attend the first 2 events, after which, the lead will be passed to another willing individual. Our hope is that people will take the initiative to plan different activities that are of interest to them. This will allow for people to participate in a number of different fun and exciting activities. For information on upcoming events, please download the poster below: Community Connections Club (373KB pdf) LOCATION:1097 Langford Parkway at Eagle Ridge Park URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/community-connections-club-victoria-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111125T163000 DTEND:20111125T193000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111107T195315 LAST-MODIFIED:20111107T201302 UID:6920@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Community Connections Club (Victoria) DESCRIPTION:The goal of the Community Connections Club is to provide people with an opportunity to come together in their communities for fun, new experiences in a welcoming place to build lasting friendships. A CLBC facilitator will attend the first 2 events, after which, the lead will be passed to another willing individual. Our hope is that people will take the initiative to plan different activities that are of interest to them. This will allow for people to participate in a number of different fun and exciting activities. For information on upcoming events, please download the poster below: Community Connections Club (373KB pdf) LOCATION:3130 Tillicum Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/community-connections-club-victoria/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111105T093000 DTEND:20111105T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111107T193339 LAST-MODIFIED:20111107T193524 UID:6918@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Family Education Series: Building Support Networks (Burnaby) DESCRIPTION:Learn from others who have successfully built support networks around persons with disabilities. This one day workshop is geared to families, self advocates and support workers. For full details, please click the link below to download the poster: Building Support Networks Workshop (118KB pdf) LOCATION:2702 Norland Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/family-education-series-building-support-networks-burnaby/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111123T190000 DTEND:20111123T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111031T224145 LAST-MODIFIED:20111031T224145 UID:6875@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Evening Coffee & Dessert Social (Coquitlam) DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent or caregiver of a child, teen or young adult family member who has special needs? So are we! Come and join us at our Evening Coffee & Dessert Social. RSVP to Rachel at rlenobel@sfscl.org or call 604-525-9494 LOCATION:204 Blue Mountain Street (northwest corner of Lougheed & Blue Mountain) URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/evening-coffee-dessert-social-coquitlam/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111108T183000 DTEND:20111108T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111031T223647 LAST-MODIFIED:20111031T223647 UID:6873@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) Information Session (Port Coquitlam) DESCRIPTION:Are you a person living with a disability  (under the age of 60) or a caregiver to someone with a disability? Simon Fraser Society for Community Living would like to invite you to an information session regarding the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP)  For more info contact Cathy Anthony @ SFSCL 604-525-9494 or email cananthony@sfscl.org  LOCATION:1551 Salisbury Ave. URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/registered-disability-savings-plan-rdsp-information-session-port-coquitlam/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111106T140000 DTEND:20111106T170000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111031T221305 LAST-MODIFIED:20111031T221518 UID:6872@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Rick Scott Concert for Down Syndrome Awareness Week (Burnaby) DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Week with performer Rick Scott.  Doors open at 2pm with the Concert starting at 2:30pm.   Tickets are by donation-Minimum $5 (limited quantity available).  To register contact Hina Mahmood at 604-444-3773 or hina@dsrf.org LOCATION:1409 Sperling Ave. URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/rick-scott-concert/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111028T113000 DTEND:20111028T140000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111027T200733 LAST-MODIFIED:20111027T200733 UID:6868@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Community Living MonthBBQ DESCRIPTION:Community Living Month is a time when we celebrate the abilities & achievements of people with developmental disabilities. LOCATION:11944 Haney Place URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/community-living-monthbbq/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111011T110000 DTEND:20111011T170000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111005T215129 LAST-MODIFIED:20111005T215129 UID:6701@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Community Living Month Floor Hockey Tournament (Surrey) DESCRIPTION:To help celebrate Community Living Month, our floor hockey group at Guilford Recreation Centre is partnering up with the City of Surrey, Parks and Recreation to put on a one day floor hockey tournament on October 11th. We are planning a full day event from about 11:00-5:00 with multiple games. We already have 2 full gyms booked at Guilford. The event will be open to anyone including family, friends and staff.  For further information contact Charles Partridge at 604-501-8310. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/community-living-month-floor-hockey-tournament-surrey/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111110T180000 DTEND:20111110T220000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111005T042445 LAST-MODIFIED:20111005T042445 UID:6691@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Mission Self-Advocates Winter Harvest Dance DESCRIPTION:To learn more about the Winter Harvest Dance, please click here to download the poster. LOCATION:33336 Second Ave URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/mission-self-advocates-winter-harvest-dance-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111022T193000 DTEND:20111022T220000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111005T042119 LAST-MODIFIED:20111005T042119 UID:6690@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Port Alberni Association for Community Living Charity Hockey Game DESCRIPTION:RCMP vs Fire Department with special guests players and coaches from the Alberni Valley Bulldogs. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/port-alberni-association-for-community-living-charity-hockey-game/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111022T140000 DTEND:20111022T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111005T041834 LAST-MODIFIED:20111005T041834 UID:6689@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Community Living Month Celebrations (Prince Rupert) DESCRIPTION:Community BBQ with guest speakers. We are bringing awareness to enhance individuals with developmental disabilities in their community and to ensure that our community is an all inclusive community. We will be handing out cake, balloons, pins and brochures, and there will be a draw.  Contact Val Whomes for more information. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/community-living-month-celebrations-prince-rupert/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111007T150000 DTEND:20111007T180000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111005T041513 LAST-MODIFIED:20111005T041513 UID:6687@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Community Living Month Celebrations in Smithers DESCRIPTION: BBQ, cake and drinks, games and prizes at High Roads. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/community-living-month-celebrations-in-smithers/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111006T130000 DTEND:20111006T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111005T041338 LAST-MODIFIED:20111005T041338 UID:6686@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Dawson Creek Community Living Month Celebrations DESCRIPTION:IN CELEBRATION OF COMMUNITY LIVING MONTH You are invited to attend DAWSON CREEK COMMUNITY LIVING MONTH CELEBRATIONS! JOIN US AT NORTHERN LIGHTS COLLEGE Date: October 6, 2011 Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Location: Northern Lights College Gazebo (Behind College alongside the residence grass area) Community Living Month celebrates the achievements of people with developmental disabilities, and recognizes the hard work of individuals, families and community members to create inclusive communities. For more details, please call 250 784-2262. A Special thank you to Northern Lights College for providing the venue! LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/dawson-creek-community-living-month-celebrations/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111027T170000 DTEND:20111027T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20111004T182221 LAST-MODIFIED:20111004T182221 UID:6682@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:posAbilities Inclusion Art Show DESCRIPTION:posAbilities is pleased to present its 7th Annual Art Show:  INCLUSION  This event celebrates the unique gifts and talent of artists with developmental disabilities. Come and meet the artists, view or buy over 400 pieces of artwork, including paintings, pottery, glassworks, photography, illustrations, eat delectable food and bid in the silent auction!  Admission is by donation. For more information and photos, visit www.posAbilities.ca or check out our Facebook page.    With thanks to the City of Vancouver for media sponsorship. LOCATION:3102 Main Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/posabilities-inclusion-art-show/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111017T180000 DTEND:20111017T200000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110930T231252 LAST-MODIFIED:20110930T235127 UID:6654@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:“The Goode Life: Memoirs of Disability Rights Activist Barb Goode” - Book Launch in Victoria DESCRIPTION:At 6:00 pm on Monday, October 17th, 2011, the Victoria book launch of “The Goode Life: Memoirs of Disability Rights Activist Barb Goode,” written by Barb Goode with Jim Reynolds, will be held at the new Arts Centre at Cedar Hill, 3220 Cedar Hill Road. The event is hosted by the self advocacy group, Self Advocates for a Brighter Future (SABF), in celebration of Community Living Month (October) in British Columbia. For more information, please click here to view the event poster. LOCATION:3220 Cedar Hill Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/%e2%80%9cthe-goode-life-memoirs-of-disability-rights-activist-barb-goode%e2%80%9d-book-launch-in-victoria/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111001T100000 DTEND:20111001T113000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110928T231814 LAST-MODIFIED:20110928T231814 UID:6641@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:CLBC "I Can Be Safe Online" Community Living Month Events (Kamloops, Kelowna, Richmond, Vancouver, Victoria) DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Community Living Month, CLBC has organized five provincial events on Saturday, October 1, 2011, to raise awareness of our new website and initiative www.icanbesafeonline.com. These events will have CLBC staff, self-advocates and VIPs handing out free Globe and Mail newspapers and “I can be safe online” materials in front of London Drugs stores in each of the following communities from 10:00am to 11:30am: Kamloops – Lansdowne Village Mall, 450 Lansdowne Street Kelowna – Spall Plaza, 1950 Harvey Avenue Richmond – Ironwood Plaza, 11666 Steveston Highway Vancouver - Granville and Georgia, 710 Granville Street Victoria – Harris Green, 911 Yates Street Come down, say "hi", and learn about online safety for adults with developmental disabilities and their families. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/clbc-i-can-be-safe-online-community-living-month-events-kamloops-kelowna-richmond-vancouver-victoria/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111026T090000 DTEND:20111027T190000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110927T222429 LAST-MODIFIED:20110927T223728 UID:6629@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Helping Yourself and Others in the Community: Interior Self Advocates’ Conference (Kamloops) DESCRIPTION:This year’s self advocate conference will have keynote Speaker: Cory Johnson speaking to self advocates about overcoming personal obstacles in work, life and love.  Start Oct. 26: 9:00 am End Oct. 27: 7:00pm Venue: Kamloops Convention Centre Contact: Gwen at CLBC:  1-877-377-4433 LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/helping-yourself-and-others-in-the-community-interior-self-advocates%e2%80%99-conference-kamloops/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111028T170000 DTEND:20111028T200000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110927T222311 LAST-MODIFIED:20110927T222311 UID:6628@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Community Living Month Dinner and Dance (Courtenay) DESCRIPTION:CLBC in Courtenay is hosting their annual Community Living Month Celebration with a dinner and dance. Everyone is invited. Tickets are 20$. There will be great food, music, games and more. Start: 5:00 pm End: 10:00pm Venue: Royal Canadian Legion Contact: Shelley Marinus at 250-338-3593 LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/community-living-month-dinner-and-dance-courtenay/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110927 DTEND:20110929 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110927T163754 LAST-MODIFIED:20110927T163754 UID:6626@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:CLBC Celebrates Community Living Month (Victoria, Vancouver, Kelowna, Kamloops and Richmond) DESCRIPTION:CLBC is celebrating CL Month throughout the province. Self Advocates, staff, VIP’s and community members will be outside London Drugs handing out the Globe and Mail and spreading the word about the importance of inclusion and CLBC’s new online safety website, www.icanbesafeonline.com.   Start: 10:00 am End: 11:30 pm Venue: Five locations across BC: Victoria, Vancouver, Kelowna, Kamloops and Richmond Contact: Caitlyn Sassaman 604.916.7139 LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/clbc-celebrates-community-living-month-victoria-vancouver-kelowna-kamloops-and-richmond/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111018T180000 DTEND:20111018T200000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110926T171734 LAST-MODIFIED:20110926T174422 UID:6619@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Youth and Families: Youth Transition Fair (Vernon) DESCRIPTION:Who: Youth with disabilities, their families, caregivers and service providers What: An occasion to get together to talk about preparation and opportunities for youth transitioning to adulthood (ages 15-20) We (CYSN and CLBC) are hoping to bring together around 20 agency booths where youth and families can gather information to help them understand options, services and supports for adulthood. Why: Transition to adulthood is an important event in life, requiring time and thoughtfulness to discover the best path. When: October 18, 2011 at 6-8pm- food provided Where: Vernon Boys and Girls Club gymnasium, 3300 37 Ave (Behind Boston Pizza) Please send questions and RSVP to at eric.darbyshire@gov.bc.ca or 250 549-5672 or Rachel at rachel.klassen@gov.bc.ca or 250 549-5474. LOCATION:3300 37 Ave URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/attention-youth-and-families-youth-transition-fair/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111023T130000 DTEND:20111023T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110921T202100 LAST-MODIFIED:20110921T204515 UID:6609@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:The Power of Knowing Each Other Book Launch (Richmond) DESCRIPTION:This book contains 12 stories plus a forward and concluding story about the creative and unique connections families have built and nurtured with their family members who live with a developmental disability. These relationships offer many things, all of which contribute to people living good and safe lives in welcoming communities. This resource is meant to inspire and stimulate people's thinking on informal safeguards. The stories bring to the reader, wonderful ideas and ways to build supportive networks. These personal stories, told by families, demonstrate the incredible strength and love family members have for each other and how families have built informal safeguards in community, with their loved ones. When: Sunday, October 23, 2011 Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Where: Richmond Arts Centre Performance Hall 180 - 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond BC Musical performances by Sam Sam Lam, Victoria Francisco, Ricky Francisco, Regina Nevada, Raphael Geronimo, Alex Kee, Mark Nevada and Rafael Francisco will begin at 2:00. Free copies of the book will be available and Rafael Francisco will be on hand for book signing. For more details, call Lisa Cowell at 604-279-8412 or click here to download the poster. LOCATION:180 - 7700 Minoru Gate URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/the-power-of-knowing-each-other-book-launch-richmond/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111102T100000 DTEND:20111103T153000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110921T170403 LAST-MODIFIED:20110921T170403 UID:6604@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Northern-Rural Networking & Training Event (Prince George) DESCRIPTION:In an effort to further our group’s vision of creating exceptional results through employment networking, the BC EmployNet association is looking at organizing a networking and training event geared towards northern and rural community service providers.  This two day event would involve some great networking opportunities as well as some training on topics that members have indicated are hot issues for them in their work helping promote employment for people with disabilities. To learn more, please click here to download the flyer and registration form. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/northern-rural-networking-training-event-prince-george/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111015T183000 DTEND:20111016T000000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110919T181211 LAST-MODIFIED:20110919T185829 UID:6587@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Richmond Centre for Disability Annual Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:On Saturday, October 15 the Richmond Centre for Disability (RCD) will be holding our signature annual fundraiser. This year’s event – Western Roundup, will be bigger and better than ever as we continue to make the dreams of people with disabilities come true through your support and dedication. The Western Roundup will be situated in the festive surroundings of the Ballroom at the Executive Airport Plaza Hotel; guests are treated to a “Country Western” Buffet Dinner, including healthy selection of Salads, Carved Beef Station with Chef, Crispy Southern Fried Chicken, Baked Potatoes and more, in addition to a good variety of desserts. You can also expect to see lots of festive and fabulously Country and Western dancing, live entertainment, raffle, games and deco. When:  Saturday, October 15, 2011  6:30 p.m. – Door opens and No Host Bar 7:15 p.m. – Buffet Dinner 8:45 p.m. – Western & Country Line Dance Performance and Join-in 9:15 p.m. – Live Performance by Five-and-a Half Cowboys Band and dance to live music Dance till midnight  Where: Executive Airport Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre Tickets:  $65 per ticket or $600 for a table of 10 ($20 Tax Receipt per ticket) Highlights:   Country and Western attire welcome Western themed decoration Live performance by 5 ½ Cowboys Line dance performance & join-in Country Western buffet dinner Themed Basket & 50-50 Raffles Click here to view more details about the Gala.  Click here to download Ticket Order Form or contact Eileen at 604-232-2404. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/richmond-centre-for-disability-annual-fundraiser/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111022T083000 DTEND:20111022T150000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110916T223817 LAST-MODIFIED:20110916T223817 UID:6582@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Youth Transition Fair (Surrey) DESCRIPTION:Learn about services for youth and young adults with disabilities. There will be representatives from: Employment Recreation and Leisure Emergency Services Education Housing Health For more information, please click here to download the poster.   LOCATION:13458 - 107A Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/youth-transition-fair-surrey/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111012T160000 DTEND:20111012T200000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110916T210726 LAST-MODIFIED:20110916T212653 UID:6581@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Connections: Transition Resource Fair (Coquitlam) DESCRIPTION:“Making Connections with Others” Share this invite – Bring a friend - have your name entered for door prizes! The focus of the fair is to share information, learn about resources, network together and make connections around planning for youth transitioning to and through adulthood. It will be of interest to families, youth and young adults with physical & developmental disabilities, secondary school staff, service providers and community groups. Information booths Opportunities to talk to representatives from community agencies and services Networking & Making Connections 2 Workshop Breakout sessions:       5:30 – 6:30 pm – “Power of Knowing Each Other”   7:00 – 8:00 pm – “Building Visions & Dreams”   Wednesday, October 12, 2011 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Location: International Education Building Winslow Centre – Gym, 1100 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam  For further information contact:  Cathy Anthony, Simon Fraser Society for Community Living, at canthony@sfscl.org or Cindy Lee, SD 43 Work Experience Facilitator, at clee@sd43.bc.ca. LOCATION:1100 Winslow Ave. URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/connections-transition-resource-fair-coquitlam/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111104 DTEND:20111106 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110916T185023 LAST-MODIFIED:20110916T185023 UID:6579@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Getting Connected: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder 4th Annual Fall Conference (New Westminster) DESCRIPTION:Friday, November 4 & Saturday, November 5, 2011 GETTING CONNECTED: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder 4th Annual Fall Conference will takes place at Douglas College at 700 Royal Avenue, New Westminster.  Conference participants will: Learn about current and emerging promising initiatives in FASD practice Learn about building resources and supports for the community Network and liaise with families and professionals To learn more, please click here to download the poster. LOCATION:700 Royal Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/getting-connected-fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorder-4th-annual-fall-conference-new-westminster/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111021T150000 DTEND:20111021T190000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110916T184004 LAST-MODIFIED:20110916T184258 UID:6578@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:A Spooktacular Fall Celebration (Port Coquitlam) DESCRIPTION:Free Fun for the entire family. Where: Hyde Creek Rec Centre, 1379 Laurier Ave, Port Coquitlam Date: October 21, 2011 Time: 3pm to 7 pm This event will feature music, foods, crafts, games and entertainment. Donation to food bank in lieu of Admission (Costumes optional) The activities of this initiative are to promote and support community inclusion and celebrate the many contributions that citizens with developmental disabilities bring to our community. LOCATION:1379 Laurier Ave URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/a-spooktacular-fall-celebration-port-coquitlam/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111007T170000 DTEND:20111009T133000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110915T202347 LAST-MODIFIED:20110915T202414 UID:6571@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:12th Annual Self-Advocate Leadership Institute (Abbotsford) DESCRIPTION:SelfAdvocateNet.com presents: THE 12th ANNUAL SELF ADVOCACY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE Workshops and Networking Place: Edenvale Retreat and Conference Centre         4330 Bradner Road, Abbotsford, BC              Date:  October 7 – October 9, 2011    5:00 p.m. Friday to 1:30 p.m. Sunday       Cost:  $200 (price includes HST)  per person includes: 2 nights and 3 days accommodations, healthy meals, registration, all workshops, recreation, and FUN.      Why: To learn more about self advocacy; safety; rights; healthy relationships; become leaders in your own Community; etc.  If you have any questions, please call and register with the Coordinator Gregg Schiller at 604-688-7001 or  by e-mail at: GreggSchiller@shaw.ca For more information: Download the Flyer Download the Registration Form LOCATION:4330 Bradner Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/12th-annual-self-advocate-leadership-institute-abbotsford/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111019T110000 DTEND:20111019T130000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110915T191529 LAST-MODIFIED:20110915T193416 UID:6568@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Community Living Month Celebration (Williams Lake) DESCRIPTION:Come join us on October 19th  for a light lunch to celebrate Community Living Month!  Community Living Month recognizes the hard work of individuals, families and community members to create inclusive communities, and celebrates their achievements.  Date: Wednesday, Oct 19, 2011 Time: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Where: Williams Lake Association for Community Living     Room 116, #51-4th Ave S     Williams Lake LOCATION:Room 116, #51-4th Ave S URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/community-living-month-celebration-williams-lake/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110928T170000 DTEND:20110928T200000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110915T191256 LAST-MODIFIED:20110915T191320 UID:6567@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Community Living Month Resource Fair (Penticton) DESCRIPTION:A Resource Fair for people with disabilities and their families.  Come talk directly to agencies and organizations about, and see demonstrations of,  the newest devices, computer technology and communication available to help people with disabilities. Coffee, tea and cookies will be served.  Date: September 28, 2011 Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm Place: Penticton Lakeside Resort, 21 Lakeside Dr. West LOCATION:21 Lakeside Dr. West URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/community-living-month-resource-fair-penticton/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111123T090000 DTEND:20111124T120000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110915T172521 LAST-MODIFIED:20110920T225106 UID:6563@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (Vernon) DESCRIPTION:The Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) program was developed by the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) and is designed to teach staff how to use verbal, nonverbal, paraverbal and personal safety skills during a crisis in order to provide the best possible care, welfare, safety and security for everyone involved. Here’s What You Will Learn: The four stages of crisis development The five steps to empathic listening Nonverbal & paraverbal techniques for controlling disruptive behaviour How to maintain a therapeutic attitude even during the most challenging moments Basic principles to personal safety Post intervention communication process following the crisis For more information, and to register, please see the attached documents: Course Description Registration Form - Groups Registration Form - Individuals LOCATION:4801 27th Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/nonviolent-crisis-intervention-vernon/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111114T090000 DTEND:20111115T120000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110915T171712 LAST-MODIFIED:20110920T225243 UID:6557@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (Kamloops) DESCRIPTION:The Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) program was developed by the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) and is designed to teach staff how to use verbal, nonverbal, paraverbal and personal safety skills during a crisis in order to provide the best possible care, welfare, safety and security for everyone involved.  Here’s What You Will Learn: The four stages of crisis development The five steps to empathic listening Nonverbal & paraverbal techniques for controlling disruptive behaviour How to maintain a therapeutic attitude even during the most challenging moments Basic principles to personal safety Post intervention communication process following the crisis For more information, and to register, please see the attached documents: Course Description Registration Form - Groups Registration Form - Individuals LOCATION:610 Columbia St West URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/nonviolent-crisis-intervention-kamloops/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110917T090000 DTEND:20110917T223000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110912T191911 LAST-MODIFIED:20110912T191911 UID:6537@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Illuminaria Lantern Festival (Mission) DESCRIPTION:To learn more, please visit www.mission.ca/celebrate or click here to download the flyer.  LOCATION:7494 Mary Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/illuminaria-lantern-festival-mission/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110926 DTEND:20111001 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110906T184644 LAST-MODIFIED:20110906T184817 UID:6512@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Supported Employment Marketing (Abbotsford and Online) DESCRIPTION:Course Description: Supported Employment Marketing is a five day training that teaches participants the essentials of marketing. Participants will create a basic marketing plan for their organization or service, as well as crafting their own unique messaging. They will become familiar with the selling process and have an opportunity to practice and apply these key skills. Participants will increase their comfort with their roles of marketing and selling their services and interacting with the business community. Upon successful completion of the course, a Douglas College Certificate will be issued. For full details, including registration information, please click here. Course Details: Dates:   Sept 26 – 30, 2011 (5 days) Times:   9:00am – 4:30pm (35 hours) Tuition: $500 + HST (introductory one time only) This course will be made available face-to-face(classroom style) in Abbotsford OR via video-conferencing to any compatible location throughout the Province(additional costs may be applicable). Location:            Community Futures South Fraser                                 31726 South Fraser Way                                 Abbotsford BC V2T 1T9  Videoconference:           Visit http://www.communityfutures.ca/resources/video-conferencing.php  to find more information and a convenient location  Instructor:           Kevin Koopmans LOCATION:31726 South Fraser Way URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/supported-employment-marketing-abbotsford-and-online/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111020T080000 DTEND:20111020T120000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110906T171626 LAST-MODIFIED:20110906T183109 UID:6509@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Creating an Inclusive Workplace: Being True to the Dream of Diversity (Surrey) DESCRIPTION:Surrey's Measuring Up Committee presents this Employment Conference focusing on "Creating an Inclusive Workplace: Being True to the Dream of Diversity" The conference will feature Denise Bissonnette. For over 15 years, Denise has been designing and conducting seminars, throughout North America, on topics related to employment, job search, career development and workforce diversity. Special Guest: Honourable Stephanie Cadieux To learn more about this event, please click here to view the flyer. LOCATION:6188 - 176 Street (Gym 3) URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/creating-an-inclusive-workplace-being-true-to-the-dream-of-diversity-surrey/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111020T160000 DTEND:20111020T190000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110831T180844 LAST-MODIFIED:20110831T181736 UID:6499@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Community Living Month Fun Fair (Port Alberni) DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Community Living Month, you’re invited to a Free Family Fun Fair at Glenwood Centre. There will be activities, a fish pond, face painting, crafts, bouncy tents, cake walk and more! Refreshments will also be available with proceeds to “Alberni Energizers” Thursday, October 20 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Glenwood Centre. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/community-living-month-fun-fair-port-alberni/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111024 DTEND:20111025 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110831T175826 LAST-MODIFIED:20110831T175826 UID:6497@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Weaving the Ties that Bind - Personal Network Development (Online) DESCRIPTION:Building on over 20 years of experience in facilitating hundreds of personal support networks for people living in isolation, PLAN Institute for Caring Citizenship has created “Weaving the Ties that Bind,” an online course for facilitators. Using our proven approach, this course provides participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a social network facilitator. To learn more about this course, including information on registration, please click here. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/weaving-the-ties-that-bind-personal-network-development-online-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110919 DTEND:20110920 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110831T175703 LAST-MODIFIED:20110831T175703 UID:6496@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Weaving the Ties that Bind - Personal Network Development (Online) DESCRIPTION:Building on over 20 years of experience in facilitating hundreds of personal support networks for people living in isolation, PLAN Institute for Caring Citizenship has created “Weaving the Ties that Bind,” an online course for facilitators. Using our proven approach, this course provides participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a social network facilitator. To learn more about this course, including information on registration, please click here. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/weaving-the-ties-that-bind-personal-network-development-online/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110909T090000 DTEND:20110909T130000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110831T175104 LAST-MODIFIED:20110831T175326 UID:6495@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:International FASD Awareness Day (Prince George) DESCRIPTION:International FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder) Awareness Day  Friday, September 9, 2011  9:00 am -- City Hall: Mayor Proclamation and Pregnancy Pause   12:00 pm -- Family Resource Centre @ 1200 LaSalle Avenue  FUN FAMILY EVENTS Free Lunch until 1:00 pm This will feature watermelon relay, cake walk, door prizes, raffle, display booths and entertainment  For more information, please contact 250-561-5645.  Show you care, be FASD-aware. Sponsored by the FASD Committee LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/international-fasd-awareness-day-prince-george/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110925 DTEND:20110926 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110831T174339 LAST-MODIFIED:20110831T174339 UID:6494@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Walk Now for Autism (Vancouver) DESCRIPTION:Walk Now for Autism Speaks are fun-filled, family friendly events that bring together members from across the autism stakeholder community. Families, friends, teachers, service providers, corporate teams, researchers - all walking together to raise money to fund vital research, support family services programs, and raising awareness about autism and the issues facing local, provincial and national communities. For more information on the Vancouver Walk, please click here. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/walk-now-for-autism-vancouver/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110909T083000 DTEND:20110909T100000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110831T173804 LAST-MODIFIED:20110831T173915 UID:6493@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:FASD Day Walk in Quesnel DESCRIPTION:The Quesnel FASD Advisory Group/Committee is planning a walk for International FASD Awareness Day on Friday morning, September 9.  Meeting between 8:30 a.m. and 8:45 a.m. at St. John's Anglican Church on Kinchant Street (free T-Shirts for the early birds -- as long as they last), Agnes Prayer at 9:00 a.m., Church bells to be rung at 9:09 a.m.  Then to walk through town and along Front Street, over the Wooden Foot Bridge to the Friendship Centre where information tables, breakfast, and door prizes will be available.  For more information, check out out http://fasday.com or  http://fasdprevention.wordpress.com LOCATION:Kinchant Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/fasd-day-walk-in-quesnel/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110910T110000 DTEND:20110910T150000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110824T233843 LAST-MODIFIED:20110824T233843 UID:6357@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:One Day Together (Victoria) DESCRIPTION:One Day Together is an annual event that brings people of the South Island together to celebrate the diversity of their community. The event will take place on September 10, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at Topaz Park in Victoria and will feature live music and entertainment, a barbecue lunch, a kickball tournament, and many more fun activities. To learn more, please visit onedaytogether.com LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/one-day-together-victoria/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111006T090000 DTEND:20111006T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110823T233239 LAST-MODIFIED:20110823T235255 UID:6353@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:BCACL Presents Peter Block: "Everyone Belongs: learning to lead authentic conversations that transform communities" DESCRIPTION:Join Peter Block as he explores ways of thinking about our places (workplaces, neighbourhoods, towns) that create an opening for authentic communities to exist. Learn how to discover the gifts of our neighbours, to welcome strangers and to build associations that will shift the focus from need and deficiencies to engagement and possibility, leading to the creation of a new future.  This workshop is a must for anyone wanting to learn about the nature of real inclusion and community transformation and what kind of leadership is required to achieve it. Community Living BC is a title sponsor for this event. For more information, including details about registration and schedules, please click here. LOCATION:1880 Triumph Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/bcacl-presents-peter-block-everyone-belongs-learning-to-lead-authentic-conversations-that-transform-communities/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110914T180000 DTEND:20110914T200000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110823T220350 LAST-MODIFIED:20110823T221210 UID:6349@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Friendship Zone (Maple Ridge) DESCRIPTION:Community Living BC’s Simon Fraser Invites you to attend our Friendship Zone Are you interested in meeting new people? Want to try new things? Want to learn who lives in your community? Join us for some fun, networking, prizes and snacks! Date: September 14, 2011 Location: ACT Theatre 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge Time: 6pm-7:30pm Snacks & Networking for Self-Advocates 7:30pm-8pm Desserts for Self-Advocates, Family, Caregivers, etc Please RSVP to Frances at 604-660-8124 or Frances.Wei@gov.bc.ca by September 9, 2011 Interested in volunteering? Let Frances know when you RSVP and we’ll contact you beforehand! Simon Fraser Region, Community Living BC (-Burnaby, New Westminster, Tri-Cities and Maple Ridge-) LOCATION:11944 Haney Place URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/friendship-zone-maple-ridge/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110830T110000 DTEND:20110830T150000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110822T222051 LAST-MODIFIED:20110822T222308 UID:6345@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:North Shore Disability Resource Centre 35th Anniversary Party DESCRIPTION:Date: August 30th at 11:00AM to 3:00PM Location: Tsleil-Waututh Nation Community Centre, 3010 Sleil Waututh Road, North Vancouver Please RSVP to nsdrc@nsdrc.org or call 604-985-5371 by August 25th, food and refreshments will be served! LOCATION:3010 Sleil Waututh Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/north-shore-disability-resource-centre-35th-anniversary-party/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110818T160000 DTEND:20110818T190000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110822T221845 LAST-MODIFIED:20110826T212632 UID:6344@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Richmond Society for Community Living Annual Family Picnic DESCRIPTION:Join Richmond Society for Community Living (RSCL) for their Annual Family Picnic. LOCATION:12360 Cambie Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/richmond-society-for-community-living-annual-family-picnic/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110614T190000 DTEND:20110614T213000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110607T212230 LAST-MODIFIED:20110607T212230 UID:5945@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:The Stage Door Theatre Troupe presents: The Gangster Double-Cross DESCRIPTION:June 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23 at Heritage Hall (Basement), 3102 Main Street, Vancouver. Doors open at 7:00 p.m., and the show begins at 7:30 p.m. Festival seating/admission $10. FMI call (604) 872-1252 or visit www.stagedoor.bc.ca. About the actors The Stage Door Theatre Troupe is a group of talented actors who have various challenges. Their groundbreaking and thought provoking productions have scored great success at the Vancouver International Fringe Festival.  Stage Door’s aim is to demonstrate the incredibly unique gifts and commitment of our talented artists. LOCATION:3102 Main Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/the-stage-door-theatre-troupe-presents-the-gangster-double-cross/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110712 DTEND:20110715 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110602T221239 LAST-MODIFIED:20110602T221239 UID:5924@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:35th Annual Elders Gathering (Abbotsford) DESCRIPTION:Hosts are the Sto:lo and Coast Salish Communities The Purpose of the Elders Gathering is so the Elders can come together and take their rightful place as advisors, teachers and leaders. Many Elders are involved and work at the community level throughout the year. They participate at meetings, workshops and various event to support the Youth, education committees, Band Council and so on. The Gatherings are a time to socialize and celebrate their accomplishments as well as regenerate themselves for future work. It provides an opportunity for Elders to share traditional ways with visiting cultural and linguistic groups. This is done through songs, dances and ceremonies throughout the event. King is "Qwahonn" Johnny Williams from Scowlitz Indian Band Queen is "Siyamex" Virginia Peters from Chehalis Indian Band Qepothet te Mestiyexw - Bringing People Together "Honouring Our Ancestors Through Our Elders & Recognizing our Future Through Our Youth" Registration: $50 Registration Fee For more information, please visit www.35theldersgathering.com. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/35th-annual-elders-gathering-abbotsford/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110608T120000 DTEND:20110608T130000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110601T172026 LAST-MODIFIED:20110601T172026 UID:5922@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:"The Power of Knowing Each Other" - Launch of new CLBC and FSI Resource DESCRIPTION:Community Living BC and The Family Support Institute invite you to join us in celebrating the release of our new resource book: "The Power of Knowing Each Other: Stories about Informal Safeguards told by BC Families" This book contains 12 stories plus a forward and concluding story about the creative and unique connections families have built and nurtured with their family members who live with a developmental disability. These relationships offer many things, all of which contribute to people living good and safe lives in welcoming communities. This resource is meant to inspire and stimulate people’s thinking on informal safeguards. The stories bring to the reader, wonderful ideas and ways to build supportive networks. These personal stories, told by families, demonstrate the incredible strength and love family members have for each other and how families have built informal safeguards in community, with their loved ones. Join Ben, Debbie and Kayleigh Postmus in celebrating the release of the book and hear an excerpt from Kayeigh’s story. Kayleigh will be available for book signing. Walmart will provide cake and refreshments and free copies of the book will be available. For more information, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:1601 Marcolin Drive URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/the-power-of-knowing-each-other-launch-of-new-clbc-and-fsi-resource/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110613T130000 DTEND:20110613T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110527T221919 LAST-MODIFIED:20110527T222945 UID:5905@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum for Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Powell River) DESCRIPTION:Join the discussion. Create better understanding of the needs of adults with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. We welcome your input! CLBC invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. For more information, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:4660 Joyce Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-for-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-powell-river/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110602T130000 DTEND:20110602T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110525T183042 LAST-MODIFIED:20110525T183042 UID:5887@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Smithers) DESCRIPTION:Join the discussion… Create better understanding of the needs of adults with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. We welcome your input. The North Region Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. For more information, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:3439 Fulton Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-smithers-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110531T130000 DTEND:20110531T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110525T182717 LAST-MODIFIED:20110525T182717 UID:5885@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Fort St. John) DESCRIPTION:Join the discussion… Create better understanding of the needs of adults with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. We welcome your input. The North Region Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. For more information, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:10251 – 100 Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-fort-st-john/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110617T143000 DTEND:20110617T163000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110524T183926 LAST-MODIFIED:20110524T190418 UID:5871@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:"The Power of Knowing Each Other" - Release of New CLBC and FSI Resource (New Westminster) DESCRIPTION:Community Living BC and The Family Support Institute invite you to join us in celebrating the release of our new resource book: The Power of Knowing Each Other: Stories about Informal Safeguards told by BC Families This book contains 12 stories plus a forward and concluding story about the creative and unique connections families have built and nurtured with their family members who live with a developmental disability. These relationships offer many things, all of which contribute to people living good and safe lives in welcoming communities. This resource is meant to inspire and stimulate people’s thinking on informal safeguards. The stories bring to the reader, wonderful ideas and ways to build supportive networks. These personal stories, told by families, demonstrate the incredible strength and love family members have for each other and how families have built informal safeguards in community, with their loved ones. For more information, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:900 Quayside Drive URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/the-power-of-knowing-each-other-release-of-new-clbc-and-fsi-resource-new-westminster/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110602T130000 DTEND:20110602T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110511T170937 LAST-MODIFIED:20110511T171123 UID:5806@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Smithers) DESCRIPTION:The North Region Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. For more information, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:3439 Fulton Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-smithers/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110516T180000 DTEND:20110516T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110511T170420 LAST-MODIFIED:20110511T170420 UID:5804@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Quesnel) DESCRIPTION:Join the North Region Community Council in a conversation about the needs and interests of adults and with developmental disabilities and their families, as they age. For more information, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:461 Carson Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-quesnel/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110517T130000 DTEND:20110517T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110511T170049 LAST-MODIFIED:20110511T170049 UID:5802@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Prince George) DESCRIPTION:The CLBC North Region Community Council extends an invitation to you to participate in a community conversation on supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, and their families, as they age. Through community conversations, CLBC seeks to develop a comprehensive understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact on the lives of individuals in the community. These community meetings are designed to welcome a broad range of community members interested and concerned about this topic. For more information, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:950 Kerry Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-prince-george/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110608T130000 DTEND:20110608T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110510T192709 LAST-MODIFIED:20110510T192709 UID:5800@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Port Coquitlam) DESCRIPTION:Simon Fraser Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. You have the choice of attending one of the two sessions: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm or 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm For more information, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:1545 Lougheed Highway URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-port-coquitlam/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110512T180000 DTEND:20110512T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110505T171957 LAST-MODIFIED:20110505T172008 UID:5766@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Surrey) DESCRIPTION:Surrey, Delta and White Rock Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age.  These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how, as a community, we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age.  Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. We hope these forums, which are taking place throughout BC, will assist with identifying the varying needs, interests and areas of concern of individuals and families. For more information, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:9850 King George Blvd URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110509T130000 DTEND:20110509T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110505T164523 LAST-MODIFIED:20110505T164523 UID:5764@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Princeton) DESCRIPTION:Central and South Okanagan Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. To learn more, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:72 Fenchurch URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-princeton/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110531T190000 DTEND:20110531T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110504T183409 LAST-MODIFIED:20110504T183409 UID:5755@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Improv Live! (Coquitlam) DESCRIPTION:This program is facilitated by GRAHAM MYERS – a founding member of Table 23 Comedy and a co-owner of Second Storey Theatre in Port Coquitlam.  Graham has a Theatre Degree, has taught children and youth at Place des Arts, run adult workshops for the Continuing Ed Program with District #43, has mentored many Secondary and Middle School students for various Improv competitions, and has been involved with Theatrix, Theatresports, the Canadian Improv Games, and many Fringe Festivals.  Each session will focus on different elements of Improv (creating characters, storytelling, exploration of physical space, and developing positive group dynamics and stage presence). The final session on July 5th will be performance night for the students – parents and family are invited to attend the show at Second Storey Theatre in Port Coquitlam.  This is a community based program open to all children in the community ages 12 and up.  Comfortable clothing is a must, and all supplies will be provided. The sessions on June 28th and July 5th will be held at Second Storey Theatre in Port Coquitlam. A limit of 10 children will guarantee the full participation of all children attending, and will give them the most benefit.  Please register early to avoid disappointment.   Please click here to view the poster and registration form. LOCATION:1390 Laurier Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/improv-live-coquitlam/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110527T083000 DTEND:20110527T150000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110504T165512 LAST-MODIFIED:20110504T165605 UID:5754@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:BC People First AGM and Workshop (Vancouver) DESCRIPTION:The BC People First AGM and Workshop will take place on May 27th from 8:30 am - 3:00 pm at Creekside Community Center – 1 Athlete’s Way, Vancouver BC Cost to attend it $15.00 and includes lunch. RSVP by May 23rd to Lori Sherritt 604-415-4503 or to BCPF98@yahoo.com. LOCATION:1 Athlete’s Way URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/bc-people-first-agm-and-workshop-vancouver/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110505T183000 DTEND:20110505T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110504T163651 LAST-MODIFIED:20110504T163651 UID:5752@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Sibling Workshops (Vancouver) DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how having a sibling with a disability has shaped who you are? Curious to get to know other adult siblings of people with disabilities? Interested in using the arts to explore your relationship to your sibling? Take the leap and come meet a group of people who can relate to your stories. Sibling Jam is a new series of workshops every Thursday from May 5th to June 9th. For more information, contact PLAN at 604-346-1890 or e-mail sylvie.rousseau@gmail.com. To learn more, please click here to view the poster.  LOCATION:#260 - 3665 Kingsway URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/sibling-workshops-vancouver/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110426 DTEND:20110428 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110421T180913 LAST-MODIFIED:20110421T180913 UID:5589@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Every Piece Matter: SITI Conference 2011 (Victoria) DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for Every Piece Matters: Building a Vibrant Community Mosaic, the South Island Training Initiative's 6th annual training conference for community social service providers. For more information, including registration details, please click here. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/every-piece-matter-siti-conference-2011-victoria/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110510T090000 DTEND:20110510T153000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110421T180619 LAST-MODIFIED:20110421T180619 UID:5588@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Does your Emergency Planning include People with Disabilities? (Richmond) DESCRIPTION:Every organization should be prepared for an emergency but are you? How will your organization respond to a large scale emergency? What will your role be if an emergency or a natural disaster strikes?               Volunteer Richmond Information Services and Richmond Centre for Disability invite community agencies to attend Leave No One Out: Community Training in Emergency Planning. This valuable workshop will get you talking about Service Continuity and Emergency Preparedness with a focus on ensuring that people with disabilities are not left without support.  Date:                 Tuesday, May 10, 2011 Time:                 9:00am Registration                          9:30am - 3:30pm Workshop Location:          Room M2.004, Richmond City Hall (6911 No. 3 Road) Cost:                FREE - Breakfast and Lunch Provided                            *Please inform us of any dietary or accessibility needs To Register:      Call Richmond Centre for Disability at 604 - 232 - 2404 or Email ian@rcdrichmond. Limited, Register Early! Registration deadline is April 15Space This training was developed through a joint project of the BC Coalition of People with Disabilities and Volunteer Canada, funded by the Government of Canada’s Social Development Partnership Program – Disability Component. Have a suggestion for an Accessibility 100 tip? Email klai@sparc.bc.ca LOCATION:6911 No. 3 Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/does-your-emergency-planning-include-people-with-disabilities-richmond/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110525T090000 DTEND:20110525T163000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110419T231229 LAST-MODIFIED:20110419T231229 UID:5572@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Vancouver Coastal Employment Learning Forum: Foundations for Successful Employment Service Delivery DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this forum is to provide CLBC Service Providers and staff with the information, tools, mentorship, and inspiration they need to successfully deliver employment supports that help a diverse range of individuals achieve their employment goals to the fullest. To learn more, please click here to read the flyer. To register, please click here to download the registration form. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/vancouver-coastal-employment-learning-forum-foundations-for-successful-employment-service-delivery/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110505T170000 DTEND:20110505T190000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110411T205315 LAST-MODIFIED:20110418T215331 UID:5533@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:2nd Annual Salmon Arm Transition Fair DESCRIPTION:This is an opportunity for individuals and families to connect with many of the supports and services available in the community. Refreshment will be served. LOCATION:5970-10th Ave. S.E. URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/transition-fair-salmon-arm-and-area/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110505T130000 DTEND:20110505T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110404T233849 LAST-MODIFIED:20110404T233849 UID:5510@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Cranbrook) DESCRIPTION:Kootenay Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. For more information, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:1402 – 1st Street South URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-cranbrook/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110504T130000 DTEND:20110504T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110404T233657 LAST-MODIFIED:20110404T233657 UID:5509@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Creston) DESCRIPTION:Kootenay Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. For more information, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:312D – 19th Avenue North URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-creston/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110503T130000 DTEND:20110503T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110404T233344 LAST-MODIFIED:20110404T233344 UID:5508@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Nelson) DESCRIPTION:Kootenay Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. For more information, click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:153 Baker Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-nelson/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110502T130000 DTEND:20110502T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110404T233136 LAST-MODIFIED:20110404T233136 UID:5505@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Castlegar) DESCRIPTION:Kootenay Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. For more information, click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:2101 – 6th Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-castlegar/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110915 DTEND:20110917 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110401T224357 LAST-MODIFIED:20110401T224357 UID:5485@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Conference on Agency Transformation (San Francisco) DESCRIPTION:This unique two day conference, held in conjunction with the International Initiative on Mental Health Leadership, will focus on bringing together leaders, activists and agencies from the disability sector who are interested in how agencies can transform themselves so that conventional group service models can be systematically replaced by exclusively person centered options. To learn more, please click here to download the brochure. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/conference-on-agency-transformation-san-francisco/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110608T180000 DTEND:20110608T200000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110401T212951 LAST-MODIFIED:20110401T212951 UID:5478@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Families Connecting with Families (Surrey) DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by CLBC Surrey/Delta Community Council Members, this is an opportunity for families to connect with other families to share information and resources. For more information, including the dates and themes for future meetings, please click here to download the flyer. LOCATION:#6 – 13350 – 77th Ave URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/families-connecting-with-families-surrey-5/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110511T180000 DTEND:20110511T200000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110401T212628 LAST-MODIFIED:20110401T212628 UID:5477@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Families Connecting with Families (Surrey) DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by CLBC Surrey/Delta Community Council Members, this is an opportunity for families to connect with other families to share information and resources. For more information, including the dates and themes for future meetings, please click here to download the flyer. LOCATION:#6 – 13350 – 77th Ave URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/families-connecting-with-families-surrey-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110430T110000 DTEND:20110430T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110330T225041 LAST-MODIFIED:20110330T225756 UID:5472@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Autism Expo - Live, Laugh, Learn (Nanaimo) DESCRIPTION:Join the local Autism Society of BC and Leadership Vancouver Island's Team TrailBlazers in celebrating Autism Awareness Month in BC. FREE ADMISSION - 11am until 4pm at Nanaimo's Beban Park auditorium. This is an opportunity for families affected by autism to connect with organizations and businesses that off­er autism intervention services to the Central Vancouver Island area. Enjoy games and activities for children, a silent auction, and free food and refreshments for all. For more information, please contact: Ashley Nichols at nicholsashley@hotmail.com or 250-616-8007. LOCATION:2300 Bowen Rd URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/autism-expo-live-laugh-learn-nanaimo/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110407T090000 DTEND:20110407T140000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110330T224407 LAST-MODIFIED:20110330T224407 UID:5469@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Victoria Autism Awareness Walk/Run DESCRIPTION:The 2nd annual Victoria Autism Awareness Walk is a family oriented 5K walk or 10K fun run. This event raises community awareness and acceptance of autism, as well as much needed funds for programs and services by supporting the Victoria Society for Children with Autism and the Mosaic Learning Society. Registration is $25 for adults and $10 for children. Information and registration forms are available at www.victoriaautismwalk.com. For more information contact Laurel Duruisseau: laurel@mosaiclearning.org or 250-590-2746. LOCATION:Patricia Bay Highway URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/victoria-autism-awareness-walkrun/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110409T100000 DTEND:20110409T150000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110329T222602 LAST-MODIFIED:20110329T223038 UID:5466@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Family Promoting Employment First (Vancouver) DESCRIPTION:Employment holds an important part in everyone’s life. Join the Family Support Institute in a workshop that can help you to develop some ideas and strategies around employment for your son or daughter. We can help you begin to think differently about employment and what it means for your loved ones. • What roles do families play? • What could a family’s role be? • How can families play an active role in preparing, planning and pursuing employment? • How can families use ideas and tools to profile, promote and support their sons and daughters towards employment? To learn more about this event, please click here to download the poster. Contact to RSVP your spot: Liz Cochran at 604-733 6252 or lizanddoug@hotmail.com LOCATION:2110 West 43rd (@West Bld) URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/family-promoting-employment-first-vancouver/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110403T190000 DTEND:20110403T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110329T194511 LAST-MODIFIED:20110329T194711 UID:5463@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:The BeCommunity Art Show Grand Opening - April 3rd to 30th (Victoria) DESCRIPTION:Members of the the Becon Support Services Community have created original works of art, for show and for sale. Come out and support the community's local and emerging artists - with and without developmental disabilities. DJ Mike-A-Lot will be playing music and refreshments will be available for purchase. The show will run from April 3rd to 30th. Opening night is Sunday, April 3rd 7:00pm to 8:30 pm. LOCATION:418 Craigflower Road (Across from Vic West Y) URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/the-becommunity-art-show-grand-opening-april-3rd-to-30th-victoria/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110507T190000 DTEND:20110507T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110329T192954 LAST-MODIFIED:20110329T192954 UID:5462@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Mission Self-Advocacy Group - Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:Your ticket includes: beef, veggie or chicken burger with fries or tossed salad, with draft beer, wine or pop. LOCATION:32516 14th Ave. URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/mission-self-advocacy-group-fundraiser/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110318T180000 DTEND:20110318T220000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110316T220929 LAST-MODIFIED:20110316T220929 UID:5371@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Spring Social Fundraiser Celebrating World Down Syndrome Awareness Day (Surrey) DESCRIPTION:The Lower Mainland Down Syndrome Society presents the Spring Social Fundraising for World Down Syndrome Day. Date: March 18, 2011  Doors open at 6PM, Buffet Dinner at 7PM Location: Fraser Downs, 17750 60th Avenue, Surrey *50 available advance ticket purchase: $35 - Adults, $25 - Seniors/Self Advocates, price includes buffet dinner* PLUS enjoy: 50/50 Draw, Toonie Toss, Silent auction items, fundraiser name in our official race day program 1 Fraser Downs prize for our silent auction Starting gate ride Backstretch tour Ticket payment MUST be received by February 28th: no refunds after March 2nd. *After February 28th ticket prices are $40 - Adults and $25 - Seniors/Sef Advocates* For more information and to purchase tickets please call the Lower Mainland Down Syndrome Society at 604-591-2722 or email info@cdss.com Visa and MasterCard are accepted. LOCATION:17750 60th Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/spring-social-fundraiser-celebrating-world-down-syndrome-awareness-day-surrey/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110331T090000 DTEND:20110331T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110316T175040 LAST-MODIFIED:20110316T175313 UID:5367@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:The Changing Role of Providing Support Within Community Living (Victoria) DESCRIPTION:On March 31st The Garth Homer Society will be presenting “The Changing Role of Providing Support Within Community Living” – a look at the shift to individualised supports, leadership at the ground level, and the facilitation of autonomy for people with disabilities. Where does it all leave us and how do we catch up, and why do we want to? Date: March 31st, 2011 9AM - 4PM (Registration starts at 8:30 AM) Location: The Comfort Inn, 3020 Blanshard Street, Victoria To register, contact the Garth Homer Society at 250-475-2270 or visit their website www.garthhomer.com Cost is $25, including lunch. Seats are limited, so register early. For more information please visit: http://101friends.wordpress.com/2011/03/01/the-changing-role-of-providing-support-within-community-living/ LOCATION:3020 Blanshard Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/the-changing-role-of-providing-support-within-community-living-victoria/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110428T130000 DTEND:20110428T213000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110315T221249 LAST-MODIFIED:20110315T221249 UID:5359@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Burnaby) DESCRIPTION:Simon Fraser Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. To learn more, please click here to download the invitation. Please note, the same session is being offered at two different times: 1:00pm to 4:00pm 6:30pm to 9:30pm LOCATION:6450 Deer Lake Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-burnaby/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110511T180000 DTEND:20110511T200000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110314T082007 LAST-MODIFIED:20110314T082007 UID:5322@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Families connecting with Families (Surrey) DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by CLBC Surrey/Delta Community Council Members, this is an opportunity for families to connect with other families to share information and resources. This meeting will be a workshop. For more information, including the dates and themes for future meetings, please click here to download the flyer. LOCATION:#6 – 13350 – 77th Ave URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/families-connecting-with-families-surrey-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110413T180000 DTEND:20110413T200000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110314T081836 LAST-MODIFIED:20110314T081836 UID:5321@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Families connecting with Families (Surrey) DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by CLBC Surrey/Delta Community Council Members, this is an opportunity for families to connect with other families to share information and resources. This meeting will focus on Social Networks. For more information, including the dates and themes for future meetings, please click here to download the flyer. LOCATION:#6 – 13350 – 77th Ave URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/families-connecting-with-families-surrey-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110309T180000 DTEND:20110309T200000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110314T081618 LAST-MODIFIED:20110314T081618 UID:5319@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Families Connecting with Families (Surrey) DESCRIPTION:This is a group for families with individuals with a developmental disability over the age of 15. Facilitated by CLBC Surrey/Delta Community Council Members, this is an opportunity for families to connect with other families to share information and resources. The first meeting is: March 09th, 2011, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. This initial meeting is to find out what families want to get from the gathering. (Coffee & tea will be provided at the meetings). For more information, including the dates and themes for future meetings, please click here to download the flyer. LOCATION:#6 – 13350 – 77th Ave URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/families-connecting-with-families-surrey/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110401T073000 DTEND:20110401T133000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110314T080940 LAST-MODIFIED:20110314T080940 UID:5318@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:World Autism Awareness Day Event (Vancouver) DESCRIPTION: Rally and Walk: 7:30-9:00am Concert and BBQ: 11:30am-1:30pm featuring a live performance by Barney Bentall CBC Plaza, 700 Hamilton Street For more information, please visit Canucksautism.ca and go to Upcoming Events. LOCATION:700 Hamilton Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/world-autism-awareness-day-event-vancouver/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110330T100000 DTEND:20110330T130000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110314T075500 LAST-MODIFIED:20110314T075500 UID:5315@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Educational Workshop for Self-Advocates (Victoria) DESCRIPTION:Calling all Self-Advocates! You are invited to a workshop and pizza lunch on Wednesday, March 30, from 10:00 am to 1:00pm, at the First Victoria Unitarian Church, 5575 West Saanich Road, Victoria. (Doors open at 9:30 am) Presenters: Aaron Johannes and Susan Stanfield from Spectrum Society in Vancouver. For more information, please click here to download the poster and registration form. LOCATION:5575 West Saanich Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/educational-workshop-for-self-advocates-victoria/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110512T180000 DTEND:20110512T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110314T074846 LAST-MODIFIED:20110314T074846 UID:5314@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Surrey) DESCRIPTION:Surrey, Delta and White Rock Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how, as a community, we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. We hope these forums, which are taking place throughout BC, will assist with identifying the varying needs, interests and areas of concern of individuals and families. For more information, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:9850 King George Blvd. URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-surrey/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110525T130000 DTEND:20110525T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110314T074642 LAST-MODIFIED:20110314T074705 UID:5313@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Delta) DESCRIPTION:Surrey, Delta and White Rock Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how, as a community, we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. We hope these forums, which are taking place throughout BC, will assist with identifying the varying needs, interests and areas of concern of individuals and families. For more information, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:4734 - 51st Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-delta/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110414T130000 DTEND:20110414T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110314T074501 LAST-MODIFIED:20110314T074501 UID:5311@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (White Rock)) DESCRIPTION:Surrey, Delta and White Rock Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how, as a community, we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. We hope these forums, which are taking place throughout BC, will assist with identifying the varying needs, interests and areas of concern of individuals and families. For more information, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:15154 Russell Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-white-rock/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110313 DTEND:20110314 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110309T235205 LAST-MODIFIED:20110309T235205 UID:5302@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:A Social Life Group DESCRIPTION:Check out this social life group for parents and kids 14 to 24 years of age with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Meet new people and have fun! March 13 to June 12 - Every 2nd and 4th Sunday. For more information, click here to download the poster. E-mail: asociallife@yahoo.com Join the Facebook group: "A Social Life" LOCATION:620 8th Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/a-social-life-group/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110414T130000 DTEND:20110414T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110307T200257 LAST-MODIFIED:20110307T200257 UID:5283@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Chilliwack) DESCRIPTION:Upper Fraser Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. To learn more, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:45530 Spadina Ave URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-chilliwack/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110413T130000 DTEND:20110413T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110307T195807 LAST-MODIFIED:20110307T195807 UID:5282@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Abbotsford) DESCRIPTION:Upper Fraser Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. To learn more, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:2825 Clearbrook Rd. URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-abbotsford/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110412T130000 DTEND:20110412T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110307T194646 LAST-MODIFIED:20110307T194646 UID:5280@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Langley) DESCRIPTION:Upper Fraser Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. To learn more, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:20355 Douglas Crescent URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-langley/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110405T130000 DTEND:20110405T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110303T183904 LAST-MODIFIED:20110303T183904 UID:5246@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Richmond) DESCRIPTION:Richmond Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. There will two sessions from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. You can attend either session. To learn more, please click here to view the invitation. LOCATION:100 – 7700 Minoru Gate URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-richmond/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110308T190000 DTEND:20110308T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110301T201727 LAST-MODIFIED:20110301T202159 UID:5209@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:"Focus on Comprehension" - Teaching Tips for Parents (Port Coquitlam) DESCRIPTION:This is a comprehensive skills workshop for parents, designed to help foster and implement comprehension skills while they read with their child at home. Parents will take home a Comprehension Skills Tool Box. Jennifer Carson is a provincially certified teacher and reading specialist working with children and adolescence having difficulty learning to read and write. Currently the Language Arts Resource Teacher for Kenneth Gordon Maplewood School, Jennifer previously worked as a classroom teacher for the York Region Board of Education in Ontario. She has complete post-graduate work in the Orton Gillingham methodology and has extensive experience in all areas of language fluency. Components of this workshop: “BEFORE” READING STRATEGIES “DURING” READING STRATEGIES “AFTER” READING STRATEGIES For more information, including the event registration form, please click here. LOCATION:1390 Laurier Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/focus-on-comprehension-teaching-tips-for-parents-port-coquitlam/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110329T160000 DTEND:20110329T200000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110221T203426 LAST-MODIFIED:20110221T203426 UID:5062@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Garth Homer Annual Resource Fair DESCRIPTION:Visit the Resource Fair to learn more about: What choices are available to you and your family Who the current service providers are for adults supported through Community Living British Columbia Recreational options Transition planning for individuals entering into the adult service world 4 pm – 8 pm Refreshments will be available with all proceeds going to support a local youth program. LOCATION:813 Darwin St. URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/garth-homer-annual-resource-fair/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110317T093000 DTEND:20110317T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110218T233822 LAST-MODIFIED:20110218T234505 UID:5053@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:2011 Fraser Self-Advocates' Conference DESCRIPTION:Come make new friends, learn, chat and have fun! Join your peers and friends to discuss topics that are of interest to you. This conference is put on by self-advocates in the Fraser* communities, to learn from each other. Topics may include: Story telling with Shelley Nessman Money Sense Transportation and transit Employment Community connections And more! Conference costs $5 and includes lunch and drinks. For more information on registration, please click here to view the registration form. *Fraser includes the general areas of: Fort Langley, Aldergrove, Clearbrook, Hope, Boston Bar, Agassiz, Surrey, Burnaby, New West, Maple Ridge, Port Coquitlam, Coquitlam, Langley, Abbotsford, Chilliwack and Mission. LOCATION:13530 72nd Avenue (King George Highway & 72nd) URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/2011-fraser-self-advocates-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110226T090000 DTEND:20110226T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110218T192001 LAST-MODIFIED:20110218T192001 UID:5008@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Families Promoting Employment (Victoria) DESCRIPTION:Employment holds an important part in everyone’s life.  Join the Family Support Institute in a workshop that can help you to develop some ideas and strategies around employment for your son or daughter. We can help you begin to think differently about employment and what it means for your loved ones. What roles do families play? What could a family’s role be? How can families play an active role in preparing, planning and pursuing employment? How can families use ideas and tools to profile, promote and support their sons and daughters towards employment? To learn more, please click here to download the flyer. LOCATION:Suite #203 – 780 Tolmie Ave. (above Staples) URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/families-promoting-employment-victoria/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110407T090000 DTEND:20110407T120000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110218T191248 LAST-MODIFIED:20110218T191520 UID:5006@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (William's Lake) DESCRIPTION:The Thompson Cariboo Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. To learn more, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:51 S. 4th Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-williams-lake/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110301T180000 DTEND:20110301T200000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110218T190515 LAST-MODIFIED:20110218T190515 UID:5005@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Writing an Adult Plan Training Sessions (Victoria) - Session IV DESCRIPTION:Learn to Write a Goal Based Plan Learn About Making a Request for Service at CLBC February 21, 23, 28 and March 2 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. @ 220 – 174 Wilson Street Session l: Policy, Planning and Procedures at CLBC Information about planning including a discussion about the Guide to Support Allocation (GSA) Session ll: Training in Goal Based Planning A step by step “how to” regarding the importance of goals and planning for your son’s or daughter’s future. This session will include an inspiring video: “Michael’s Story”, a review of the Self Advocate Workbook and a Q&A period. Session lll and IV: Writing the Plan Bring a laptop if you have one. This session will cover the nuts and bolts of planning for your son or daughter with support from CLBC Facilitators These sessions will afford you with an opportunity to connect with other parents, learn about CLBC Request for Service procedures and have a little fun. Refreshments will be served. RSVP: Jennifer Pratt at (250) 952-4203 LOCATION:220 – 174 Wilson Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/writing-an-adult-plan-training-sessions-victoria-session-iv/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110228T180000 DTEND:20110228T200000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110218T185709 LAST-MODIFIED:20110218T185718 UID:5004@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Writing an Adult Plan Training Sessions (Victoria) - Session III DESCRIPTION:Learn to Write a Goal Based Plan Learn About Making a Request for Service at CLBC February 21, 23, 28 and March 2 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. @ 220 – 174 Wilson Street Session l: Policy, Planning and Procedures at CLBC Information about planning including a discussion about the Guide to Support Allocation (GSA) Session ll: Training in Goal Based Planning A step by step “how to” regarding the importance of goals and planning for your son’s or daughter’s future. This session will include an inspiring video: “Michael’s Story”, a review of the Self Advocate Workbook and a Q&A period. Session lll and IV: Writing the Plan Bring a laptop if you have one. This session will cover the nuts and bolts of planning for your son or daughter with support from CLBC Facilitators These sessions will afford you with an opportunity to connect with other parents, learn about CLBC Request for Service procedures and have a little fun. Refreshments will be served. RSVP: Jennifer Pratt at (250) 952-4203 LOCATION:220 – 174 Wilson Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/writing-an-adult-plan-training-sessions-victoria-session-iii/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110223T180000 DTEND:20110223T200000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110218T185114 LAST-MODIFIED:20110218T185114 UID:5003@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Writing an Adult Plan Training Sessions (Victoria) - Session II DESCRIPTION:Learn to Write a Goal Based Plan Learn About Making a Request for Service at CLBC February 21, 23, 28 and March 2 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. @ 220 – 174 Wilson Street Session l: Policy, Planning and Procedures at CLBC Information about planning including a discussion about the Guide to Support Allocation (GSA) Session ll: Training in Goal Based Planning A step by step “how to” regarding the importance of goals and planning for your son’s or daughter’s future. This session will include an inspiring video: “Michael’s Story”, a review of the Self Advocate Workbook and a Q&A period. Session lll and IV: Writing the Plan Bring a laptop if you have one. This session will cover the nuts and bolts of planning for your son or daughter with support from CLBC Facilitators These sessions will afford you with an opportunity to connect with other parents, learn about CLBC Request for Service procedures and have a little fun. Refreshments will be served. RSVP: Jennifer Pratt at (250) 952-4203 LOCATION:220 – 174 Wilson Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/writing-an-adult-plan-training-sessions-victoria-session-ii/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110221T180000 DTEND:20110221T200000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110218T184829 LAST-MODIFIED:20110218T184923 UID:5002@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Writing an Adult Plan Training Sessions (Victoria) - Session I DESCRIPTION:Learn to Write a Goal Based Plan Learn About Making a Request for Service at CLBC February 21, 23, 28 and March 2 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. @ 220 – 174 Wilson Street Session l: Policy, Planning and Procedures at CLBC Information about planning including a discussion about the Guide to Support Allocation (GSA) Session ll: Training in Goal Based Planning A step by step “how to” regarding the importance of goals and planning for your son’s or daughter’s future. This session will include an inspiring video: “Michael’s Story”, a review of the Self Advocate Workbook and a Q&A period. Session lll and IV: Writing the Plan Bring a laptop if you have one. This session will cover the nuts and bolts of planning for your son or daughter with support from CLBC Facilitators These sessions will afford you with an opportunity to connect with other parents, learn about CLBC Request for Service procedures and have a little fun. Refreshments will be served. RSVP: Jennifer Pratt at (250) 952-4203 LOCATION:220 – 174 Wilson Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/writing-an-adult-plan-training-sessions-victoria-session-i/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110225T093000 DTEND:20110225T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110217T182117 LAST-MODIFIED:20110217T185610 UID:4966@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Building Personal Support Networks Workshop - Vancouver DESCRIPTION:In 2007, CLBC funded four demonstration projects that examined ways of deepening and expanding personal support networks in the lives of people with developmental disabilities. In follow up to this work, CLBC partnered with Spectrum Society to develop a one-day workshop that is being hosted in communities throughout the province. Local agencies bring together people in their community who are interested in exploring this issue. This workshop is intended to create a dialogue on building personal support networks, and to expand on some of the lessons learned through the demonstration projects. Learn about the concept of a personal support network Hear success stories from other areas of the province and contribute your own ideas and stories Network with others in your community and learn about networking opportunities Generate solution-oriented steps and strategies for expanding relationships To learn more, please click here to download the flyer. LOCATION:1825 West 16th Ave URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/building-personal-support-networks-workshop-vancouver/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110317T100000 DTEND:20110317T120000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110217T181348 LAST-MODIFIED:20110217T181514 UID:4964@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:CLBC Forum on Ageing - Vernon DESCRIPTION:As we get older, our needs and interests change. Please join other self advocates to talk about retirement, activities, and issues that you may be thinking about as you age. To learn more, please click here to read the full invitation. LOCATION:3505 – 30th Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/clbc-forum-on-ageing-vernon/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110316T100000 DTEND:20110316T120000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110217T181031 LAST-MODIFIED:20110217T181101 UID:4962@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:CLBC Forum on Ageing – Salmon Arm DESCRIPTION:As we get older, our needs and interests change. Please join other self advocates to talk about retirement, activities, and issues that you may be thinking about as you age. To learn more, please click here to read the full invitation. LOCATION:451 Shuswap Street SW URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/clbc-forum-on-ageing-%e2%80%93-salmon-arm/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110310T130000 DTEND:20110310T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110217T002550 LAST-MODIFIED:20110217T002550 UID:4959@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Campbell River) DESCRIPTION:Central-Upper Island CLBC Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. To learn more, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:621 Island Highway URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-campbell-river/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110309T130000 DTEND:20110309T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110217T001955 LAST-MODIFIED:20110217T001955 UID:4957@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Courtenay) DESCRIPTION:Central-Upper Island CLBC Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. To learn more, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:360 Cliffe Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-courtenay/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110308T130000 DTEND:20110308T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110217T001615 LAST-MODIFIED:20110217T001615 UID:4955@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Nanaimo) DESCRIPTION:Central-Upper Island CLBC Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. To learn more, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:2300 Bowen Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-nanaimo/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110228T130000 DTEND:20110228T170000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110216T232820 LAST-MODIFIED:20110216T232820 UID:4954@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Customized Employment - Continuing Studies (Kelowna) DESCRIPTION:In this course, students will be introduced to the four essential components of Customized Employment (CE): Discovery, Job Search Planning, Job Development and Negotiation and Post-Placement Support. Through lecture, dialogue and sharing, and interactive sessions with job seekers and potential employers, students will develop a range of competencies within these components that enable them, in collaboration with the job seeker, to complete the tasks involved in CE. The student is encouraged to work through the activities with a specific client in mind. Schedule:  Feb. 28: 1 - 5 p.m. Mar. 1 & 2: 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mar. 3: 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Mar. 4: 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. $736 + HST To register: In Person: 1000 KLO Rd, Kelowna, BC Call: 250-862-5480 Online: www.okanagan.bc.ca/csreg Winter 2011: KLO Campus: CRN 80458 LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/customized-employment-continuing-studies-kelowna/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110305T130000 DTEND:20110305T170000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110216T225848 LAST-MODIFIED:20110216T230342 UID:4952@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:The Art of Being Together (Vancouver) DESCRIPTION:Join Vancouver's most talented emerging artists and a panel of respected art judges to celebrate the spirit of community. Vote for the People's Choice Award. Bid in a silent auction. And help create a piece of community art which is being donated to South Slope School, BC Provincial School for the Deaf. Proceeds benefit L'Arche Greater Vancouver, an organization dedicated to providing homes and day programs for people with developmental disabilities. Art celebrates the whole person: body, soul and spirit. And so does L'Arche. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/the-art-of-being-together-vancouver/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110226T100000 DTEND:20110226T143000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110209T071446 LAST-MODIFIED:20110209T071446 UID:4903@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Individualized Funding and Microboards (Delta) DESCRIPTION:Delta Community Living Society & the Delta Family Alliance Network invite you to attend a workshop about Individualized Funding and Microboards. Fee: $10.00 (inc. lunch and refreshment) Presenter: Linda Perry, Vela Microboard Association Closing date for registration is Friday, February 19 To register contact Joanne Fee at jfee@dcls.ca or call 604.946.9508 ext 222 LOCATION:#1-3800-72nd Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/individualized-funding-and-microboards-delta/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110226T100000 DTEND:20110226T140000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110209T071058 LAST-MODIFIED:20110209T071058 UID:4902@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Leaving High School – What’s Next? (Richmond) DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed to help families understand how to prepare and plan for their child’s transition from high school into community life. Presenter: Nancy Hoyano from the Family Support Institute Registration: $15 10 am to 2 pm Lunch, snacks and drinks included in registration fee. Please bring your own cup. For more information, contact Lori Campion at 604 668-6093 LOCATION:5011 Granville Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/leaving-high-school-%e2%80%93-what%e2%80%99s-next-richmond/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110215T183000 DTEND:20110215T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110209T070731 LAST-MODIFIED:20110209T070731 UID:4901@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Transition Planning: High School to Adult Community Living Supports & Options (Port Coquitlam) DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking about how to begin planning for your youth and their transition from high school to adult life? You are invited to join resource teachers and representatives from School District #43 and Cathy Anthony from the Simon Fraser Society for Community Living for an information sharing meeting. Time: 6:30 to 8:30 pm RSVP to Cathy Anthony at 604 525-9494 or canthony@sfscl.org LOCATION:2215 Reeve Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/transition-planning-high-school-to-adult-community-living-supports-options-port-coquitlam/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110214T090000 DTEND:20110214T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110209T070448 LAST-MODIFIED:20110209T070457 UID:4900@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Building Bridges: An Introduction to Community Based Engagement (Campbell River) DESCRIPTION:Developed for front line staff who practice community based inclusion for adults with developmental disabilities. There is no cost to attend this all-day event. Lunch will be provided. The event is sponsored by CLBC. Register by Feb. 9 to jay@cybct.com or 250 331-2159 Required handouts available at www.cvbct.com LOCATION:470 Island Highway URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/building-bridges-an-introduction-to-community-based-engagement-campbell-river/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110211T084500 DTEND:20110211T161500 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110209T070158 LAST-MODIFIED:20110209T070219 UID:4899@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Building Bridges through Understanding Workshop (Courtenay) DESCRIPTION:Explore traditional Aboriginal ways and values and learn how to address discrimination. One workshop, including lunch: $35 Two workshops, including lunch: $50 Building Bridges: 8:45 am to 12:00 pm Response Training: 1:00 pm to 4:15 pm Full payment must be received by January 5. For more info, e-mail Kathie@ceas.ca or Alison@ceas.ca LOCATION:2299 Cliffe Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/building-bridges-through-understanding-workshop-courtenay/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110210T183000 DTEND:20110210T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110209T065742 LAST-MODIFIED:20110209T065816 UID:4898@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Transition Planning: High School to Adult Community Living Supports & Options (Coquitlam) DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking about how to begin planning for your youth and their transition from high school to adult life? You are invited to join resource teachers and representatives from School District #43 and Cathy Anthony from the Simon Fraser Society for Community Living for an information sharing meeting. Time: 6:30 to 8:30 pm RSVP to Cathy Anthony at 604 525-9494 or canthony@sfscl.org. LOCATION:1100 Winslow URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/transition-planning-high-school-to-adult-community-living-supports-options-coquitlam/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110402T100000 DTEND:20110402T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110207T202915 LAST-MODIFIED:20110207T202945 UID:4888@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Managing Supports & Services - What you need to know to get started (Vernon) DESCRIPTION:A workshop for those managing service funds through CLBC’s Individualized Funding - Direct Funding (IF-DF) and Vela Microboards This day long workshop has been created to help those in receipt of, or those soon to receive funds to provide services through IF – DF or a Microboard. We will explore innovative supports and how we can balance that innovation with the day to expectations of meeting contract obligations. Where do we find motivation for creativity while we are also managing very real challenges: of ensuring we are meeting our contract expectations; understanding BC’s Employment Standards; learning what is expected of us from Canada Revenue Agency; etc. Meet others that are working through these challenges and learn about the ways you can balance greater flexibility with your role as an employer. For more information, please click here to download the poster. LOCATION:Room 006 – #101 – 3402 – 27th Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/managing-supports-services-what-you-need-to-know-to-get-started-vernon/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110317T130000 DTEND:20110317T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110205T013256 LAST-MODIFIED:20110205T013256 UID:4861@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Vernon) DESCRIPTION:North Okanagan CLBC Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. To learn more, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:3505 – 30th Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-vernon/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110316T130000 DTEND:20110316T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110205T013003 LAST-MODIFIED:20110205T013003 UID:4859@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Salmon Arm) DESCRIPTION:North Okanagan CLBC Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. To learn more, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:451 Shuswap Street SW URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-salmon-arm/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110205T180000 DTEND:20110205T213000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110128T230446 LAST-MODIFIED:20110128T230841 UID:4804@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Vancouver Parents Transition Group - Winter Social and Potluck DESCRIPTION:Get together to share friendship and support and best of all, dreams about our children's futures Bring your favorite dish to share and we shall provide the rest: hot and cold drinks, good cheers and company! For more information contact: Rachelle Czerwinski: 604-722 8774, r_czerwinski@hotmail.com Liz Cochran: 604-733 6252, lizanddoug@hotmail.com Yuko McCulloch: 604-222 2258, yukomcculloch@telus.net Yvonne Lam: 604-729 8440, yvonne8440@hotmail.com LOCATION:#100 - 2006 West 10TH URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/vancouver-parents-transition-group-winter-social-and-potluck/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110202T183000 DTEND:20110202T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110128T225225 LAST-MODIFIED:20110128T225225 UID:4803@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Vancouver Parents Transition Group (VPT) Meetings DESCRIPTION:VPT is a parent-run, parent led support group that meets 8 times a year the first Wednesday of the month (no meetings are held in January, July, August and September). The VPT looks forward to welcoming all interested families at its next meeting on Wednesday, February 2. John Davies, Vancouver Manager for Planning and Community Development for Community Living BC will speak, as well as a representative from Health Services for Community Living who will talk about health services available for people with disabilities (i.e. dental hygiene, occupational therapy). Location: Pacific Spirit Community Health Centre, 2110 West 43rd (@West Blvd) Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm Date: Wednesday, February 2 , 2011 LOCATION:2110 West 43rd (@West Blvd) URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/vancouver-parents-transition-group-vpt-meetings/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110217T130000 DTEND:20110217T213000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110126T003849 LAST-MODIFIED:20110126T003934 UID:4768@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:CLBC Forum on Ageing - Vancouver DESCRIPTION:Join the Conversation… Create better understanding of the needs of adults with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. We welcome your input! The Vancouver Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of aging people eligible for CLBC services. When: Thursday February 17th 2011 Time: 1 pm – 4 pm and 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm Where: Oakridge Auditorium (West side of Oakridge Mall), 41st and Cambie, Vancouver For more information, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:41st and Cambie URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/clbc-forum-on-ageing-vancouver/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110222T130000 DTEND:20110222T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110124T213253 LAST-MODIFIED:20110124T213253 UID:4749@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families (Penticton) DESCRIPTION:South Okanagan CLBC Community Council invites you to participate in a discussion about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. These discussions will help develop a better understanding of the varying needs, interests, and areas of concern that will impact their lives and help generate ideas on how as a community we can best support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they age. Discussions will also explore where partnerships and joint responses can be established to address the needs and interests of ageing people eligible for CLBC services. To learn more, please click here to download the invitation. LOCATION:1050 Eckhardt Ave West URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families-penticton/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110221T090000 DTEND:20110221T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110124T065151 LAST-MODIFIED:20110124T065151 UID:4741@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Building Bridges Forum – Port Alberni DESCRIPTION:Developed for front line Community Connectors, Support Workers, Employment Specialists, Families, Support Networks and Organizations who are invested in community based inclusion potential and practice; Building Bridges is an inspiring and interactive day that includes focus towards foundation, communication, person centered discovery, goal setting, community exploration and inclusion techniques. To Register: Please RSVP Jay Townsend no later than Monday February 14th to jay@cvbct.com or 250-­331-2159. There is NO COST to attend this full day event. Lunch will be provided. Required handouts available at www.cvbct.com. Obtain password when you RSVP. *PLEASE PRINT HANDOUTS AND BRING TO SESSION. To learn more, click here to download the poster. LOCATION:3835 Redford Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/building-bridges-forum-%e2%80%93-port-alberni/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110302T090000 DTEND:20110302T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110124T064823 LAST-MODIFIED:20110124T064823 UID:4739@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Building Bridges Forum – Nanaimo DESCRIPTION:Developed for front line Community Connectors, Support Workers, Employment Specialists, Families, Support Networks and Organizations who are invested in community based inclusion potential and practice; Building Bridges is an inspiring and interactive day that includes focus towards foundation, communication, person centered discovery, goal setting, community exploration and inclusion techniques. To Register: Please RSVP Jay Townsend no later than Wednesday February 23rd to jay@cvbct.com or 250-­331-2159. There is NO COST to attend this full day event. Lunch will be provided. Required handouts available at www.cvbct.com. Obtain password when you RSVP. *PLEASE PRINT HANDOUTS AND BRING TO SESSION. To learn more, click here to download the poster. LOCATION:2300 Bowen Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/building-bridges-forum-%e2%80%93-nanaimo/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110316T090000 DTEND:20110316T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110124T064510 LAST-MODIFIED:20110124T064510 UID:4737@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Building Bridges Forum – Duncan DESCRIPTION:Developed for front line Community Connectors, Support Workers, Employment Specialists, Families, Support Networks and Organizations who are invested in community based inclusion potential and practice; Building Bridges is an inspiring and interactive day that includes focus towards foundation, communication, person centered discovery, goal setting, community exploration and inclusion techniques. To Register: Please RSVP Jay Townsend no later than Wednesday, March 9th at jay@cvbct.com or 250-­331-2159. There is NO COST to attend this full day event. Lunch will be provided. Required handouts available at www.cvbct.com. Obtain password when you RSVP. *PLEASE PRINT HANDOUTS AND BRING TO SESSION. To learn more, click here to download the poster. LOCATION:2687 James Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/building-bridges-forum-%e2%80%93-duncan/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110208T090000 DTEND:20110208T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110124T064127 LAST-MODIFIED:20110124T064127 UID:4735@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Building Bridges Forum – Parksville DESCRIPTION:Developed for front line Community Connectors, Support Workers, Employment Specialists, Families, Support Networks and Organizations who are invested in community based inclusion potential and practice; Building Bridges is an inspiring and interactive day that includes focus towards foundation, communication, person centered discovery, goal setting, community exploration and inclusion techniques. To Register: Please RSVP Jay Townsend no later than Thursday, February 3rd to jay@cvbct.com or 250-­331-2159. There is NO COST to attend this full day event. Lunch will be provided. Required handouts available at www.cvbct.com. Obtain password when you RSVP. *PLEASE PRINT HANDOUTS AND BRING TO SESSION. To learn more, click here to download the poster. LOCATION:132 E. Jensen Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/building-bridges-forum-%e2%80%93-parksville/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110201T090000 DTEND:20110201T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110124T063738 LAST-MODIFIED:20110124T063738 UID:4733@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Building Bridges Forum – Comox Valley DESCRIPTION:Developed for front line Community Connectors, Support Workers, Employment Specialists, Families, Support Networks and Organizations who are invested in community based inclusion potential and practice; Building Bridges is an inspiring and interactive day that includes focus towards foundation, communication, person centered discovery, goal setting, community exploration and inclusion techniques. To Register: Please RSVP Jay Townsend no later than Thursday, January 27th to  jay@cvbct.com or  250-­331-2159. There is NO COST to attend this full day event. Lunch will be provided. Required handouts available at www.cvbct.com. Obtain password when you RSVP. *PLEASE PRINT HANDOUTS AND BRING TO SESSION. To learn more, click here to download the poster. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/building-bridges-forum-%e2%80%93-comox-valley/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110214T090000 DTEND:20110214T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110124T063146 LAST-MODIFIED:20110124T063146 UID:4731@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Building Bridges Forum - Campbell River DESCRIPTION:Developed for front line Community Connectors, Support Workers, Employment Specialists, Families, Support Networks and Organizations who are invested in community based inclusion potential and practice; Building Bridges is an inspiring and interactive day that includes focus towards foundation, communication, person centered discovery, goal setting, community exploration and inclusion techniques. To Register: Please RSVP Jay Townsend no later than Wednesday February 9th jay@cvbct.com 250-­331-2159. There is NO COST to attend this full day event. Lunch will be provided. Required handouts available at www.cvbct.com. Obtain password when you RSVP. *PLEASE PRINT HANDOUTS AND BRING TO SESSION. To learn more, click here to download the poster. LOCATION:470 Island Highway URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/building-bridges-forum-campbell-river/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110221T183000 DTEND:20110221T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110124T062307 LAST-MODIFIED:20110124T062307 UID:4729@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:A Place to Meet: Sharing the Power of Stories DESCRIPTION:Hosted by: Shelley Nessman, CLBC Self-Advocate Advisor, Sylvie Zebroff, CLBC Family Partnership Advisor, Donna Good Water, Aboriginal Advisor. Come tell your story of inspiration, innovation and experience with developmental disabilities. Your story is valuable and important: we will be learning and practicing how families and individuals can simply and clearly strengthen the power of their stories to share. To learn more, click here to download the poster. LOCATION:13530 72nd Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/a-place-to-meet-sharing-the-power-of-stories-11/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110210T183000 DTEND:20110210T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110124T062008 LAST-MODIFIED:20110124T062008 UID:4727@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:A Place to Meet: Sharing the Power of Stories DESCRIPTION:Hosted by: Shelley Nessman, CLBC Self-Advocate Advisor, Sylvie Zebroff, CLBC Family Partnership Advisor, Donna Good Water, Aboriginal Advisor. Come tell your story of inspiration, innovation and experience with developmental disabilities. Your story is valuable and important: we will be learning and practicing how families and individuals can simply and clearly strengthen the power of their stories to share. To learn more, click here to download the poster. LOCATION:2575 Gladwin Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/a-place-to-meet-sharing-the-power-of-stories-10/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110209T183000 DTEND:20110209T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110124T061745 LAST-MODIFIED:20110124T061745 UID:4725@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:A Place to Meet: Sharing the Power of Stories DESCRIPTION:Hosted by: Shelley Nessman, CLBC Self-Advocate Advisor, Sylvie Zebroff, CLBC Family Partnership Advisor, Donna Good Water, Aboriginal Advisor. Come tell your story of inspiration, innovation and experience with developmental disabilities. Your story is valuable and important: we will be learning and practicing how families and individuals can simply and clearly strengthen the power of their stories to share. To learn more, click here to download the poster. LOCATION:9435 Young Rd URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/a-place-to-meet-sharing-the-power-of-stories-9/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110126T130000 DTEND:20110126T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110115T000024 LAST-MODIFIED:20110115T000024 UID:4663@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Forum on Ageing: Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Families DESCRIPTION:Join the Kelowna Community Council in a conversation about the needs and interests of adults and with developmental disabilities and their families, as they age. To learn more, download the flyer. LOCATION:2402 Highway 97 North URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/forum-on-ageing-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-and-their-families/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110203T123000 DTEND:20110203T140000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110114T194855 LAST-MODIFIED:20110114T194855 UID:4651@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:YMCA Friends, Fitness and Fun DESCRIPTION:YMCA friends, fitness and fun is a program all about making and keeping friends, fostering love for adapted and non-adapted pysical fitness, and building a sense of sharing, in a safe setting, with everyone helping to develop ongoing group activities. This program is designed for youth who are moving into adulthood and may need support and encouragement to be more involved with others. For more information, please contact Charlotte Humphries, YMCA: 604-326-3293. Click here to download the flyer LOCATION:282 West 49th Ave URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/ymca-friends-fitness-and-fun/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110211T180000 DTEND:20110211T220000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110110T195448 LAST-MODIFIED:20110114T225011 UID:4601@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Mission Self Advocates Valentine's Dance DESCRIPTION:Music will be provided by DJ Wheels of Nasasound Productions. Admission is $5 at the door and includes one raffle ticket, one pop and one bag of chips. For more information, please call Bryce at 604-826-8818 or JP at 604-287-6681. Click here to download the poster (262KB pdf) LOCATION:33336 Second Ave URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/mission-self-advocates-valentines-dance/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110127T133000 DTEND:20110127T150000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110108T004219 LAST-MODIFIED:20110108T004729 UID:4599@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:A Place to Meet: Sharing the Power of Stories DESCRIPTION:Hosted by: Shelley Nessman, CLBC Self-Advocate Advisor, Sylvie Zebroff, CLBC Family Partnership Advisor, Donna Good Water, Aboriginal Advisor Come tell your story of inspiration, innovation and experience with developmental disabilities. Your story is valuable and important: we will be learning and practicing how families and individuals can simply and clearly strengthen the power of their stories to share. To learn more, please click here to download the story. LOCATION:3505 30 Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/a-place-to-meet-sharing-the-power-of-stories-8/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110113T183000 DTEND:20110113T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110108T003152 LAST-MODIFIED:20110108T003152 UID:4597@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:A Place to Meet: Sharing the Power of Stories DESCRIPTION:Hosted by: Shelley Nessman, CLBC Self-Advocate Advisor, Sylvie Zebroff, CLBC Family Partnership Advisor, Donna Good Water, Aboriginal Advisor Come tell your story of inspiration, innovation and experience with developmental disabilities. Your story is valuable and important: we will be learning and practicing how families and individuals can simply and clearly strengthen the power of their stories to share. To learn more, please click here to download the poster. LOCATION:2300 Kirkstone Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/a-place-to-meet-sharing-the-power-of-stories-7/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110127T183000 DTEND:20110127T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110108T002904 LAST-MODIFIED:20110108T003237 UID:4595@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:A Place to Meet: Sharing the Power of Stories DESCRIPTION:Hosted by: Shelley Nessman, CLBC Self-Advocate Advisor, Sylvie Zebroff, CLBC Family Partnership Advisor, Donna Good Water, Aboriginal Advisor Come tell your story of inspiration, innovation and experience with developmental disabilities. Your story is valuable and important: we will be learning and practicing how families and individuals can simply and clearly strengthen the power of their stories to share. For more information, click here to download the poster. LOCATION:1546 Bernard Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/a-place-to-meet-sharing-the-power-of-stories-6/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110128T183000 DTEND:20110128T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110108T002637 LAST-MODIFIED:20110108T002637 UID:4593@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:A Place to Meet: Sharing the Power of Stories DESCRIPTION:Hosted by: Shelley Nessman, CLBC Self-Advocate Advisor, Sylvie Zebroff, CLBC Family Partnership Advisor, Donna Good Water, Aboriginal Advisor Come tell your story of inspiration, innovation and experience with developmental disabilities. Your story is valuable and important: we will be learning and practicing how families and individuals can simply and clearly strengthen the power of their stories to share. To learn more, click here to download the poster. LOCATION:2965 South Main Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/a-place-to-meet-sharing-the-power-of-stories-5/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110213 DTEND:20110220 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20110108T002058 LAST-MODIFIED:20110108T002058 UID:4591@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:2011 National Inclusive Education Awards DESCRIPTION:To highlight National Inclusive Education Week and to bring attention to the many positive examples of inclusive classrooms and schools across the country, the Canadian Association for Community Living (CACL) has created a national certificate of recognition to be bestowed upon recipients who have made positive contributions to inclusive education in their province or territory. To learn more, including how to submit a nomination, please click here. Nomination forms must be received by BCACL no later than January 14, 2011. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/2011-national-inclusive-education-awards/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110218 DTEND:20110220 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101223T022940 LAST-MODIFIED:20101223T022940 UID:4518@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Building Bridges: Planning for Your Child’s Future: A Forum DESCRIPTION:CanAssist, together with its community partners, is hosting a two and a half day forum that will bring together families, educators, heatlh providers and social service providers to undertake joint planning that supports middle years children (aged 10-14) with special needs. Visit www.canassist.ca for more information Registration begins on November 19, 2010. LOCATION:957 Burnside Road West URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/building-bridges-planning-for-your-child%e2%80%99s-future-a-forum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110119T183000 DTEND:20110119T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101223T022638 LAST-MODIFIED:20101223T022638 UID:4517@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Information Session for Students with Learning Disabilities and their Families DESCRIPTION:Douglas College and the Centre for Students with Disabilities is offering and information session for students with Learning Disabilities and their families as well as families of students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They would like to share with you what they have to offer students in the way of accommodations and services, adaptive equipment, request for service process, and programs available. Please email jgiampa@sd43.bc.ca before January 17 if you wish to attend. LOCATION:1100 Winslow Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/information-session-for-students-with-learning-disabilities-and-their-families/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110115T100000 DTEND:20110115T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101223T022416 LAST-MODIFIED:20101223T022416 UID:4516@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Managing Supports & Services - What you need to know to get started DESCRIPTION:A workshop for those managing service funds through CLBC’s Individualized Funding - Direct Funding and Vela Microboards. There is no cost but space is limited. Please RSVP to lindaperry@microboard.org by Nov. 29 LOCATION:2825 Clearbrook Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/managing-supports-services-what-you-need-to-know-to-get-started-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110112T080000 DTEND:20110112T100000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101223T022152 LAST-MODIFIED:20101223T022152 UID:4515@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:FASD Learning Series: Winter Videoconference Sessions DESCRIPTION:The Implications of Neuroplasticity for a Brain Affected by FASD Learning Objectives are to learn about: Neuroplasticity in the human brain How neuroplasticity could affect brains damaged by prenatal alcohol consumption The possible implications for cognitive and behavioural interventions The FASD Learning Series is a part of the Alberta government’s commitment to programs for people with FASD. For registration information, visit www.fasd-cmc.alberta.ca. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/fasd-learning-series-winter-videoconference-sessions/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110107T190000 DTEND:20110107T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101223T021836 LAST-MODIFIED:20101223T021855 UID:4514@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Absolute Art Group Show DESCRIPTION:Show Sponsors: Leisure Services and the Quesnel Art Gallery LOCATION:500 North Star Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/absolute-art-group-show/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101213T183000 DTEND:20101213T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101206T181209 LAST-MODIFIED:20101206T181209 UID:4240@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:A Place to Meet: Sharing the Power of Stories 2010/2011 CLBC Community Meetings DESCRIPTION:Hosted by: Shelley Nessman, CLBC Self-Advocate Advisor, Sylvie Zebroff, CLBC Family Partnership Advisor, Donna Good Water, Aboriginal Advisor Come tell your story of inspiration, innovation and experience with developmental disabilities. Your story is valuable and important: we will be learning and practicing how families and individuals can simply and clearly strengthen the power of their stories to share. LOCATION:6550 Bonsor Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/a-place-to-meet-sharing-the-power-of-stories-20102011-clbc-community-meetings-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101209T190000 DTEND:20101209T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101206T180837 LAST-MODIFIED:20101206T180837 UID:4239@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:A Place to Meet: Sharing the Power of Stories 2010/2011 CLBC Community Meetings DESCRIPTION:Hosted by: Shelley Nessman, CLBC Self-Advocate Advisor, Sylvie Zebroff, CLBC Family Partnership Advisor, Donna Good Water, Aboriginal Advisor Come tell your story of inspiration, innovation and experience with developmental disabilities. Your story is valuable and important: we will be learning and practicing how families and individuals can simply and clearly strengthen the power of their stories to share. LOCATION:1330 Fairfield Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/a-place-to-meet-sharing-the-power-of-stories-20102011-clbc-community-meetings-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101208T183000 DTEND:20101208T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101206T180709 LAST-MODIFIED:20101206T180723 UID:4238@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:A Place to Meet: Sharing the Power of Stories 2010/2011 CLBC Community Meetings DESCRIPTION:Hosted by: Shelley Nessman, CLBC Self-Advocate Advisor, Sylvie Zebroff, CLBC Family Partnership Advisor, Donna Good Water, Aboriginal Advisor Come tell your story of inspiration, innovation and experience with developmental disabilities. Your story is valuable and important: we will be learning and practicing how families and individuals can simply and clearly strengthen the power of their stories to share. LOCATION:2300 Bowen Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/a-place-to-meet-sharing-the-power-of-stories-20102011-clbc-community-meetings/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101203T173000 DTEND:20101203T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101203T231717 LAST-MODIFIED:20101203T231717 UID:4233@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:International Day of Persons with Disabilities - Vancouver Celebration DESCRIPTION:Mayor Gregor Robertson and Vancouver City Council are pleased to invite you to celebrate International Day of Persons with Disabilities Friday December 3rd, 2010 5:30 - 9:00 pm Roundhouse Community Centre 181 Rounhouse Mews, Vancouver BC Mayor Robertson will issue a proclamation at 5:30 pm followed by a reception, live performances, craft fair, and art exihibit performed and created by persons with disabilities. Celebrate the achievements of persons with disabilities and the possibility of a world where everyone belongs. For more information, please click on: www.vancouverdisabilitiesday.ca or 604.608-0384 Please forward this information to a friend! Click the heading "SPARC BC" to link directly to our website. Have a suggestion for an Accessibility 100 tip? Email klai@sparc.bc.ca or join the Facebook group by searching for Accessibility Awareness British Columbia. LOCATION:181 Roundhouse Mews URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/international-day-of-persons-with-disabilities-vancouver-celebration/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101204T100000 DTEND:20101204T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101125T193250 LAST-MODIFIED:20101125T193250 UID:4193@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Managing Supports & Services - What you need to know to get started DESCRIPTION:A workshop for those managing service funds through CLBC’s Individualized Funding - Direct Funding and Vela Microboards. There is no cost but space is limited. Please RSVP to lindaperry@microboard.org by Nov. 29. LOCATION:4100 Lambrick Way URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/managing-supports-services-what-you-need-to-know-to-get-started/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101203T193000 DTEND:20101203T213000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101125T193043 LAST-MODIFIED:20101125T193043 UID:4192@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:A Celebration to recognize the International Day of Persons with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Everyone is welcome. Free admission with an opportunity to donate to L’Arche Greater Vancouver. Seating is limited, please RSVP to Amanda Wong, 604 435-9544 and development_assistant@larchevancouver.org. LOCATION:1530 East 22nd Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/a-celebration-to-recognize-the-international-day-of-persons-with-disabilities/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101127T080000 DTEND:20101127T150000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101125T192317 LAST-MODIFIED:20101125T192317 UID:4191@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Autism Spectrum Disorder: Planning for Adulthood DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Anthony Bailey, Chair in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, University of British Columbia Saturday 8:00am – 9:00am Registration 9:00am – 3:00pm Presentation Registration Fees: Professionals: $150.00 Parents/Students: $125.00 To register call the ACT office at 604-205-5467 or toll-free 1-866-939-5188. LOCATION:515 West Hastings Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/autism-spectrum-disorder-planning-for-adulthood-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101127T100000 DTEND:20101127T150000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101125T192012 LAST-MODIFIED:20101125T192033 UID:4190@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Red Cross Craft Fair and Community Connections DESCRIPTION:This event will support community medical equipment loans for children and youth handcrafts including beautiful quilts, hand knits, woodwork, jewellery, original arts and art prints and more... LOCATION:3400 Lake City Way URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/red-cross-craft-fair-and-community-connections-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101126T150000 DTEND:20101126T190000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101125T191857 LAST-MODIFIED:20101125T191857 UID:4189@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Red Cross Craft Fair and Community Connections DESCRIPTION:This event will support community medical equipment loans for children and youth handcrafts including beautiful quilts, hand knits, woodwork, jewellery, original arts and art prints and more... LOCATION:3400 Lake City Way URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/red-cross-craft-fair-and-community-connections/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101207T153000 DTEND:20101207T163000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101121T224017 LAST-MODIFIED:20101121T224017 UID:4171@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Movement, Music and Bellydance for People with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Classes start November 9 at Studio Four Quensel. Tuesdays from 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Classes are totally accessible and everyone is welcome. For more information, contact Bev Grondzil at 250-992-3622. Register online @ www.studiofourquesnel.com. LOCATION:488 McLean Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/movement-music-and-bellydance-for-people-with-disabilities-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:T00 DTEND:T00 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101121T223601 LAST-MODIFIED:20101121T223715 UID:4170@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Movement, Music and Bellydance for People with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Come and have fun with music and movement using rhythm and dance. Classes are totally accessible and everyone is welcome. Classes take place every Tuesday. For more information, contact Bev Grondzil at 250-992-3611. Register online at www.studiofourquesnel.com. LOCATION:488 McLean Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/movement-music-and-bellydance-for-people-with-disabilities/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101203T193000 DTEND:20101203T213000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101121T222950 LAST-MODIFIED:20101121T222950 UID:4168@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:L'Arche Christmas Concert DESCRIPTION:L'Arche Greater Vancouver presents "Christmas by Candlelight: Baroque & Beyond", a L'Arche Christmas concert featuring Corpus Cristi College Chamber Choir, in recognition of International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Admission is free with an opportunity to donate to L'Arche Greater Vancouver. Seating is limited, please RSVP to Amanda Wong : 604-435-9544 ext 33, or development_assistant@larchevancouver.org. LOCATION:1530 East 22nd Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/larche-christmas-concert/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101127T080000 DTEND:20101127T150000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101104T001132 LAST-MODIFIED:20101104T001132 UID:4034@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Autism Spectrum Disorder: Planning for Adulthood DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Anthony Bailey, Chair in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, University of British Columbia.  Saturday 8:00am – 9:00 am Registration, 9:00am – 3:00pm Presentation Registration Fees: Professionals - $150.00 Parents/Students - $125.00 To register call the ACT office at 604-205-5467 or toll-free 1-866-939-5188. LOCATION:515 West Hastings Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/autism-spectrum-disorder-planning-for-adulthood/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101208T143000 DTEND:20101208T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101104T000201 LAST-MODIFIED:20101104T000304 UID:4033@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Registered Disability Savings Plan Info Session DESCRIPTION:For more information and registration please contact: Carrie / Tom at 604-232-2404 email:carrie@rcdrichmond.org / tom@rcdrichmond.org LOCATION:Room 4370, 700 Royal Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/registered-disability-savings-plan-info-session-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101206T153000 DTEND:20101206T170000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101104T000021 LAST-MODIFIED:20101104T000021 UID:4032@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Registered Disability Savings Plan Info Session DESCRIPTION:For more information and registration please contact: Carrie / Tom at 604-232-2404 email:carrie@rcdrichmond.org / tom@rcdrichmond.org LOCATION:Room, C215, 800 Robson Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/registered-disability-savings-plan-info-session/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101125T163000 DTEND:20101125T180000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101103T235627 LAST-MODIFIED:20101103T235657 UID:4031@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Registered Disability Savings Plan in Mandarin DESCRIPTION:For more information and registration please contact: Carrie / Tom at 604-232-2404 email:carrie@rcdrichmond.org / tom@rcdrichmond.org LOCATION:100-5671 No. 3 Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/registered-disability-savings-plan-in-mandarin/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101124T190000 DTEND:20101124T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101103T224401 LAST-MODIFIED:20101103T224521 UID:4027@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Transitions To and Through Adulthood DESCRIPTION:Wondering what is available for life options for your son or daughter after high school? This group offers a chance to meet with other parents for support and information. Contact Simon Fraser Society for Community Living at (604) 525-9494 for more information. LOCATION:1551 Salisbury Ave. URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/transitions-to-and-through-adulthood/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101122 DTEND:20101125 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101103T223820 LAST-MODIFIED:20101103T223820 UID:4026@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:BC Non-Profit Housing Association 18th Annual General Conference DESCRIPTION:This conference is tailored to meet the unique needs and interests of board members, administrators, executive staff, front-line and support staff and volunteers in the non-profit housing sector. Housing researchers, students, and policy-makers are also invited to attend. Click here to learn more about the conference (including registration information). LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/bc-non-profit-housing-association-18th-annual-general-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101115T190000 DTEND:20101115T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101103T223339 LAST-MODIFIED:20101103T223404 UID:4025@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:The Family Support and Networking Group and Transitions To and Through Adulthood Group: Social for Parents DESCRIPTION:Please come and join us for an informal evening of socializing, connecting and enjoying coffee and yummy desserts! We are offering this event to parents from both the Family Support & Networking Group & Transitions To & Through Group as we would like to get some input from all of our families to help us plan events for the rest of the year. (Please note, the location is at our Blue Mountain building and parking is at the rear of the building) Please RSVP to Rachel at rlenobel@sfscl.org. LOCATION:204 Blue Mountain Street (northwest corner of Lougheed & Blue Mountain) URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/the-family-support-and-networking-group-and-transitions-to-and-through-adulthood-group-social-for-parents/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101130T153000 DTEND:20101130T163000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101103T222735 LAST-MODIFIED:20101103T222735 UID:4024@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Movement, Music and Belly Dance for People with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Classes start November 9 at Studio Four Quensel. Tuesdays from 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Classes are totally accessible and everyone is welcome. For more information, contact Bev Grondzil at 250-992-3622. Register online @ www.studiofourquesnel.com. LOCATION:488 McLean Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/movement-music-and-belly-dance-for-people-with-disabilities-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101123T153000 DTEND:20101123T163000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101103T222602 LAST-MODIFIED:20101103T222602 UID:4023@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Movement, Music and Belly Dance for People with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Classes start November 9 at Studio Four Quensel. Tuesdays from 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Classes are totally accessible and everyone is welcome. For more information, contact Bev Grondzil at 250-992-3622. Register online @ www.studiofourquesnel.com. LOCATION:488 McLean Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/movement-music-and-belly-dance-for-people-with-disabilities-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101116T153000 DTEND:20101116T163000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101103T222335 LAST-MODIFIED:20101103T222335 UID:4022@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Movement, Music and Belly Dance for People with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Classes start November 9 at Studio Four Quensel. Tuesdays from 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Classes are totally accessible and everyone is welcome. For more information, contact Bev Grondzil at 250-992-3622. Register online @ www.studiofourquesnel.com. LOCATION:488 McLean Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/movement-music-and-belly-dance-for-people-with-disabilities-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101109T153000 DTEND:20101109T163000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101103T222041 LAST-MODIFIED:20101103T222041 UID:4021@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Movement, Music and Belly Dance for People with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Classes start November 9 at Studio Four Quensel. Tuesdays from 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Classes are totally accessible and everyone is welcome. For more information, contact Bev Grondzil at 250-992-3622. Register online @ www.studiofourquesnel.com. LOCATION:488 McLean Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/movement-music-and-belly-dance-for-people-with-disabilities/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101214 DTEND:20101218 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101103T215533 LAST-MODIFIED:20101103T221422 UID:4018@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Positive Practices in Behavioral Support DESCRIPTION:Through this training, conducted by the Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis (IABA) in partnership with CLBC, You will learn… How to conduct a Comprehensive Functional Assessment How to develop a multielement Positive Behavior Support Plan based on a functional assessment How to regain rapid and safe control over crisis situations using positive strategies How to ensure that the PBS plans that you write are consistently implemented To learn more, click here to download the program. For CLBC members, click here for a registration discount. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/positive-practices-in-behavioral-support/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101104T083000 DTEND:20101105T120000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101103T190044 LAST-MODIFIED:20101103T190044 UID:4014@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Non-Violent Crisis Intervention DESCRIPTION:The Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) program was developed by the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) and is designed to teach staff how to use verbal, nonverbal, paraverbal and personal safety skills during a crisis in order to provide the best possible care, welfare, safety and security for everyone involved. The course will run from: Nov 4, 2010 8:30 am – 3:30 pm to: Nov 5, 2010 8:30 am – 12:00 pm For more information, click here to download the flyer. To register, click here to download the registration form for individuals. For groups, click here to download the registration form for groups. LOCATION:4801 27th Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/non-violent-crisis-intervention/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101130T090000 DTEND:20101201T153000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101103T173103 LAST-MODIFIED:20101103T173103 UID:4012@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Caring in our Community DESCRIPTION:Working as a service provider for adults with Developmental Disabilities is an extremely rewarding position but can at times be difficult. This training provides an education opportunity to interact with other service providers as well as learn the expectation and guidelines outlined by CLBC. Caring in Our Community promotes the development of person centered behaviour supports and proactive strategies to aid in a harmonious living environment. The training will also examine service provider stress and specific strategies to help decrease burnout. The participants will learn to develop appropriate safety plans for the people in their care to avoid serious behavior issues that may arise. Sessions will run from 9:00 am –3:30 pm both days with a one-hour break at noon. Click here to download the flyer. Click here to download the registration form. LOCATION:4801 – 27th Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/caring-in-our-community-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101122T090000 DTEND:20101123T153000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101103T172745 LAST-MODIFIED:20101103T172851 UID:4009@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Caring in Our Community DESCRIPTION:Working as a service provider for adults with Developmental Disabilities is an extremely rewarding position but can at times be difficult. This training provides an education opportunity to interact with other service providers as well as learn the expectation and guidelines outlined by CLBC. Caring in Our Community promotes the development of person centered behaviour supports and proactive strategies to aid in a harmonious living environment. The training will also examine service provider stress and specific strategies to help decrease burnout. The participants will learn to develop appropriate safety plans for the people in their care to avoid serious behavior issues that may arise. Sessions will run from 9:00 am –3:30 pm both days with a one-hour break at noon. Click here to download the flyer. Click here to download the registration form. LOCATION:245 Kitchener Crescent, URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/caring-in-our-community/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101108T090000 DTEND:20101108T150000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101101T231409 LAST-MODIFIED:20101101T231409 UID:3999@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Let's Talk Together Conference DESCRIPTION:Families and Family Care Providers, Self-Advocates and People with a disability, Profit and Non-Profit organizations, Members and non-members, Employees, Employers and Board Members are invited to attend. This conference will feature Faith Bodnar, Executive Director of the BC Association for Community Living (BCACL). Lunch will be provided. If you have any special dietary issues, please indicate these when you RSVP. RSVP to:  Kindale Developmental Association Ann or Karen 250-546-3005 LOCATION:4801 27th Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/lets-talk-together-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101209T190000 DTEND:20101209T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101022T072953 LAST-MODIFIED:20101022T072953 UID:3819@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:A Place to Meet: Sharing the Power of Stories DESCRIPTION:2010/2011 CLBC Community Meetings Hosted by: Shelley Nessman, CLBC Self-Advocate Advisor, Sylvie Zebroff, CLBC Family Partnership Advisor, Donna Good Water, Aboriginal Advisor & Shirley Yamashita-Paterson, Family Support Institute Learn How to Tell a Great Story – Your Story! We will be sharing examples and great tips on story-telling skills. Family members and individuals have been asking across the Province to share stories with and about each other, about their lived stories of inspiration, innovation and experience with developmental disabilities. Your story is valuable and important: we will be learning and practicing how families and individuals can simply and clearly strengthen the power of their stories to share. To learn more about this event, click here to download the flyer. LOCATION:1330 Fairfield Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/a-place-to-meet-sharing-the-power-of-stories-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101208T183000 DTEND:20101208T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101022T072657 LAST-MODIFIED:20101022T072657 UID:3817@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:A Place to Meet: Sharing the Power of Stories DESCRIPTION: 2010/2011 CLBC Community Meetings Hosted by: Shelley Nessman, CLBC Self-Advocate Advisor, Sylvie Zebroff, CLBC Family Partnership Advisor, Donna Good Water, Aboriginal Advisor & Shirley Yamashita-Paterson, Family Support Institute Learn How to Tell a Great Story – Your Story! We will be sharing examples and great tips on story-telling skills. Family members and individuals have been asking across the Province to share stories with and about each other, about their lived stories of inspiration, innovation and experience with developmental disabilities. Your story is valuable and important: we will be learning and practicing how families and individuals can simply and clearly strengthen the power of their stories to share. To learn more about this event, click here to download the flyer. LOCATION:2300 Bowen Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/a-place-to-meet-sharing-the-power-of-stories-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101109T183000 DTEND:20101109T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101022T072433 LAST-MODIFIED:20101022T072433 UID:3815@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:A Place to Meet: Sharing the Power of Stories DESCRIPTION:2010/2011 CLBC Community Meetings Hosted by: Shelley Nessman, CLBC Self-Advocate Advisor, Sylvie Zebroff, CLBC Family Partnership Advisor, Donna Good Water, Aboriginal Advisor & Shirley Yamashita-Paterson, Family Support Institute Learn How to Tell a Great Story – Your Story! We will be sharing examples and great tips on story-telling skills. Family members and individuals have been asking across the Province to share stories with and about each other, about their lived stories of inspiration, innovation and experience with developmental disabilities. Your story is valuable and important: we will be learning and practicing how families and individuals can simply and clearly strengthen the power of their stories to share. To learn more about this event, click here to download the flyer. LOCATION:500 McDonald Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/a-place-to-meet-sharing-the-power-of-stories-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101118T183000 DTEND:20101118T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101022T071944 LAST-MODIFIED:20101116T193154 UID:3813@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:(POSTPONED) A Place to Meet: Sharing the Power of Stories DESCRIPTION:2010/2011 CLBC Community Meetings Please note, due to the reported bad weather conditions in the next few days - CLBC’s ‘A Place to Meet’ event in 100 mile house on Thursday is currently postponed. The event will be rescheduled in the new year and the new date will be posted on the CLBC website under What’s New > Events. LOCATION:170 Hwy 97 North URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/a-place-to-meet-sharing-the-power-of-stories/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101020T110000 DTEND:20101020T150000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101013T185835 LAST-MODIFIED:20101013T185857 UID:3687@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Milieu Community Living Month Event DESCRIPTION:Milieu Family Services would like to invite you to be part of this great community event highlighting community living and the abilities and contributions of entrepreneurs, employees and business owners within the community. We would like to share our ideas, gather new ideas and inform the community of mutually beneficial partnerships. LOCATION:15996 - 84 Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/milieu-community-living-month-event/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101119T180000 DTEND:20101119T220000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20101013T182234 LAST-MODIFIED:20101013T182234 UID:3685@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Mission Self-Advocates Winter Harvest Dance DESCRIPTION:For all the information on the Winter Harvest Dance, please download the flyer. If you have any questions, please call Bryce at (604) 826-8818 or JP at (604) 287-6681. LOCATION:33336 Second Ave URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/mission-self-advocates-winter-harvest-dance/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101006T073000 DTEND:20101006T093000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20100927T064039 LAST-MODIFIED:20100927T064524 UID:3478@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:CLBC Community Living Month events in Victoria, Vancouver, Abbotsford and Kelowna DESCRIPTION:CLBC will be holding four events in Vancouver, Victoria, Abbotsford and Kelowna on Wednesday, October 6th, with our partner the Globe and Mail to celebrate Community Living Month. These events will have CLBC staff, self-advocates and special guests handing out Globe and Mail newspapers featuring Start with Hi ads, as well as Start with Hi stickers and bracelets. Come down, say "Hi", and join us in celebrating Community Living Month. Victoria Event Location: · Outside in front of the Bay Centre, 1150 Douglas Street, Victoria. Click here to view a map to the event location. Vancouver Event Location: · Outside the Burrard Street Skytrain Station, corner of Burrard and Dunsmuir Streets. Click here to view a map to the event location. Abbotsford Event Location: · Outside the West Oaks Mall Tim Hortons on the corner of Gladwin Road and South Fraser Way. Click here to view a map to the event location. Kelowna Event Location: · Orchard Park Shopping Centre, 2271 Harvey Avenue, outside the building by the bus loop. Click here to view a map to the event location. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/clbc-community-living-month-events-in-victoria-vancouver-abbotsford-and-kelowna/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101019T183000 DTEND:20101019T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20100921T172909 LAST-MODIFIED:20100921T173124 UID:3425@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Friendship Zone & Community Living Month Celebration (Burnaby) DESCRIPTION:Community Living BC’s Simon Fraser Region invites you to attend our Friendship Zone & Community Living Month Celebration!  Come have fun, meet others, play games, help us celebrate Community Living Month and enjoy some snacks. Please RSVP to Frances at 604-660-8124 or Frances.Wei@gov.bc.ca by October 12, 2010.  The CLBC Simon Fraser Region includes Burnaby, New Westminster, Tri-Cities and Maple Ridge. LOCATION:6450 Deer Lake Avenue URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/friendship-zone-community-living-month-celebration-burnaby/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101014T170000 DTEND:20101014T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20100920T015847 LAST-MODIFIED:20100920T020119 UID:3419@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:6th Annual Art Show for BC Artists with Developmental Disabilities DESCRIPTION:On October 14th 2010 posAbilities will present the 6th Annual Art Show for BC Artists with Developmental Disabilities at the beautiful Heritage Hall in Vancouver. We invite you to join us as a participant, art lover and/or supporter of Community Living.  CelebrateCommunity Living Month by attending this event and enjoy the diverse selections of artwork in various mediums; great food, live music, and experience the confidence and joy that the artists bring to this beautifully historic building. Click here to download the registration form. Click here to download the registration checklist. Click here to visit the event website. LOCATION:3102 Main Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/6th-annual-art-show-for-bc-artists-with-developmental-disabilities/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101004T180000 DTEND:20101004T203000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20100920T015136 LAST-MODIFIED:20100920T015136 UID:3417@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Employment Policy Workshop DESCRIPTION:The CLBC Employment Policy - How will this affect you? This workshop is for adults with developmental disabilities and their families. Space is limited: please register by September 28th by phoning 604.299.4001. If you register before September 20th you will be entered in our contest for a door prize. Click here to download the poster. LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/employment-policy-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101014T100000 DTEND:20101014T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20100920T014256 LAST-MODIFIED:20100920T014542 UID:3414@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Comox Valley Resource Fair DESCRIPTION:The 4th annual "Your Valley Frontline Resource Fair" welcomes those in need to discover the agencies and services available in the Comox Valley. For more information, contact Kelsey Yee at 250-338-8116. Agencies can register by e-mailing kelsey.yee@shaw.ca. Click here to download the poster. LOCATION:489 Old Island Highway URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/comox-valley-resource-fair/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101006T190000 DTEND:20101006T210000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20100915T201816 LAST-MODIFIED:20100915T203246 UID:3366@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Parents of Youth in Transition Planning Meeting DESCRIPTION:North Shore Community Resources Society will be holding monthly support and education networks, starting October 2010, for parents of youth with special needs in transition. We need your ideas to brainstorm the scope of issues, educational topics and resources that will assist you as your son or daughter is making the transition from high school to adulthood. RSVP to helen.wait@nscr.bc.ca  (604-982-3313). Refreshments will be served. If you are interested in this topic but are unable to attend please contact Cindy Bouvet, Coordinator – Supporting Caregiver Project at 604-982-3312 or cindy.bouvet@nscr.b.ca Download the poster LOCATION:#201, 935 Marine Drive URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/parents-of-youth-in-transition-planning-meeting-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100928T093000 DTEND:20100928T113000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20100915T201254 LAST-MODIFIED:20100915T201254 UID:3364@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Parents of Youth in Transition Planning Meeting DESCRIPTION:North Shore Community Resources Society will be holding monthly support and education networks, starting October 2010, for parents of youth with special needs in transition. We need your ideas to brainstorm the scope of issues, educational topics and resources that will assist you as your son or daughter is making the transition from high school to adulthood. RSVP to helen.wait@nscr.bc.ca  (604-982-3313). Refreshments will be served. If you are interested in this topic but are unable to attend please contact Cindy Bouvet, Coordinator – Supporting Caregiver Project at 604-982-3312 or cindy.bouvet@nscr.b.ca Download the poster LOCATION:#201, 935 Marine Drive URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/parents-of-youth-in-transition-planning-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101002T183000 DTEND:20101003T000000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20100908T181748 LAST-MODIFIED:20100908T182255 UID:3281@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Richmond Centre for Disability 25th Anniversary Gala DESCRIPTION:On Saturday, October 2, the Richmond Centre for Disability (RCD) will be holding their 25th Anniversary Celebration Gala - Cabaret to celebrate many of their achievements while working with the City of Richmond, corporate businesses and the community at large, to make Richmond a user-friendly community for all. The event will feature:  Famous Star Performer Tracey Bell Sit down candlelight dinner Dance to fine music DJ entertainment No Host Bar Parking included  Click here to view more details about the Gala. Click here to download Ticket Order Form or contact Eileen at 604-232-2404. The proceeds of ticket sales will go to support the work of the RCD. LOCATION:7311 Westminster Highway URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/richmond-centre-for-disability-25th-anniversary-gala/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101008T170000 DTEND:20101010T133000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20100908T180916 LAST-MODIFIED:20100908T180916 UID:3278@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:The 11th Annual Self Advocacy Leadership Institute DESCRIPTION:Presented by SelfAdvocate.net, the event helps self-advocate to learn more about self advocacy, safety, rights, healthy relationships, and how to become leaders in your own community. If you have any questions, please call and register with the Coordinator Gregg Schiller at 604-688-7001 or by fax at 604-688-7069 or by e-mail at: GreggSchiller@shaw.ca. The registration deadline is Tuesday, October 5, 2010. To learn more: Download the Flyer Download the Registration Form LOCATION:4330 Bradner Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/the-11th-annual-self-advocacy-leadership-institute/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101118 DTEND:20101121 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20100908T174258 LAST-MODIFIED:20100908T174258 UID:3277@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:2010 International Conference on Developmental Disabilities and Aging/Alzheimer’s Disease DESCRIPTION:The Developmental Disability and Aging/Alzheimer’s Disease Conference is designed to bring clinicians, scientists and families together to address changing trends with aging, highlight recent research discoveries and innovative approaches for interventions. The conference will provide opportunities for lively discussions related to best practices in diagnosis, intervention and quality of life. For more information, including the conference program and registration details, please click here to visit the conference website. LOCATION:515 West Hastings Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/2010-international-conference-on-developmental-disabilities-and-agingalzheimer%e2%80%99s-disease/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100924 DTEND:20100926 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20100819T224718 LAST-MODIFIED:20100819T232300 UID:3102@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:"Living in Community – Next Steps" - Home Share Providers Conference DESCRIPTION:You heard about it last year, now’s your chance to attend the Second CLBC hosted conference for Home Share Providers in the area. The conference is a chance for home share providers to meet, share their success and learn from each other. This is also an opportunity to participate in workshops/sessions geared towards issues and concerns specific to home share providers. Please complete the attached registration form and forward with your payment no later than September 3, 2010 to ensure your spot at the conference. Please indicate if you require accommodations. Home Share Providers Conference - Registration Form (45KB pdf) LOCATION:1663 Little Shuswap Lake Road URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/living-in-community-%e2%80%93-next-steps-home-share-providers-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100911T103000 DTEND:20100911T160000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20100817T175553 LAST-MODIFIED:20100817T175553 UID:3012@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:One Day Together DESCRIPTION:The second annual One Day Together Event will take place on September 11, 2010. This event is a day to celebrate diversity, community and humanity. A day to play together, dance together, and eat together. There will be a ball tournament, outdoor activities, prizes, refreshments, a barbeque, music, a live band, local celebrities, and many friends. For more information, including registration details, please visit www.onedaytogether.com. Tickets for the barbeque are available to be purchased in advance from August 16 for $5.00 each at both CLBC offices in Victoria (#220 - 174 Wilson Street, #220 - 4460 Chatterton Way) and any of the other organizing agency offices: Becon Support Services, Community Living Victoria, Cridge Centre for the Family, Integra Support Services, and Kardel. Tickets will also be available on the day of the event. If you have any questions, please feel free to e-mail info@onedaytogether.com. To learn more, click here to download the brochure. LOCATION:1767 Island Highway URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/one-day-together/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20101022 DTEND:20101025 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20100816T170509 LAST-MODIFIED:20100816T170813 UID:3009@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:2010 National Family Conference - "Families, a Journey of Generations Moving Mountains" DESCRIPTION:This year, BCACL will be partnering with Family Focus Society and the Canadian Association for Community Living to present a National Family Conference, October 22 – 24, 2010 at the Chateau Whistler Conference Centre in Whistler, BC. The conference offers a stream of over 52 workshops and professional development opportunities for 600 delegates, which include people with developmental disabilities, family members, volunteers, staff, policy makers, service providers and professionals. The conference provides a forum for individuals and families to come together with service providers and policy makers in the spirit of connectedness and collaboration. For more information, including registration details, please visit: http://www.familyfocusconference.com/ LOCATION:4599 Chateau Boulevard URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/2010-national-family-conference-families-a-journey-of-generations-moving-mountains/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100926T083000 DTEND:20100926T233000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20100816T164924 LAST-MODIFIED:20100816T164924 UID:3008@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Walk Now for Autism Speaks DESCRIPTION:Walk Now for Autism Speaks is a family-friendly FUNdraising event so bring the whole family along. There are activities for children of all ages, resources for families, light refreshments and entertainment. LOCATION:4601 Ontario Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/walk-now-for-autism-speaks/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100821T130000 DTEND:20100821T170000 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20100803T053821 LAST-MODIFIED:20100803T053821 UID:2851@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Community Forum on Citizenship and Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Chilliwack People First presents a community forum on Citizenship and Disabilities that will explore and discuss how we can all participate as full citizens in our community, our country, our world. The event will feature guest speakers, a video, dialogue and free refreshments. All are welcome. The forum will be followed by a dance at Evergreen Hall with Steve Elliot from 7:00pm - 10:00pm to raise funds for the Chilliwack food bank. Admission for the dance is $12.00 LOCATION: URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/community-forum-on-citizenship-and-disabilities/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100929 DTEND:20101002 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20100719T041846 LAST-MODIFIED:20100719T041925 UID:2548@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Health and Wellbeing in Persons with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities DESCRIPTION:This conference will provide education and informative updates on psychiatric, behavioural and complex health components specific to individuals with Developmental Disabilities, and showcase best practices in the field. The conference is sponsored by UBC Interprofessional Continuing Education in cooperation with CLBC. Place/Date: Pre-Conference Workshops: September 29, 2010 Conference: September 30 - October 1, 2010 The Coast Plaza Hotel & Suites, 1763 Comox Street, Vancouver More Information: To download the conference brochure, click here. For further information please visit our website www.interprofessional.ubc.ca, or contact us at ipad@interchange.ubc.ca or (604) 822–7524. LOCATION:1763 Comox Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/health-and-wellbeing-in-persons-with-intellectualdevelopmental-disabilities/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100605 DTEND:20100606 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20100605T192424 LAST-MODIFIED:20100709T170525 UID:1403@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Fishing Forever DESCRIPTION:Fishing Forever is a program of the BC Wildlife Federation which allows people with disabilities to get out and experience the fun of fishing. This year's outing will visit Green Timbers lake in Surrey, which is accessible for people who use wheelchairs. All fishing equipment is supplied, along with lunch, snacks, soft drinks and water. Everyone who attends will receive a t-shirt and cap. There is no charge for fishers with disabilities and their caregivers. A first-aid attendant and washrooms are provided. To register, call Don McDonald at 604-985-9731. For more information, please download the brochure. LOCATION:1763 Comox Street URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/fishing-forever/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100527 DTEND:20100529 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20100527T090254 LAST-MODIFIED:20100519T183314 UID:1401@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:Building Personal Support Networks DESCRIPTION:In 2007, CLBC funded four demonstration projects that examined ways of deepening and expanding personal support networks in the lives of people with developmental disabilities. In follow up to this work, CLBC has partnered with Spectrum Society to develop a one-day workshop that will be offered to communities throughout the province. To learn more about this workshop, download the flyer. The event is free to attend but seating is limited so you must pre-register by contacting Elaine Bourdon at 250-787-9262 ext 221 or elaine.bourdon@fsjacl.com. Host agency: The Fort St John Association for Community Living LOCATION:10015-100 Ave. URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/building-personal-support-networks/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100517 DTEND:20100520 DTSTAMP:20120517T050707 CREATED:20100519T175120 LAST-MODIFIED:20100520T203912 UID:1395@http://communitylivingbc.ca SUMMARY:18th Annual David Berman Memorial Concurrent Disorders Conference DESCRIPTION:This conference aims to inspire and support individuals to work with people with concurrent disorders by providing evidence-supported skills and strategies, highlighting latest research and resources related to concurrent disorders, and promoting networking and the sharing of information and perspectives. For more information on the conference, including how to register, please download the Conference Brochure. LOCATION:1763 Comox St. URL:http://communitylivingbc.ca/event/18th-annual-david-berman-memorial-concurrent-disorders-conference/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR