Province Introduces Anti-Racism Data Act

May 5, 2022 by DABC

From the Province’s news release:

“As a step to dismantle systemic racism and discrimination faced by Indigenous, Black and people of colour, the Province is introducing the anti-racism data act.

Data collected under the act will help identify gaps in programs and services, and allow government to better meet the needs of Indigenous, Black and racialized British Columbians. The act is the first of its kind in Canada to be co-developed with Indigenous Peoples.”

Read the full news release here: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022PREM0027-000673.

Letter to Canada Post about DTES service suspension

April 26, 2022 by DABC

A number of legal advocacy and peer organizations, including DABC, have written to Canada Post management about the harms caused to some DTES residents by the suspension of service to two blocks along East Hastings Street.

Read the letter here: https://www.pivotlegal.org/dtes_organizations_write_to_canada_post_about_harm_of_service_suspension.

Do your taxes on your own with the support of a tax advocate!

April 22, 2022 by DABC

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DABC’s Tax AID partnership has teamed up with Prosper Canada‘s Virtual Self-file program!

Through the program, you can use TurboTax software to help you get started on your taxes for free. You will also receive guidance and support from one of our tax preparers before you file.