People with disabilities where SPUD grocery service delivers (in Vancouver and area, Victoria, Nanaimo, Kelowna, Edmonton and Calgary) will be able to register to receive a $50 e-card sent directly to their inbox. If you would like to receive these, please fill out the registration form: https://tinyurl.com/27c54cur.
Global Affairs Canada, in collaboration with Employment and Social Development Canada, is launching a Call for Applications for a Canadian candidate for election to the United Nations Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. This UN Committee monitors the implementation of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Important information on the position and background on the CRPD Committee is included in the documents linked at the end of this post. You will also find information on how to apply, including knowledge and experience criteria.
Questions, requests for alternate formats, and completed applications should be sent to Global Affairs Canada at: HRnominations-nominationsDH@international.gc.ca .
Please note that the deadline to apply is 30 May 2021 at 23:59, Pacific Time.
Download the calls for expressions of interest in English and French below:
Since 1977, Disability Alliance BC (DABC) has been a provincial, cross-disability voice in British Columbia. We champion issues impacting the lives of people with disabilities through our direct services, community partnerships, advocacy, research and publications.
We work to support people with all disabilities to live with dignity, independence and as equal and full participants in the community.
DABC is seeking a part-time Community Advocate to join our Advocacy Access Team for a contracted 9-month period, with the possibility of extension and expansion to full-time dependant on future funding. The Advocate will be responsible for individual and community advocacy relating to provincial disability benefits.
This position will be remote-based initially, as DABC’s Vancouver Office is currently closed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. However, the candidate will be expected to transition to office-based work later this year dependant on any changes to the public health order.
Working hours:
The successful applicant must:
The following are strong assets for this position:
Compensation: $2,100 per month
DABC is an open and diverse organization that promotes inclusive hiring practices. We encourage applications from qualified applicants who identify as visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and of all sexual orientations, gender expressions and identities. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Please submit a resume and brief covering letter addressed to Karen Martin, Executive Director: Operations at karen@disabilityalliancebc.therightfitbc.org. No phone calls or faxes please.
Applications are due no later than 4:30 p.m. on May 31, 2021. DABC welcomes all applications, however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. Interviews will be conducted in June and the position start date will be July 2021 or earlier.
All things exciting at Disability Alliance BC!
Find the most current news from DABC and selected community news here.
From Out On Screen's website: "Amyn, Alison, Lyle, Noah, Peter, and Brian are each on unique journeys of love, acceptance, self-empowerment, and family but share
A Place Where I Belong - Vancouver Queer Film Festival
WORLD PREMIERE. Six queer people with intellectual disabilities find belonging in Vancouver. Directed by Rheanna Toy. Official Selection for VQFF 2025. Documentary | Social Justice
Since 1977, Disability Alliance BC has been a provincial, cross-disability voice in British Columbia. Our mission is to promote a more inclusive and equitable society for people with all disabilities through direct services, community partnerships, systemic advocacy, research, and publications.
We acknowledge and have deep gratitude to work together on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Selíl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations of the Coast Salish people. We honour the many territorial keepers of the lands.
DABC is a proud member of the Council of Canadians with Disabilities (CCD)and BC Poverty Reduction Coalition.
DABC is proud to be certified as a Living Wage Employer by Living Wage for Families BC! We are glad to be able to support our staff to feel valued in their roles and provide them with the opportunity to thrive in their communities.
