On Monday, September 16^th, the Government of BC announced that the consultation process for forthcoming provincial accessibility legislation had begun. British Columbians will have the opportunity to provide their input and help shape the legislation until November 29^th, 2019.

You are invited to read the Accessibility Framework document and make your voice heard by completing the online questionnaire, sending your comments by telephone or email, attending an in-person session, and/or participating in a virtual town hall. The Accessibility Framework and all information about how to participate is available here: https://www.engage.gov.bc.ca/accessibility/.

Community groups, libraries and other organizations can also participate by applying for funding and resources totaling up to $2,000 to hold their own community meetings and provide feedback. For details, visit SPARC BC: https://www.sparc.bc.ca/accessibility-legislation/.

Disability Alliance BC is encouraged by the scope of the consultation process and excited to see how this legislation will take shape.

DABC’s Tax AID program is hiring a Program Assistant! People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

For more information:
https://taxaiddabc.org/work-with-us/

Fair Haven Homes Society’s Vivian Apartments is a collection of below market rental homes in South Vancouver’s Killarney neighbourhood located at 6465 Vivian Street.

Fair Haven are now offering one bedroom accessible rental homes for $1,308/month.  They are also open to subsidizing some of these homes if needed.  That will be done on a case by case basis.  Please visit www.fairhavenapartments.ca/vivian for more information, an application and a checklist to complete your application.