Statistics Canada released a new report today that examined the relationship between low income and the characteristics of people with a disability aged 25 to 64.
Here are some interesting statistics from the study:
In 2014, persons with a disability accounted for approximately one‑fifth of the overall population aged 25 to 64.
Among those without employment, 22% of people without a disability were in low income, compared with 35% for those with a physical–sensory disability, 46% for those with a mental–cognitive disability and 47% for those who had a combination of both.
Pacific Training Centre for the Blind (PTCB) Train the Trainer Workshop
Date: Tuesday, September 5 – Friday, September 8, 2017 Time: Tuesday and Wednesday – 10:00 – 4:00, Thursday and Friday – 3:00 – 7:00 Location: Victoria Disability Resource Centre (817a Fort St.)
This four-day free workshop is for individuals interested in becoming an instructor for the PTCB. We are looking for blind or partially sighted adults who have independent blindness skills in at least two of the following areas: Braille, travelling with a white cane, accessing technology through a screen reader and independent life skills.
The workshop will include:
The Foundation: including founding principles of the PTCB, its philosophy and code of ethics
Training Basics: including the structured discovery model, use of sleep shades, peer trainers, the long white cane and problem solving
Assessment and Goal Setting
Lesson Planning
Specific Training Techniques and Tools
PTCB Policy and Best Practices
The workshop will include discussions, demonstrations, hands-on exercises and assignments. Participants will be expected to attend all Train the Trainer sessions and will be evaluated throughout the week.
Disabled Community Connection Network (DCCN) is a monthly connection and information sharing group for people of all ages (16+) with any disability.
Next Meeting:
Thursday, August 17th, 4-6 PM
Speaker: Karen Lai (Accessibility and Inclusion Consultant)
Topic: Overcoming Barriers to Employment and Education as a Disabled Person
PeerNet BC
#408-602 West Hastings (an accessible space)
Vancouver, B.C. V6Z 2W3
ASL Interpretation and food is provided! The space is also wheelchair accessible. Please let them know of any accommodations and dietary needs you require.
