Position: CPP-D Community Advocate
Open: June 25, 2026
Closes: July 10, 2026
Location: Vancouver, BC
Category: CPP-D Community Advocate
Type: Full-time
Salary: $58,000
Who We Are
Since 1977, Disability Alliance BC (DABC) has been a provincial, cross-disability voice in British Columbia. We are a non-profit, charitable organization that champion issues impacting the lives of people with disabilities. 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. through our direct services, community partnerships, advocacy, research and publications.
Program Description
Since 1989, DABC’s Advocacy Access Program has been a place of support, information and one-to-one assistance for people with all disabilities. Each year, our advocates assist hundreds of people in-house to apply for and appeal the denial of provincial (known as PWD) and federal (Canada Pension Plan – Disability) disability benefits. We help hundreds more over the phone and by email. We also support other organizations across BC to assist people with disabilities through our workshops and publications.
Job Description
DABC is seeking a full-time Canada Pension Plan-Disability (CPP-D) Community Advocate to join our Advocacy Access Team. The Advocate will be responsible for individual and community advocacy relating to federal CPP-D benefits.
Responsibilities
- Assist people with disabilities with applications and appeals relating to CPP-D benefits
- Conduct workshops/webinars about CPP-D disability benefits for community organizations, people with disabilities, healthcare professionals, and other interested individuals and groups
- Be a provincial resource for community advocates and individuals on policy and legislation governing CPP-D
The successful applicant must have:
- Have a minimum 2 years combined post-secondary education and/or applicable work experience
- Have strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate complex concepts in plain language
- Be able to work effectively with people with disabilities from a client-centered approach
- Be self-motivated, adaptable, and able to work effectively with a team
- Have strong analytical and research skills
- Have excellent organizational skills
- Be computer literate and proficient with word-processing software including the Microsoft Office Suite
- Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive client information
The following are strong assets for this position:
- Experience with CPP-D and other disability benefits
- Experience in the non-profit sector
- Background in law, social work, or a related field
- Lived experience with a disability and/or supporting people with disabilities
- Experience with legal research
- Understanding of anti-oppression principles
Salary: $58,000 annually
This position offers the following benefits after a three-month probationary period:
- 15 days of paid vacation annually
- 18 days of paid sick leave annually
- 100% of the cost of extended health and dental care benefit premiums
- 2 weeks of paid time off during DABC’s annual holiday office closure in December
- Employee wellness benefit
Working hours and location
This position is 5 days per week at 8 hours a day (including 1 hour as a paid lunch break) and is a hybrid work opportunity; the successful candidate may be required to work at the Downtown Vancouver office two or three days a week, and at home the rest of the time. The position may also require occasional travel to other BC communities. During your initial training, you will be required to be in the office 5 days a week until successful completion of training.
The position is located in downtown Vancouver, on the traditional, ancestral and stolen lands of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples
Please note, the DABC office will be moving to 41st and Cambie area by approximately October 2026.
About your work area
You will be assigned your own desk in an open area (collaborative space). There are designated quiet spaces which staff can book when needed. DABC also provides noise canceling headphones as the noise level can be elevated at times. The office lighting consists of fluorescent as well as natural lighting.
Commitment to Equity
DABC is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of inclusion, anti-ableism, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented, including Indigenous persons, people of colour, and people of all sexual orientations, gender expressions and identities. People with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
Importantly, we are looking for people who want to make a long-term commitment to our organization and have a strong desire to uphold the rights and dignities of people with disabilities.
To Apply:
Please submit a resume and brief covering letter addressed to Sharareh Saremi, Program Manager of Advocacy Access at sharareh@dabc.ca using the subject heading “Job Application: CPP-D Community Advocate”. Inquiries about this position may be emailed to the above noted email address. In the interest of fairness during the recruitment process, meeting requests regarding this position will not be granted. No phone calls, please.
Applications are due no later than midnight on July 10, 2026. DABC welcomes all applications, however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.
Applicants must be legally allowed to work in Canada.
Volunteer Tax Preparer | Disability Alliance BC
Open: May 1, 2026
Closes: Until filled
Location: Vancouver BC
Category: Community and Social Services
Who We Are
Since 1977, Disability Alliance BC (DABC) has been a provincial, cross disability voice in British Columbia. We are a non-profit, charitable organization that champion issues impacting the lives of people with disabilities. 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. through our direct services, community partnerships, advocacy, research and publications.
Program Description
Tax AID DABC partners with the Together Against Poverty Society, the Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society, and the Active Support Against Poverty Society, to provide free support to people with disabilities across BC to file their taxes.
Job Description
DABC is seeking several volunteers who are passionate about community work to join our Tax AID program, year-round. Volunteers will work one-on-one to assist people with disabilities with their income taxes, with supervision of the Senior Tax Advocate. Volunteers will work remotely and will be able to set their own schedule.
Duties
- Complete income tax returns in accordance with Revenue Canada guidelines
- Report questions or concerns to the Income Tax Clinic supervisor
The successful volunteer must have:
- 1+ year of experience with client tax filing
- Good computer and technology skills; (Microsoft Office Suite, experience working with UFile is an asset)
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A strong desire to help and serve our community of people with disabilities
- An ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Successful Volunteers must also be able to:
- Pass a Criminal Record Check
- Obtain an EFILE number (personal tax filings are current; no outstanding tax debt; not in bankruptcy)
The following are strong assets for this position:
- Lived experience with provincial disability benefits
- Experience in the non-profit sector
- Experience supporting people with disabilities
Benefits of Volunteering
- Increase personal tax knowledge
- Gain new skills and improve existing ones
- Receive training, support, and reference materials including free tax software
- Help individuals get or maintain uninterrupted access to benefits and credits
- Give back to the community
Training and Orientation
- Orientation to Tax AID DABC programs, policies, and procedures
- Canada Revenue Agency online webinars
- Virtual supervision by Income Tax Clinic supervisor
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 especially encouraged to apply.
To Apply:
Please send an email expressing your interest with the subject line “Volunteer Tax Preparer”, along with a resume to Jenna Wood, Program Manager, Tax AID, jenna@dabc.ca. Inquiries about this position may be emailed to the above noted email address. No phone calls, please.
Reception Volunteer | Disability Alliance BC
Open: May 1, 2026
Closes: Until filled
Location: Vancouver BC
Category: Community and Social Services
Time commitment: 1 to 2 days a week at 4 to 8 hours a day
Who We Are
Since 1977, Disability Alliance BC (DABC) has been a provincial, cross disability voice in British Columbia. We are a non-profit, charitable organization that champion issues impacting the lives of people with disabilities. 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. through our direct services, community partnerships, advocacy, research and publications.
Job Description
DABC is seeking volunteers to assist us at our reception desk to provide clients, guests and callers with information on the various services that DABC provides such as applying for provincial and federal disability benefits, Disability Tax Credit, Registered Disability Savings Plan, tax filings and tax credits, legal aid, and wheelchair accessible housing. Reception volunteers will be trained and mentored on an ongoing basis through regular supervision from the Advocacy Access Reception Coordinator, Advocacy Access Program Manager and Director of Tax AID and Access RDSP Programs. All of our current reception volunteers have lived experience with a disability.
Our Reception Volunteers:
- Support our reception team with clerical duties such as transcription of voicemails, scanning and printing projects and filing.
- Greet clients at our reception desk
- Keep detailed and accurate records of visitor requests
- Screen clients for eligibility of our services and conduct intake of client contact information for our waitlists
Reception Volunteers should have the following skills and qualifications:
- Be computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office software, specifically Excel, Word and Outlook
- Have strong verbal and written communication skills
- Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with clients and staff across many diverse backgrounds
- Be self-motivated, adaptable, and able to work effectively with a team as well as independently
- Maintain a professional, respectful and empathetic demeanor with clients and have the ability to manage client expectations as it relates to the capacity and scope of DABC’s services
- Lived experience with disability
The following are strong assets for this position:
- Lived experience with provincial disability benefits (PWD/PPMB)
- Experience in the non-profit sector
- Experience supporting people with disabilities
- Knowledge and understanding of community resources available to people with disabilities
Hours Per Week: 1-2 shifts per week (shifts are 4 or 8 hours)
Volunteers may receive a small monthly honourarium for their contribution to DABC’s advocacy work. 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 especially encouraged to apply.
To Apply: Please send an email expressing your interest with the subject line “Volunteer Application”, along with a resume to sharareh@dabc.ca. Inquiries about this position may be emailed to the above noted email address. In the interest of fairness during the recruitment process, meeting requests regarding this position will not be granted. No phone calls, please.
