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Statement on the Passing of Dan Coulter
December 17, 2024 by DABC
All of us at Disability Alliance BC are incredibly saddened by the passing of Dan Coulter, BC’s former Parliamentary Secretary for Accessibility, Minister of State for Infrastructure and Transit and MLA for Chilliwack. Dan was a tireless advocate for the rights of persons with disabilities and was always guided in his efforts by the disability community’s motto of “Nothing about us, without us.” His work on the development of the Accessible BC Act during his time in government led the way for countless sectors, municipalities and organizations to implement accessibility plans across BC. DABC is incredibly grateful for Dan’s support of our organization in ensuring that part three of the Accessible BC Act was done in a meaningful and inclusive way. We were also heartened by his efforts to highlight the work of the Right Fit program during his time as Parliamentary Secretary. Dan’s dedicated public service and passion for building a more barrier-free, inclusive, welcoming province for everyone has been an inspiration to us all. We send our deepest condolences to his family in this most difficult of times.
The DABC Board of Directors
Julia Lamb, Jake Anthony, Liss Cairns, Pam Horton, Odette Dempsey-Caputo, Elizabeth Lalonde, Sarah Cheung, Sarina Mawji and Alyssa Vincent
November is Indigenous Disability Awareness Month (IDAM)
November 14, 2024 by DABC

November is Indigenous Disability Awareness Month (IDAM), which was created by BC Aboriginal Network on Disability Society (BCANDS) in 2015. 2024 is its 10th anniversary! Indigenous peoples in Canada face much higher rates of disability compared to the general population. IDAM acknowledges the barriers faced by Indigenous people with disabilities and their families, while acknowledging their achievements and many contributions to their communities.
It is important to us that the role we play within the disability community and the programs and projects we deliver are not complacent in perpetuating systems of discrimination and oppression. DABC will be attending the upcoming Indigenous Disability and Wellness Gathering organized by BCANDS/Indigenous Disability Canada, and we are excited to learn and collaborate with others on ways to remove barriers for Indigenous people with disabilities.
Former Premier John Horgan's passing
November 14, 2024 by DABC
Disability Alliance BC was saddened to hear of the passing of former B.C. Premier John Horgan from cancer earlier this week. Mr. Horgan was a strong supporter of the disability community and DABC during his time as both Leader of the Official Opposition and Premier. Many of our organization’s advocacy initiatives, programs and services benefited as a result of his leadership in government. He was a true friend of DABC, as well as the community we serve!
We send our deepest condolences to his wife Ellie, their two sons and everyone in the province who has been touched by this remarkable individual during his decades of public service.
Sincerely,
The DABC Board of Directors:
Julia Lamb, Jake Anthony, Liss Cairns, Pam Horton, Sarah Cheung, Odette
Dempsey-Caputo, Alyssa Vincent, Elizabeth Lalonde and Sarina Mawji.
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