International Day of Persons with Disabilities
International Day of Persons with Disabilities is celebrated at the Safeway store in Maple Ridge.
On Saturday December 3, CLBC staff and self-advocates celebrated International Day of Persons with Disabilities at four Safeway locations around the province. This date is recognized every year by a proclamation of the United Nations. The theme of this year’s International Day was “Together for a better world for all: Including persons with disabilities in development”.
In the Terrace, Vernon, Abbotsford and Maple Ridge Safeway stores, hundreds of visitors dropped by CLBC’s information tables to learn about CLBC’s “Start with Hi” and “I can be safe online” initiatives, as well as the importance and benefits of inclusive employment for adults with developmental disabilities.
Information was also shared about the history and significance of the UN International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Thank you to everyone who came out to support these celebrations.
