The Community Living Authority Act requires CLBC’s Board of Directors to have an Advisory Committee. The Advisory Committee provides information and advice to the Board to assist with its governance and decision making. In fulfilling this purpose, the Committee: Ensures two-way communication between Community Councils and the Board by acting as a link to the Board …
CLBC Welcome Workshop Teams around the province are providing welcome sessions to introduce people to CLBC and show how community and different services and supports fit together in the big picture of adulthood. Welcome Workshops are facilitated by a CLBC Facilitator, a family member and self-advocate with lived experience. Workshops …
A CLBC Community Council is a group of self-advocates, family members, and community partners dedicated to creating inclusive and accessible communities for people with developmental disabilities. Councils meet each month to share resources, exchange information, promote cultural awareness, host workshops and inclusive events. Councils play a key role in CLBC's …
CLBC's Indigenous Advisory Committee consists of representatives across the province and provides valuable input into how CLBC can better understand the needs and improve service delivery to Indigenous people and families. Visit the CLBC website to learn more about the Indigenous Advisory Committee.
Individuals, family members and service providers are invited to join CLBC’s open Board meeting from 9:00am to 11:45am (PST). To register to attend the meeting, please email Padminee.Chundunsing@gov.bc.ca asking to attend the open Board meeting. You will receive a Microsoft Teams meeting link and an information sheet on how to use …
This past summer marked an important milestone for Phoebe Robertshaw, who moved into her first apartment after years of thoughtful planning and skill-building. 🏠🔑With support from her family and long-time CLBC Facilitator, Goli Khalafi, Phoebe worked toward her goal of living more independently — building routines, gaining confidence, and preparing for the responsibilities that come with having a home of her own.Now settled into her new space, Phoebe is continuing to grow her independence, connect with her community, and shape the next chapter of her life. Her journey reflects the impact of inclusive communities, coordinated supports, and the belief that that everyone deserves the opportunity to belong. 🔗 Learn more about Phoebe’s journey to independent living here: ow.ly/LzEX50XGruc📹 Thank you Phoebe and family for this awesome before and after video of the apartment! ... See MoreSee Less
This October, CLBC's Terrace office came together on the unceded ancestral territories of the Tsimshian Nation (Kitselas and Kitsumkalum) to honour space, people, and the lands that the organization serves.Staff, community members and Elders gathered to reflect, share teachings, and celebrate culture through art, stories and food. 🔗 Read more here: www.communitylivingbc.ca/indigenous-relations/honoring-space-and-people-clbcs-terrace-office-host...... See MoreSee Less