Just announced, the earnings exemption for Individuals receiving the Persons With Disabilities (PWD) Benefit, will be increased by $200/month for
Shake Zone, Portable Earthquake Simulator on tour in Victoria
The IBC Shake Zone, portable earthquake simulator, will be on tour throughout the Capital Regional District, September 9-17th. Experience a
Searchable Database of Disability Related Supports
findSupport BC is BC’s first user-friendly, searchable database of disability related supports, services, and community activities. The page was developed
Disability Assistance Rates Will Increase by $100 per Month in September
Starting Sept 20th, the new monthly disability assistance payment will be $1,133 per person. Read the full story here
Caregivers Retreat on Bowen Island, Sept 8-10
This special weekend retreat was developed by and for family caregivers to provide an opportunity to relax, rejuvenate and connect
Alternative Hearing Assistance Supplement
Effective April 1, 2017 the Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation (MSDSI) has introduced a $100 monthly Alternative Hearing
DABC Help Sheets Translated Into Five Languages
Disability Alliance BC has issued the following Community Update: Dear Community Partner, We recently had two of our Help Sheets:
RDSP Information Evening in Victoria
If you would like to learn more about RDSPs, Assante Financial Management will be hosting an informational evening at Citadel
Many Unaware They’re Eligible for Disability Tax Credit, MP says
A Vancouver Island MP is urging constituents to check whether they’re eligible for a tax credit that could save them
Changes to Online Application for Disability and Income Assistance
At the end of February, the Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation (MSDSI) introduced significant changes to the way