This is a great example of how a single word can hurt and offend. If you have a few minutes, check it out. It’s worth hanging on until the end…
PWD Factsheet
Hi everyone:
I hope this finds you well. Nice to see the sunshine out. Our friend Margaret from COPCS passed along a link to a fax sheet put together about the Persons With a Disability benefit from the BC Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation. Some helpful information.
Denise Bissonnette Employment Workshop
From Denai Christenson, CLBC:
Good Afternoon,
The YMCA of Okanagan with the support of CLBC is thrilled to extend this invitation to agencies who are involved in assisting individuals with barriers to achieve their dreams and find their place in the work world. This 2 day employment training workshop will take place on March 30th and 31st at the Ramada Hotel and Conference Centre in Kelowna from 9:00am to 4:00pm. The presenter is Denise Bissonnette, an internationally renowned writer, trainer, and keynote speaker. She has inspired people and organizations throughout North America to look beyond traditional concepts of job development and to craft livelihoods rooted in the individual genius of each person. She has authored several publications on creative job development, state of the art job search techniques, the cultivation of the human spirit, and how to “shine” on the job. Her book Beyond Traditional Job Development: The Art of Creating Opportunity is considered the definitive text in employment programs and university classrooms throughout North America.
There is a flyer attached with more information regarding the details of this employment workshop and how to register.
Thanks and I hope to see you there,
Workshop opportunity: “Houses, Homes and Caregiving: Providing Hope and Healing”
“Houses, Homes and Caregiving: Providing Hope and Healing”Please see (attached) announcement for the upcoming Home Share Provider and Community workshop. This will be an excellent training opportunity taking place on Friday, May 29th, 2015. Please note, there is no charge for Home Share Providers to attend.No need for you to mail in your registration form, you can register by email to adultcare@shaw.ca or phone Margaret at (778)753-2625 with your name, contact information and how many will be attending.Thanks,Margaret MilsomCentral Okanagan Professional Caregivers Society
CRA Information for Home Share Providers
Hi all:
Please see the attached for more information from the Canada Revenue Agency regarding providing support in your home as a profession and the tax rules associated. Thanks to Margaret from COPCS for passing this along.
22 04 14 update:
https://commconn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/18-03-28-CRA-Letter-TI-Homesharing.pdf
PWD Factsheet
Hi everyone:
I hope this finds you well. Nice to see the sunshine out. Our friend Margaret from COPCS passed along a link to a fax sheet put together about the Persons With a Disability benefit from the BC Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation. Some helpful information.
Great News Quarterly Newsletter…. December 2014
Here is the inaugural copy of the Great News Quarterly Newsletter… check it out and if you want to receive it as a link via email, email Brian and he’ll get you on the list (brian [at] commconn.ca)
14 12 11 CCSS Newsletter Vol I Issue I – Low Res (Quick Download)
14 12 11 CCSS Newsletter Vol I Issue I – High Res (Better Quality)
Great News at Community Connections…! November 14, 2014
Here is the latest copy of Great News… check it out and if you want to receive it via email, email Brian and he’ll get you on the list (brian [at] commconn.ca)
Great News at Community Connections…! November 14, 2014
Here is the latest copy of Great News… check it out and if you want to receive it via email, email Brian and he’ll get you on the list (brian [at] commconn.ca)
COPCS Christmas Fundraiser
The crew over at COPCS are again raising funds for the organization this year by selling poinsettias and wreaths for Christmas. We bought a bunch last year, they are really beautiful. For more information please see the attached poster.
Great cause, and a great way the get ready for the festive season.

