Thank you to all BeConnected personnel who made it to work safe and sound during the winter storm, and making these snow days fun for the individuals we support!

Just another example of the importance of the work that you do, thank you today and everyday.

Community Inclusion Month

BeConnected was pleased to join the Province of British Columbia, CLBC, Inclusion BC, partner organizations, self advocates, and other individuals/allies, in recognizing October as Community Inclusion Month.

The month is an opportunity to recognize the hard work of individuals, families and community members who create inclusive communities and opportunities for all British Columbians with developmental disabilities.

This year the proclamation recognizes the importance of inclusive housing, employment, health and well-being and self-determined Indigenous strategies.

Read the proclamation here.

To celebrate, BeConnected organized a pancake breakfast! Thank you to everyone who joined us!

Self Advocates for a Brighter Future also joined in the celebration by hosting a special October Themed SANGO which included information about Community Inclusion Month, Disability Employment Month, elections, and more!

Employee and Service Provider Appreciation Gala

Thank you to all BeConnected personnel for your hard work and commitment to the individuals and families we serve.

We're so glad we were able to get together and celebrate those who reached years-in-service milestones of 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25 years as well as all other personnel.

We would not be able to do the excellent essential work that we do, without you.

Halloween Party

We had a spooktacular time at our Halloween Party this year with great food, costumes, and music! Congratulations Morgan on winning best costume!

Holiday Decorating Contest

We wanted to spread some holiday cheer in our neighborhood's this year! We brought out the lights and decorations for a Holiday House Decorating Contest! Check out our three finalists below!

International Workers

After attending the Diversity Works! Employment and Immigration in the Capital Region Summit back in June, a seed was planted.

We are currently working with an organization which will assist us in bringing international workers to BeConnected!

We have met and interviewed many individuals to assess for skills, experience, and cultural fit, and invited 8 of them to come and work with us. 

We expect our new workers to arrive in Canada early in the new year! In the meantime BeConnected’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee will be planning ways to welcome our new team members.

We hope to introduce our new employees in our next newsletter!

Welcome New Personnel

BeConnected has welcomed 36 new employees and contractors since our last newsletter!

Welcome to the BeConnected Family!