Written by Donna Ashcroft and Brittney Taylor, Oliver Community Advocates
"Adrian was faced with mental and physical health issues & a housing crisis, and he contacted our outreach office at The Access Centre for support. The most urgent…
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Written by David Desautels, Family Law Advocate
** names have been changed to protect privacy**
Maria is married to Floyd, and they have two boys under 12 years old. Maria and Floyd had a good marriage until Floyd became aggressive and started…
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Written by Keleah Strack - Poverty Law Advocate
"We had a family who was served a 2-month eviction notice for landlord use of property. The landlord claimed that she needed the tenants to vacate because she wanted to move into the tenant’s…
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Finding My Way in an Ableist Profession by Salina Dewar
As an aspiring lawyer, my first hint of what lay ahead of me came at age 13. When I told classmates and teachers I wanted…
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Welcome to our blog on self-care, a topic that is essential for maintaining a healthy and happy life. In today's fast-paced and demanding world, we often find ourselves putting the needs of others ahead of our own. However, it is crucial to…
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The BC Budget for the 2023/2024 fiscal year was announced at the legislative assembly in Victoria on February 28, 2023. The Budget revealed that there would be an increase to the shelter…
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By Keisha McLean, COMMUNITY ADVOCATE: Disability, Resource, Referral, Vulnerable Adult Outreach & Support
The Black Panther Party, during the Civil Rights Movement, coined the term “Survival Programs Pending…
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A view of the Penticton and Area Access Centre’s offices
For those in our communities who experience physical, social or economic barriers, accessing life-changing services can be a confusing and daunting task. The Penticton…
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By Alexandria Johnstone, Legal Community Impact Intern & Community Advocate: Resource, Referral, Youth Outreach, Disability & Poverty Law Advocacy
While the Canada Workers Benefit (CWB) has benefited some Canadians since its…
http://accesscentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/200Artboard-1.png00Brandi Becketthttp://accesscentre.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/200Artboard-1.pngBrandi Beckett2023-06-20 03:13:512023-06-20 18:58:30Op-ed: Discrimination within the Canada Workers Benefit
TED*'S STORY:
One of the supports that poverty advocates provide is helping people connect to money they're entitled to. It might not be a lot and it might be a one-time payment but if it means there's more than there used to be, then it's…
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