User-friendly, searchable online database of disability-related supports, services, and community activities throughout British Columbia. Also hosts the Transition Timeline, an online tool for youth with disabilities and their families as they navigate transit...

Provides workers in BC with information about workers' compensation and the appeals process, and hears appeals concerning discriminatory action complaints and applications to reopen claims; operates independently of WorkSafeBC. Also provides certificates to th...

Network for workplace justice builds collective power through community organizing by and for precarious and non-unionized workers across BC. Know Your Rights resources provide information on employment rights; resources are available in English, Spanish, Chin...

Provides public access to books and other materials, free computer and internet access, and programs for infants, children, teens, and adults. Offers in-depth reference and information, in person and via telephone or email. Meeting rooms and group study rooms ...

Provides access and inclusion for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing with a full range of programs and services under one roof. Services include hearing clinics, ASL interpreting, translation, captioning, plain language, employment counselling, seniors outreach, com...

Addresses employment barriers encountered by people with physical disabilities. Supports them to return to a previous position, or to develop new job skills through education and training. Services include employment counselling; liaison arrangements with empl...

Provides consultative occupational therapy, physiotherapy, and social work services to children aged five to 19 with special health care needs; services are offered in school and home settings. Also provides consultative nursing services to children from birth...

Provides books, ebooks, DVDs, audiobooks, CDs and other material for loan to the public, as well as programs, special events, and free classes for children, teens, and adults. Free public computing and wireless access are available at all locations. Multilingu...

Provides support to parents who have infants or children up to age three who are developmentally delayed or at risk. Offers home visits, workshops, and opportunities to meet other parents. Assists the family in planning a program of activities that encourages ...

Coordinates services for adults with developmental disabilities, adults with significant limitations in adaptive functioning and a diagnosis of either fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) or pervasive developmental disorder (PDD)/autism spectrum disorder (AS...

Provides support, resources, and referral for child care providers and families. Services for parents include information about child care and the child care subsidy, help finding child care, referral to community resources, and educational opportunities. Also...

Committed to improving the quality of life for all Canadian amputees by providing information on all aspects of living with amputation, financial assistance for artificial limbs, and peer support for children. Operates many programs including the CHAMP Program...

An early intervention and educational centre for young children with emotional and/or behavioural challenges, and their families. Services promote the emotional health and well-being of children and families within their community. Works in partnership with pa...

Community centre in downtown south Vancouver, open 9 am to 8 pm daily; general memberships are free. Provides daily low-cost meals: breakfast at 9 am to 11:30 am, lunch from 11:30 noon to 4:30 pm, and dinner from 4:30 pm to 7 pm; coffee, tea, and snacks are av...

Empowers youth ages 12 to 18 to have healthy and respectful relationships through an interactive violence prevention program called Respectful Relationships (R+R). Adult facilitators deliver workshops, and high school students co-facilitate. Serves various sch...

Educational and cultural organization dedicated to enhancing the understanding of cinema and contemporary media. Provides film screenings, educational services, and resources that celebrate the art of cinema, further its study, and advance media literacy. Prov...

Offers assessment, diagnostic, and family support services for individuals and families who are, or are suspected of, living with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) or other complex developmental needs. Provides care plans for affected individuals, address...

Funds research, provides educational programming, and advocates for people living with arthritis. The Arthritis Answers Line provides basic information, emotional support, and referrals to local contacts and/or support groups. Provides Arthritis Camps during t...

Provides information on tax credits and deductions available for persons with disabilities, their supporting family members, and their caregivers. Topics include Disability Tax Credit (DTC), medical expenses, disability supports deduction, Child Disability Ben...

Offers assessment, diagnostic, and family support services for individuals and families who are, or are suspected of, living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or other complex developmental needs. Provides care plans ...

Provides public access to books and other materials; free computer and internet access; and programs for infants, children, teens, and adults. Offers in-depth reference and information either in person, via telephone, or email. Meeting rooms are available for ...

Coordinates services for adults with developmental disabilities, adults with significant limitations in adaptive functioning and a diagnosis of either fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) or pervasive developmental disorder (PDD)/autism spectrum disorder (AS...

Enables children up to age 12 who require extra supports to be included in a childcare, preschool, or after-school setting. Services include assistance finding childcare, individual planning, extra staffing support for childcare programs, training and informat...

Assists families of children up to 12 years of age who have extra support needs, to access inclusive child care that meets individual needs; youth ages 13 to 19 are considered on a case-by-case basis. Also supports child care, preschool, and out-of-school care...

Enables children up to age 12 who require extra supports to be included in a childcare, preschool, or after-school setting. Services include assistance finding childcare, individual planning, training and information for families and childcare providers, and r...