We shall not cease from exploration, and the end of
     all our exploring will be to arrive where we started...
     and know the place for the first time.
                                                          - T.S. Elliot, 1888-1965
                                                            American-born British poet, critic

 

Faith is a member of or works with...

B.C. Children's Hospital and Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children
The province's major treatment, teaching and research facility for child health, caring for patients from birth to age 16.  Faith works with the Sunny Hill Ethics Committee to help these hospitals address difficult moral issues that arise in the treatment of patients.

Realwheels
A professional theatre company whose goal is to create and produce world-class art that deepens the audience’s understanding of the disability experience. Faith sits on the board and is excited to promote this dynamic and successful group.

Trial Lawyers Association of BC
A non-profit society made up of trial lawyers working to protect access to the courts, the rights of individuals, and the process of trial by jury. Faith served on its executive for many years and most recently was Chair of the Rules Committee, which has been offering some practical input into the government's current initiative to change how the courts run in B.C.  Faith is also a member of the Canadian Bar Association,
Vancouver Bar Association, and
Ontario Trial Lawyers Association.

The BC Paraplegic Association
The BCPA assists persons with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities to achieve independence, self reliance and full community participation.

BC Brain Injury Association
An organization in British Columbia serving the interests of all affected by Acquired Brain Injury in BC.

ME/FM Action Network
Provides information to the public, seeks to educate health care providers, and pushes for recognition and funding for Fibromyalgia and Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Other worthwhile organizations and links

BC Statutes - Alphabetical
Laws that govern many of our daily affairs in British Columbia.

Search BC decisions
Search decisions by name or date in the three levels of BC courts.

The British Columbia Law Institute
Formed in 1997, the BC Law Institute replaces the BC Law Reform Commission and works to modernise laws and make them easier to understand.

BC Coalition of People with Disabilities
a provincial, cross-disability organization that works to raise public and political awareness of disability issues, facilitate the full participation of people with disabilities in all aspects of society, and promote their independence.

Public Guardian and Trustee of British Columbia
The Public Guardian and Trustee protects the legal rights and financial interests of children, provides assistance to adults who need support for financial and personal decision making, and administers the estates of deceased and missing persons where there is no one else able to do so.

BC Centre for Ability
A non-profit organization with over 36 years of experience in the field of disabilities, providing individualized therapy and support services to children and youth in their homes and communities, specialized community living services and comprehensive vocational and support services for adults, and promoting successful community participation for individuals with disabilities.

BC Women's Hospital and Health Centre
Based in Vancouver, this is the only facility in B.C. devoted primarily to the health of women, newborns, and families.

Application for CPP disability benefits
The actual form you need to fill out to apply for these benefits.

Government of Canada helping people with disabilities save for the future
How to set up a Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) and apply for a Canada Disability Savings Grant and Canada Disability Savings Bond.

Neil Squire Foundation
This is an organization that empowers Canadians with physical disabilities through computer-based devices, research, and employment programs. A holistic, individualized approach.

BCITS
The BC Association for Individualized Technology and Supports for People with Disabilities works with people who have severe physical disabilities. The goal is to help them live as independently as possible, through support and equipment ranging from ventilators to adapted communications devices.

Sticks and Wheels
Ellen Frank has written a book/guide to accessible travel on BC's Lower Sunshine Coast. The website has updates to the book, news, event listings and forums.



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