NEXUS Community Support Society

08/26/2025

With the new school year starting, please remember that school zones are back in effect. Slow down, stay alert, and keep our communities safe.

For more tips on how to , check out this helpful post from the City of Kamloops.

This September, thousands of students in Kamloops will be walking, biking, taking the bus, or being dropped off at school. Let’s make sure they all arrive safely.

Motorists, remember to:
✔️ slow down in school zones
✔️ watch for kids crossing and cyclists
✔️ obey crossing guards
✔️ always stop for school buses with flashing red lights

Together, we can keep our roads safe for students this school year.

08/22/2025

08/14/2025

Good news! Indigenous Disability Canada/B.C Aboriginal Network on Disability Society has launched National Indigenous Navigation Services, a new program to assist persons with disabilities in navigating and accessing disability-related benefits. This service is FREE, and they can support you through the application process. Visit their website for all the details:
https://www.bcands.bc.ca/idc-bcands-national-disability-tax-credit-dtc-navigation-program/

08/11/2025

Families in the Kootenay region, registration is open for the FREE Family Leadership Series event! The Working Group has prepared a program for learning and connection to help build a good life with and for your family member with a disability.
Visit the website for details about the sessions and to register for the event: https://inclusionbc.org/fls-kootenays-25/

08/10/2025

Register for the open house at ccscranbrook.ca/sheltertour !

Tour the new shelter, Thursday, August 14, from 1 to 2:30 p.m.! Step Beyond shelter will be open to guests at the end of August. This is your chance to come see the finished project: 40 beds, dining hall, common area, Elders room, bathrooms, kitchen, and more.

Register for this public open house at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/neighbour-tour-step-beyond-shelter-at-209-16th-avenue-north-cranbrook-tickets-1545273688199?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Closed-toe shoes may be required, but we are crossing our fingers we have full occupancy before then.

Members of the media and community partners are invited for separate, private tours. Contact executivedirector@ccssebc.com for tour times.

Step Beyond is a program of Community Connections Society of Southeast BC with funding and support from BC Housing and the Government of British Columbia.

08/02/2025

Our administration offices will be closed on Monday, August 5th, for BC Day. We hope you have a safe and enjoyable holiday, and we’ll see you back during regular hours on Tuesday, August 6th!

07/31/2025

Realm Services Inc., in collaboration with Inclusion BC , are working to transform lives by creating inclusive job opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Watch this inspiring video to see how we’re breaking barriers and building stronger communities! https://youtu.be/AyJvPfjvEDk

Check out the featured stories, including The Paw Shop - Healthy Pet Foods and Supplies

Join us in supporting and empowering everyone to thrive in the workplace. 🌟

Share this post to spread the word or visit https://inclusionbc.org/ or realmbc.ca to learn how to get involved!

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07/30/2025

Happy International Day of Friendship! 💙💚💛🧡❤️

At NEXUS, friendship means more than just connection — it’s about inclusion, belonging, and being there for one another.

Today, we celebrate the relationships that lift us up, the moments of shared laughter, and the everyday kindness that helps build stronger, more welcoming communities.

Here’s to the friends who support, listen, advocate, and stand together — today and every day.

07/29/2025

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