Victoria Disability Resource Centre

04/29/2026

The PWD Info Sessions for today (Wednesday, April 29th) has been cancelled. Our next scheduled Info Session will be Wednesday, May 6th at 2:30pm. Our apologies for any inconvenience.

For a recording of the PWD Info Session, please refer to the VDRC YouTube page at the following link: https://youtu.be/63wCqajMHU0

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04/28/2026

Interested in playing some fun video games with friends? Wa-hoo!

Next Tuesday, May, 5th, from 1:00pm to 3:00pm, we're hosting an Accessible Gaming Hangout! We'll be featuring a variety of Nintendo Switch games that can be played with two or more players! Many of these games also have some really neat accessibility features!

The game line-up includes:
-Super Mario Kart 8 Deluxe: classic racing fun for up to four players, with steering wheel controllers!
-The Vale: Shadow of the Crown: an immersive role-playing game that is entirely
played through audio cues, ideal for people who are blind!
-Super Mario Party: a competitive multiplayer with a large collection of fun mini games!
-Nintendo Switch Sports: a variety of sports, including bowling, basketball and more, with simple motion controls

If you would like to participate, please fill out the Google form at the link below and for any additional questions or concerns, please email peersupport@drcvictoria.com or call 250-595-0044 ext. 112.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScAcmC0BUmvCWJH3sCYfMaBzXcAhKv9YjRgJk2ViSR18ts3Rw/viewform

Image Description: poster advertising the Accessible Gaming Hangout, with images of the games and info, all featured in the above social media post.

04/27/2026

Last week, we said goodbye to two incredible members of our team.

Lomie, our Information & Referral Coordinator (I&R), has been with us since August 2023. She became a cornerstone of the I&R program, mastering it with care and skill, training staff, and supporting Social Work practicum students with patience and generosity. Her impact will be felt for a long time.

Aaron began as a volunteer and stepped into the role of Volunteer Skills Development Coordinator in May 2025. With very little training, he quickly made the program his own, building something rich and meaningful, while recruiting, training, and supporting a strong team of volunteers.

Both Lomie and Aaron brought passion, dedication, and heart to their work. We are grateful for everything they’ve given to the Centre.

We wish them all the best in what comes next, and we hope our paths cross again.

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04/24/2026

The VDRC has four work experience positions available, courtesy of United Way BC - Southern Vancouver Island! Come join our team for the summer as a Peer Support Coordinator, a Peer Support Assistant, a Social Media Coordinator, or a Volunteer Coordinator Assistant! Check out the link below for more information and to apply!

https://drcvictoria.com/get-involved/volunteers/careers-at-the-vdrc/ #:~:text=Four%20Work%20Experience%20Positions%20%2D%20United%20Way%20BC

04/23/2026

Inclusion Canada is working with the federal government of Canada to improve the accessibility of their programs and services for persons with disabilities! They are looking for testers to assess everything from applications to online tools and more and provide feedback on how they could be improved. Check out the link below for more info and to sign up!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FZ8WVVS

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04/23/2026

This Spring, Vancouver Island Y is offering their free Y Mind program for youths aged 18-30 years who are looking for help coping with worry and stress. Check out the link below for more information and to register!

https://vancouverislandy.com/program-services/community-health/mental-wellness/

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04/22/2026

The Work-Able Accessible Employment Program from BC Public Services is a work experience program for recent post secondary youths who identify as having a disability. This unique program offers coaching, support and mentorship while you learn valuable skills and public service experience.

Applications are being accepted until May 1st at 10:59pm, check out the link below for more info and to apply!

https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/122502

Image Description: banner graphic advertising the Work-Able Program, featuring a photo of a woman in a wheelchair holding a laptop.

04/21/2026

If you can, join Disability Alliance BC for a public rally to save The Right Program!

When: Wednesday, April 22nd at 2 pm PT.
Where: Office of the Honourable Gregor Robertson ( #360-3150 E 54th Ave, Vancouver).

📢 Join us at a PUBLIC RALLY to save The Right Fit Program! 📢

The Right Fit is a vital program that matches wheelchair users with safe, accessible housing and it is at serious risk of ending. We need YOUR help to keep it going. Help us tell federal Minister of Housing and Infrastructure Gregor Robertson and other decision makers why this program is so important.

📆 When: Wednesday, April 22nd at 2 pm PT.

📍Where: Office of the Honourable Gregor Robertson ( #360-3150 E 54th Ave, Vancouver).

Thank you for supporting us!

Individualized Funding Resource Centre Society

04/20/2026

Please sign and share this post to help save Disability Alliance BC's program, The Right Fit!

SIGN NOW: ONLINE PETITION TO SAVE THE RIGHT FIT PROGRAM! 📩

🔗 Link: https://c.org/N9X4MdVVLL

By signing and sharing this petition, you can help protect accessible housing for wheelchair users. 🤝 Demand urgent federal action to save the Right Fit Program, which is at immediate risk of shutting down due to a sudden loss of federal funding.

Without urgent action, this proven program will end—leaving hundreds of people with disabilities without the support they need to find safe, accessible housing.

Want to do more? Join our public rally in on Wednesday, April 22nd: https://disabilityalliancebc.org/join-us-at-a-public-rally-to-save-the-right-fit-program/

Individualized Funding Resource Centre Society



Gregor Robertson

04/20/2026

DATE CORRECTION: The upcoming in-person session of our PEER Time peer group is meeting next Tuesday, April 28th and not this week! Apologies for the confusion! See the original corrected post below for more details!

PEER Time (which stands for People Encouraging Each other Respectfully) is a peer social group for persons with disabilities to connect with each other and share thoughts, experiences, knowledge and skills!

Our next session will be in-person, at 817A Fort Street, next Tuesday, April 28th, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm!

For more info, please contact Hazel at peersupport@drcvictoria.com or 250-595-0044, extension 112.

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04/17/2026

Disability Alliance BC held a press conference on April 2nd to discuss the loss of funding for their Right Fit program and the devastating impact it will have on hundreds of individuals who use wheelchairs and are looking for place to live. Watch the full press conference at the link below.

https://youtu.be/Fiiv9D0atzE?si=B3Nh6hb8tgPHoisb

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04/17/2026

⏰ A quick reminder — spots are filling up!

Our upcoming Disability Inclusion & Awareness Training sessions are just around the corner, and we still have a few spaces left.

✨ Choose what works best for you:

📍 In-person (Victoria)
Tuesday, April 21 | 5:00–8:00 PM
☕ Snacks and beverages included
Register by Friday, April 17 at 4:00 PM

💻 Virtual (Zoom)
Tuesday, April 28 | 5:00–8:00 PM
Register by Friday, April 24 at 4:00 PM

💲 $99 + 5% GST ($103.95)

These sessions are small, interactive, and built around real conversation — not a lecture. You’ll leave with practical tools, new perspectives, and space to ask questions.

If you’ve been thinking about joining, now is a great time to sign up.

👉 Register here: https://forms.gle/L3hKKnNF7tkedMnx6 or https://s.surveyplanet.com/uuz9snyx

Or contact Wendy:
📧 director@drcvictoria.com

📞 250-595-0044 ext. 107

👥 Space is limited — we’d love to have you join us.

Welcome to the registration form for the Disability Inclusion & Awareness Training at the Victoria Disability Resource Centre on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 5:00pm.