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Happy Diwali! ✨ Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most important celebrations in Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism, and some Buddhist traditions. Diwali symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. The five-day festival spans from November 6th to November 11th.

November is Indigenous Disability Awareness Month 🪶 "Working towards a Canada that is inclusive, equitable, and accessible for everyone." A heartfelt thank you to BCANDS (Indigenous Disability Canada / British Columbia Aboriginal Network on Disability Society) for creating and championing Indigenous Disability Awareness Month. Since its inception in 2015, this important initiative has helped raise awareness, foster understanding, and shine a light on the experiences, contributions, and rights of Indigenous people living with disabilities. @BCANDS1 #IDAM bcands.bc.ca/indigenous-disa…

We’re excited to share a review of Verbal Me, a simple tap-to-talk app designed to make communication easier and more accessible. Sometimes, a small tap can make a big difference in giving someone a voice. Check out the latest video from DDA's Assistive Technology department and see what Verbal Me has to offer! #AAC #aacdevice #taptotalk

Halloween magic was in full swing at our Riverside Child Development Centre on Friday! 🎃👻 The centre was transformed into a parade of imagination, with princesses, dragons, dinosaurs, and even Optimus Prime making a special appearance! From fairy-tale adventures to prehistoric surprises, our little ghouls and superheroes brought plenty of Halloween spirit, smiles, and excitement to the day. Worms 'n dirt made a fun - but slightly gross if only in the name - snack! One thing's for sure - these kiddos are ready for the big night! Happy Halloween! 🧡

DO NOT...let the dancing fool you. DO NOT...let the laughter mislead you. DO NOT...let the delicious pizza convince you that it was enjoyed. 🍕 This was nothing short of a scarefest! Full of demons, ghouls, and a fisherman's catch of living human calamari hybrids! 🦑😳 Thrills, chills, and enough Halloween spirit to raise the dead. From creepy costumes to monstrous moves on the dance floor, our DDA crew proved that a little fright and a lot of fun make for one unforgettable Halloween celebration. Until next year... sleep tight! 👻🎃

🎃 It's starting to get downright terrifying!!! 😲 Dare to enter these doors at DDA's East Richmond Day Program. Staff and participants created a Halloween door-decorating contest, and the results are...ghastly!!! 👻💀 Beware... Happy Halloween!! #Halloween #scare2026 #abandonhope

Think 'accessible' this Halloween. 👻💀🤖🎃🧑‍🦽👨‍🦼‍ treataccessibly.com/?fbclid=…

Celebrating even more people! 🎂 Last week, we recognized DDA members of staff who have been with the organization for over 20 years - and there are many. This week, we celebrate those who have been supporting our mission for 5 or 10 years. To everyone celebrating a work anniversary this year: thank you for the time, care, and commitment you’ve given to DDA. Your contributions matter, your dedication is appreciated, and the difference you make reaches far beyond the workplace. 🫶 #workanniversary #commitment #careersthatcount

🎨 Celebrating Inclusion and Art! 🖼️ DDA was proud to take part in @posAbilitiesCA Annual Inclusion Art Show and Sale, celebrating the incredible creativity and talent of artists of all abilities! This year, 43 DDA artists showcased their amazing artwork, selling 21 pieces and raising $600! 🎉 A huge congratulations to all our talented artists, and thank you to posAbilities for creating a space where creativity, inclusion, and artistic expression can shine! ❤️ #inclusioninaction #artforall #CommunityInclusion #CelebrateAbilities

🌏 Building connections and sharing ideas! DDA was delighted to welcome a delegation of disability experts from Japan for a visit filled with opportunities to connect, exchange ideas, and learn from one another. 🇯🇵 The group included university professors, researchers, educators, healthcare professionals, and disability service providers, all passionate about creating more inclusive communities and improving the lives of people with disabilities. From inclusive education and positive behaviour support to independent living and community participation, we had plenty of shared interests and experiences to explore. 💙 Thank you to our wonderful visitors for spending time with DDA! 🇨🇦

Celebrating Inclusive Employment! October is Disability Employment Awareness Month, and Jobs West, DDA’s employment service, is proud to recognize Mercato di Luigi, part of the Kitchen Table Restaurants group, as our Employer of the Year!🏆 Thank you to the Mercato di Luigi and Kitchen Table Group team for helping create meaningful employment opportunities and fostering a workplace where people of all abilities can contribute, grow, and thrive. Congratulations to Mercato di Luigi on this well-deserved recognition, and thank you for championing inclusive employment! #DisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth #InclusiveEmployment #EmployerOfTheYear #InclusionMatters

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DDA is a great association to work for! On October 7 and 8, DDA participated in UBC Career Days, UBC's annual career fair. The two-day event brought together more than 75 employers from a wide range of industries, providing an excellent opportunity to connect with students and alumni, share information about DDA's services and employment opportunities, and build relationships with future job seekers and professionals. Interested in employment with DDA? Follow the link to our careers page! buff.ly/VxLw0ME

What makes an association like DDA work and grow? Is it the buildings 🏢 ? Is it the funding💰? Is it policy and procedure 📑 ? Not really. It’s the people. The kind of people who dedicate their working lives to supporting society's most vulnerable populations. Compassion. Empathy. Kindness. Understanding. ❤️ Every person celebrated in this video has been with DDA for at least 20 years. That says something about working at DDA, but it says a lot more about the people who make it go. Congratulations on 20+ years of working at DDA! We see you. #WorkAnniversaryCelebration #dedication #CommitmentToExcellence #WorkEthicWins

A huge thank you to the Canucks organization for supplying DDA clients and support staff tickets to tonight's game! We have a ton of dedicated fans here at the association! #GoCanucksGo

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Doing their civic duty! ✅ The folks from our East 45th and Worthington homes in Vancouver exercised their right to vote and made their voices heard! Change happened in almost every municipality, and we're proud that people with developmental disabilities had their say. Next up - provincial politics (October 24th)! #vote #YourVoteMatters #bcpoli

🎉 October is Disability Employment Awareness Month! 🎉 Let’s celebrate the valuable contributions people with disabilities make to our workplaces, communities, and economy! Meet Johnson, who is pedalling his way to success as an Assistant Bike Instructor at Pedalheads! 🚲 With support from DDA’s employment service, Jobs West, Johnson is building his skills, gaining valuable work experience, and making a difference doing a job he loves. 👏 Congratulations, Johnson! We’re cheering you on! develop.bc.ca/deam-johnson-p…