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Feature Stories
CSCL is now Inclusion Chilliwack!
At CSCL’s 70th AGM (June 11th, 2024)the Society’s Membership approved a special resolution to change our name to INCLUSION CHILLIWACK SOCIETY. The name change reflects the evolution in the community living movement; from a focus on deinstitutionalization and living in community, to being fully included citizens who
Anna-Maria’s Gift
Anna-Maria is in her seventies and has lived through the community living family movement. Anna-Maria learned needlework at a young age while attending Sunshine Drive school, and has always enjoyed arts and crafts. Anna-Maria is very creative and excels at fine detail work such as embroidery and
Remembering Keegan
February 21st would have been Keegan Combe’s birthday. He passed away in September 2015, after an accidental poisoning and a delayed response from the health care system treating him. Keegan, from Skwah First Nation, was an accomplished pianist and chess player. He was registered in trades school
CSCL Video Tour
CSCL is thrilled to add 3 new videos to our Video Catalogue: Check them out by clicking the links below: Video 1: Individual Rights – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vp4UYw28cpQ&t Video 2: Kiara & PWS – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aOz9hvzV_Rc&t Video 3: CSCL Connections – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRyKEhjkEJk
Bowls of Hope
It is the season for giving, and not just of gifts, but also in giving back to the community. CSCL supports and encourages volunteering within the community, and many of the people we serve are active volunteers in various organizations. One such organization is Chilliwack Bowls of
David’s Social Capital Story – Busy Bee!
David Godbout is a hard-working success story – a self-employed business owner with a successful micro-enterprise called, “Busy Bee”. David’s interest in enterprise goes back to “Teen Biz”, an unofficial business, back in the day, run by teens in CSCL’s Teen Clubs selling pop and snacks at
Author – Jordon LeFaivre Interview
Tell us a bit about yourself: My name is Jordan LeFaivre and I am 23 years old. Right now I’m a novelist and I’m working part-time at the Pacific Regional Training Centre (PRTC) as a Dining Room Attendant. As a child, I had a 1:1 childcare workers
Canadian Non Profit Employer of Choice
CSCL has been recognized as a Canadian Non Profit Employer of Choice 7 years in a row from 2017 to 2023! The NEOC award recognizes nonprofits whose exemplary talent management practices support successful mission delivery in the communities they serve. This is exciting news, and we are
Living with Labels and Lies
One woman’s story of “exceeding expectations” after a childhood of abuse, isolation and institutionalization. Carol Dauphinais is a hero to many and has been a tirless advocate for children and marginalised people. Carol lives in Chilliwack and has graciously presented numerous times at CSCL’s staff training days.
Designs by Kara-Lyn
Kara-Lyn has loved drawing since she was a small child. For years she drew pictures for the other adults in her program to colour. Many friends have her designs on their fridge at home. She is pleased to finally publish her first colouring book so that more
Announcements
CSCL is now Inclusion Chilliwack!
At CSCL’s 70th AGM (June 11th, 2024)the Society’s Membership approved a special resolution to change our name to INCLUSION CHILLIWACK SOCIETY. The name change reflects the evolution in the community living movement; from a focus on deinstitutionalization and living in community, to being fully included citizens who
CSCL Annual Report 2023-2024
CSCL’s Annual Report is now available. Click the link below to view: https://cscl.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/CSCL_AR2024_FINAL_sml.pdf
David’s Retirement
After 15 years of working at the City of Chilliwack City Hall, David Crey has chosen to retire. David was a caretaker for the Hall and surrounding grounds, making sure the area was clean. Many of his coworkers there agreed that his dedication to his work, his
CSCL Receiving $140K/Three Year Program to Aid 36 Youth with Developmental Disabilities, Find Work
At least 36 youth with developmental disabilities in Chilliwack and surrounding areas are getting additional help to transition from school to work, thanks to a grant provided to the Chilliwack Society for Community Living (CSCL) as part of the IMPACT 2.0 program.
Our Journey for Inclusion: 70 Years of Innovation
CSCL is thrilled to co-present an exhibition at the Chilliwack Museum highlighting the history of inclusion for people with developmental disabilities. Our Journey for Inclusion: 70 Years of Innovation opened on Jan. 25 at and runs until June 8. It was developed in partnership with Chilliwack Society
Staff Spotlight – Asees Singh
Q: How long have you been with CSCL and what do you do?I started at CSCL in August 2022 and I work as a Community/Direct Support Worker Q: What is your favourite thing about working at CSCL?The welcoming environment of the staff is my favourite aspect of
A Long Lost Reunion
Bob Mitchell’s Family Reunites! Shortly after Bob Mitchell’s parents passed away, he and his sister moved from Ontario to BC. His sister helped him find independent housing but unfortunately his sister’s phone number became unlisted, and he was left with no family contact. After 40 years, Outreach
2023 NEOC Award
CSCL has been awarded the 2023 nonprofit employer of choice award (for the 7th year in a row). This is all thanks to CSCL employees. In November, CSCL employees completed a confidential survey with the NEOC. The results of the survey determine our success as an employer
Paul’s World Cafe
Paul Kerr, together with his support staff, family and friends gathered to complete his My Plan and this time decided to do it a little differently. Wanda Dartnell, the manager of Paul’s home, explained. “We had done all the other types of planning in the past.” This
Staff Spotlight – Heidi Walde
Q: How long have you been with CSCL and what do you do? I have been with CSCL for 15 years and I am a Community Support Worker Q: What is your favourite thing about working at CSCL? Seeing first-hand how individuals supported by CSCL are cared
Annual Reports
Following are links to download CSCL’s Annual Reports. Please allow time to download – some files may be 10MB or more in size.
Visit our Annual Report Archive for access to previous Annual Reports.
CARF Survey Reports
CSCL is proud to have attained CARF Accreditation for another consecutive cycle. Please see our CARF Accreditation section for more information.
