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BC Centre for Ability Association

Organization Address

2805 Kingsway

Vancouver
British Columbia
Canada
V5R 5H9

Organization Details

  • Phone:(604) 451 - 5511
  • Fax:(604) 451 - 5651
  • Website:www.centreforability.bc.ca
  • Total Membership:126
  • AGM:June
  • Budget:$6200000
  • Unions:HSA, BCGEU

Board Members

President, Shawqi Rashed
Vice President, Marty Wittman

Staff Members

Director, Rosanna Battista
Executive Director , Angie Kwok (akwok@centreforability.bc.ca)

Supports and Services

Services for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool Children



Community Brain Injury Program for Children:  A provincially-funded rehabilitation program, designed for children and youth with acquired brain injuries.

Early Intervention Therapy Programs:  Offers services to children with developemntal problems or disabilities and their families.

NAS/FAS and Complex Behavior Programs:  Offers family support services to families with children and youths with NAS/FAS and/or complex developmental and behavioral conditions.

Safe Babies Enhancement Program:  Ensures families who are taking children with FASD (or other significant neurological difficulties) into their homes have knowledge and resources to successfully provide daily care for these children with special needs.

Supported Child Development Program:  Assists families requiring child care, pre-school, or out-of-school care for their children aged 0 to 10 years of age.

Vocational Services and Programs



Employment Program for Persons with Disabilities:  Provides a wide range of vocational services to persons with disabilities living in the Lower Mainland.

Employment Resource Centre for Persons with Disabilities:  Provides a wide range of vocational services to persons with disabilities.

Greater Vancouver Business Leadership Program:  Looks to bridge the gap between businesses and qualified individuals with disabilities.

Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities:  Assists persons with disabilities to obtain employment or self employment.

SEGWAYE Youth Transition Program: 
Provides pre-employment support to young adults with neurological disabilities between the ages of 18 - 25 to achieve independence and successful engagement in the workplace.
















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