Kevin Knows His Job

September is Disability Employment Month in BC, a time to recognize the contributions people with disabilities make in workplaces across the province and to challenge some of the assumptions about what they can do.

Adaptive School Supplies: Small Tools, Big Difference

The big scramble is upon us! The scramble of parents running around and getting school supplies for the new school year. That usually means pencils, notebooks, scissors, and binders. But for some students, everyday school supplies can create barriers to learning and participation. Adaptive school supplies are designed to make common classroom tasks easier, more …

DEM: A Vast Talent Pool

Every September, British Columbia marks Disability Employment Month – an opportunity to celebrate inclusive workplaces and recognize the talent that people with disabilities bring to our communities. It’s also a good time to ask a practical question: With employers across BC continuing to struggle to recruit and retain good people, why are some employers still …

DDA Annual Report 2025/2026

Building on the momentum of last year, DDA is driving forward with pride, purpose, and perseverance. Driving Change – Evolution in Real Time reflects our commitment to adapting and responding to a changing environment while staying grounded in what matters most: supporting people with developmental disabilities to live meaningful lives as valued members of their …

The DDA Star – Summer 2026 Edition

Welcome to the newest edition of our Star Magazine! Wow, what a difference 3 months makes. DDA and its clients have been busy! From launching a public service campaign to making the earth a better place, we continue to foster inclusion and fun.

DDA Launches New PSA

On March 30th, DDA launched a new public service announcement across CTV BC and DDA social channels.

Earth Day at Champlain

Outdoor play is a large part of our children’s development centre programming.  When Earth Day happens, we tend to do more specific learning activities about the outside world and our planet.

Six Million Reasons Why this Work Matters

Not every organization has the benefit of a dedicated content creator. DDA is fortunate to invest in this capacity, and, just as importantly, to recognize the value it brings in raising awareness of who we are, what we do, and why it matters.

World Down Syndrome Day

March 21st marks World Down Syndrome Day, a global day of awareness, celebration, and advocacy. The date (3/21) reflects the extra copy of chromosome 21 that defines Down syndrome.

The DDA Star – Spring 2026 Edition

Welcome to the newest edition of our Star Magazine! Winter has been fairly painless for the Lower Mainland this time around, hardly a snowflake to be seen.

New DDA PSA is on the Way!

DDA is pleased to announce the production of a new public service announcement (PSA), scheduled for release this March, led by DDA filmmaker David Ozier in collaboration with eastcherry media.

Tech Review: ChatterBoards AAC

In this DDA Tech Review, we look at Chatterboards ACC. It is an augmentive and alternative communication app designed for people with autism and aphasia.