Celebrating National Indigenous History Month

National Indigenous History Month is a time to recognize the heritage, resilience, and diversity of the First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Peoples.

In DDA residential, we wanted to celebrate as many events as we could in the month of June to grow and learn to show our respect for Indigenous Peoples in the spirit of reconciliation.

“Doing the Impossible” Does it Again!

DDA’s first film, “Doing the Impossible: The Story of the Developmental Disabilities Association” was nominated for two Golden Sheaf Awards at the Yorkton Film Festival -for Best Documentary, History and Biography, and Best Research. The town of Yorkton launched this film festival in 1947 with the support of the National Film Board of Canada. This was 76 years ago, making Yorkton the site of the oldest Film Festival in North America, rewarding the best screen-based media content in Canada. 

Addressing the Stigmas of a Neurodiverse Workforce

People with developmental disabilities may face various obstacles when entering the workforce. These can vary depending on the individual’s specific disability and the nature of the job, and some obstacles mean simply having no opportunity.

Navigating the Back-to-School Season: A Guide for Kids with Developmental Disabilities

It’s hard to believe, but another summer is almost behind us. Kids of all abilities are now getting ready to head back to class. For kids with developmental disabilities, this transition can bring about a unique set of challenges and considerations. However, with proper planning, understanding, and support, the back-to-school season can be a positive and empowering experience for everyone involved.

DDA Tech Review: Blots

Blots Silicone Stress Balls are produced by Speks – a company that has provides a series of stress-relieving desk toys. Speks advertises the Blots series as “satisfyingly squeezable desk toys” with the intent that they are to be moved and manipulated as a strategy to reduce stress.

DDA Wins Big at 25th Annual BC Leo Awards

Celebrating the best in BC film,the 25th annual BC Leo Awards honoured Doing the Impossible – The Story of the Developmental Disabilities Association and Executive Producer Alanna Hendren with three awards at this year’s gala event at the Hyatt Regency in Vancouver on Saturday, July 8th, 2023.

Heat and Developmental Disabilities

While a scorching heat dome like the one BC experienced in 2021 isn’t in the forecast, this week the mercury is expected to climb to summertime levels which means it could go over 30 degrees in some areas.

FULL STEAM AHEAD: DDA Annual Report 2022/2023

What a year! So much happened at DDA now that COVID restrictions have all but gone away. It allowed us to get back to normal and look ahead to the future. We are extremely proud of the hard work and dedication our staff, Board, and members give to provide advocacy and supports to the clients …