Cranbrook Volunteers Make Over 60 Devices at YXC Makerspace Build
On November 23rd, 22 volunteers braved the snow for our first Hacking for the Holidays build event in Cranbrook, BC.
WorkBC Assistive Technology Services Helps Yong Dan Provide High Quality Customer Service
Yong Dan works as a Store Associate for a retail store. Her duties include greeting customers, working the cash register, restocking and organizing merchandise, and resolving customer complaints. She has hearing loss.
Creative Employment Options Helps the Penticton & District Community Arts Council Hire Youth With Disabilities
Through Neil Squire’s Creative Employment Options program, the Penticton & District Community Arts Council (PDCAC) were able to hire three youth with disabilities over the summer: Avi, M, and Emily.
Anthony’s New Hearing Aids “Help Provide the Confidence I Need to Have”
Anthony works for a non-profit that provides housing and shelter for people in need. At the building he works at, his many duties include helping clients with their daily tasks, security, dealing with conflicts, as well as answering phones. He has hearing loss, which can make it difficult to hear conversations.
Natalie Makes a Difference With Makers Making Change in Newfoundland and Labrador
In April of 2023, Natalie attended the first ever build event by Neil Squire’s Makers Making Change program in Newfoundland and Labrador with her older sister. Now a Grade 12 student, she’s since become a dedicated volunteer and a champion of the program in her province.