Starting school on the right foot

As the school years begins, one of the best ways to help your children get on the path to success is by helping them strengthen their literacy skills. The Ministry of Education has some helpful hints for parents of students from Grade 1 to Grade 12. [read more]

According to Statistics Canada, over 13 per cent of British Columbians have a disability that affects their daily lives. While most are able to function with minimal assistance or with readily available aids, some people have such specific needs that devices must be designed and manufactured expressly for them. This is where the University of Victoria’s CanAssist program steps in. [read more]

Every year, tens of thousands of British Columbians find themselves with a temporary disability due to an illness, surgery or injury. This can present a financial burden – especially to seniors and those with moderate incomes. They need mobility aids including wheelchairs, walkers and crutches to cope with daily activities. If buying or renting these things is beyond your means, the Canadian Red Cross’s medical equipment loan service can help. [read more]