The Community Living Society (CLS) supports individuals with developmental disabilities or acquired brain injuries to live meaningful lives as full citizens

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Want to start using your people skills to develop skills with people?
Turn customer service experience into community support experiences with Community Living Society.

Where we offer:
•	Opportunities for Advancement
•	Supportive Work Environment
•	Employee and Family Assistance Program
•	Dental and Extended Health
•	Health and Personal Spending Accounts
•	Variety of Shift Options
•	Extensive, Hands-On Training
•	Numerous Locations Across the Lower Mainland
•	Paid incentives for Class 4 license holders

Apply here:  https://www.communitylivingsociety.ca/a-great-place-to-work/
On March 12, 2024 over 100 CLS employees and guests gathered at the Vancouver Golf Club to honour and celebrate employees who reached milestone years of employment and the CLS, and employees who had been nominated by their peers for 4 different service awards. These awards recognize employees who embrace the CLS Mission, Vision and Values, and who go above and beyond in their support of people to live as full citizens. In the next edition of the CLS Communicator newsletter there will be a full article and writeup of these awards. Thank you to everyone who attended, and thank you to all of our employees for the wonderful work they do each and every day.
The theme for this year’s International Women’s Day is “Inspire Inclusion”.

At CLS, we’re lucky to support a wide range of amazing women and we’re just as lucky to have a collection of amazing women as a part of our staff who actively inspire inclusion.

So today, join us in celebrating the strength, resilience, and achievements of the wonderful women in our community and worldwide.
Affecting 50 million people worldwide, epilepsy is one of the most common neurological diseases. Despite it being so widespread, there’s still a large knowledge gap about how to support those living with epilepsy. We’re hoping that for the month of March that you join us in learning and spreading the word about this life alternating disease.

Learn more here: https://esebc.org/ | https://esebc.org/children-epilepsy/
Stand up against bullying! 

Pink Shirt Day is a reminder that as a community we choose kindness and unity over negativity. Let's wear pink, not just shirts, but in our actions. Together, we create a world where compassion prevails, and everyone feels supported. 

Looking for resources to help combat bullying? Learn more here: https://www.pinkshirtday.ca/support-for-youth
At CLS we aim to amplify voices, champion equality, and foster inclusivity. Whether expressing our citizenship through advocacy, art, or at the ballot boxes, we embrace the spirit of justice. 

CLS created a booklet and a short video that is available to all of the people we support and their personal support network members. It is reviewed with each person we support on an annual basis to ensure that they are aware of their rights and responsibilities: https://www.communitylivingsociety.ca/portfolio-items/my-rights-and-responsibilities/
Interested in problem-solving with people instead of for people?

Turn customer service experience into community support experiences with Community Living Society.

What we offer:
- Paid incentives for Class 4 license holders
- Opportunities for Advancement
- Supportive Work Environment
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Dental and Extended Health
- Health and Personal Spending Accounts
- Variety of Shift Options
- Extensive, Hands-On Training
- Numerous Locations Across the Lower Mainland

Apply here:  https://www.communitylivingsociety.ca/a-great-place-to-work/
Join us on February 16 to celebrate the hard work and dedication of Kurtis Johnson’s launch of his cookbook:  Art & Food From the Heart. Please RSVP to ebernard@communitylivingsociety.ca 

Kurtis is supported by the Community Living Society in the L.I.F.E program and has accomplished his dream of creating this cookbook. At this event Kurtis will talk about his book, have an informal Q and A, and be available to sign books. 

Books will be available for purchase by cash or e-transfer. You can also purchase online at 
Art & Food From the Heart: Johnson, Kurtis: 9798395305671: Books - Amazon.ca
Today is #BellLetsTalk Day! Let's amplify the conversation around mental health as a community. Every moment we connect with people is an opportunity to break the stigma, lend an ear, and show kindness. Together, we create a world where everyone feels heard and supported.
Happy International Day of Education!  Let's celebrate the power of learning as a community. When we strive to collaborate, uplift each other, and create inclusive spaces, we all grow. 

Join us in building a future where education is a shared journey that knows no bounds.
Want to start using your people skills to develop skills with people?

Turn customer service experience into community support experiences with Community Living Society.

What we offer:
- Opportunities for Advancement
- Supportive Work Environment
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Dental and Extended Health
- Health and Personal Spending Accounts
- Variety of Shift Options
- Extensive, Hands-On Training
- Numerous Locations Across the Lower Mainland
- Paid incentives for Class 4 license holders

Apply here:  https://www.communitylivingsociety.ca/a-great-place-to-work/
Let's unite as a community to shine a light on those affected by the challenges of Alzheimer's. Together, we can raise awareness and offer support for all  those affected. 

In the Fall of 2023 CLS co-hosted provincial staff training on Dementia and People with an Intellectual Disability.  We enrolled 14 frontline employees and Leaders in the basic course and 4 Leaders in the third day to become trainers.  The trainers will be able to provide in-house training to CLS staff on this important and increasingly relevant topic. 

Here are some stories from a community of Alzheimer’s advocates: https://ilivewithdementia.ca/read-our-stories/

CLS News

CLS Art Studios

The CLS supports two art studios (PotteryWorks and Studio Seventy Three) where artists learn to create incredible works of art that are sold and exhibited throughout the Lower Mainland and online. Check them out

A Great Place to Work

We value the diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives of the people who join CLS. We are seeking employees with an inherent ability to value people with disability and who believe in their right to have and realize their dreams.

Support the CLS

The CLS was founded by families and has always benefited from generous contributions of time and money from individuals, foundations, and corporations to help the people we serve.