Webinars & Events
Webinar:
First Steps to Hiring Employees

Are you looking to hire your first employee? There are some steps to take before hiring your staff. This webinar will cover those steps, how to access required resources, your legal obligation as an employer, and the necessary paperwork.
When: Tuesday, February 22
Time: 7:00pm (PST)
Webinar:
Criminal Record Checks

The process to conduct a staff's criminal record check has changed. Moving forward, all Microboards and Individualized Funding Agents must have a registered employer account with the Criminal Records Review Program (CRRP). Criminal Record Checks can no longer be done at your local police detachment.

All Microboards and Individualized Funding Agents MUST have an account with the CRRP by Thursday, March 31, 2022.

In this webinar we will highlight the policy requirements, look at the process to set up an employer account, complete the criminal record check, and answer any questions.
When: Tuesday, March 1
Time: 7:00pm (PST)
Webinar:
Intro to Microboards &
Individualized Funding

This webinar is an introduction to Microboards and Individualized Funding. It is for people interested in learning more about these resources, what they are, how they are different, and if they are the best option for you, or a loved one with a disability.

What is a Microboard?

A Microboard is a small non-profit society created by family and friends to provide personalized support for a person with a disability. The focus of a Microboard is to support the person with a disability’s guidance to have an inclusive life in their community. Anyone with a disability can have a Microboard.

What is Individualized Funding?

Individualized Funding (IF) is a payment option for people served by Community Living BC (CLBC). IF lets you use the money given to you by CLBC to create new, different kinds of services that will support you in your community.
When: Tuesday, March 8
Time: 7:00pm (PST)
Your Will Can Make a Difference
We have partnered with Will Power, a national movement to educate Canadians on the power they have to make a difference through their Wills.

Learn how you can donate to Vela Canada through your will.
Chats with Vela

Chats with Vela are online video chats providing Microboards and Individualized Funding recipients an opportunity to speak with Vela staff about resources and current updates. These chats are an opportunity to ask questions, learn about current updates, and connect with other families who are part of the conversation. 
When: Thursday, February 17
Time: 7:00pm (PST)

Sibling Meetups

Do you have an adult sibling with a disability?

Connect with others who also have a sibling with a disability and who just "get it". Join the Sibling Collaborative for their upcoming Virtual Sibling Meetup.
When: Wednesday, February 16
Time: 6:00pm (PST)
Vela's Upcoming Events
Did you know that you can find all our upcoming events and webinars on our website?
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