Progressive Alternatives Society of Calgary was established to support independence, community inclusion and quality of life for people with disabilities.
Thanks to PASC employment partners @villagebrewery for hosting, and Operations Manager Jeremy McLaughlin and @KevinLpasc for speaking and hosting the #DEAM#cheerstoinclusion event last week with @AEFN_Alberta The event was the best attended Cheers to Inclusion Event to date!
On Wednesday Oct. 18 from 3-6pm, PASC Coordinator @KevinLpasc and members of the Alberta Employment First Network are helping to put on "Cheers to Inclusion" during #DEAM at one of our long term employers and #DEAM Award winners @villagebrewery
Register:
https://t.co/0fq6wOxpU4
Our team at Progressive Alternatives Society of Calgary wants to thank everyone who attended our Annual General Meeting yesterday at Fort Calgary, including local artists and last but not least Kor Colyn (Father of a PASC participant) and Chris Irwin from @Scotts_MGro!
Thanks to members of @AEFN_Alberta and @GatewayAssocAB for making the #InclusionPerks event @RossoCoffeeCo Ramsay yesterday, in addition to our own Tiffany Smith in speaking at the #DEAM City Hall kickoff. As you can see from the photos, both wer full of positive engagement!
Join @AEFNYC for the Inclusion Perks event happening tomorrow (Thu. Oct. 5) from 2-5pm at @RossoCoffeeCo Ramsay location. Speakers include inclusive employers, self-advocates and service providers in a casual, round table discussion. Register below!
https://t.co/3AcziVnjqV
Join PASC and members from @AEFN_Alberta for the #DEAM kickoff at City Hall atrium at noon today! No need to register, just show up. Our own Tiffany Smith will be speaking at the event, in addition to @JyotiGondek to proclaim DEAM for 2023!
As an organization, PASC recognizes the damaging effects of institutional systems on Indigenous people and communities and commits to working towards an inclusive and equitable society for all. Please see the video in honour of #TruthAndReconciliation
https://t.co/KcbrEWMlFq
It's October, you know what that means! #DEAM or Disability Employment Awareness Month kicks off for October. Please find more information how to register at https://t.co/hPrDWcMcFF including the City Hall Kickoff, and other events at @RossoCoffeeCo Ramsay and @villagebrewery
A PASC participant and entrepreneur, David Wudel, owner of 6WheelCo, will be part of an art show happening at @goodnewscoffee in Inglewood tomorrow June 17 10am-4pm. He will be there selling art and other great merchandise. Find details here:
https://t.co/tu0VNVWmub
Resource Coordinator @KevinLpasc is attending and representing PASC, a founding member of CASE, is at the @casecanada conference in #yvr. Thus far, there have been presenters from all over the world; we’re excited to have new processes, strategies and findings! #inclusionworks
Our team at @PASCalgary are pleased to announce week to honour Community Disability Service Workers is designated May 22-28 by @JeremyPNixon and supported by our mayor @JyotiGondek We want to thank our team for all of the amazing work they do! #Alberta#DisabilityInclusion
An important Webinar on Thu May 4 from 7:30-8:45pm MST, hosted by @InclusionAB with @ElectionsAB focused on people with developmental disabilities and the upcoming #AlbertaElection Please join via Zoom, and share with your networks.
https://t.co/Pcy8tdGt4W
We are saddened to announce the passing of a friend of PASC, @jimbutton, January 19, 2023. PASC Resource Coordinator @KevinLpasc wrote this post in memory of Jim. As it's stated, we were so lucky to know you Jim!
https://t.co/Qj0HQwrOCd
The PASC team would like to thank all of our team members, families, employers and support networks for their tireless efforts in helping the people we serve in meeting and exceeding their goals every step of the way. Happy holidays and best wishes to you all in 2023!
Congratulations to one of our employers @DeltaHotelsLtd Calgary South location as winners of a 2022 #DEAM Employer Award! Their HR and management team, and all team members have not only hired people with disabilities, they've fostered empowerment and opportunity for them!
It’s OFFICIAL… October is Disability Employment Awareness Month across Alberta 🎉🎉🎉
Thank you to Minister @jasonluan88, for proclaiming October as #DEAM across Alberta, on behalf of the @YourAlberta#DEAM2022#DEAMAB
A new pay-what-you-want market has opened up at Shawnessy and Saddletowne @YMCA_Calgary locations. A great opportunity for the people using PASC's services to have access to healthy food options at attainable prices.
More info can be found here: ➡️@weareallkinCA
Kin Coffee Cart and Kin Market are now open! Stop by Shawnessy YMCA or Saddletowne YMCA @YMCA_Calgary to grab a cup of ethically-sourced Motherlode Coffee or shop high-quality food at a price that you can afford.
Congratulations to all of the #deam2021 Employer Award winners! This years recipients @PASCalgary employer partners @AvmaxGroup and @_GenesisCentre A very well deserved win for all of their amazing work! See you all in 2022!