It just feels good to say hi! Get out there and try it out!

Hi, I'm Tracy Jo

http://www.startwithhi.ca This video features Tracy Jo from Kamloops BC. This campaign urges British Columbians to just say "hi" and take it from there. It's such a small thing... but it's also big. Sometimes we don't know what to say to someone with a developmental disability or we're worried about saying the wrong thing. Just acknowledging one another, despite differences of any kind, is a small way to communicate acceptance and belonging. After all, as citizens we all have a role to play in the safety and well being of our fellow citizens. Share your story of inclusion by visiting our site. From: StartwithHi Views: 377

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Come Together

"Come Together" is a short video about inclusion and community. The video was produced by Community Living BC and developed by a Community Council Video committee. "Come Together" includes a brief overview of CLBC, the role of Community Councils and examples of participation and contribution to community life on the part of people with developmental disabilities. The video shines a light on the important work that Community Councils do and raises awareness about the issues that are most important to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Special thanks to: Cory Fisher, Dominique Gudet, Chris, Elton Joseph, Paul Schrivener, Tanya Steinhausen, Bonnie Laird, Larry Abinantay, Bill Heichert, Gerald Klassen, Byron Sutton-Atkins and Alison Roy. For more information on how you can get involved visit: http://www.communitylivingbc.ca Or contact us: info@communitylivingbc.ca From: StartwithHi Views: 257

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Hi, I'm Emin

http://www.startwithhi.ca This video features Emin from Richmond BC. This campaign urges British Columbians to just say "hi" and take it from there. It's such a small thing... but it's also big. Sometimes we don't know what to say to someone with a developmental disability or we're worried about saying the wrong thing. Just acknowledging one another, despite differences of any kind, is a small way to communicate acceptance and belonging. After all, as citizens we all have a role to play in the safety and well being of our fellow citizens. Share your story of inclusion by visiting our site. From: StartwithHi Views: 287

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The following is one of the many stories of belonging that our Grand Forks community has to tell and is another reason why our attitude towards diversity makes it such a great place to live. Jeff is 60 years old, raises Donkey’s and enjoys swimming. Peter is a 36 year old man with a disability who delivers the Weekender and also enjoys swimming. Jeff and Peter first met and started to get to know each other in the shallow end of the pool over the span of a month or so. What started with “Hi” and the shaking of hands, has evolved into small chat and joking around together. One of their favourite games is to call the others name and quickly hide under the water before the other turns around. As time went on and they got to know each other better, Jeff invited Peter to visit his Donkey farm. At the farm, they chatted endlessly and exchanged laughter while feeding the Donkeys; it was apparent that a solid friendship had formed. Having previously learned Jeff’s birthday, sometime after the day at the farm, Peter called Jeff to invite him for a celebratory coffee where they joked and laughed for hours. Now, a year later, the two men continue to see each other at the pool and look forward to the opportunity to say “Hi” and share a few laughs.

Hi, I'm Justin

http://www.startwithhi.ca This video features Justin from Dawson Creek BC. This campaign urges British Columbians to just say "hi" and take it from there. It's such a small thing... but it's also big. Sometimes we don't know what to say to someone with a developmental disability or we're worried about saying the wrong thing. Just acknowledging one another, despite differences of any kind, is a small way to communicate acceptance and belonging. After all, as citizens we all have a role to play in the safety and well being of our fellow citizens. Share your story of inclusion by visiting our site. From: StartwithHi Views: 690

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Hi, I'm Heather

http://www.startwithhi.ca This video features Heather from Nanaimo BC This campaign urges British Columbians to just say "hi" and take it from there. It's such a small thing... but it's also big. Sometimes we don't know what to say to someone with a developmental disability or we're worried about saying the wrong thing. Just acknowledging one another, despite differences of any kind, is a small way to communicate acceptance and belonging. After all, as citizens we all have a role to play in the safety and well being of our fellow citizens. Share your story of inclusion by visiting our site. From: StartwithHi Views: 268

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Hi, I'm Cliff

http://www.startwithhi.ca This video features Cliff from Surrey BC. This campaign urges British Columbians to just say "hi" and take it from there. It's such a small thing... but it's also big. Sometimes we don't know what to say to someone with a developmental disability or we're worried about saying the wrong thing. Just acknowledging one another, despite differences of any kind, is a small way to communicate acceptance and belonging. After all, as citizens we all have a role to play in the safety and well being of our fellow citizens. Share your story of inclusion by visiting our site. From: StartwithHi Views: 261

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RT @KindaleOkanagan: Don't know what to say to someone with a developmental disability. Just say "Hi!" Learn more at http://www.startwithhi.ca :-)

I remember Kindale's Armstrong clients when I worked at MacLeods Hardware store. They loved the deepfreeze and the bikes they were given and it was joy to watch how happy they were. I also remember how Stewart said how LOUD his bright green pants were LOL. I live in Fintry now and I miss everyone at Kindale.

RT @wilfmulder: RT @KindaleOkanagan: Don't know what to say to someone with a developmental disability. Just say "Hi!" Learn more at http://www.startwithhi.ca :-)

RT @KindaleOkanagan: Don't know what to say to someone with a developmental disability. Just say "Hi!" Learn more at http://www.startwithhi.ca :-)

Don't know what to say to someone with a developmental disability. Just say "Hi!" Learn more at http://www.startwithhi.ca :-)

Hi, I'm Emin

http://www.startwithhi.ca This video features Emin from Richmond BC. This campaign urges British Columbians to just say "hi" and take it from there. It's such a small thing... but it's also big. Sometimes we don't know what to say to someone with a developmental disability or we're worried about saying the wrong thing. Just acknowledging one another, despite differences of any kind, is a small way to communicate acceptance and belonging. After all, as citizens we all have a role to play in the safety and well being of our fellow citizens. Share your story of inclusion by visiting our site. From: StartwithHi Views: 272

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Hi, I'm Justin

http://www.startwithhi.ca This video features Justin from Dawson Creek BC. This campaign urges British Columbians to just say "hi" and take it from there. It's such a small thing... but it's also big. Sometimes we don't know what to say to someone with a developmental disability or we're worried about saying the wrong thing. Just acknowledging one another, despite differences of any kind, is a small way to communicate acceptance and belonging. After all, as citizens we all have a role to play in the safety and well being of our fellow citizens. Share your story of inclusion by visiting our site. From: StartwithHi Views: 667

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Hi, I'm Cliff

http://www.startwithhi.ca This video features Cliff from Surrey BC. This campaign urges British Columbians to just say "hi" and take it from there. It's such a small thing... but it's also big. Sometimes we don't know what to say to someone with a developmental disability or we're worried about saying the wrong thing. Just acknowledging one another, despite differences of any kind, is a small way to communicate acceptance and belonging. After all, as citizens we all have a role to play in the safety and well being of our fellow citizens. Share your story of inclusion by visiting our site. From: StartwithHi Views: 254

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Brighten the life of someone with a #disability, just by saying "hi" - http://www.startwithhi.ca/

Come Together

"Come Together" is a short video about inclusion and community. The video was produced by Community Living BC and developed by a Community Council Video committee. "Come Together" includes a brief overview of CLBC, the role of Community Councils and examples of participation and contribution to community life on the part of people with developmental disabilities. The video shines a light on the important work that Community Councils do and raises awareness about the issues that are most important to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Special thanks to: Cory Fisher, Dominique Gudet, Chris, Elton Joseph, Paul Schrivener, Tanya Steinhausen, Bonnie Laird, Larry Abinantay, Bill Heichert, Gerald Klassen, Byron Sutton-Atkins and Alison Roy. For more information on how you can get involved visit: http://www.communitylivingbc.ca Or contact us: info@communitylivingbc.ca From: StartwithHi Views: 151

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Hi, I'm Heather

http://www.startwithhi.ca This video features Heather from Nanaimo BC This campaign urges British Columbians to just say "hi" and take it from there. It's such a small thing... but it's also big. Sometimes we don't know what to say to someone with a developmental disability or we're worried about saying the wrong thing. Just acknowledging one another, despite differences of any kind, is a small way to communicate acceptance and belonging. After all, as citizens we all have a role to play in the safety and well being of our fellow citizens. Share your story of inclusion by visiting our site. From: StartwithHi Views: 242

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Hi, I'm Nadine

http://www.startwithhi.ca This video features Nadine from Salmon Arm BC and of the Little Shuswap Band. This campaign urges British Columbians to just say "hi" and take it from there. It's such a small thing... but it's also big. Sometimes we don't know what to say to someone with a developmental disability or we're worried about saying the wrong thing. Just acknowledging one another, despite differences of any kind, is a small way to communicate acceptance and belonging. After all, as citizens we all have a role to play in the safety and well being of our fellow citizens. Share your story of inclusion by visiting our site. From: StartwithHi Views: 126

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