About CLBC

Community Living British Columbia

Community Living BC is the Crown agency responsible for providing support and services to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in British Columbia. It has a board of self-advocates, family and community members, as well as staff located throughout the province. Ninety-three per cent of CLBC's total budget is directed towards the purchase of programs and services for the individuals and families they support. Go to the CLBC Website.

Vision

CLBC's vision is one of full citizenship in which people with developmental disabilities lead good lives, have rich relationships with friends and family, financial security, choices in how they live their lives, employment opportunities and are accepted and valued as citizens. This is best described as people leading... "Good lives in welcoming communities". As a steward of this vision, CLBC is committed to fostering the growth of inclusive, supportive communities.

Mission

CLBC responds to the life-long needs and goals of individuals and families by recognizing their abilities and contributions, sharing leadership with communities, and funding supports that honour individual choice.

Values

CLBC understands individuals with developmental disabilities and their families have hopes and dreams like everyone else, and that they are in the best position to understand what their needs are and how they should be met. As an agency committed to helping those it serves to achieve their dreams, CLBC upholds the following values:

  • Respecting the rights of all people
  • Supporting people to make their own decisions
  • Supporting people to achieve their dreams for the future
  • Respecting the important role of family and friends in people's lives
  • Promoting people's ability for life-long learning, development, and contribution
  • Being open, honest and fair in all aspects of our work
  • Working cooperatively with others
  • Promoting a culture of responsibility, respect and trust
  • Supporting our employees to do their best
  • Inspiring creativity and innovation
  • Striving for quality in everything we do
  • Being accountable to the people we serve