Creating A World Where Everyone Belongs

Working together to build awareness, advance rights, and inspire action.

What We Do

I am grateful for Inclusion BC and this network. I have been able to support more people and families though tough times with all the amazing resources I have received through the sessions and speakers. Family Support Workers’ Network participant

Our Work

Inclusion BC advocates for a world where everyone belongs, and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities have choice and control over the supports and services they need to flourish. We provide self advocacy and family support, and work for systems-level inclusive change in communities across British Columbia.

Our Pillars

Inclusion BC brings attention to critical gaps in supports and services for people with intellectual disabilities, and their families. Together with our federation members, we advocate for inclusion in all areas of life, including education, housing and employment.

Individual and Family Advocacy

Get advocacy support for yourself, or someone you love. Our advocacy is person-centered, rights-based, collaborative, and solutions-focused.

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Public Policy and Systems Advocacy

Working with you to advocate for inclusive change across provincial, municipal, and district-level systems and policies.

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Conference and Learning Events

Bringing people from across British Columbia together to learn, share, network, and advocate for inclusion—together.

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Community Partnerships and Engagement

Building community partnerships and engagements to understand the challenges and find solutions for more inclusive communities.

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All Means All

Our Story

Inclusion BC began as a grassroots group of parents in the 1950s. Today, we are a strong federation of more than 60 partner organizations committed to inclusion.

What We Do

We support and connect people who are experiencing barriers to inclusion to get equal access to employment, education opportunities, advocacy supports, resources, and more.

Get Involved

Join a campaign, make a donation, or become a member of our federation. Together, we can build a world where everyone belongs.
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Seeing the Person: A New Ad Challenges Misconceptions About Disability and Belonging

A new public service announcement (PSA) from the Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) shares an important message: people are more than labels. The film encourages viewers to see the full humanity […]

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Building Access and Opportunity at Skills Canada BC

What an amazing day at the Skills Canada BC Competition at the Abbotsford Tradex on April 15, 2025.  This was our first year working with this event. It was great to see […]

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The Importance of Lived Experience

Navigating access to inclusive health care, education, jobs, housing, and supports and services over a lifetime can be challenging. These experiences provide a unique understanding of the barriers that exist within systems and help identify what changes are needed. Inclusion BC recognizes the importance of ‘lived experience’ and deeply values these perspectives and experiences.   […]

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Our approach to advocacy is guided by the United Nations Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities, which recognizes the full citizenship and human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Kerridan Dougan, Advocate

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Together, we can break down barriers and create an inclusive world for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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