The Community Living Society (CLS) supports individuals with developmental disabilities or acquired brain injuries to live meaningful lives as full citizens

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Please join us for a performance of We All Need a Home at the Massey Theatre in New Westminster, BC. We All Need a Home is a play about the rights and needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to have a home. Based on research and lived experience it has been co-created with and is acted by the same company of talented self-advocates who brought you Romance, Relationships & Rights (2019) and We Deserve to Work! (2022). When Thursday, June 4, 2026. 7:00 pm -Inclusive Housing Showcase at5:15pm -A Reception will follow Friday, June 5, 2026, at 12:30 pm Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 4:00 pm Why • More than 5,000 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in British Columbia are looking for homes.  • Housing is a human right.  • Housing is not just a basic need but a critical determinant of health.  • Inclusive housing:  o provides a sense of home and belonging;  o is safe, accessible and affordable;  o provides individuals with choice and control over day to day decisions and with supports that meet their disability specific needs; and  o promotes independence, dignity, quality of life and inclusion for individuals to participate as full citizens in their neighbourhood.  Inclusive Housing Showcase – Thursday June 4, 2025 from 5:15pm – 6:45pm • More than 5,000 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in British Columbia are on waitlists for housing. Join us early on opening night to meet organizations and advocates working to change that — and to get connected with inclusive housing supports and services in our community.
This week, we celebrate the power of vaccines to protect our communities. Immunization helps people of all ages live healthier, safer lives, especially those most at risk. When we care for each other, we all thrive.
Looking for a meaningful career where you can truly make a difference? At CLS, we support people through a person-centered approach—and we offer that same care and respect to our staff. Join a compassionate, innovative team with flexible shifts and opportunities to grow. Learn more: https://www.communitylivingsociety.ca/a-great-place-to-work/ Explore careers: https://tinyurl.com/4aam7jnt
Today we encourage everyone to reflect on what matters most. Advance care planning helps people share their values, wishes, and choices so they can be supported with dignity at every stage of life. Conversations today create clarity and compassion for tomorrow.
International Day of Persons with Diverse Abilities is about honouring the talents, perspectives, and contributions of people with diverse abilities. Inclusion means removing barriers, amplifying strengths, and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to participate fully in community life.
CLS is thrilled to be a part of this disability theatre project for the third time. Tickets will go on sale soon for the June 4, 5 and 6 performances at the Massey Theatre. Ticket details coming soon. https://news.ubc.ca/2026/03/on-stage-and-in-their-own-words/
On International Day of Pink, we stand together against bullying and discrimination, and for kindness, respect, and inclusion. When we choose compassion, we create communities where everyone feels safe, valued, and celebrated for who they are.
On World Health Day CLS celebrates the importance of health, wellbeing, and equitable care for all. Strong communities are built when everyone has the support they need to live full, healthy lives!
During Autism Acceptance Month and World Autism Awareness Day, we celebrate the voices, strengths, and perspectives of autistic people. Awareness grows into acceptance when we build communities where everyone is valued, understood, and supported to thrive. Inclusion is at the heart of CLS.
On Transgender Day of Visibility, we honour the courage, resilience, and contributions of trans community members. Everyone deserves to live with dignity, safety, and pride in who they are.
On the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, CLS stands firmly against racism and discrimination in all forms. We are committed to building communities rooted in equity, respect, and belonging for everyone.
Today is World Down Syndrome Day! Join us in celebrating the talents, joy, and contributions of people with Down Syndrome.

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CLS Art Studios

The CLS supports two art studios (PotteryWorks and Studio Seventy Three) where artists learn to create incredible works of art that are sold and exhibited throughout the Lower Mainland and online. Check them out

A Great Place to Work

We value the diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives of the people who join CLS. We are seeking employees with an inherent ability to value people with disability and who believe in their right to have and realize their dreams.

Support the CLS

The CLS was founded by families and has always benefited from generous contributions of time and money from individuals, foundations, and corporations to help the people we serve.