Who We Are
Inclusion Langley Society is a registered society and charitable organization governed by a Board of Directors.
We offer a range of programs and services that are funded by various BC Ministries and Crown agencies. Our primary funders are Community Living British Columbia and the Ministry of Children and Family Development. Services include an Infant Development Program, Support Child Development Program, Aboriginal Infant & Supported Child Development Program, Early Years, Children’s Respite, Adult Respite, a full range of residential supports including staffed homes, Home Share and Supported Living, Community Inclusion, personal network development and Supported and Customized employment.
All services are accredited by the Commission for the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities. ILS is an active part of our local community, as well as a participant in many provincial and national initiatives that advance the inclusion and citizenship of people with intellectual disabilities.
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Diversity Statement
Inclusion Society recognizes its responsibility as a leader in supporting a community that respects diversity and fosters social inclusion. The Society strives to deliver inclusive service, affirming the dignity of those we serve regardless of heritage (race, ethnicity, culture, nationality, linguistic origin, place of origin, citizenship, colour, ancestry), education, beliefs, creed (religion, faith, spirituality), gender, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental health, physical or cognitive capabilities, socio-economic status, and political belief.
Diversity enriches community and the Society is committed to respecting, appreciating, and celebrating the diversity of the people we support, employees, students, volunteers, members, donors, funders, and all community partners. We strive to increase understanding and acceptance of each other, thereby making us more compassionate human beings and strengthening the fabric of our community.
Statement of Reconciliation
Inclusion Langley Society recognizes that historical acts of colonization and residential schools have resulted in broad inequities for Indigenous peoples in Canada. These inequities created significant and unique barriers for individuals and families trying to access services and supports. As a community-based organization we are supportive of quality services which are inclusive and accessible to everyone.
Inclusion Langley Society is committed to creating a culture of accountability and to advance cultural safety and anti-racism by honoring and respecting Indigenous rights, protocols and practices and modelling anti-racism and anti-discrimination behaviors.
Inclusion Langley Society acknowledges that it has a responsibility to work towards reconciliation with indigenous communities. As such:
We are committed to the goal of raising awareness of reconciliation.
We endorse the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
We acknowledge the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action.
We have adopted and implement a Reconciliation Action Plan guided and shaped through our interactions with local Indigenous People.