Taz Makes a Difference With His Work
When not playing guitar with his band, Taz spent much of his time in high school in Courtenay, BC at the school’s robotics club.
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Skip to NavigationWhen not playing guitar with his band, Taz spent much of his time in high school in Courtenay, BC at the school’s robotics club.
“I feel more confident. Less anxiety. Now I can get more involved in conversations. I also just got a promotion, and this has helped so much,” Michelle says. “[I’m] able to hear the first time and not have to be worried I missed something. It has also helped with my balance as well.”
Sally, who currently resides in Grandmother’s Bay, Saskatchewan, has known she has the learning disabilities dyscalculia and dysgraphia for over 15 years. As a result, she finds learning easier by verbal direction and by being shown how to complete a task.
“[WorkBC Assistive Technology Services] provided the specialized hearing aids I needed and which I couldn’t afford to buy from retail outlets,” Freeman explains.
Christine’s drive to find a career she enjoyed paid off when she was able to network within her community and find employment. Through her connections she was able to find work at her local Co-op as a full-time dry goods clerk and cashier.