As announced during Accessibility Week on May 29, 2023, the Ministry of Social Development & Poverty Reduction has provided CAYA with $17.9 million over the next five years until March 31, 2028.
“This maintenance of funding will allow CAYA to continue to provide communication strategies, supports and equipment to adults and their teams in British Columbia whose speech doesn’t meet their daily needs. CAYA is committed to removing barriers to communication and ensuring that everyone can connect to the best of their abilities.” – Lois Turner, Program Manager
Please read the full news release here, https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2023SDPR0033-000833
CAYA currently supports over 2,000 clients across the province who require communication systems, and professional and technical support.