Welcome to the July 2026 edition of The Kamloops Self Advocate Newsletter! This month is filled with exciting stories, important information, and
summer fun. One thing we are focusing on is disability representation. People with disabilities want to see themselves represented in movies, television, advertising, and entertainment. We explore how inclusion benefits everyone, from audiences and families to businesses, movie theaters, and the entertainment industry. When people see themselves represented on screen, they are more likely to support movies, events, and businesses that value inclusion.
This issue also examines Canada’s proposed Safe Social Media Act and what it could mean for online safety. We explain the law in plain language
and discuss how it aims to help protect young people and vulnerable internet users from online harm, cyberbullying, and harmful online content.
Internet safety continues to be an important topic for our readers. We highlight organizations and platforms such as Ability Online and Gander Social that are working to create safer and more inclusive online communities.
Gander Social is a Canadian social network that places a strong focus on privacy and keeping user information in Canada. Many people are interested in alternatives to large international social media platforms because they want more control over how their personal information is handled. We look at how Canadian-made platforms can provide additional privacy choices while promoting respectful online communities
