How many disabilities would you guess are the direct result of tobacco use? Too many to name, probably. Tobacco use, particularly in the form of cigarette smoking, is a leading cause of disease and disability. However, we know that this
On the heels of the movements for civil rights and women’s rights was the disability rights movement. In the 1960s, movements across North American encouraged equal opportunities for all people — including those with disabilities. Up till this point, the
Did you know that a significant portion of the world’s population has disabilities? “Over one billion people, or approximately 15 percent of the world’s population, live with some form of disability.” It is vital that individuals with and without disabilities
Have you recently developed a disability, either suddenly (from an accident, etc.), or gradually (slowly developed a disability)? If so, you probably realize that your new disability may cause financial changes in your life. We know these financial changes are
Entrepreneurs come in all shapes and sizes. Some of the most impactful entrepreneurs are people with disabilities. Do you want to make your own job or start a small business? If so, you may want to know what Canada does
Disability can affect anyone and poverty may strike at any time. Too many Canadian veterans are aware of this fact. Poverty that plagues veterans has been a prevalent issue since before the First World War. Do you feel like you are
The National Benefit Authority (NBA) is the most trusted name in disability support throughout Canada. With their assistance, thousands of people with disabilities have been rightfully awarded Disability Tax Credits. Being granted the Disability Tax Credit makes it possible for
The Disability Tax Credit opens doors for annual tax breaks, retroactive payments and other opportunities. Qualifying for the Disability Tax Credit means the Canada Revenue Agency recognizes your mental or physical challenge as a severe, prolonged disability. As a result,
Can children who have been abused really be helped by Animal-Assisted Therapy? Case studies have proven that they can. In what specific ways has Animal-Assisted Therapy fostered healing in abused children? Animal-assisted therapy helped an 8 year old girl named
Have you ever wondered if you should mainstream your child with disabilities? If you’ve not heard the term “mainstreaming”, it is in reference to integrating a child with disabilities into a classroom of able-bodied students. In other words, “mainstreaming” a
National Non-Smoking Week Offers Support to Smokers
How many disabilities would you guess are the direct result of tobacco use? Too many to name, probably. Tobacco use, particularly in the form of cigarette smoking, is a leading cause of disease and disability. However, we know that this
4 Pillars of Disability Rights
On the heels of the movements for civil rights and women’s rights was the disability rights movement. In the 1960s, movements across North American encouraged equal opportunities for all people — including those with disabilities. Up till this point, the
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Did you know that a significant portion of the world’s population has disabilities? “Over one billion people, or approximately 15 percent of the world’s population, live with some form of disability.” It is vital that individuals with and without disabilities
Financial Help, Resources For Canadians With Disabilities
Have you recently developed a disability, either suddenly (from an accident, etc.), or gradually (slowly developed a disability)? If so, you probably realize that your new disability may cause financial changes in your life. We know these financial changes are
Canadians with Disabilities Make Jobs, Earn Money
Entrepreneurs come in all shapes and sizes. Some of the most impactful entrepreneurs are people with disabilities. Do you want to make your own job or start a small business? If so, you may want to know what Canada does
Seeking Financial Relief For Canada’s Veterans
Disability can affect anyone and poverty may strike at any time. Too many Canadian veterans are aware of this fact. Poverty that plagues veterans has been a prevalent issue since before the First World War. Do you feel like you are
Why Reach Out To The National Benefit Authority?
The National Benefit Authority (NBA) is the most trusted name in disability support throughout Canada. With their assistance, thousands of people with disabilities have been rightfully awarded Disability Tax Credits. Being granted the Disability Tax Credit makes it possible for
Common Questions About the Disability Tax Credit
The Disability Tax Credit opens doors for annual tax breaks, retroactive payments and other opportunities. Qualifying for the Disability Tax Credit means the Canada Revenue Agency recognizes your mental or physical challenge as a severe, prolonged disability. As a result,
Abused Children are Helped by Animal-Assisted Therapy
Can children who have been abused really be helped by Animal-Assisted Therapy? Case studies have proven that they can. In what specific ways has Animal-Assisted Therapy fostered healing in abused children? Animal-assisted therapy helped an 8 year old girl named
Pros and Cons of Mainstreaming Kids with Disabilities
Have you ever wondered if you should mainstream your child with disabilities? If you’ve not heard the term “mainstreaming”, it is in reference to integrating a child with disabilities into a classroom of able-bodied students. In other words, “mainstreaming” a