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
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
Living with a disability can make life extremely challenging and very expensive. For this reason, the Canadian government has put certain tax benefits in place. In some cases, the monetary benefits that are available to people with disabilities can also
Anytime disability issues make it into provincial or national conversations, the attention is welcomed. Some provinces and local governments give disability topics more attention than others. But a rarity in almost every government office throughout Canada is the actual presence
With an annual budget of nearly two billion dollars, why do Ontario social services run so slow? The answer is simple: demand outweighs supply. Thestar.com reports that there are so many children, teens, young adults and adults who need developmental
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
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
Tax Breaks for Canadians with Disabilities
Living with a disability can make life extremely challenging and very expensive. For this reason, the Canadian government has put certain tax benefits in place. In some cases, the monetary benefits that are available to people with disabilities can also
Is Public Office a Good Place for Disability Advocates?
Anytime disability issues make it into provincial or national conversations, the attention is welcomed. Some provinces and local governments give disability topics more attention than others. But a rarity in almost every government office throughout Canada is the actual presence
Ontarians with Developmental Disabilities Continue to Wait
With an annual budget of nearly two billion dollars, why do Ontario social services run so slow? The answer is simple: demand outweighs supply. Thestar.com reports that there are so many children, teens, young adults and adults who need developmental