Easter Seals Ambassador Thanks Windsor Community
Windsor's Easter Seals ambassador Cam Seguin expresses gratitude for community support. Learn how local backing makes a difference for people with disabilities.
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Vancouver Mayors Push for Public HandyDART Control
Nine Metro Vancouver mayors and five councils demand HandyDART be brought in-house as complaints rise 7.5% and taxi use hits 28%. Critical TransLink decision coming December 3.
Bill 2 threatens pediatric palliative care in Quebec
Quebec's Bill 2 jeopardizes specialized pediatric palliative care for vulnerable children. Pediatricians warn the legislation could force doctors from this essential field.
Parent's Guide to Cold and Flu Season in Canada
Essential guidance for Canadian parents during peak cold and flu season. Learn preventive strategies and when to seek medical attention for your child's health.
Canada Disability Benefit AI Service Frustrates Applicant
A Vancouver woman seeking the Canada Disability Benefit was redirected to a costly AI-integrated service, highlighting accessibility concerns in government support systems.
Study: 1 in 6 Canadian Seniors Struggle Post-Surgery
A new Canadian study reveals one in six seniors develops a new disability after major surgery, with many regretting the procedure. Learn about the risks and recovery challenges.
Alberta gov't draws ire with AISH overhaul in Bill 12
Alberta's UCP government faces backlash after tabling AISH program changes in omnibus Bill 12. Critics say disabled community wasn't consulted on overhaul affecting vital support.
Accessibility Office in Limbo After Government Criticism
Canada's federal accessibility office faces uncertainty after highlighting government failures in implementing disability legislation. Learn how this impacts disability rights across the country.
Site Selected for New Stollery Children's Hospital
Alberta government selects University of Alberta south campus site for new standalone Stollery Children's Hospital. Planning continues for facility serving 300,000+ children annually across Western Canada.
New Stand-Alone Stollery Children's Hospital Location Revealed
Edmonton's Stollery Children's Hospital will get a new independent facility, marking a significant healthcare advancement for pediatric care in Alberta. Learn more about this groundbreaking development.
ByHeart Formula Linked to Infant Botulism: Parents
U.S. parents report babies fell ill after drinking ByHeart formula months before a confirmed botulism outbreak. Learn the details and health implications.
LaSalle Children's Clinic Closing Over Health Reforms
Montreal's Centre médical pour enfants LaSalle will close due to Quebec healthcare compensation changes, affecting pediatric services. Learn about the impacts.
Nova Scotia Pediatric Dentist Acquitted on Assault Charges
Former Nova Scotia pediatric dentist found not guilty of assaulting patients. The verdict was delivered on November 21, 2025, following a closely watched trial.
B.C. toddler gets stem cell treatment at Duke University
A Vancouver toddler with cerebral palsy travels to Duke University for groundbreaking stem cell therapy. Parents report remarkable improvements in his condition already.
$35M donation for Ontario children's mental health
A transformative $35 million donation will enhance mental health services at Ontario children's hospitals, addressing critical gaps in pediatric care across the province.
Shriners Hospital Montreal Open House for 100th Anniversary
Shriners Hospitals for Children Canada in Montreal invites families to a special open house on November 29, 2025, to celebrate its centennial with tours and activities.
Quebec's Bill 2 forces LaSalle pediatric clinic closure
A LaSalle pediatric clinic is closing due to Quebec's Bill 2, leaving 5,000 young patients without care. Doctors warn the new compensation model makes pediatric practices financially impossible.
Boston Pizza 5-Day Fundraiser for Ben Stelter Foundation
From Nov 18-22, Boston Pizza is donating a portion of all pizza sales to the Ben Stelter Foundation. Support pediatric brain cancer research while enjoying a meal.
Motionball promotes inclusive language for disabilities
National non-profit Motionball urges Canadians to adopt inclusive language when referring to people with intellectual disabilities, promoting dignity and respect.
WestJet CEO apologizes for 200 disability complaints
WestJet's CEO told a parliamentary committee the airline received 200 disability complaints in 2023, calling each case 'unacceptable' and vowing improvements for accessible air travel in Canada.
WestJet power wheelchair weight cap leaves travelers grounded
WestJet's 250-pound power wheelchair weight restriction is preventing Canadians with disabilities from flying. Advocates demand policy changes for accessible air travel.
Windsor allows Street Help wheelchair ramp after review
Windsor clarifies bylaw rules, permitting Street Help to continue using portable wheelchair ramp after initial confusion over legality. Accessibility prevails.
Street Help wheelchair ramp approved after bylaw review
Windsor's Street Help can continue using their portable wheelchair ramp after city officials clarified bylaw rules. The organization had been told the ramp was illegal.
London, Ont. boy fights brain tumour after losing dad
Zachery Laliberty, 11, from London, Ont., battles a brain tumour after losing his father to cancer. His story of resilience and healing through music is an inspiration.
BC spousal cap reform leaves disabled facing barriers
BC's recent change to the spousal cap rule for disability support falls short of promised reform, leaving thousands of disabled individuals trapped in poverty and difficult relationships.
Family turned away from hotel over guide dog
An Ottawa family was refused service at a Saint-Jérôme Comfort Inn due to a service dog. The incident highlights ongoing accessibility challenges in Canada. Learn more about your rights.
Disability Rights Activist Alice Wong Dies at 51
Alice Wong, a pioneering disability rights activist and author, has passed away at age 51. Her legacy of advocacy and the Disability Visibility Project continues to inspire.
Support dog lends paw at Edmonton children's hospital
A yellow Labrador named Pumbaa serves as a facility dog at Edmonton's Stollery Children's Hospital, providing emotional support to young patients during difficult treatments.
Canada's first hospital facility dog comforts sick kids
Stollery Children's Hospital makes history by hiring Canada's first facility service dog, Pumbaa, to provide comfort and support to young patients like four-year-old Jake Davis.
Montreal Children's Hospital Trauma Team Training Revealed
Exclusive look at the high-stakes trauma simulation training at Montreal Children's Hospital. See how medical teams prepare for emergency situations in pediatric care.
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