Years-long waits for kids' disability supports in Calgary
A Calgary father highlights a 'silent crisis' as families face multi-year waits for provincial disability programming for children. Advocates demand urgent government action.
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Hour-long waits for B.C. income, disability calls flagged
B.C.'s Ombudsperson Jay Chalke reveals critical delays in answering calls for income and disability assistance, highlighting systemic access issues. Learn about the findings and the call for government action.
Court: No Charter right to force lawn mowing in Ontario
An Ontario Superior Court ruling found a Mississauga lawn maintenance bylaw violated Charter rights to free expression. Discover the case details and its implications for municipal power.
Court: Mississauga lawn bylaw infringed freedom of expression
An Ontario court has ruled a Mississauga bylaw infringed a homeowner's freedom of expression over his lawn display. The decision sets a precedent for municipal regulations and Charter rights.
Alberta minister vows no cuts to disability benefits
Alberta's Social Services Minister Jason Nixon commits to no budget cuts for AISH and new ADAP program, defends support levels ahead of July launch. Details on medical review panel revealed.
Ontario Court Appeal to Decide Fate of Bike Lanes and Charter Rights
The Ontario Court of Appeal will hear a pivotal case on Jan. 28, 2026, deciding if the Charter grants a 'right to bike lanes.' The outcome could redefine the limits of judicial power and government policy in Canada.
Record $260,376 raised for Variety Village by Sun Christmas Fund
The 2025 Toronto Sun Christmas Fund for Variety Village has set a new record, raising $260,376 to support children and adults with disabilities. Discover how the community came together.
Alberta's ADAP Disability Program Fails Fairness Test
Alberta's new ADAP program, replacing parts of AISH, cuts benefits and denies appeals for disabled individuals deemed able to work, raising serious fairness concerns. Read the analysis.
Alberta AISH recipients fear new medical review panels
Disabled Albertans face anxiety over proposed AISH reforms, including new medical panels and reduced payments under ADAP. Advocates warn of pushing people into deep poverty.
Gov't Disability Hiring Gap Persists: Only 8% of New Hires
A new report shows the Canadian federal government hired people with disabilities at just 8% in 2023-24, well below workforce availability. Advocates call for urgent attitudinal change.
London's all-abilities theatre group focuses on talent over labels
A London, Ontario musical theatre group proves that ability is secondary to passion. Discover how this inclusive ensemble entertains and inspires in the face of adversity.
Volt Hockey Electrifies Toronto's Variety Village
Discover how Volt hockey, an adaptive sport played in battery-powered carts, is empowering athletes with disabilities at Toronto's Variety Village and gaining national recognition.
U.S. Army to Limit Blind Vendor Contracting Preference
The U.S. Army plans to limit a longstanding preference for blind vendors in dining hall contracts, a move critics call part of a broader attack on programs for underrepresented workers. Learn the details and potential legal challenges.
First Nations Caution B.C. Premier on UN Indigenous Rights
First Nations leaders in British Columbia urge Premier David Eby not to pursue changes to the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Learn about the concerns and the political context.
Hotel Owner Found Liable for Native American Bias
A federal jury found the owner of a Rapid City hotel liable for discriminating against Native Americans, ordering tens of thousands in damages. The case highlights ongoing racial tensions.
Calgary woman can't afford doctor's fee for disability form
A Calgary woman on AISH says a $420 doctor's fee prevents her from applying for the federal disability tax credit, risking a $200 monthly clawback. The deadline is February 28.
B.C. Reconciliation Work Necessary, Not Extreme: Leaders
Indigenous leaders Stewart Phillip, Terry Teegee, and Shana Thomas counter claims that B.C.'s reconciliation agenda is radical, arguing it's a necessary, lawful path forward based on rights recognition.
Nurse's Legal Fight for Sex-Segregated Change Rooms
Scottish nurse Sandie Peggie's suspension and legal battle after objecting to a transgender colleague in the female change room. Her fight highlights ongoing conflicts over women's sex-based rights.
Bill 12 Puts Disabled Albertans at Risk, Critics Say
Alberta's UCP government passed Bill 12, redefining disability support and moving 77,000 people to a new program. Advocates call it a cruel move on International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
$10K NHLPA Grant for North Bay North Stars Adaptive Hockey
The NHLPA has awarded a $10,000 grant to North Bay's North Stars hockey program, providing new gear for players with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Discover how this initiative is breaking down barriers to the sport.
U.S. Bill of Rights vs. Canada's Charter: A 234-Year Contrast
As Bill of Rights Day approaches, we examine the enduring U.S. principle of inalienable rights versus Canada's 'reasonable limits' framework. Explore the historical debate between Madison and Jefferson.
TD invests $1.5M in National accessArts Centre programs
TD Bank pledges $1.5 million to the National accessArts Centre in Calgary, boosting its support for artists with disabilities. Total investment to surpass $2.2 million by 2028.
Calgary rally protests Alberta disability benefit changes
Demonstrators in Calgary protest Alberta's plan to alter disability benefits next summer. Activists and community groups unite, fearing negative impacts on vulnerable residents.
Coalition to ask UN to investigate Quebec's Bill 1
A coalition of legal and human rights groups plans to request a UN emergency investigation into Quebec's proposed constitution, Bill 1, citing violations of minority and Indigenous rights.
ODSP rules leave Windsor widow without survivor's pension
A Windsor, Ont. widow is left without financial support after her husband's death due to strict Ontario Disability Support Program eligibility rules. Learn about the policy gap affecting vulnerable families.
Blind Ontario man wins $28,000 in discrimination case
Erik Burggraaf of St. Catharines awarded $28,000+ after Human Rights Tribunal finds call-centre company engaged in discriminatory practices against blind employee.
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.
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.
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.
Quebec secularism law faces legal challenge from Muslim group
The National Council of Canadian Muslims is considering legal action against Quebec's expanded secularism law, which bans religious symbols in schools and public prayer. Read about the controversial Bill 9.
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