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The Additional Costs of Disability: Why Canada’s Poverty Measure Falls Short
Poverty is on the rise in Canada. The cost of living is soaring, and it’s hitting everyone hard. But for people with disabilities, it's even tougher.
Inclusion Canada
Aug 28, 20243 min read
4 things you can do to make a difference this Disability Pride Month
Let’s take action this Disability Pride Month! We’ve put together some ideas to get us started.
Inclusion Canada
Jul 26, 20241 min read
What are the Sustainable Development Goals and what do they have to do with disability in Canada?
How were the Goals created? More than 20 years ago the United Nations brought together leaders from 189 countries. They agreed to work on...
Inclusion Canada
Jul 22, 20243 min read
Tiny Home Communities: Innovation or Segregation?
There's a housing crisis in Canada. In response, several Canadian provinces are developing tiny home communities. So, what's the problem?
Inclusion Canada
Jun 25, 20244 min read
Inclusion Canada at the United Nations
Inclusion Canada attended the 17th session of the Conference of States Parties to the CRPD from June 11-13, 2024, at the United Nations.
Inclusion Canada
Jun 19, 20243 min read
Meaningful Participation: What it is, and who it’s for
Last fall, we talked to a group of families about how government can make communication more accessible.
Inclusion Canada
May 27, 20243 min read
Strengthening Families – Family Leadership & Movement Development Series: A New National Initiative
“I have learned that my family is not alone. I have gained a sense of community, support, and understanding I feel more hopeful for a...
Inclusion Canada
Apr 25, 20245 min read
Budget 2024 Disappoints – Major Shortfalls in Canada Disability Benefit Funding & Eligibility
The funding falls far short of what is necessary to fulfill the program’s primary objective: lifting people with disabilities out of poverty
Inclusion Canada
Apr 17, 20242 min read
Alberta Injunction Case to Have Implications: Can MAiD Providers be Held Accountable?
Inclusion Canada is raising awareness of the potential implications of a court case reported by CBC Calgary News on March 11, 2024.
Inclusion Canada
Mar 13, 20243 min read
Invest in Women with a Disability!
Hi, my name’s Nada, and I’m studying Health Sciences at Western University. Right now, I’m working with Inclusion Canada to use what I’ve...
Inclusion Canada
Mar 8, 20243 min read
Statement on the passing of the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney, P.C., C.C., G.O.Q.
March 1, 2024 Inclusion Canada was saddened to learn of the passing of Canada’s 18th Prime Minister, the Rt. Hon Brian Mulroney. Mr....
Inclusion Canada
Mar 1, 20242 min read
With Bill C-62 Passed, Inclusion Canada calls for further Change to Medical Assistance in Dying Law
For Immediate Release Thursday, February 29, 2024 Inclusion Canada, the national organization of persons with intellectual disabilities...
Inclusion Canada
Feb 29, 20243 min read
Organizations call for Swift Passage of bill C-62 with One Key Amendment - Full Repeal of the "Sunset Clause"
Inclusion Canada and partners called for an indefinite delay to the legalization of MAiD for those with a mental illness.
Inclusion Canada
Feb 23, 20243 min read
Parliamentary Committee Recommends an Indefinite Delay to MAiD for Mental Illness; Inclusion Canada Wants the Sunset Clause Repealed Altogether
We are hopeful that this will be the first of many actions taken to bring Canada’s MAiD law back into alignment with disability rights.
Inclusion Canada
Jan 30, 20243 min read
Inclusion Canada Demands Justice in Light of Inadequate Sentencing in Brent Gabona Case
Inclusion Canada expresses deep disappointment with Gabona’s sentencing.
Inclusion Canada
Jan 26, 20242 min read
Highlights from the 14th Annual Federal Policy Forum on Inclusion
On November 21 & 22, 2022, Inclusion Canada and People First of Canada hosted their 14th federal policy forum on inclusion.
Inclusion Canada
Dec 11, 20239 min read
Inclusion Canada applauds Nova Scotia's historic apology and urges national action on disability rights
Inclusion Canada lauds Premier Tim Houston’s profound apology to the disability community in Nova Scotia.
Inclusion Canada
Nov 7, 20232 min read
Tracy Latimer: Now 30 Years Later
Tracy Latimer was killed 30 years ago today.
Inclusion Canada
Oct 24, 20232 min read
Inclusion Canada demands for maximum sentencing in prolonged group home sexual abuse case
Inclusion Canada responds to this week’s sentencing hearing in Rosthern, Saskatchewan for Brent Gabona.
Inclusion Canada
Oct 13, 20233 min read
It’s World Mental Health Day!
Hi, my name is Brooklin! I am studying Health Science and Biology at Western University. I am doing a practicum with Inclusion Canada for...
Inclusion Canada
Oct 10, 20232 min read
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