Im/migrants and refugees with disabilities (both visible and invisible) struggle with a number of key barriers common to all im/migrants settling in Ontario. They experience additional set of barriers as people with disabilities, such as access to services, labour market integration, access to education, health, housing, stigma and self-advocacy.
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New Accessible Transportation for Persons with Disabilities Regulations now in force
Starting today, persons with disabilities have new protections under the Canadian Transportation Agency’s (CTA) Accessible Transportation for Persons with Disabilities Regulations (ATPDR).
Published June 25, 2020
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Prime Minister announces supports for Canadians with disabilities to address challenges from COVID-19
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced support to help Canadians with disabilities deal with extra expenses during the pandemic.
Published June 5, 2020
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Youth leaders from across Canada help build more inclusive and accessible communities and workplaces
During these trying times it is increasingly important that youth remain engaged in their communities, as changes to routine and isolation can have a negative impact on their mental and physical well-being. Canada’s youth have an important role in creating meaningful change in…
Published June 4, 2020
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Backgrounder: Social Development Partnerships Program
Since 1998, the Social Development Partnerships Program (SDPP) has been making strategic investments to support government priorities related to children and families, people with disabilities, the voluntary sector, official language minority communities and other vulnerable…
Published June 1, 2020
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Government of Canada announces funding for the social and economic inclusion of persons with disabilities
Canadians across the country are feeling the economic impacts of COVID-19. In order to ensure a strong recovery, all Canadians need to be able to contribute equally to our economy.
Published June 1, 2020