by Amy Ma | Nov 12, 2024 | Bill C-22, Front Page
The theme for IDPD 2024 is “Amplifying the leadership of persons with disabilities for an inclusive and sustainable future.” An inclusive and sustainable future means people with disabilities having the financial means to thrive, not just survive. Now,...
by Amy Ma | Aug 23, 2024 | Bill C-22, Front Page
Atlantic Canada, let’s talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to being a person with a disability living in poverty. What can we do locally to end disability poverty in the Atlantic provinces? Speakers from Nova Scotia League for Equal...
by Amy Ma | Jul 17, 2024 | Bill C-22, Front Page
SAVE THE DATE: September 9 On June 28, the federal government published the draft regulations on the Canada Disability Benefit. This is the last round of public consultations, and you have a chance to weigh in until September 23. This consultation is part of the...
by Amy Ma | May 23, 2024 | Bill C-22
Join us to reflect on the federal budget and the Canada Disability Benefit. We will assess why the Canada Disability Benefit turned out this way, and what’s to...
by Amy Ma | Apr 19, 2024 | Bill C-22
Disability community underwhelmed and disappointed by investments in Budget 2024 April 18, 2024 Today, the National Disability Network expresses its disappointment in Budget 2024’s underwhelming investment of $6 a day for people with disabilities. Tuesday’s budget...
by Amy Ma | Mar 27, 2024 | Bill C-22
The government is feeling the pressure. We can’t let up now. On March 25, over 60 Liberal MPs signed an open letter demanding a fully funded Canada Disability Benefit be a part of the Spring Federal Budget, due to be released on April 16. Finance Minister Chrystia...
