Province provides more funding for students with disabilities
In recent news, a province in Canada has announced increased funding for students with disabilities. This is a positive step towards promoting inclusivity and accessibility in the education system, and…
Disability law claims in Canada
Disability law claims in Canada are a complex issue that requires a deep understanding of the country’s federal and provincial disability laws. The Canada Pension Plan Disability (CPPD) and the…
Statement by the Prime Minister on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities: “Today, on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we recommit to building…
Disability in Canada: know the facts
15% of the world identifies as having a disability According to the World Health Organization, 15% of the world’s population (an estimated 1.1 billion people) identify as having some form…
Disability Law Center
The history of the Disability Law Center began in the early 1980s when a group of concerned citizens and advocates came together to address the lack of legal representation for…
Collinda Joseph dedicates life to accessibility solutions
OTTAWA – Collinda Joseph has dedicated her working life to finding accessibility solutions for people with a disability. The 2022 Paralympic bronze medallist with Canada’s wheelchair curling team is currently…