Have you looked into our upcoming National Indigenous Disability and Wellness Gathering? Book your tickets now!

Become a youth accessibility leader!🌟

We kicked off International Week of the Deaf today during an event with the Canadian Association of the Deaf. Our CEO attended the first raising of the Deaf Flag on Parliament hill. A historic moment! We stand with the Deaf community in making Canada a place free of barriers.🤟

As The National Day for Truth & Reconciliation #NDTR approaches let's reflect, learn, teach, & demand change. Learning about the impacts of colonialism will help you understand the challenges facing Indigenous Peoples today. #OrangeShirtDay #EveryChildMatters #CDN 🧡Share 🧡

Today in National Day of Truth and Reconciliation/Orange Shirt Day, a time to remember the children who never came home from residential schools, the Survivors who did, and their families. Of course, as is for most things relating to Indigenous Peoples, there are those who on

October 1, 2024 marks the beginning of Registered Disability Savings Plan Awareness Month (RDSP) in BC. The RDSP is a savings plan intended to help persons with disabilities, who is approved to receive the disability tax credit (DTC), to save for their long-term financial

We are seeking input before January 8, 2025, from all Canadians, including persons with disabilities, on the discussion paper for an Accessible Canada Roadmap to achieve a barrier-free Canada. ow.ly/M0PP50TJb5w #AccessibleCanada

RT Ontario Women: Run by & for Indigenous women, Talk4Healing is a free & confidential helpline that offers culturally grounded counselling, advice & support in a safe & accepting environment. Help is available 24/7. Talk and text: 1-855-554-HEAL (4325) Chat: talk4healing.com

Not sure if your documents are #accessible? Join us on Oct. 25 to learn the ins and outs of #accessibility checkers in #Microsoft, #Acrobat and PAC. #Webinar Info: buff.ly/4gXsnue @onlibraryassoc Toronto Public Library Foundation Toronto Public Library OPHLA @sklibrary @APLAcontact Nova Scotia Library Association

During #InvisibleDisabilitiesWeek, we raise awareness and commit to addressing the barriers and stigma faced by persons with invisible disabilities. Learn how the Accessible Canada Act supports all persons with disabilities: ow.ly/wQ0o50TPPiP

Don't miss out! We'll be presenting some of our work and answering questions at the 2024 Indigenous Disability and Wellness Gathering on November 19th! Find registration and more information here: indigenousdisabilitygathering.com

With support from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), IDC/BCANDS will officially launch our National Disability Tax Credit (DTC) Navigation Program on Monday October 28th. This time-limited program (October, 2024 – March, 2025) will assist eligible Indigenous

We are proud to announce that, in recognition of the 10th anniversary of Indigenous Disability Awareness Month, our organization has launched a new multi-year national research project led by our Ottawa research team! Check it out👇

November is #IDAM2024! As a proud supporter of the #UNDRIP, we’re committed to ensuring programs, policies and services respect the rights of Indigenous persons with disabilities. Learn more about how we’re making a difference: ow.ly/AatX50Uc7Qg

We want to advance accessibility with standards that prioritize safe, barrier-free environments for all. That’s why we’re pleased to have met with the ASEQ EHAQ today. We will work together to add information on multiple chemical sensitivity to our built environment standard.

Hey hey!! If you haven't heard of this Disability Tax Credit Navigation Program please connect with my colleagues to gather more information and ask as many questions you can. See the poster attached for their contact information.

📣 Consultation extended to January 15! Share your thoughts on the draft Accessible Canada Roadmap today!

Check out this opportunity from Innovation 7! They’re researching a potential First Nations Accessibility Assessor Training Program & hosting discussion circles across Canada to gather input. Share your insights on accessibility challenges, First Nations-led assessments & more!

It is with great sorrow that we inform of the passing of our friend and colleague, Ellen Cohen, while in Geneva. A long time disability advocate, Ellen was part of the Canadian Civil Society delegation that travelled to Geneva last week for Canada's review. Rest well Ellen, you

Hello! I am pleased to announce the project, First Nations Accessibility Standards: A Path Forward to Inclusion, has officially ended! Thank you to everyone who engaged with us over the last 3 years! The report and recommendations will be available via bcands.bc.ca