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N.S. says it’s on schedule to move people with disabilities out of institutionsA 2021 court case found systemic government discrimination against people with disabilities seeking housing and supports in their communities.CanadaJun 10
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N.S. advocates say province has failed to consult as it overhauls disability supportAdvocates for Nova Scotians with disabilities say the provincial government has failed to consult with people affected by an overhaul of housing support and other services.CanadaMay 5
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Watch the 60th annual Variety Show of Hearts TelethonJoin us from 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Feb. 22 to hear how you can help children with disabilities and complex health needs and make a difference in their lives.LifestyleFeb 20
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‘A Christmas miracle’: Maple Ridge boy’s stolen mobility bike returnedMaple Ridge resident Erica Forrest said they got the bike on Facebook Marketplace, just over a year ago, and this recent incident was the third time it has been stolen.CrimeDec 23, 2025
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Alberta ERs seeing flood of influenza patients as cases jump 70% in a weekIn the first week of December, there was a 70 per cent jump in the number of lab-confirmed influenza cases in Alberta, along with 300 more hospitalizations and six more deaths.HealthDec 11, 2025
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WestJet wheelchair weight limit frustrates passengers, advocatesAdvocates say a policy by WestJet capping the weight of mobility aids like power wheelchairs at 300 pounds is unfair and potentially unlawful.CanadaNov 19, 2025
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Glenrose Courage Award recipient Anna Siverns faces hurdles with smiles and jokesAnna Siverns, a young girl with cerebral palsy, has had to overcome several obstacles in her life. She's being honoured by the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital for her courage.HealthOct 16, 2025
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Summerland family aims to get accessible playground built for kids with mobility issues"The school district anticipates receiving a response from the Ministry in early spring 2026 regarding this funding request," the email states.CanadaOct 6, 2025
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Israel defends planned military offensive in Gaza, lashes out at ‘global campaign of lies’Benjamin Netanyahu said the goals include demilitarizing Gaza, the Israeli military having “overriding security control” and a non-Israeli civilian administration in charge.WorldAug 10, 2025
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Family says B.C.’s health care system failed them and led to the death of their sonBrennan Day, the MLA for Courtenay-Comox, said the Ministry of Health needs to do a deep dive into how the system failed Brayden and his family.HealthJul 8, 2025
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145 people stabbed with syringes at France music festival, 12 arrestedWhen authorities responded in La Rochelle, France, multiple girls and women between the ages of 14 and 20 were found to be victims of syringe attacks.WorldJun 23, 2025
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Adaptable van stolen from Kelowna man with cerebral palsyThe van, customized to support Derosier's mobility needs due to cerebral palsy, allowed him to travel freely with the help of care aides. But now, four years later, it’s gone.CanadaMay 28, 2025
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Arson suspected as power outage disrupts final day of Cannes Film FestivalA major power outage in southeastern France briefly disrupted Cannes Film Festival events Saturday, police are investigating it as possible arson.WorldMay 24, 2025
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Kim Kardashian robbery trial: 8 of 10 defendants found guiltyA court in the French capital decided the verdict in the trial of the 'grandpa robbers' accused of stealing millions of dollars of Kardashian's jewerly.EntertainmentMay 23, 2025
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‘I forgive you’: Kim Kardashian gives raw testimony at Paris robbery trial'I thought about my sister, thought she would walk in and see me shot dead and have that memory in her forever,' Kim Kardashian told the packed Parisian courtroom.EntertainmentMay 13, 2025
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John Oliver sued by health-care exec for ‘out of context’ toilet hygiene segmentThe doctor's lawyers claim Oliver made 'false accusations' that 'were designed to spark outrage.'EntertainmentApr 3, 2025
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West Kelowna family hopeful U.S. surgery will help 3-year-old son with cerebral palsy walk freelyBen Weller was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at six months old. Now, his family is hoping to give him a shot at a life they once didn't think was possible.CanadaDec 23, 2018
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Toronto woman charged with murdering teenage daughter acquitted by judge at retrialAfter a previous conviction was overturned on appeal, an Ontario judge acquitted Cindy Ali more than a decade after the death of her daughter, who had cerebral palsy.CanadaJan 19, 2024
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Cosplay fans unite at Montreal’s anime conventionMontreal's anime convention Otakuthon is back at the Palais des Congrès for three days of cosplay, video games, loads of shopping and more.FeaturesAug 17, 2019
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UPDATED: Teen sledge hockey player with cerebral palsy kicked out of Oliver public skateA teenager with cerebral palsy said he was kicked out of the Oliver arena’s public skate over the weekend because sleds are not allowed on the ice.Nov 5, 2018