Disabilities
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Capable Con returns to Peterborough to cap off National AccessAbility WeekAdmission is free for the second-annual Capable Con which runs Saturday, June 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Venture North parking lot on 270 George St. N., in Peterborough, Ont.HealthMay 31
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B.C. announces funding for 25 new accessible playgroundsThese new playgrounds are expected to be designed, built and installed over the next year, and the provincial government says they will benefit thousands of students.EducationMay 16
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Kingston, Ont. co-operative worried after building saleA co-op that helps adults with developmental disabilities is concerned about the future after the city of Kingston recently purchased its office building.CanadaMay 2
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Respite suspension at Ont. centre for children with disabilities leaves families high and dryErinoakKids Centre for Treatment and Development says it's putting a temporary pause on its respite care while it works to expand its services, leaving some families scrambling.CanadaApr 18
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U of A dental students host Shared Smiles event for people with disabilitiesThe free event included oral health care tips and techniques, as well as free check ups for anyone with a disability or special needs.CanadaApr 15
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Most Canadians with disabilities face barriers when travelling: AG reportThe report says that Via Rail and the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority have made accessibility improvements over the last several years, but serious gaps still remain.CanadaMar 27
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Manitoba government expands supports, offers higher wages in disabilities sectorThe Manitoba government is boosting funding to programs that serve people with disabilities.PoliticsMar 21
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B.C. man with cerebral palsy speaks out after being kicked out of cabB.C. introduced a Taxi Bill of Rights in 2008 that states passengers have the right to be picked up and transported to their stated destination by any available on-duty taxi driverPerspectivesFeb 6
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Residents living with disabilities share accessibility concerns during Sask. Accessibility ChallengeBortis coordinated the 'SCI Sask Accessibility Challenge'. It's an event to build awareness and understanding for those without disabilities to put themselves in their shoes.CanadaJan 22
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An intellectually disabled woman needed help. She went to jail insteadJessica Stuckey is 24 years old and lives with a permanent intellectual disability. She spent 36 days in a correctional centre because the nearest psychiatric facility was full.InvestigationsDec 20, 2022
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