Prince George Wednesday, August 7, 2024 8:30 AM People experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Prince George will soon have more safe and secure housing options as approximately 100 supportive homes and complex-care housing (CCH) units are on the way. “We know that when people experiencing homelessness have stable housing with supports, they can […]
1. Wear a helmet. A helmet can’t be 100 percent guaranteed to save your life, but it’s always going to give you better odds than going bare headed. You can also look into airbags for your bike. 2. Be seen. Dress like a fluorescent peacock—wear bright colors and reflective clothing, especially in the early morning, […]
On this page What is extreme heat? Before summer As temperatures rise During an event Drought What is extreme heat? An Extreme Heat Emergency is when daytime and nighttime temperatures get hotter every day and are well above seasonal norms. Extreme heat is dangerous for the health and wellbeing of our communities and is responsible […]
Inclusion Canada’s national and international work through our monthly Inclusion Matters newsletter. July 2024 Inclusion Matters July 2024 Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) Update On June 28, the federal government released the draft CDB regulations. The public now has until September 23 to provide their feedback. Inclusion Canada is actively analyzing the draft version and will […]
Govt of BC is pleased to share the release of B.C.’s 2024 Poverty Reduction Strategy. The renewed Strategy provides a 10-year framework for action, informed by a broad public and Indigenous engagement through which we heard from over 10,000 people, at least 70% with lived experience of poverty. This work builds on key legislative changes […]
Backgrounder Program overview The Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (YESS) is a Government of Canada initiative led by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) and delivered in partnership with 11 federal departments, agencies and Crown corporations. Together, these 12 partners deliver funding programs to help youth in Canada aged 15 to 30 develop skills and […]
News release July 11 2024 Toronto, Ontario Employment and Social Development Canada The Government of Canada is committed to building a fairer country for every generation, where all Canadians have the opportunity to participate and succeed, regardless of their identity or ability. Addressing the barriers experienced by persons with disabilities in securing […]
selfadvocate.ca/ is in support of Disability Pride Month 2024 This page will highlight those with disabilities what done and why is so important to show our skills our contributions What is Disability Pride Every year in July, Disability Pride Month celebrates persons who experience disability, their identities and culture, and their positive contributions to […]
News release June 28, 2024 Gatineau, Quebec Employment and Social Development Canada Persons with disabilities face significant barriers to financial security, making it hard to cover the costs of today, or save for the expenses of tomorrow. To assist with financial pressures, the Canada Disability Benefit will provide a social safety net between […]
Self Advocates this news now can get federal dental plan as of today June 27th but need to have a DTC Credit in order to get dental plan News release June 27, 2024 | Mississauga, Ontario | Government of Canada From: Employment and Social Development Canada Today, the Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion […]
