Alberta introduces plan to allow people with disabilities to work and receive benefits
Alberta Disability Assistance Program expected to begin July 2026. Jason Nixon, … READ MORE
Insurance Benefits
Public, corporate and private plans
Smaller benefit hikes coming for hundreds of thousands of Albertans relying on provincial programs
New legislation would also regulate potential halal mortgages. Alberta Finance … READ MORE
Feds ‘committed to doing more,’ but minister offers no timeline for Canadian Disability Benefit boost
Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities Kamal Khera rises … READ MORE
My fight for more home care is a fight for a lifetime of freedom
‘It’s incredibly difficult for me to live life to the fullest without … READ MORE
Canadians with disabilities getting new benefit — but critics say it’s coming late and with few details
Bill creating monthly disability benefit for working-age Canadians died when Trudeau … READ MORE
Alberta urged to reconsider cutting off hundreds of young adults from financial support
Province says young Albertans leaving program will be set up with right support. A … READ MORE
MLA’s AISH experiment likely won’t change government’s mind, advocates say
St. Albert NDP MLA Marie Renaud has vowed to live on $1,685 in October. NDP MLA … READ MORE
Leave AISH payments alone, Opposition and advocates tell Alberta government
Government hasn’t ruled out a program cut. Opposition NDP Leader Rachel Notley … READ MORE
COVID-19 puts disability tax credit reform on back burner
Advocates worry companies still allowed to charge ‘astronomical’ fees to … READ MORE
UCP government changes application process for AISH
Applicants must first prove medical condition to determine eligibility. The Alberta … READ MORE
Calgary mother worries some disabled Albertans are being overlooked during pandemic
Alberta’s single site restriction doesn’t apply to health-care aides … READ MORE
Injunction stops hundreds of young adults from losing benefits as they transition from care
Young mother challenged amendment set to take effect April 1. A.C. has been granted … READ MORE
Funding flexibility offered for Alberta children with special needs during COVID-19
Routine changes have been especially challenging for families of children with … READ MORE
It can be very taxing on families: New study reflects unmet needs of Canadian caregivers
1 in 4 Canadians provide care to a family member or friend – StatsCan report. … READ MORE
AISH recipients upset about lack of consultation on payment-date changes
Government says it did “informal” consultations about changes effective … READ MORE
People with severe disabilities feel ‘duped’ by Alberta government, AISH recipient says
‘It concerns me because the vulnerable community can become more … READ MORE
Alberta disability program forum slammed as a delay tactic by opposition NDP
‘There are thousands of people whose lives are impacted by this stall.’ … READ MORE
CRA moves to slash ‘excessive’ fees charged by disability tax credit companies
It’s been 5 years since legislation passed to tighten rules around firms that … READ MORE
Alberta Seniors programs and services 2019
This Guide is designed to help seniors and their families stay informed about the … READ MORE
Crucial for health system, many caregivers are struggling financially and emotionally
Caregivers are ‘glue that keeps the health-care system together,’ … READ MORE
AISH, income support, seniors benefits indexed to cost of living under new bill
Increases to benefits for Albertans in need coming January 1, 2019. Premier Rachel … READ MORE
Jason DaSilva’s “The Disability Trap” is beautiful and infuriating
The acclaimed documentary filmmaker and New Mobility’s 2014 Person of the … READ MORE
Millions of patients denied use of a wheelchair
Research by the British Red Cross suggests 4 million people miss out due to UK-wide … READ MORE
Universal health coverage can best be achieved by public systems
Expanding coverage by ushering in the private sector results in inequities in … READ MORE
Should Canada’s health insurance system be a model for the United States?
Most rich democracies provide citizens universal coverage for medical services—but … READ MORE
The tale of two Medicares: Canadian and American
Medicare for all — or the idea that every American should have some form of public … READ MORE
Canadian patients should have online access to their medical records, some doctors say
‘You’re part of the care,’ says daughter who monitors her … READ MORE
More health-care spending an expensive way to buy health
It’s budget season and provincial governments are continuing to spend more on … READ MORE
In Ontario, new project will give providers and patients more access to health records
SPARK is designed to support innovators with market-ready or in-market digital … READ MORE
Uninsured patients in Ontario: People get sicker, the system pays more
Patricia, left, a native of Guyana, says she feels “in control” since she … READ MORE
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