Disability Pride Alberta

Canadian Disability Benefit

There is a movement happening to make sure the Canadian Disability Benefit is created by and for people with disabilities.

We have the people, we have the platform, and now we need YOUR story.

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February 17, 2021 Community / Disability / Disability Culture

Community Access Programs: What are they and why are they important?

At Disability Pride Alberta, we believe in the importance of connection. That’s why we’re excited to share information about community access programs for people with disabilities.

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February 10, 2021 Children / Disability Stories / Family

Disability Stories – Home and Relocation

By: Lisa Walker Parents of Children on the Autism Spectrum Face Additional Challenges When Relocating Relocating a family can be stressful at the best of times. Those with children on the autism spectrum face additional challenges when purchasing a new residence. Families should be clear on their specifications for their

January 6, 2021 Disability Stories

Disability Stories: Inclusive WASH

My interest in disability issues runs deep: I am, myself, a person with a disability.

December 9, 2020 Disability Stories

Disability Stories – Spina Bifida

Hi all, my name is Sara and I was born with something called Spina Bifida.
Did you know that Spina Bifida (SB) literally means “split spine?” In very broad terms it means that my spine failed to close properly within the first few weeks of pregnancy.

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December 3, 2020 Disability / Disability Culture / IDPD / Pride

IDPD 2017, 2018, 2019 2020!

Each year on December 3rd the world recognizes International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD). This day increases awareness of diverse abilities and promotes inclusion for the disability community. This year, the United Nations set the theme for IDPD as “Building Back Better: toward a disability-inclusive, accessible and sustainable post

November 18, 2020 Community / Disability / Disability Culture / Disability Education

International Day of Persons with Disabilities

WHAT IS IDPD? IDPD, or International Day of Persons with Disabilities, was introduced by the United Nations to celebrate the accomplishments and achievements that persons with disabilities contribute to our community.The purpose of IDPD is to: Promote an understanding of disability issues Mobilize support for the dignity, rights, and well-being of people with

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November 4, 2020 Disability Culture / Disability Stories

Disability Stories: Intersectionality

Hi, everyone, my name is Marya. I’m 20 years old, I live in the city of Toronto, and I have a physical disability. Today I’m going to share my story with you of what it’s like growing up with a disability in the city of Toronto, as a Muslim woman,

October 8, 2020 Community / Disability Culture / Disability Education

What is Self-Advocacy?

About this Event The Albertans Advocating for Change Together (AACT) is a united Alberta network that learns about issues and advocates passionately for positive change in society. The group is hosting six online events about the importance of self-advocacy for the disability community. The online seminars are going to be

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September 3, 2020 Community / Disability Culture / Disability Stories / Photography

Disability Stories: Passionate Advocacy

Hi, my name is Lionel and I am a university student living with cerebral palsy. A philosophy I live by is “live without limits” because I know that I face many barriers in society. I am not only living with a disability; I am also a person of colour. One

Join Disability Pride Celebration and Parade in Calgary on Sunday June 9th, 2019!