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persons with disabilitiesCanada News Centre2026-07-28T07:58:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svgMultiple charges laid in deceptive online passport service scamhttps://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/07/multiple-charges-laid-in-deceptive-online-passport-service-scam.html

Multiple charges laid in deceptive online passport service scam July 28, 2026 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2026-07-28T07:58:09-04:00Competitive markets are essential in supporting food security and affordabilityhttps://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/06/competitive-markets-are-essential-in-supporting-food-security-and-affordability.html

Competitive markets are essential in supporting food security and affordability June 2, 2026 Ottawa, Ontario

Competition Bureau Canada2026-06-02T15:46:50-04:00Canada launches new standard for accessible service deliveryhttps://www.canada.ca/en/accessibility-standards-canada/news/2026/06/canada-launches-new-standard-for-accessible-service-delivery.html

Canada launches new standard for accessible service delivery.

Accessibility Standards Canada2026-06-01T11:00:31-04:00Accessibility Standards Canada included on the Forbes Accessibility 200 listhttps://www.canada.ca/en/accessibility-standards-canada/news/2026/05/accessibility-standards-canada-included-on-the-forbes-accessibility-200-list.html

Accessibility Standards Canada (ASC) has been included on the Forbes Accessibility 200 list.

Accessibility Standards Canada2026-05-20T10:15:45-04:00Statement from Stephanie Cadieux on appointment to second term as Canada’s Chief Accessibility Officerhttps://www.canada.ca/en/office-chief-accessibility-officer/news/2026/05/statement-from-stephanie-cadieux-on-appointment-to-second-term-as-canadas-chief-accessibility-officer.html

Statement from Stephanie Cadieux on appointment to second term as Canada’s Chief Accessibility Officer

Office of the Chief Accessibility Officer2026-05-12T12:53:13-04:00Statement by Minister Ali in response to the Auditor General’s report on Accessibility in the Public Servicehttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2026/05/statement-by-minister-ali-in-response-to-the-auditor-generals-report-on-accessibility-in-the-public-service.html

Statement by Minister Ali in response to the Auditor General’s report on Accessibility in the Public Service

Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2026-05-04T11:12:04-04:00Data portability and interoperability are key to competition in the digital health care sectorhttps://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/04/data-portability-and-interoperability-are-key-to-competition-in-the-digital-health-care-sector.html

Data portability and interoperability are key to competition in the digital health care sectorApril 22, 2026Ottawa, Ontario

Competition Bureau Canada2026-04-23T10:36:25-04:00Competition Bureau reaches agreement with Welltower to further protect competition in retirement home industryhttps://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/03/competition-bureau-reaches-agreement-with-welltower-to-further-protect-competition-in-retirement-home-industry.html

The Competition Bureau has reached a consent agreement with Welltower OP LLC (Welltower) to address competition concerns related to its proposed acquisition of 34 retirement home properties from Amica Senior Lifestyles (Amica). It is the second such agreement this month following an agreement concluded with Chartwell.

Competition Bureau Canada2026-03-25T08:31:01-04:00Opening Statement to the Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture and Forestry : Food Securityhttps://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/03/opening-statement-to-the-senate-standing-committee-on-agriculture-and-forestry--food-security.html

Opening Statement to the Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture and Forestry : Food SecurityMarch 12, 2026

Competition Bureau Canada2026-03-12T11:46:16-04:00Competition Bureau reaches agreement with Chartwell to preserve competition in retirement home industryhttps://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/03/competition-bureau-reaches-agreement-with-chartwell-to-preserve-competition-in-retirement-home-industry.html

Competition Bureau reaches agreement with Chartwell to preserve competition in retirement home industry March 12, 2026 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2026-03-12T10:14:42-04:00Competition Bureau expands its investigation of real estate commission rules to include Greater Vancouver REALTORS®https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/01/competition-bureau-expands-its-investigation-of-real-estate-commission-rules-to-include-greater-vancouver-realtors.html

Competition Bureau expands its investigation of real estate commission rules to include Greater Vancouver REALTORS® February 20, 2026 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2026-02-20T12:08:47-05:00Statement from Chief Accessibility Officer Stephanie Cadieux on release of third report on accessibility in Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/office-chief-accessibility-officer/news/2026/02/statement-from-chief-accessibility-officer-stephanie-cadieux-on-release-of-third-report-on-accessibility-in-canada0.html

Statement from Chief Accessibility Officer Stephanie Cadieux on release of third report on accessibility in Canada

Office of the Chief Accessibility Officer2026-02-19T14:21:49-05:00Study finds Canada could unlock major economic gains through stronger competitionhttps://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/02/study-finds-canada-could-unlock-major-economic-gains-through-stronger-competition.html

Study finds Canada could unlock major economic gains through stronger competition February 4, 2026 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2026-02-04T10:02:31-05:00Backgrounder: Study on the Economic Benefits of Pro-Competitive Reforms in Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/02/backgrounder-study-on-the-economic-benefits-of-pro-competitive-reforms-in-canada.html

Backgrounder: Study on the Economic Benefits of Pro-Competitive Reforms in CanadaThe Competition Bureau commissioned an independent study to better understand how Canada’s economy could benefit from more competition-friendly regulations.

Competition Bureau Canada2026-02-04T10:00:05-05:00Accessibility Standards Canada and New Brunswick join forces on accessibility standards developmenthttps://www.canada.ca/en/accessibility-standards-canada/news/2026/02/accessibility-standards-canada-and-new-brunswick-join-forces-on-accessibility-standards-development.html

Accessibility Standards Canada and the New Brunswick Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour announced today that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

Accessibility Standards Canada2026-02-04T09:30:00-05:00Government of Canada invests in equipment and operations for North America’s first indoor triathlon training hub in Edmontonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/01/government-of-canada-invests-in-equipment-and-operations-for-north-americas-first-indoor-triathlon-training-hub-in-edmonton.html

Federal support for the Alberta Velodrome Association will put world-class infrastructure into action for Edmonton’s local community and Canada’s high-performance athletes

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-01-30T13:35:11-05:00Minister Olszewski highlights the new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefithttps://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/01/minister-olszewski-highlights-the-new-canada-groceries-and-essentials-benefit.html

Federal government helping farmers produce more food at a lower cost, increasing Canada’s food supply, and easing price pressures for families at the grocery store

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-01-30T11:13:39-05:00Minister Olszewski to announce support for one-of-a-kind indoor sports training hub in Edmontonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/01/minister-olszewski-to-announce-support-for-one-of-a-kind-indoor-sports-training-hub-in-edmonton.html

The Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), will announce federal funding to support the operations of a new, world-class indoor sports training hub in Edmonton.

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-01-29T13:00:00-05:00Minister Olszewski in Edmonton to highlight affordability measureshttps://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/01/minister-olszewski-in-edmonton-to-highlight-affordability-measures.html

The Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), will discuss the Government of Canada’s plan to build a stronger economy and make life more affordable for Canadians.

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-01-29T10:10:26-05:00Competition Bureau report highlights public feedback on algorithmic pricing and competitionhttps://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/01/competition-bureau-report-highlights-public-feedback-on-algorithmic-pricing-and-competition.html

Competition Bureau report highlights public feedback on algorithmic pricing and competition January 22, 2026 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2026-01-22T10:05:57-05:00Minister Hajdu invites organizations to apply for funding to improve workplace accessibilityhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/01/minister-hajdu-invites-organizations-to-apply-for-funding-to-improve-workplace-accessibility.html

Minister Hajdu invites organizations to apply for funding to improve workplace accessibility

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-01-16T14:10:59-05:00Competition Bureau launches study of competition in the financing of Canada’s small and medium-sized enterpriseshttps://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/01/competition-bureau-launches-study-of-competition-in-the-financing-of-canadas-small-and-medium-sized-enterprises.html

Competition Bureau launches study of competition in the financing of Canada’s small and medium-sized enterprises January 12, 2026 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2026-01-12T10:11:28-05:00Government of Canada calls for project proposals to make workplaces more diverse, inclusive and safehttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/01/government-of-canada-calls-for-project-proposals-to-make-workplaces-more-diverse-inclusive-and-safe.html

Every worker deserves an equal opportunity and a safe work environment. Yet many workers—especially women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities—continue to face barriers to equity and experience harassment and violence at work.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-01-05T15:24:07-05:00Canada’s Chief Accessibility Officer Releases Commentary on Accessible Air Travelhttps://www.canada.ca/en/office-chief-accessibility-officer/news/2025/12/canadas-chief-accessibility-officer-releases-commentary-on-accessible-air-travel.html

Canada’s Chief Accessibility Officer Releases Commentary on Accessible Air Travel

Office of the Chief Accessibility Officer2025-12-17T12:13:54-05:00Competition Bureau obtains a court order to advance investigation into WELL Health’s acquisition of HEALWELLhttps://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/12/competition-bureau-obtains-a-court-order-to-advance-investigation-into-well-healths-acquisition-of-healwell.html

Competition Bureau obtains a court order to advance investigation into WELL Health’s acquisition of HEALWELL December 10, 2025 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2025-12-10T11:48:11-05:00Opening statement to the Senate Standing Committee on Banking, Commerce and the Economy: Competition is critical to building a stronger, more affordable economyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/12/opening-statement-to-the-senate-standing-committee-on-banking-commerce-and-the-economy-competition-is-critical-to-building-a-stronger-more-affordab.html

Opening statement to the Senate Standing Committee on Banking, Commerce and the Economy: Competition is critical to building a stronger, more affordable economy Speech December 4, 2025

Competition Bureau Canada2025-12-04T11:15:14-05:00Statement by the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, on International Day of Persons with Disabilitieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/12/statement-by-the-honourable-patty-hajdu-minister-of-jobs-and-families-and-minister-responsible-for-the-federal-economic-development-agency-for-nort.html

Statement by the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, on International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-12-03T13:38:12-05:00Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson calls for improvements at the Canada Revenue Agency to address delays impacting persons with disabilitieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/taxpayers-ombudsperson/news/2025/12/taxpayers-ombudsperson-calls-for-improvements-at-the-canada-revenue-agency-to-address-delays-impacting-persons-with-disabilities.html

The Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson has asked the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) to improve the processing of complex T1 adjustments for persons with disabilities and their supporting family members.

Office of the Taxpayers' Ombudsperson2025-12-03T13:00:00-05:00Canada releases world’s first standard on accessible and equitable AIhttps://www.canada.ca/en/accessibility-standards-canada/news/2025/12/canada-releases-worlds-first-standard-on-accessible-and-equitable-ai.html

Accessibility Standards Canada announced today the publication of the CAN-ASC-6.2 – Accessible and Equitable Artificial Intelligence Systems standard. This equity-based standard is the first National Standard of Canada focused specifically on accessible artificial intelligence (AI).

Accessibility Standards Canada2025-12-03T10:00:00-05:00Statement by Minister Ali on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2025/12/statement-by-minister-ali-on-the-international-day-of-persons-with-disabilities-2025.html

Statement by Minister Ali on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025

Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2025-12-03T09:37:47-05:00Government of Canada invests in Manitoba-built solutions to help local companies grow to meet healthcare needshttps://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-invests-in-manitoba-built-solutions-to-help-local-companies-grow-to-meet-healthcare-needs.html

Manitoba-based companies are filling gaps in Canadian markets, growing the economy, and contributing to accessible medical care

Prairies Economic Development Canada2025-11-21T15:50:17-05:00Government of Canada invests in Manitoba-built solutions to help local companies growhttps://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-invests-in-manitoba-built-solutions-to-help-local-companies-grow.html

Doug Eyolfson, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg West, Manitoba, on behalf of the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, will make an important announcement about growing the economy through federal support for Manitoba companies helping to advance accessible medical care.

Prairies Economic Development Canada2025-11-20T14:00:00-05:00Appetite for creative destructionhttps://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/11/appetite-for-creative-destruction.html

Appetite for creative destructionSpeechNotes for an address by Matthew Boswell, Commissioner of CompetitionCanadian Bar Association Competition Fall Law ConferenceNovember 20, 2025Ottawa, Ontario

Competition Bureau Canada2025-11-20T13:42:44-05:00Accessibility Standards Canada publishes Canada’s first Plain Language Standardhttps://www.canada.ca/en/accessibility-standards-canada/news/2025/10/accessibility-standards-canada-publishes-canadas-first-plain-language-standard.html

Accessibility Standards Canada is pleased to announce the publication of the CAN-ASC-3.1:2025 Plain Language standard. This equity-based standard is the first National Standard of Canada on plain language.

Accessibility Standards Canada2025-10-13T10:00:00-04:00Competition Bureau to study competition in financing for Canada’s small and medium businesseshttps://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/09/competition-bureau-to-study-competition-in-financing-for-canadas-small-and-medium-businesses.html

Competition Bureau to study competition in financing for Canada’s small and medium businesses September 4, 2025 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2025-09-04T08:35:20-04:00Frost warning: Don’t slip on sneaky snow removal practiceshttps://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/08/frost-warning-dont-slip-on-sneaky-snow-removal-practices.html

Frost warning: Don’t slip on sneaky snow removal practices September 2, 2025 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2025-09-02T10:25:56-04:00Competition Bureau monitoring Interac’s commitment on e-transfer pricinghttps://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/07/competition-bureau-monitoring-interacs-commitment-on-e-transfer-pricing.html

Competition Bureau monitoring Interac’s commitment on e-transfer pricing July 10, 2025 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2025-07-10T08:58:21-04:00Canada Disability Benefithttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/06/canada-disability-benefit.html

Persons with disabilities are more likely to live in poverty than working-age persons without disabilities because of economic and social exclusion, barriers to employment, and other factors. Recognizing this, the Government of Canada created the new Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) to support the financial security of working age, low-income persons with disabilities by providing them with direct financial support.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-06-13T10:56:51-04:00Canadians can apply for the Canada Disability Benefit on June 20https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/06/canadians-can-apply-for-the-canada-disability-benefit-on-june-20.html

Today, the Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, announced that persons with disabilities will be able to apply for the new Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) as of June 20, 2025.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-06-13T10:00:15-04:00Minister Hajdu shared Canada’s commitment to ensure the full inclusion of persons with disabilities at the United Nationshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/06/minister-hajdu-shared-canadas-commitment-to-ensure-the-full-inclusion-of-persons-with-disabilities-at-the-united-nations.html

Canada is a dynamic country that celebrates our diversity, cares for the most vulnerable among us, and strives for a better future for all.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-06-12T11:01:39-04:00Accessibility Standards Canada releases new standard to help build adaptable homes that work for everyonehttps://www.canada.ca/en/accessibility-standards-canada/news/2025/05/accessibility-standards-canada-releases-new-standard-to-help-build-adaptable-homes-that-work-for-everyone.html

Accessibility Standards Canada is pleased to announce today the publication of the CAN/ASC-2.8:2025 – Accessible-Ready Housing standard. This new equity-based standard intends to help ensure homes are designed for adaptability, and ready to be accessible.

Accessibility Standards Canada2025-05-29T11:00:00-04:00Accessibility Standards Canada publishes revised standard on accessible employmenthttps://www.canada.ca/en/accessibility-standards-canada/news/2025/05/accessibility-standards-canada-publishes-revised-standard-on-accessible-employment.html

Accessibility Standards Canada is pleased to announce today the publication of the revised CAN/ASC-1.1:2024 (REV-2025)-Employment standard.

Accessibility Standards Canada2025-05-29T11:00:00-04:00Statement by Minister Ali on National AccessAbility Week 2025https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2025/05/statement-by-minister-ali-on-national-accessability-week-2025.html

Statement by Minister Ali on National AccessAbility Week 2025

Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2025-05-26T14:04:16-04:00Statement by Minister Hajdu on National AccessAbility Weekhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/05/statement-by-minister-hajdu-on-national-accessability-week.html

Minister of Jobs and Families, Patty Hajdu, today issued the following statement to launch National AccessAbility Week 2025

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-05-25T10:00:14-04:00Government of Canada invests to increase accessibility in an inclusive cultural spacehttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/02/government-of-canada-invests-to-increase-accessibility-in-an-inclusive-cultural-space.html

The Minister of Public Services and Procurement, Quebec Lieutenant and Member of Parliament for Québec, Jean-Yves Duclos, will announce funding under the Enabling Accessibility Fund small projects component for an accessible infrastructure project in Québec.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-02-21T09:07:10-05:00Government of Canada boosts investment in accessible infrastructure to empower Canadians with disabilitieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/11/government-of-canada-boosts-investment-in-accessible-infrastructure-to-empower-canadians-with-disabilities0.html

The President of the Treasury Board, Minister of Transport and Member of Parliament for Oakville, the Honourable Anita Anand, will be in Oakville to highlight funding for a national guide and service dog training school, under the Enabling Accessibility Fund program.

Employment and Social Development Canada2024-11-28T14:00:00-05:00Competition Bureau publishes report on Canada’s Competition Summit 2024https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2024/11/competition-bureau-publishes-report-on-canadas-competition-summit-2024.html

Competition Bureau publishes report on Canada’s Competition Summit 2024 November 13, 2024 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2024-11-13T14:35:04-05:00Government of Canada invests in guide and service dog breeding and training facility to support Canadians with disabilities https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/11/government-of-canada-invests-in-guide-and-service-dog-breeding-and-training-facility-to-support-canadians-with-disabilities.html

Accessible infrastructure and meaningful improvements to facilities ensures more Canadians with disabilities can fully participate in their communities and readily access the services and programs they need.

Employment and Social Development Canada2024-11-08T14:16:30-05:00Government of Canada to invest in an accessible infrastructure projecthttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/10/government-of-canada-to-invest-in-an-accessible-infrastructure-project.html

The Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, the Honourable Kamal Khera, will highlight funding under the Enabling Accessibility Fund mid-sized projects component for an accessible infrastructure project that will support persons with disabilities in the Mississauga region.

Employment and Social Development Canada2024-10-10T11:00:00-04:00Canada’s Competition Summit 2024https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2024/09/canadas-competition-summit-2024.html

Canada’s Competition Summit 2024September 16, 2024

Competition Bureau Canada2024-09-16T13:20:57-04:00Compete, grow, sing, explore on Nova Scotia’s South Shorehttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2024/08/compete-grow-sing-explore-on-nova-scotias-south-shore.html

Compete, grow, sing, explore on Nova Scotia’s South Shore

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2024-08-21T13:31:49-04:00Backgrounder: Compete, grow, sing, explore on Nova Scotia’s South Shorehttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2024/08/backgrounder-compete-grow-sing-explore-on-nova-scotias-south-shore.html

Atlantic Canada’s small towns and rural areas are vibrant places bustling with economic, social and cultural activity. The Government of Canada, through ACOA, is investing to help communities in the Lunenburg area thrive and build long-term prosperity.

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2024-08-21T13:30:33-04:00Government of Canada to announce support for Nova Scotia’s South Shorehttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2024/08/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-nova-scotias-south-shore.html

Government of Canada to announce support for Nova Scotia’s South Shore.

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2024-08-20T13:19:44-04:00Government of Canada launches the Employment Strategy for Canadians with Disabilitieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/07/government-of-canada-launches-the-employment-strategy-for-canadians-with-disabilities.html

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 and keeping good jobs is an important part of this effort, and a way to strengthen Canada’s workforce and economy.

Employment and Social Development Canada2024-07-11T12:32:27-04:00Government of Canada to launch the Employment Strategy for Canadians with Disabilitieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/07/government-of-canada-to-launch-the-employment-strategy-for-canadians-with-disabilities.html

The Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, will be in Toronto to make an announcement regarding the Employment Strategy for Canadians with Disabilities.

Employment and Social Development Canada2024-07-10T16:31:52-04:00Adults with a valid Disability Tax Credit certificate and children under 18 are now eligible to apply to the Canadian Dental Care Planhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/06/adults-with-a-valid-disability-tax-credit-certificate-and-children-under-18-are-now-eligible-to-apply-to-the-canadian-dental-care-plan0.html

Today, the Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities joined the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth and the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business, to announce that eligible children under the age of 18 and adults with a valid Disability Tax Credit certificate can now apply for the Canadian Dental Care Plan.

Employment and Social Development Canada2024-06-27T12:29:54-04:00From farm to table: Building food sustainabilityhttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2024/06/from-farm-to-table-building-food-sustainability.html

Agriculture is an important economic driver in rural Nova Scotia. The Government of Canada is investing to help a Cape Breton co-operative take innovative steps to connect farmers and producers to local markets.

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2024-06-27T08:56:33-04:00Shelburne embraces accessible outdoor recreationhttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2024/06/shelburne-embraces-accessible-outdoor-recreation.html

Our communities thrive when residents and visitors of all abilities can enjoy public spaces. The Government of Canada has invested to help make a community park and trail more accessible.

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2024-06-21T10:48:57-04:00Federal investment will improve climate comfort centres in Antigonish and Pictou countieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2024/06/federal-investment-will-improve-climate-comfort-centres-in-antigonish-and-pictou-counties.html

Climate comfort centres play an essential role during extreme weather events, offering residents a place to shelter, charge devices, use the internet, and check in with family and friends.

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2024-06-13T12:42:18-04:00Backgrounder: Federal investment will improve climate comfort centres in Antigonish and Pictou countieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2024/06/backgrounder-federal-investment-will-improve-climate-comfort-centres-in-antigonish-and-pictou-counties.html

By providing a space where people can feel safe, supported, and connected during times of upheaval and uncertainty, climate comfort centres help communities recover more quickly once the crisis has passed.

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2024-06-13T12:42:10-04:00Accessibility Standards Canada and Alberta enhance collaboration on accessibility standards developmenthttps://www.canada.ca/en/accessibility-standards-canada/news/2024/06/accessibility-standards-canada-and-alberta-enhance-collaboration-on-accessibility-standards-development.html

Today, Accessibility Standards Canada and the Government of Alberta announced they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

Accessibility Standards Canada2024-06-10T15:36:48-04:00Energy efficiency upgrades underway at Gaelic Collegehttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2024/06/energy-efficiency-upgrades-underway-at-gaelic-college.html

Cape Breton Island is focused on preserving and promoting its unique Highland history and heritage, and keeping the culture alive for residents and visitors. The Government of Canada is investing in improvements to the Gaelic College campus in St. Anns.

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2024-06-10T09:29:02-04:00Accessibility Standards Canada adopts the globally recognized accessibility standard for ICT products and serviceshttps://www.canada.ca/en/accessibility-standards-canada/news/2024/05/accessibility-standards-canada-adopts-the-globally-recognized-accessibility-standard-for-ict-products-and-services.html

Accessibility Standard Canada (ASC) announced today that it has officially adopted the European standard EN 301 549:2021 Accessibility requirements for Information and Communication Technologies (ICT). ASC is also releasing it as a National Standard of Canada under the code CAN/ASC - EN 301 549:2024.

Accessibility Standards Canada2024-05-31T10:00:00-04:00Organizations invited to apply for funding under the National AccessAbility Week call for proposals to promote accessibility and disability inclusionhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/05/organizations-invited-to-apply-for-funding-under-the-national-accessability-week-call-for-proposals-to-promote-accessibility-and-disability-inclusion.html

Every Canadian deserves to fully participate in a country that is free of physical, societal and attitudinal barriers. The Government of Canada is committed to invest and support community projects that help remove barriers to accessibility, increase disability inclusion, and provide greater opportunities for persons with disabilities across every province and territory.

Employment and Social Development Canada2024-05-29T11:12:00-04:00Organizations funded under the 2022-2024 Accessible Canada Fund - National Accessibility Week stream call for proposalshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/05/organizations-funded-under-the-2022-2024-accessible-canada-fund---national-accessibility-week-stream-call-for-proposals.html

Organizations funded under the 2022-2024 Accessible Canada Fund - National Accessibility Week stream call for proposals

Employment and Social Development Canada2024-05-29T11:10:15-04:00The call for applications for the 2024–2025 Price McIntosh Bursary is openhttps://www.canada.ca/en/library-archives/news/2024/05/the-call-for-applications-for-the-20242025-price-mcintosh-bursary-is-open.html

The Price McIntosh Bursary promotes diverse stories, experiences and interpretations

Library and Archives Canada2024-05-29T10:45:11-04:00Government of Canada launches a call for proposals and invests in projects that increase accessibility in communities across Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/05/government-of-canada-launches-a-call-for-proposals-and-invests-in-projects-that-increase-accessibility-in-communities-across-canada.html

More inclusive and accessible spaces, services and workplaces are critical to helping Canadians, including persons with disabilities, to fully participate and meaningfully contribute to society and the economy. The Government of Canada is strongly committed to support organizations that increase accessibility and inclusion in their communities and contributing to creating a barrier-free access for everyone.

Employment and Social Development Canada2024-05-28T10:25:24-04:00Additional projects funded under the 2022 EAF small component call for proposalshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/05/additional-projects-funded-under-the-2022-eaf-small-component-call-for-proposals.html

Additional projects funded under the 2022 EAF small component call for proposals:

Employment and Social Development Canada2024-05-28T10:23:38-04:00Accessibility Standards Canada and Nova Scotia’s Department of Justice connect to pave way toward a barrier-free Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/accessibility-standards-canada/news/2024/05/accessibility-standards-canada-and-nova-scotias-department-of-justice-connect-to-pave-way-toward-a-barrier-free-canada.html

Accessibility Standards Canada and Nova Scotia’s Department of Justice connect to pave way toward a barrier-free Canada.

Accessibility Standards Canada2024-05-17T09:00:00-04:00Statement from Chief Accessibility Officer Stephanie Cadieux on first-ever National Air Accessibility Summithttps://www.canada.ca/en/office-chief-accessibility-officer/news/2024/05/statement-from-chief-accessibility-officer-stephanie-cadieux-on-first-ever-national-air-accessibility-summit.html

On May 9, 2024, Canada’s Chief Accessibility Officer, Stephanie Cadieux addressed attendees at Canada’s first-ever National Air Accessibility Summit.

Office of the Chief Accessibility Officer2024-05-13T15:33:02-04:00Government of Canada launches new call for proposals to increase the production of alternate format materials for persons with print disabilitieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/05/government-of-canada-launches-new-call-for-proposals-to-increase-the-production-of-alternate-format-materials-for-persons-with-print-disabilities.html

All Canadians deserve equal access to programs, services and supports. The Government of Canada is committed to investing in programs that help remove barriers to accessibility, increase inclusion, and empower persons with disabilities to fully engage in their communities.

Employment and Social Development Canada2024-05-09T14:08:33-04:00Decision by the independent Commission on the applicability of the environmental assessment for the Darlington New Nuclear Project to Ontario Power Generation’s selected reactor technologyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/nuclear-safety-commission/news/2024/04/decision-by-the-independent-commission-on-the-applicability-of-the-environmental-assessment-for-the-darlington-new-nuclear-project-to-ontario-power.html

Backgrounder: Decision by the independent Commission on the applicability of the environmental assessment for the Darlington New Nuclear Project to Ontario Power Generation’s selected reactor technology

Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission2024-04-22T13:00:33-04:00Independent Commission determines environmental assessment for Ontario Power Generation’s Darlington New Nuclear Project is applicable to the selected reactor technologyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/nuclear-safety-commission/news/2024/04/independent-commission-determines-environmental-assessment-for-ontario-power-generations-darlington-new-nuclear-project-is-applicable-to-the-select.html

Today, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) announced the Commission’s decision that the existing environmental assessment (EA) for the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP) is applicable to the reactor technology selected by Ontario Power Generation (OPG), the General Electric Hitachi BWRX300 reactor.

Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission2024-04-22T13:00:16-04:00Cape Breton organizations receive federal investment to recover, repair and rebuild post-Hurricane Fionahttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2024/03/cape-breton-organizations-receive-federal-investment-to-recover-repair-and-rebuild-post-hurricane-fiona.html

When Hurricane Fiona wreaked havoc on cities and towns along the Atlantic coast, the Government of Canada responded quickly with programs designed to help the region with long-term recovery efforts and adaptations to help businesses and communities recover, restore and rebuild for the future.

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2024-03-05T09:11:08-05:00Backgrounder: Cape Breton organizations receive federal investment to recover, repair and rebuild post-Hurricane Fionahttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2024/03/backgrounder-cape-breton-organizations-receive-federal-investment-to-recover-repair-and-rebuild-post-hurricane-fiona.html

Hurricane Fiona was an unprecedented storm that wreaked havoc along the Atlantic coast, causing damage to businesses, communities and non-profit organizations. The Government of Canada recognizes the need to rebuild and adapt to future weather events, and is investing $6,437,005 in non-repayable contributions through ACOA’s Hurricane Fiona Recovery Fund (HFRF) program to fund five projects that will restore and upgrade infrastrcuture.

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2024-03-05T09:10:57-05:00Government of Canada to announce support to organizations impacted by Hurricane Fionahttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-to-organizations-impacted-by-hurricane-fiona.html

Jaime Battiste, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Member of Parliament for Sydney – Victoria, will announce support for five projects in Cape Breton County to help recover, repair and rebuild their facilities.

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2024-03-04T14:04:05-05:00Minister Khera welcomes first Annual Report from Canada’s Chief Accessibility Officerhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/02/minister-khera-welcomes-first-annual-report-from-canadas-chief-accessibility-officer.html

Accessibility is a key component of communities that thrive and an economy that grows. Since the significant milestone of passing the Accessible Canada Act, the Government of Canada has been fully engaged in creating a barrier-free country and ensuring the full participation of all Canadians in society, particularly persons with disabilities.

Employment and Social Development Canada2024-02-15T13:00:06-05:00Federal investment will help Richmond County make climate comfort centres more accessible and well-equippedhttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2024/01/federal-investment-will-help-richmond-county-make-climate-comfort-centres-more-accessible-and-well-equipped.html

Climate comfort centres play an essential role during extreme weather events, offering residents a place to shelter, charge devices, use the internet, and check in with family and friends.

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2024-01-10T12:18:30-05:00Accessibility Standards Canada and ULSE collaborate on accessibility standards research and developmenthttps://www.canada.ca/en/accessibility-standards-canada/news/2023/12/accessibility-standards-canada-and-ulse-collaborate-on-accessibility-standards-research-and-development.html

Today, Accessibility Standards Canada and UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). It aims to improve the coordination between both organizations and help influence accessibility standards across Canada and the United States of America.

Accessibility Standards Canada2023-12-19T10:30:00-05:00Government of Canada celebrates the launch of the Canadian Business Disability Networkhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/11/government-of-canada-celebrates-the-launch-of-the-canadian-business-disability-network.html

The Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, will deliver remarks at the launch of the Canadian Business Disability Network in Toronto.

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-12-01T11:10:22-05:00Government of Canada invests in skills training for workers with disabilities in the digital industryhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/11/government-of-canada-invests-in-skills-training-for-workers-with-disabilities-in-the-digital-industry.html

The Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, will be at March of Dimes Canada in Toronto to announce funding through the Skills for Success Program, which will provide persons with disabilities with skills and training in the digital industry.

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-12-01T10:50:13-05:00Canadians invited to help design the new Canada Disability Benefithttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/11/canadians-invited-to-help-design-the-new-canada-disability-benefit.html

Today, the Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, announced the launch of the Canada Disability Benefit Regulations Online Engagement Tool. This accessible platform will collect insight and feedback from Canadians to help inform the design of the regulations for the new benefit.

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-11-15T10:54:57-05:00Statement by Minister Khera on Indigenous Disability Awareness Monthhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/11/statement-by-minister-khera-on-indigenous-disability-awareness-month.html

The Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, today issued the following statement

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-11-01T11:07:56-04:00Banook Canoe Club launches historical revitalizationhttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2023/10/banook-canoe-club-launches-historical-revitalization.html

Government of Canada contributes to designs for renovation to beloved building

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2023-10-26T13:32:07-04:00Statement by the Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, on Canadian Down Syndrome Weekhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/10/statement-by-the-minister-of-diversity-inclusion-and-persons-with-disabilities-kamal-khera-on-canadian-down-syndrome-week.html

Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, today issued the following statement.

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-10-23T12:16:47-04:00Government of Canada seeks projects to help increase access for persons with disabilitieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-seeks-projects-to-help-increase-access-for-persons-with-disabilities.html

All Canadians should have equal access to programs, services and supports. That is why the Government of Canada continues to invest in programs that help remove barriers to accessibility, increase inclusion, and empower persons with disabilities to fully engage in their communities.

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-10-18T14:31:42-04:00Statement by Minister Khera on World Sight Dayhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/10/statement-by-minister-khera-on-world-sight-day.html

Statement by Minister Khera on World Sight Day

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-10-12T13:58:44-04:00Lake Banook boosts profile as premiere paddling venuehttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2023/09/lake-banook-boosts-profile-as-premiere-paddling-venue.html

New and improved docks and boardwalk offer better experience for paddlers and spectators

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2023-09-01T12:25:35-04:00Government of Canada invests in projects to increase access to employment opportunities and support persons with disabilities in the workplacehttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/08/government-of-canada-invests-in-projects-to-increase-access-to-employment-opportunities-and-support-persons-with-disabilities-in-the-workplace.html

Government of Canada invests in projects to increase access to employment opportunities and support persons with disabilities in the workplace

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-08-29T10:41:01-04:00Backgrounder: Additional projects with signed funding agreements under the 2022 Opportunities Fundhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/08/backgrounder-additional-projects-with-signed-funding-agreements-under-the-2022-opportunities-fund.html

Additional projects with signed funding agreements under the 2022 Opportunities Fund.

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-08-29T10:38:50-04:00Government of Canada to announce additional investments to increase access to employment opportunities and support persons with disabilities in the workplacehttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/08/government-of-canada-to-announce-additional-investments-to-increase-access-to-employment-opportunities-and-support-persons-with-disabilities-in-the.html

The Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, will be in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia to announce additional funding under the Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities. These investments reinforce the Government’s commitment towards a more accessible and inclusive Canada.

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-08-28T13:34:52-04:00Dartmouth will benefit from investment in community park, helping deepen connections to people and placeshttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2023/08/dartmouth-will-benefit-from-investment-in-community-park-helping-deepen-connections-to-people-and-places.html

The Government of Canada is fueling wellness, inclusivity and community revitalization

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2023-08-18T14:00:11-04:00Starting the engagement process to design the Canada Disability Benefit Regulationshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/07/starting-the-engagement-process-to-design-the-canada-disability-benefit-regulations.html

The ground-breaking Canada Disability Benefit Act received Royal Assent on Thursday, June 22, 2023. In the spirit of “Nothing Without Us” and as required by the Act, collaboration with and feedback from persons with disabilities will be essential in the development of the Canada Disability Benefit Regulations.

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-07-24T17:50:37-04:00Government of Canada invests in youth to build a stronger Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/07/government-of-canada-invests-in-youth-to-build-a-stronger-canada.html

When young people learn, work and succeed, Canada thrives. That is why the Government of Canada continues to invest in youth, so that they get the education, the experience, and the job opportunities to build a stronger Canada for generations to come.

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-07-14T09:50:36-04:00Landmark Canada Disability Benefit legislation receives royal assenthttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/06/landmark-canada-disability-benefit-legislation-receives-royal-assent.html

The Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, Carla Qualtrough, announced today that Bill C-22, legislation creating the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB), received royal assent on Thursday, June 22, 2023, and is now law. The Canada Disability Benefit Act was passed unanimously in the House of Commons and passed in the Senate.

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-06-23T15:02:31-04:00Canada’s commitment to further increase disability inclusion reaffirmed at the United Nationshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/06/canadas-commitment-to-further-increase-disability-inclusion-reaffirmed-at-the-united-nations.html

Ensuring the equal participation of persons with disabilities in society remains a key priority for the Government of Canada, and is one of the reasons why it is taking the concrete steps needed to ensure underrepresented groups are included in program and policy development.

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-06-15T17:41:16-04:00Government of Canada invests in projects to increase workplace inclusion and connect persons with disabilities with good jobs https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/06/government-of-canada-invests-in-projects-to-increase-workplace-inclusion-and-connect-persons-with-disabilities-with-good-jobs.html

Improving the inclusion and financial security of persons with disabilities is a key priority for the Government of Canada. This is why the Government continues to work with partners and the disability community to address barriers to employment, and invest in programs and services that help increase the accessibility of workplaces and improve employment prospects of persons with disabilities.

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-06-02T13:36:40-04:00Backgrounder: Projects with signed funding agreements under the 2022 Opportunities Fundhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/06/backgrounder-projects-with-signed-funding-agreements-under-the-2022-opportunities-fund.html

Alberta 5th on 5th Youth Services

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-06-02T13:34:41-04:00Government of Canada invests in skills training and career advancements for persons with disabilities https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/06/government-of-canada-invests-in-skills-training-and-career-advancements-for-persons-with-disabilities.html

Ensuring that persons with disabilities across the country have access to new opportunities and skills training so that they can contribute meaningfully to our economy is a priority for the Government of Canada.

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-06-01T13:47:30-04:00Backgrounder: Skills for Success Projects https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/06/backgrounder-skills-for-success-projects.html

The following projects will receive over $16 million in funding under the Skills for Success Program:

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-06-01T13:43:54-04:00