Bill C-22 was approved by the House of Commons earlier this week and is now expected to be approved by the Senate later today or tomorrow and signed into law by the Governor General on Friday.
press releases
Press Release: 2023 Disability Poverty report card
Government progress incomplete, as people with disabilities continue to struggle in deep poverty
Press Release: Legislative clock running out for Bill C-22
People with disabilities can’t wait! The Canada Disability Benefit will be a vital game-changer, and the need is urgent.
Press Release: Disability Without Poverty response to federal budget
Disability Without Poverty is encouraged by some positive signs from yesterday’s budget, which will bring the much-needed Canada Disability Benefit closer to reality.
Brief to Senate in support of Bill C-22
Dear Members of the Senate, we ask that while you give Bill C-22 your full attention, you also ensure that it moves to Royal Assent with all haste.