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We’re hiring: Alberta provincial lead
Disability Without Poverty is seeking a dynamic individual with lived experience and commitment to disability justice to support movement building and momentum around the Canada Disability Benefit in Alberta.
From #WheresTheBill to #BudgetTheBenefit
On June 22, Bill C-22 became law. Where do we go from here? Join Disability Without Poverty to get the latest scoop. We want to update you on the current status of regulations, the question of budgeting for the benefit, and an update from DWP.
People with disabilities in Canada one step closer to financial independence
Today, after tireless advocacy from Canadians living with disabilities Bill C-22, the Canada Disability Benefit Act, received Royal Assent. The Canada Disability Benefit Act creates a new supplemental income for people living with a disability, which seeks to support financial security for a community that is twice as likely to live in poverty.
Press Release: An historic move: Parliament passes law to fight disability poverty
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.
June 7 rally on Parliament Hill
Bill C-22 needs Royal Assent ASAP! We will also call on our elected leaders to Budget the Benefit. Wed June 7, 12:30 PM on Parliament Hill
Press Release: 2023 Disability Poverty report card
Government progress incomplete, as people with disabilities continue to struggle in deep poverty