disability

Entertainment

Creator and star of You’re My Hero portrays the comical side of living with a disability

it that You’re My Hero manages to attract such big names and resonate with audiences? What is it about the…

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US Election 2024

Georgia lowering threshold for proving intellectual disability in death penalty cases

The Georgia Senate made a significant move on Monday by passing a bill that would make it easier for death…

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Canada

This B.C. mom asked local grocery stores to bring in special carts for son who has a disability. They did

When Chantal Martin takes her family to the grocery store, it can often be a challenge to keep track of…

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Nova Scotia

N.S. man with disability frustrated by driver evaluation delays

Wolfville, N.S., resident Mark Selvidge has been facing roadblocks in his journey to obtain his first driver’s license. Due to…

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Health

Hearing loss is no. 1 disability among military veterans, audiologist says

As thousands of wounded warriors and military veterans battle disabilities and injuries every day, one common ailment often gets overlooked…

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Health

It can cost up to 39% more to thrive in the GTA if you have a disability: research

When Franklyn McFadden needs to repair his $15,000 wheelchair, that expense is on him. It’s just one of many extra…

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Nova Scotia

Disability advocate speaks out after awards ceremony held without full accessibility

A Halifax woman being honoured for her volunteer work as a disability advocate is upset about the province’s decision to hold an award…

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Politics

Disability rights groups launching Charter challenge against MAID law

Politics·New A coalition of disability rights groups says it is launching a Charter challenge against a part of Canada’s law…

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Health

Disability advocates to rally for boosted federal benefit

Disability advocates are set to gather in downtown Toronto Thursday morning to not only mark the historic win of the Canada…

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Health

Canada Disability Benefit won’t lift ‘hundreds of thousands’ out of poverty, new numbers confirm

The new Canada Disability Benefit will lift about 25,000 adults out of poverty, according to new numbers released by the federal…

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