Quebec planning to implement early screening for learning disabilities in children – Montreal

January 31, 2019 / by BBG Security / ADHD, Canada, CAQ government, Early Childhood Education, early childhood screening, Education, Education Minister Jean-François Roberge, Health, Jean-Francois Roberge, Lionel Carmant, Politics, Premier François Legault, Quebec politics

[ad_1] The Quebec government is planning to implement early screening for learning disabilities in children aged five and under. The move was one of the Coalition Avenir Quebec (CAQ)’s campaign promises — and the reason Quebec’s junior health minister took the leap into politics in the first place. The announcement comes at the same time pediatricians across […]

Sold-out Halifax disX show breaks down disability barriers – Halifax

January 24, 2019 / by BBG Security / ableism, Accessibility, Adam Jack Pelley, Bus Stop Theatre, Canada, Disability, Halifax, Halifax DisabilityX, Halifax disX, Halifax people with disabilities, Human Rights, Paul Vienneau

[ad_1] Haligonians with disabilities are challenging the media — and the public — to change the way they think about disability. Speakers at the inaugural Halifax DisabilityX (disX) show shared their personal stories on stage on Thursday in an attempt to shed some light on an experience they say many able-bodied folks tie to stereotypes or […]

Hundreds turn out for annual women’s march in downtown Vancouver

January 19, 2019 / by BBG Security / Canada, March on Vancouver, News, Sexual Assault, vancouver march, Vancouver protest, Vancouver Womens March, Women's march, Women's March Vancouver, Women's Rights, womens issue

[ad_1] Hundreds gathered at the Vancouver Art Gallery’s šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square (North Plaza) for the third annual March On, Vancouver event. People gathered for speeches at 10 a.m. and began marching at 11 a.m. Organizer Samantha Monckton said the women’s march was focused on a variety of issues that concern women, including sexual assault, the rights […]

1 person dead, 3 in hospital after fire at Edmonton home for adults with disabilities – Edmonton

December 24, 2018 / by BBG Security / Canada, Deadly fire, Deadly fire at Edmonton home for disabled adults, Edmonton fire, Edmonton Fire Rescue, Edmonton Fire Rescue Services, Edmonton House Fire, Fatal Fire, Fatal fire at Edmonton home for disabled adults, Fire, Fire at Edmonton home for disabled adults, News, West Edmonton house fire

[ad_1] One person has died and three others are in hospital with serious or life-threatening injuries following a west Edmonton house fire early Monday morning. Video showed flames spewing out of the windows of the home on 90 Avenue and 166 Street shortly before 2 a.m. WATCH BELOW: Viewer video captured a serious house fire in […]

‘Boxing saved my life’: Owner of Salmon Arm boxing centre committed to training participants, regardless of disability

December 20, 2018 / by BBG Security / boxing diverse-abilities, boxing for disabilities, boxing Salmon Arm, Bulldogs Fitness and Boxing, Bulldogs salmon Arm, Canada, Lifestyle, Owner of Bulldogs Fitness & Boxing Centre in Salmon Arm, Peggy Maertz, Salmon Arm, Sports, works with student Maureen Fisher

[ad_1] Peggy Maertz, owner of Bulldogs Fitness and Boxing Centre in Salmon Arm, has found her life’s calling. “I really feel like I found what I’m called to do,” Maetz said. “This is exactly the place I was looking for where I could belong, exactly as I was. A place to be safe, be vulnerable […]

‘Many people still don’t have services’: Disability rights advocates ask Quebec to step in – Montreal

December 3, 2018 / by BBG Security / Adults, Autisme Montréal, Canada, CAQ, Children, Coalition Avenir Quebec, Disabilities, Disability rights, Disability Rights Activists, Francois Legault, Quebec disability rights, Quebec social services, Services

[ad_1] Montreal disability-rights advocates are calling on the new provincial government to provide more services and help for adults and children. “Unfortunately, we have to protest again and ask the government very high up to help people with disabilities,” said Electra Dalamagas with Autisme Montréal. READ MORE: Disability rights advocates occupy Quebec ombudsman’s office A few […]

Just Watch Me contest showcases entrepreneurs with disabilities

December 3, 2018 / by BBG Security / Canada, Entrepreneurs with Disabilities, Just Watch Me, Just Watch Me Contest, Just Watch Me Contest Entrepreneurs With Disabilities, Just Watch Me Contest Saskatchewan, Just Watch Me Entrepreneurs With Disabilities, Just Watch Me Saskatchewan

[ad_1] The Just Watch Me! contest is underway in Saskatchewan and Manitoba, giving entrepreneurs with disabilities the chance to tell their stories while competing to win cash and prizes. [ad_2] Source link

Annual Slide and Ride event gives Edmontonians with disabilities a chance to hit the slopes – Edmonton

December 1, 2018 / by BBG Security / CADS, Canada, Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing (CADS) program., Edmonton, Features, Learn, Lifestyle, Rabbit Hill, Ski, Skiing, Snowboard

[ad_1] Dozens of people packed the slopes at Rabbit Hill Snow Resort for Saturday’s Slide and Ride event. The event gives people with varying disabilities the opportunity to learn how to ski or snowboard with the help of an instructor and a volunteer. “Our program is very inclusive,” said Nigel Campbell, a ski coach with […]

Hamilton seeks more volunteer Snow Angels – Hamilton

November 16, 2018 / by BBG Security / Angel, Canada, cityofhamilton, Disabilities, HamOnt, Help, Program, Removal, Seniors, Snow, Volunteer

[ad_1] The city of Hamilton is looking for Snow Angels to help seniors and people with disabilities with snow removal. READ MORE: Plow tracker launches in Hamilton In order to volunteer for the snow removal service, you must be 14 or older, in good physical health and be reliable. Snow Angel volunteers will receive a […]

Advocates say disturbing video of N.S. school bullying shows people with disabilities are devalued

November 15, 2018 / by BBG Security / Brett Corbett, Bullying, Bullying Canada, Canada, Cape Breton, Cape Breton Victoria Regional Centre for Education, Cerebral Palsy, Council of Canadians with Disabilities, Features, glace bay, Health, Nova Scotia, Rob Benn-Frenette

[ad_1] Advocates say a disturbing video showing a Cape Breton teen’s classmate walking over him in a stream demonstrates how the lives of people with disabilities are often devalued. Brett Corbett, who has cerebral palsy, told his mother Terri McEachern that he has forgiven the bullies who apologized to him, but he still feels unsafe […]

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