Note: This meeting is in ASL, but there is an interpreter available Are you feeling frustrated about finding a job? Do you feel that the AODA (Accessibility for Ontario with Disabilities Act) is either not good or strong enough? Do you think that the CTRC would approve video-phone relay service? Are you frustrated with your place … Continue reading ONTARIO DEAF BARRIER-FREE NOW
Activism
Accessibility: Promoting Inclusive Development Event
The San Lorenzo Latin American Community Centre; CHHA 1610AM Voces Latinas Radio; The G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education; and the Student Association of Ryerson (CESAR) invite you to join in the celebration of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Enjoy some music, food, and conversation in an accessible venue: Oakham House Thomas … Continue reading Accessibility: Promoting Inclusive Development Event
International Day of People with Disabilities Celebration Toronto December 3rd
Come celebrate Inclusiveness Together! Nathan Phillips Square (northwest corner of Bay and Queen, in front of Winston Churchill’s statue, just east of the City Hall parking garage) Saturday, December 3rd 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm Bring your stories of independence and achievement locally and globally Submit them in advance to info[at] cilt [dot} ca Visit … Continue reading International Day of People with Disabilities Celebration Toronto December 3rd
The Occupy camps may close, but the movement appears far from finished
Speaking up for the 99 per cent By Ian MacLeod, The Ottawa Citizen November 14, 2011 http://www.ottawacitizen.com/Occupy+camps+close+movement+appears+from+finished/5704849/story.html#ixzz1dgDEsjXv Michelle Couturier is a capitalist’s dream: MBA, bilingual, trained in urban planning and architectural technology, with job stints at SNC-Lavalin, the federal government and the Bank of Canada. At 29, she’s also an Occupy supporter, donating tarps and … Continue reading The Occupy camps may close, but the movement appears far from finished
Understanding and Fighting Austerity: November 12th
Greater Toronto Workers’ Assembly Day School, Saturday, November 12th What are some of the forces that are driving the current crisis? How is it pushing forward the agenda of business and governments to get working people and our organizations to tighten our belts and accept their calls for austerity? What forms is resistance taking around … Continue reading Understanding and Fighting Austerity: November 12th
RALLY AGAINST AUSTERITY & FORD’S CUTS with Occupy Toronto – Saturday, November 5th
Join Occupy Toronto for a big Saturday march starting at 2:00pm at the Occupation Site at St. James Park - just east of King and Church streets. We will be marching to City Hall where at 3:00pm, we will have a rally consisting of a couple of speakers and then a short concert against the … Continue reading RALLY AGAINST AUSTERITY & FORD’S CUTS with Occupy Toronto – Saturday, November 5th
Toronto Disability Pride March: The Movement Rolls On
I would like to thank all of you who made it out to the Toronto Disability Pride March, and those whose supported us. It was an excellent event. From the speeches at City Hall, to the chants of “Equal Access, Equal Rights!” and “No Cuts! No Way! Tell Rob Ford we're here to stay” as … Continue reading Toronto Disability Pride March: The Movement Rolls On
Statement by Mike Sullivan, MP York South-Weston and NDP Deputy Critic for Disabilities for the Toronto Disability Pride March
Statement by Mike Sullivan, MP York South-Weston and NDP Deputy Critic for Disabilities for the Toronto Disability Pride March on Saturday October 29, 2011 Unfortunately I cannot be with you today, but I do want to share with you, on behalf of the NDP Caucus in Ottawa, some thoughts on this important occasion. … Continue reading Statement by Mike Sullivan, MP York South-Weston and NDP Deputy Critic for Disabilities for the Toronto Disability Pride March
Canadians with Disabilities, it’s Time to Take the Gloves Off
Find out about the march It's not a question of if austerity will impact Canadians with disabilities, but a question of when. We need only look over to the UK for proof. Coalition proposals with see the Disability Living Allowance cut in that country by 20%, pushing those people into increasing poverty. Hate crimes against … Continue reading Canadians with Disabilities, it’s Time to Take the Gloves Off
Toronto Disability Pride March ~ this Saturday!
When: Sat, October 29, 12pm – 3pm Where: Nathan Phillips Square to Occupy Toronto (St. James park) Join us at the square, & come down to Occupy Toronto if you can! Why Disability Pride? As a recognition of recent injuries and deaths of people with disabilities in interaction with Toronto Police. This march is not … Continue reading Toronto Disability Pride March ~ this Saturday!
Sit Down, Fight Back 