Ontario introduces new Photo ID Card for People who don’t Drive

Ontario is introducing a new photo identification card that will make it easier for people who do not have a driver's licence to travel, open a bank account, and perform any other activities that require official ID. The new, secure card will be recognized as government-issued identification for Ontarians 16 and over who do not … Continue reading Ontario introduces new Photo ID Card for People who don’t Drive

Will Presto Smart Card be Accessible to #TTC Passengers with #Disabilities?

Report from the AODA Alliance Even though the new Integrated Accessibility Regulation has finally been enacted under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, will Toronto transit passengers face new barriers in the future when paying fares to ride the TTC? On June 6, 2011, the media reported that the City of Toronto was working … Continue reading Will Presto Smart Card be Accessible to #TTC Passengers with #Disabilities?

Calling all #Artists w #Disabilities #Toronto

ABILITIES ARTS FESTIVAL presents  Face Time with Funders an intimate session  about funding opportunities for artists with disabilities with representatives of  The Canada Council for the Arts, The Ontario Arts Council and The Toronto Arts Council  Monday, May 16 Ryerson School of Disability Studies 99 Gerrard St. E, Room 560  Reception and Networking:  5-5:30  Information … Continue reading Calling all #Artists w #Disabilities #Toronto

NEXT STEPS FOR THE ORANGE WAVE: How can we stop Harper?

PUBLIC FORUM The NDP has made historic gains in this federal election with its largest ever caucus in the House of Commons  and official opposition status.  But Harper's conservatives benefited from the equally historic collapse  of the Liberals to win a majority with only 40% of the vote.  The Orange Wave has raised the hopes of millions … Continue reading NEXT STEPS FOR THE ORANGE WAVE: How can we stop Harper?

FYI: #International #Indigenous Network of People with #Disabilities #PwD

People who identify as indigenous / first peoples with disabilities, or who support their human rights, are being invited to join the mailing list International Indigenous Network of People with Disabilities (IINPWD). More information at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/IINPWD  Joining this mailing list is an opportunity for people to network with other indigenous / first peoples with disabilities in … Continue reading FYI: #International #Indigenous Network of People with #Disabilities #PwD

#Harper’s #Canada – a list of defunded organizations

Unofficial tentative list of organizations whose funding has been cut or ended by the Harper government, including government agencies that supported civil society groups. * *Organizations/ watchdogs whose staff have been fired, forced out, publically maligned, or who have resigned in protest: * ·          Canada Firearms Program (Chief Supt. Marty Cheliak, … Continue reading #Harper’s #Canada – a list of defunded organizations

GEORGE #GALLOWAY Speaks on #revolution in the Arab world

Monday, March 14 · 7:00pm - 9:00pm Trinity-St. Paul's Centre 427 Bloor Street West Toronto, ON In the first few weeks of 2011, revolutions have swept across the Arab world, toppling dictators in Tunisia and Egypt, and threatening to topple one in Libya. Uprisings are also underway in Bahrain, Yemen, and elsewhere, as people all across the region … Continue reading GEORGE #GALLOWAY Speaks on #revolution in the Arab world

#Women, #Resistance and #Revolution – a one-day conference March 19th, 2011 #Toronto

*******PLEASE FORWARD WIDELY********* Revolution is sweeping the Arab world. In Tunisia, Bahrain, Egypt and now Libya, women are playing a central role in these movements. In so doing they are defying stereotypes and inspiring struggles all over the world by showing the possibility of genuine women's liberation.  At the same time, the government of Stephen … Continue reading #Women, #Resistance and #Revolution – a one-day conference March 19th, 2011 #Toronto