Upcoming #Disabled Young People’s Project Retreat in #Toronto | #li #youth

The Disabled Young Peoples Project (DYPP) is an arts based pilot project working on building community alongside youth (16-29) from black, African, Aboriginal, racialized, immigrant, First Nations and Indigenous communities who are also living with a disability across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). . DYPP Retreat: Join us to imagine, create and claim space for … Continue reading Upcoming #Disabled Young People’s Project Retreat in #Toronto | #li #youth

This Monday: Free Social Assistance Review hosted by ERDCO | #Disabilities #Toronto #li

Ethno-racial People with Disabilities Coalition of Ontario Invites you to attend a community meeting to talk about the Social Assistance Review in Ontario on: Monday August 22, 2011 1:00 - 4:00 P.M. Ryerson University, 99 Gerrard St. East, Room EPH 222 AT THE COMMUNITY MEETING: You will learn about the commission the provincial government has … Continue reading This Monday: Free Social Assistance Review hosted by ERDCO | #Disabilities #Toronto #li

In #Toronto, #Ontario #Election #Accessibility Information Session TOMORROW

This Tuesday, there will be an information session with reps from Elections Ontario, where we will learn about about the work Elections Ontario is doing to improve the accessibility of the election process. The session is from 6-8pm at the Centre for Independent Living in Toronto: 365 Bloor Street East, Suite 902. Pizza, Tokens and … Continue reading In #Toronto, #Ontario #Election #Accessibility Information Session TOMORROW

Looking for #Toronto Participants: #Women with #DisAbilities Discussing Experiences of #Violence and its Prevention on #University and #College Campuses

What: A project exploring experiences of violence and violence prevention on university and college campuses in Canada. Who: Women ages 18-29 who have attended a Canadian University or College program within the last 5 years AND who self-identify as: * Having a disability (physical/intellectual disabilities/sensory disAbilities) * Persons with mental health histories or have experienced … Continue reading Looking for #Toronto Participants: #Women with #DisAbilities Discussing Experiences of #Violence and its Prevention on #University and #College Campuses

Fight Back against #MegaQuarry Open Mine Pit near #Orangeville

First Nations are fighting back in solidarity with farmers and ranchers in the Orangeville area to stop the Mega Quarry Open Mine Pit. This quarry is privately backed by a U.S. hedge fund, and will decimate the crops, water supply, and wildlife. For a better picture of the extent of this mine, imagine digging a … Continue reading Fight Back against #MegaQuarry Open Mine Pit near #Orangeville

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?