Disability Action Hall

02/06/2026

is asking for stories applying for the disability tax credit, in hopes to reclaim 20 million hours of a doctor's time filling out unnecessary forms. Please share widely.

02/06/2026

Please share this call to action. Stories are needed, navigating red tape, applying for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) by the Canadian Medical Association. https://www.actionhall.ca/2026/02/red-tape-accessing-disability-tax.html. Nearly 20 million hours are tied up in doctors' time spent completing unnecessary forms. Please share widely.

01/29/2026

It is encouraging when allies recognize their privilege and power and unanimously pass a motion urging GOA to pause ADAP. Motion presented by Edmonton City Council may be watched here at 23.00 minute passed unanimously 12-0. Motion came from the Accessibility Advisory of Edmonton.
https://www.youtube.com/live/4u31XauUtKI?si=IqfjFZHc3xkJTpY8It

01/23/2026

We've been mugged!

01/21/2026

The University of Calgary wishes to examine the impact of ADAP and employment on income assistance clients and persons with disabilities.
The study will also examine whether and how different poverty measures can be used to improve policy design and evaluation in Alberta and across Canada. You must be between the ages of 18 and 64, live in Alberta, and be a recipient of income supports or living with a disability. Express your interest here using this form:

Study title: Evaluation of Income Supports and Employment for Persons with Disabilities in Alberta On February 4, 2025, the Alberta Government announced the creation of a new income support program—the “Alberta Disability Assistance Program” (ADAP) along with new employment supports. While det...

01/17/2026

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For every $1 you save, we’ll match it THREE times!

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🗓 February – April 2026
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01/06/2026

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12/22/2025

Happy holidays y'all, from the members of the Disability Action Hall

12/12/2025

Wishing you a Happy Holidays from the members of the Disability Action Hall

12/06/2025

Supporting, networking, and showcasing talent at a micro-gallery, alongside artists, adventure awareness, authors, and great food. Thank you, .yyc, for hosting an inclusive experience for people of all ages on International Day of Persons with Disabilities.

12/04/2025

We are just 2 short days away! Learn more how the be a part of the micro gallery showcase! Everyone welcome

https://www.italianoplease.com/idpd-2025

Welcome to the International Day of Persons with Disabilities Networking celebration on Friday, December 5th, from 12 pm to 2 pm. Featuring a unique micro gallery of 1-foot displays to help highlight your passion, artwork, business and community organization. Enjoy a $7 pasta special all week long. More details are on the Italiano Please website, including a registration form to tell people more about you.

12/04/2025

In recognition of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we’ve released a series of products that highlight the diverse experiences of persons with disabilities in Canada. https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quotidien/251203/dq251203a-eng.htm?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=smo&utm_campaign=statcan-statcan-ddap-padd

For a detailed description of the visual elements found in this infographic, please visit: https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/11-627-m/11-627-m2025052-eng.htm?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=smo&utm_campaign=statcan-statcan-ddap-padd