Simple Abilities provides disability products
for work, education, and daily living.

Customer Care & Resources

Simple Abilities has accumulated a list of links to many of the more common Service Agencies, Charitable Organizations, Seniors Associations, Education Providers Professional Associations, and Government Agencies which provide services for individuals living with disabilities, seniors, those with occupational injuries and/or in physical or vocational rehabilitation programs.

Please note, the links listed below do not constitute any endorsement of the following programs, agencies or companies; they are for your information only. Simple Abilities cannot always guarantee its link to these resources because of changes they make (web site address change, server problems with their site, etc.) to their web site.

General Categories

Physiotherapist	Occupational Therapist	Government
Advisory Groups	Advocacy	Assistive Devices
Children and Youth	Education	Legal - Labour Advocacy
Literacy	Recreation	Seniors
Sign Language	Transportation	Travel

Conditions

Acoustic Neuroma	Deaf and Hard of Hearing	Lung Disease
Acquired Brain Injury	Diabetes	Lupus
Aging	Down Syndrome	Lymphovenous
ALS	Dyslexia	Mental Health
Alzheimer's Disease	Epilepsy	Multiple Sclerosis
Amputee	Ergonomics	Neurological Disability
Art	Facial Difference	Ostomy
Arthritis	Fetal Alcohol Syndrome	Paraplegic
Attention Deficit Disorders	Fibromyalgia	Parkinson's Disease
Autism	Heart Disease	Polio
Back Injury	Hemophilia	Prader-Willi Syndrome
Blindness and Low Vision	Huntington's Disease	Speech and Language
Brain Injury	Intellectual Disabilities	Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus
Cerebral Palsy	Kidney Disease	Stutter
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome	Learning Disabilities	Tourette Syndrome
Communication Disorders	Liver Disease
Cystic Fibrosis	Lou Gehrig's Disease

Occupational Therapist

• Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists
  The Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists provides services, products, events and networking opportunities to assist occupational therapists achieve excellence in their professional practice. In addition CAOT provides national leadership to actively develop and promote the client-centred profession of occupational therapy in Canada and internationally.
• Canadian Occupational Therapy Foundation
  Occupational therapy is a health profession that assists people of all ages whose lives have been disrupted by physical injuries/illness, congenital or developmental problems, mental illness, the aging process and/or psychosocial problems.
• Canadian Council for Occupational Health & Safety (CCOHS)
  This site gives Information and advice about occupational health and safety. The National OHA site is housed on this address. There's a database on health and safety regulations, codes of practice, covers federal and provincial / territorial. There are publications and confidential inquiry service information.
• OT Finder - Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists
  Canada's Occupational Therapist Resource site
• British Columbia Society of Occupational Therapists
  The British Columbia Society of Occupational Therapists (BCSOT) is the provincial professional association representing occupational therapists in British Columbia.
• Alberta Association of Registered Occupational Therapists
  Occupational therapy is a self-regulated profession in the province of Alberta. The Alberta Association of Registered Occupational Therapists (AAROT) is the provincial regulatory college and professional association for occupational therapy in Alberta.
• Saskatchewan Society of Occupational Therapists
  
• Manitoba Society of Occupational Therapists
  The Manitoba Society of Occupational Therapists (MSOT) is a non-profit, volunteer organization which exists in order to promote the occupational therapy profession and to disseminate knowledge of the profession within Manitoba.
• Northwest Territories/Nunavut Occupational Therapy Association
  
• Association of Yukon Occupational Therapists
  
• Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists
  Welcome to the website of the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists (OSOT), the provincial association of occupational therapists living and/or working in Ontario.
• L'Ordre des ergothérapeutes du Québec
  La mission de l'Ordre des ergothérapeutes du Québec est d'assurer la protection du public.
• New Brunswick Association of Occupational Therapists
  Welcome to the New Brunswick Association of Occupational Therapists' website. The purpose of this website is to provide information, resources and a place to communicate with other OT's in New Brunswick and Canada. Feel free to browse our growing index of links and resources, and contact us if you have any ideas or suggestions.
• Nova Scotia Society of Occupational Therapists
  The Nova Scotia Society of Occupational Therapists - is a voluntary organization dedicated to the promotion of Occupational Therapy. We strive for Occupational Therapy to become accessible and effective in order to maximize the potential of all Nova Scotian's despite disability or disadvantage. The Society promotes the development of Occupational Therapy practice through continuing education, support, and advocacy of our member and their clients.
• Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Occupational Therapists
  

return

Physiotherapist

• Canadian Physiotherapy Association
  Physiotherapists are university-educated experts who can help you achieve your highest level of physical functioning (at any stage of life) by providing you with a personalized treatment plan based on your specific needs.
• The Canadian Home Care Human Resources Study
  The Canadian Home Care Human Resources Study is a 2-year examination of the human resources issues facing the home care sector in Canada for today and tomorrow.
• Health Action Lobby
  HEAL is a coalition of national health and consumer associations and organizations dedicated to protecting and strengthening Canada's health care system. It represents more than half a million providers and consumers of health care. HEAL was formed in 1991 out of concern over the erosion of the federal government's role in supporting a national health care system. The HEAL website features a listing of its member associations and publications.
• Canadian Institute for Health Information
  CIHI is an independent, national, not-for-profit organization working to improve the health of Canadians and the health care system by providing timely, quality and timely health information. Look for the featured reports Canada's Health Care Providers and Health Care in Canada 2001, as well as the site's collection of health-related databases.
• Canadian Institutes of Health Research
  CIHR is Canada's premier federal agency for health research. Its objective is to excel, according to internationally accepted standards of scientific excellence, in the creation of new knowledge and its translation into improved health for Canadians, more effective health services and products and a strengthened health care system.
• Canadian Health Services Research Foundation
  The (CHSRF) promotes and funds management and policy research in health services and nursing to increase the quality, relevance and usefulness of this research for health-system policy makers and managers. The foundation is an independent, not-for-profit corporation, established with endowed funds from the federal government and its agencies.
• Bone and Joint Decade
  On January 13, 2000, the Bone and Joint Decade was formally launched at the headquarters of the World Health Organization in Geneva, Switzerland. This comes on the heels of the November 30, 1999 endorsement by the United Nations. The goal of the Bone and Joint Decade is to improve the health-related quality of life for people with musculoskeletal disorders throughout the world. The Decade aims to raise awareness and promote positive actions to combat the suffering and costs to society associated with musculoskeletal disorders such as joint diseases, osteoporosis, spinal disorders, severe trauma to the extremities and crippling diseases and deformities in children.
• Rick Hansen Man In Motion Foundation
  In 1987, when Rick Hansen completed the Man In Motion World Tour, he created the Rick Hansen Man In Motion Foundation to carry on his work and commitment to improve the lives of people with spinal cord injuries. In celebration of the 15th anniversary of the Man in Motion World Tour, the Foundation is launching a national campaign to raise money for spinal cord research.
• The Active Living Coalition for Older Adults
  The Active Living Coalition for Older Adults (ALCOA) is a partnership of organizations and individuals having interest in the field of aging, encourages older Canadians to maintain and enhance their well-being and independence through a lifestyle that embraces daily physical activities. ALCOA envisions a society where all older Canadians are leading active lifestyles thereby contributing to their physical and overall well-being.
• The Canadian Health Network
  The Canadian Health Network (CHN) is a national, bilingual Internet-based health information service. Health Canada, its founding Partner, provides funding for CHN. Through CHN, the Canadian public and health intermediaries alike can find excellent resources from health information providers across Canada. CHN features 26 Health Centres focused on major health topics and population groups. As well, the CHN sites links to more than 10,000 Internet-based resources. The CHN Subject Index includes over 1,000 terms pointing to information in these resources.
• Canadian Working Group on HIV and Rehabilitation
  CWGHR is a national charitable nonprofit organization that promotes innovation and excellence in rehabilitation in the context of HIV disease. CWGHR develops rehabilitation resources, new knowledge, and awareness in a multi-sector collaboration with partners in the HIV/AIDS sector and with disability groups on issues of common concern.
• University of Ottawa Rehabilitation Guidelines
  This web site was developed at the University of Ottawa School of Rehabilitation Sciences. It features a database of web-based Evidence-based Clinical Practice Guidelines (EBCPGs) from recent scientific publications. This database is a teaching and reference tool that will allow students and rehabilitation specialists (occupational therapists, physiotherapists, audiologists, physiatrists, speech and language pathologists, etc.) alike to make informed decisions in choosing an effective intervention for their client. The quality of all the EBCPGs available in the database has been evaluated through the validated assessment tool, AGREE (Appraisal of Guidelines for Research and Evaluation); these recommendations were systematically selected through a rigorous methodology.
• Physiotherapy Foundation of Canada (PFC)
  The Physiotherapy Foundation of Canada (PFC) is a nationally registered charitable organization that improves the quality of life of Canadians by sponsoring research which advances the treatment techniques, knowledge and skills of Canada's physiotherapists.
• Canadian Cochrane Network and Centre
  The mission of the Canadian Cochrane Network and Centre (CCN/C) is to foster health care decisions based on accurate knowledge (evidence-based health care). The CCN/C website features the on-line Cochrane Library - a source of reliable information on the effects of healthcare interventions.
• MEDLINE
  This website features over 11 million MEDLINE citations back to the mid-1960s and additional life science journals. PubMed includes links to many sites providing full text articles and other related resources.
• PEDRO
  PEDro is the Physiotherapy Evidence Database and an initiative of the Centre for Evidence-Based Physiotherapy (CEBP). It has been developed to give rapid access to bibliographic details and abstracts of randomized controlled trials and systematic reviews in physiotherapy
• Physiobase.com
  This Australia-based website provides a host of services specific to physiotherapists. It offers free email, enables use of selected medical database search engines, posts jobs for permanent and locum positions and hosts a member directory. It also provides the opportunity to participate in clinical discussions with other physiotherapists around the globe using a chat line system. A listing of continuing education courses, as well as other services, links and products is provided.
• Physical Medicine Research Foundation
  The Physical Medicine Research Foundation (PMRF) is an international non-profit organization dedicated to reduce disability and impairment from soft tissue injuries. PMRF works with all stakeholders to improve the quality and cost-effectiveness of care for people with musculoskeletal complaints and facilitates collaborative research, education and strategic planning activities.
• Sport Physiotherapy Canada
  Sport Physiotherapy Canada (SPC) is a volunteer driven, not for profit organization consisting of graduate physiotherapists and physiotherapy students who have an interest in Sport. We are "an organization which coordinates, promotes and provides programs and services for the health, safety and optimal performance of all participants in sport and sport physical therapy."

return

Acoustic Neuroma

• Acoustic Neuroma Association of Canada
  The Acoustic Neuroma Association of Canada is a patient-headed, peer support group. It is an incorporated, registered, non-profit organization recognized as such by Revenue Canada.

return

Acquired Brain Injury

• Cheshire Homes Society
  The Cheshire Homes Society is a registered non-profit society providing residential and rehabilitation services. The website includes a descriptive list of these residential provisions and links to similar resources.
• Edmonton Brain Injury Relearning Society
  The mission of ERBIRS is to assist adults affected by brain injury in rebuilding an independent and interdependent lifestyle by providing individualized Community-based services.

return

Advisory Groups

• British Columbia Coalition of People with Disabilities (BCCPD)
  Raises public and political awareness of issues that concern people with disabilities; hopes to facilitate the full participation of people with disabilities in all aspects of society and promote independence.
• Council of Canadians with Disabilities
  As a leading voice of persons with disabilities in Canada, CCD members speak out to improve the lives of Canadians with disabilities through the monitoring of federal legislation.
• New Brunswick Premier's Council on the Status of Disabled Persons
  PCSDP is an advisory group for the Premier of New Brunswick. There is information on Disability awareness week, and awards, bursaries, scholarships, and programs for people with disabilities.
• Ontarians with Disabilities Act Committee
  The Ontarians with Disabilities Act Committee advocates for the passage of a new Ontario law which would achieve a barrier-free society for persons with disabilities.
• Manitoba Centre for Health Policy and Evaluation (MCHPE)
  MCHPE undertakes population-based health services research and policy analysis. Their mission is to provide information to health care decision-makers, analysts and providers so they can offer services, which are effective and efficient in maintaining and improving the health of Manitobans.
• Quality of Life
  The Quality of Life research unit is one of the several research units within the Centre for Health Promotion in the faculty of medicine, University of Toronto. Their purpose is to carry out quality of life research that relates to communities, families, and individuals from a variety of population groups. On the site they have some of their concepts, an overview of their research unit, information on some of their projects, an order form to order their publications, and an annotated bibliography.
• Society for Manitobans with Disabilities Inc.- Winnipeg Office
  Promotes the full participation and equality of persons with a disability; provides a full range of rehabilitation services; facilitates the development of a receptive and supportive environment.
• The Alberta Premier's Council on the Status of Persons with Disabilities
  The Council's vision is that of society where each individual - regardless of ability - is seen as having the same intrinsic value, and each individual is seen as a member of their community.

return

Advocacy

• Alberta Committee of Citizens with Disabilities
  Actively supports and promotes the rights, freedoms and responsibilities of individuals with disabilities to determine their own destinies.
• Canadian Injured Workers Alliance (CIWA)
  This site provides an excellent contact list for support and advocacy groups and publications for injured workers. They are in partnership with Injured Workers' Groups across the country to provide programs and resources for injured workers.
• Child Welfare League of Canada (CWL)
  The CWLC promotes policy, research and advocacy for the well being of Canadian children, especially those who are disadvantaged in areas of physical, social, and mental health.
• Disabled Peoples' International (DPI)
  An international, cross-disability development organization with members in 115 countries.
• Saskatchewan Abilities Council (SAC)
  The purpose of the Saskatchewan Abilities Council is to provide and assist optimal independence and active participation in all aspects of society for people with disabilities. All its pages are directly connected to the home page and include a lot of good information.

return

Aging

• Centre on Aging
  Serves as a focal point for the conduct of research on aging; distributes its findings to administrators, policy makers, practitioners and seniors to assist them in making decisions.

return

ALS

• ALS Society of Canada
  This site was created to give the public a better understanding of ALS as well as provide a platform for the members of this organization to be in communication with others.

return

Alzheimer's Disease

• Alzheimer Society for Metropolitan Toronto
  This site is committed to providing family support, education and information. It also provides medical information on the disease. Promotion for the best care possible for persons with Alzheimer and supporting their caregivers is a concern of this organization. . Support of the efforts being made in finding a cure for Alzheimer Disease and how you can contribute is also included.
• Alzheimer Society of Canada
  The Alzheimer Society is a not-for-profit Canadian health organization. The three levels of the Society -- national, provincial and local -- work together to form a nationwide network of services to help Canadians affected by Alzheimer Disease
• Alzheimer Society of Haldimand-Norfolk
  The Alzheimer Friendly Visiting Program is a no cost service to Alzheimer clients and their families, it gives family members the opportunity to take a break while a trained volunteer cares for the person with Alzheimer's. Another service provided is the wandering registry. It function is to help locate and keep those client safe that do wander away. An up-to-date resource center is also available.
• Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region
  Those involved in this association believe that care support; education, advocacy and Avondale House (a place for family, and community can come for support and research) are paramount in the understanding and the quality of life for those with Alzheimer's.
• Alzheimer Society of Ottawa-Carleton (ASOC)
  Provides education, support services and research responsive to the needs of individuals with Alzheimer disease and related dementias, as well as the needs of their families and caregivers.

return

Amputee

• Amputation On-Line Magazine
  An informative online magazine that is published every two months. The magazine comes out of Vancouver but has an international leaning in content.
• Amputee Web Site
  This site offers a range of topics that will interest people who are amputees, including sports, prosthetics, phantom pain and world events. Visitors are invited to complete an online Evaluation Survey on products and services relating to amputation. Other features include Amputation, the online magazine for Amputees offering news, issues, sports and humour, and links to sites of a number of private businesses geared to amputation.
• The War Amps of Canada - Les Amputés de Guerre
  The War Amps offers many programs and services to amputees, their families, and all Canadians. This is a bilingual site and it has information on the War Amps history, programs, news, and it also has Frequently Asked Questions.
• The War Amputations of Canada
  The War Amps offers many innovative programs and services to amputees, their families and all Canadians. We are pleased to offer this Web site as a means for you to learn about all that we do.

return

Art

• The Creative Spirit Art Centre
  The Creative Spirit Art Centre opened in 1992 with the goal to provide art education and studio space to people with disabilities. The art centre is an environment where the disabled can create, exhibit and sell their art. Proceeds go to the centre and the artists. The sale and display of their art pays dividends for the disabled in the form of their confidence, dignity, and self-esteem.
• Association of Mouth and Foot Painting Artists (AMFPA)
  Site offers a brief history of AMFPA, and some information about its mandate and members. Showcases numerous samples of artwork created by the association's artists -- all mouth or foot painters -- and allows the web surfer to inquire about purchasing. Artist profiles are available, as well as a chat room where fans can get in touch with the artists.

return

Arthritis

• Arthritis Canada
  This site hosts sites for four other organizations, The Canadian Arthritis network, The Canadian Rheumatology Association, and Arthritis Health Care Providers.

return

Assistive Devices

• Accommodation, Training and Networking for Persons with Disabilities
  ATN has been assisting people with disabilities to acquire employment through the acquisition of computer-related skills since 1991.
• Canadian Seating & Mobility Conference
  The Canadian Seating & Mobility Conference provides a forum where individuals working in seating, mobility and associated technologies have the opportunity to share information, enhance their knowledge and increase their skills.
• Neil Squire Foundation
  Offers programs and services and develops technology to meet the needs of persons with significant physical disabilities.
• Workshop Solutions
  This non-profit website was established as a place for engineers, technicians, inventors and workshop enthusiasts to showcase and share information about various assistive devices they have created for people with disabilities. Each unique device has its own page, complete with photographs or sketches and a description of the solution that has been developed. The website's link list also points browsers to other potential sources of information an assistive devices and technology.

return

Attention Deficit Disorders

• Canadian Mental Health Association
  The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) exists to promote the mental health of all people and to serve mental health consumers, their families and friends. Founded in 1918, it is one of the oldest voluntary organizations in Canada.

return

Autism

• Autisme Montreal
  Présenté par Autisme et Troubles Envahissants du Développement Montréal, ce centre de documentation sur l'autisme et les troubles envahissants du développement s'addresse à tous.
• Saskatoon Society for Autism Inc.
  The Saskatoon society for autism is now actively involved in public awareness and education of autism, and in the provision and development of services for people with autism and their families.
• The Geneva Centre for Autism
  Supports individuals with PDD/autism and provides information, education and training to caregivers.

return

Back Injury

• CBI Health
  For more than 25 years and all across Canada, CBI Health has assisted over 350,000 people with their health care needs.

return

Blindness and Low Vision

• Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB)
  Includes information on the CNIB, their numerous employment services and ways of promoting access technologies in Canadian society. The site provides links to other related sites and also an internal link to CNIB publications.
• Sarnia Lambton CCB White Cane Club and Centre
  Promotes the well-being of persons who are blind through self-help, higher education, profitable employment, social association and recreational programs.

return

Brain Injury

• Brain Injury Association of Alberta
  The Brain injury Association of Alberta (BIAA) is a non profit, charitable organization founded in 1988. The association is a provincial advocacy group dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals living with the effects of acquired brain injury.
• Brain Injury Association of Nova Scotia
  The Brain Injury Association of Nova Scotia is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing a framework for self-help within Nova Scotia's brain injury community.

return

Cerebral Palsy

• Cerebral Palsy Sports Association of British Columbia
  Provides access to sports and recreation for people with physical disabilities in the province of British Columbia.
• Canadian Cerebral Palsy Sports Association
  The Canadian Cerebral Palsy Sports Association (CCPSA) is an athlete focused national organization administering and governing sport opportunities targeted to athletes with CP and related disabilities. CCPSA and its provincial partners cooperate as a proactive force to facilitate the development of equitable and fair sporting opportunities for our athletes.
• Cerebral Palsy Association of Canada
  This edition of A Guide to Cerebral Palsy has adapted material from several excellent publications which outline the causes and effects of cerebral palsy:

return

Children and Youth

• Ability Camp
  A five week year round intensive therapy program to which parents are invited to participate. This program is designed to provide children with motor disorders with a therapeutic as well as neurodevelopment and educational exercises program.
• Canadian Institute of Child Health (CICH)
  CICH is a research institute dedicated to improving the health and well being of children and youth in Canada. Their projects cover injury prevention, environment, abuse, and mental health among others.
• Ability Online Support Network
  This is a linked site to the Ability Network. This electronic resource is available for information sharing and education.
• Aurora Highview Community Millennium Project
  This is the website of a project to create a uniquely designed, barrier-free public play structure that serves York Region (Ontario) and beyond, providing challenging play opportunities for all children, including those with special needs.
• Canadian Institute of Child Health (CICH)
  CICH is a research institute dedicated to improving the health and well being of children and youth in Canada. Their projects cover injury prevention, environment, abuse, and mental health among others.
• Child Welfare League of Canada (CWL)
  The CWLC promotes policy, research and advocacy for the well being of Canadian children, especially those who are disadvantaged in areas of physical, social, and mental health.
• Deaf Children's Society of British Columbia
  Provides services to families with children under the age of 5 who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Easter Seal Society (ESS)
  The Easter Seals Society has been helping children with physical disabilities for 75 years and is now serving the largest number of children with special needs in the province of Ontario. On the site there is information on how to become a volunteer for the society. There is also an over view of their programs and services, and a long list of disability related resources, and contact information.
• Equip K.I.D.S International
  This charitable organization is dedicated to helping children with disabilities in developing countries.
• Erinoak
  Provides a coordinated range of family-centered habilitation/rehabilitation and support services to children and young adults with physical disabilities.
• Kenneth Gordon School
  An elementary school operated by the Society for the Education of Children with Specific Learning Disabilities, for children with dyslexia or other specific learning disabilities.
• YMCA Youth Exchanges
  YMCA international youth exchanges.
• Motherisk
  Created by the Motherisk Program at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Ontario, this website contains evidence-based information about the risk or safety of medications, chemicals, drugs of abuse and other exposures during pregnancy and lactation.
• JP DAS Development Disabilities Centre
  There is a directory of links related to Developmental Disabilities Inclusion Resources, Violence and Abuse Prevention Information, and others. The centre's current activities include research, student training, publication, and selected clinical services for children and adults with intellectual disabilities
• Aboriginal Youth Network Job Opportunities
  Lots of information provided to aboriginal youth on searching for jobs and making career decisions. Individuals share personal experiences.
• Sunshine Dreams for Kids
  Website of an organization that makes dreams come true for children who have significant physical disabilities or life-threatening illnesses.

return

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

• National Me/Fm Action Network
  This site provides information on myalgic encephalomyelitis (chronic fatigue syndrome) and fibromyalgia. You will find a guide for medical diagnosis and good legal and advocacy information.
• North American Chronic Pain Association of Canada
  The North American Chronic Pain Association of Canada is a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting people with chronic pain, and their communities, through self-help groups, education, fundraising and networking with other groups of similar purpose.

return

Communication Disorders

• Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists & Audiologists
  CASLPA is the single national body that supports the needs, interests and development of speech-language pathologists and audiologists across Canada. CASLPA offers various membership categories as well as certification for its members. Membership is available to individuals who are graduates of Canadian University Programs of audiology or speech-language pathology or graduates of non-Canadian programs judged to be equivalent.
• Communicative Disorders Assistant Association of Canada
  CDAAC is committed to supporting excellence in Communicative Disorders Assistant practice and professional growth of all members.
• London Speech and Language Centre
  Website of the London Speech and Language Centre, which provides speech and language assessments, rehabilitation services and tutoring for children and adults with speech-language disorders.
• The Aphasia Institute
  Committed to enhancing access to meaningful participation in life for adults with aphasia and their families, through advocacy, education and excellence in community-based programming.

return

Cystic Fibrosis

• Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
  The mission of the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is to help people with cystic fibrosis. To this end, the Foundation: funds research towards the goal of a cure or control for CF, and supports high quality CF care; promotes public awareness of cystic fibrosis; and raises and allocates funds for these purposes.

return

Deaf and Hard of Hearing

• British Deaf Association
  This site reflects the new direction and vision of the British Deaf Association. It is a unique resource for Deaf people that will reflect every aspect of Deaf culture and provide a global space for Deaf people to share ideas and experiences. Every culture has its unique way of interpreting the world. We hope this website widens understanding of the Deaf way.
• Atlantic Provinces Special Education Authority (APSEA)
  This site has information on Services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students, and Services for Visually Impaired Students. The APSEA Library, Addresses & Contacts, News & Upcoming Events, the Parent Association, The Sign Communication Proficiency Interview Workshop, The Canadian Vision Teachers Conference '99, APSEA Materials for Sale, Employment Opportunities at APSEA, Summer Programs, The Nova Scotia Summer Institute/Workshop, Courses, and Links to Other Related websites. APSEA is an inter-provincial co-operative agency that provides educational services, programs and opportunities for people from birth to 21 years old who are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing, blind, or visually impaired.
• Canadian Hearing Society (CHS)
  The Canadian Hearing Society provides services that enhance the independence of deaf, deafened and hard of hearing people, and encourage prevention of hearing loss. The CHS have now installed an International search engine. They have links under many categories such as, "Kids Stuff", "Deaf Resources", and "Research". This site is very interesting and organized.
• Canadian Hard of Hearing Association
  The Canadian Hard of Hearing Association (CHHA) is a consumer-based organization formed by and for hard of hearing Canadians. CHHA works cooperatively with professionals, service providers and government bodies, and provides information about hard of hearing issues and solutions.
• Deaf Canada Online
  Serving the Deaf, Deafened and Hard of Hearing Communities.

return

Diabetes

• Canadian Diabetes Association
  With over 150 branches across the country, the Canadian Diabetes Association is the largest non-governmental supporter of diabetes research, education and advocacy. Together with its sections and councils, its employees and volunteers, the Canadian Diabetes Association plays an invaluable role in the everyday lives of the over 2 million Canadians who live with diabetes.

return

Down Syndrome

• Down Syndrome Research Foundation and Resource Centre (DSRFRC)
  This Website's aim is to provide both basic and specific information on Down syndrome, programs and activities. The "Preventative Medicine" page lists potential complications of the syndrome for every stage in life and helpful ways to prevent these problems. In addition, a selection of books, and a Bulletin Board for discussions are also available.
• Canadian Down Syndrome Society
  The Canadian Down Syndrome Society (CDSS) is a national organization whose mission is to enhance the quality of life for all individuals who have Down syndrome through advocacy, education and providing information.
• National Down Syndrome Education and Research Institute
  The National Down Syndrome Education and Research Institute strives to improve the quality of education provided to children with Down syndrome. The Institute provides language and academic programming, conducts evaluations, and addresses curriculum development issues through the publication of instructional materials, reports, and articles.

return

Dyslexia

• Canadian Dyslexia Association
  The mandate of the Canadian Dyslexia Association is to promote awareness of dyslexia, and to develop and implement specialized methods, to improve the quality of life of the estimated five million Canadians who have dyslexia.

return

Education

• Accessibility Resource Centre
  The University of Toronto's Erindale Campus resource centre for students with disabilities.
• Adaptive Technology Resources Centre (ATRC)
  Promotes access to information and technology by people with disabilities through service, education, research and development.
• Atlantic Provinces Special Education Authority (APSEA)
  This site has information on Services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students, and Services for Visually Impaired Students. The APSEA Library, Addresses & Contacts, News & Upcoming Events, the Parent Association, The Sign Communication Proficiency Interview Workshop, The Canadian Vision Teachers Conference '99, APSEA Materials for Sale, Employment Opportunities at APSEA, Summer Programs, The Nova Scotia Summer Institute/Workshop, Courses, and Links to Other Related websites. APSEA is an inter-provincial co-operative agency that provides educational services, programs and opportunities for people from birth to 21 years old who are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing, blind, or visually impaired.
• British Columbia Ministry of Education - Special Education
  The British Columbia Special Education website offers on-line documents, current government policies, special education resources and a directory of staff in the special education field all over BC.
• Disability Information for Students and Professionals
  An Internet resource primarily for students, but helpful to educators and parents searching for disability-related information.
• DO-IT Canada
  DO-IT Canada is the initiative of Michael Schwake. He is recruiting Canadian partners for the DO-IT program, an adaptive education program for students with disabilities.
• Government of Saskatchewan - Special Education Unit
  The Special Education Unit of Saskatchewan Education is in place to support and assist Saskatchewan school divisions in their role of providing appropriate programming and support services to children and youth with exceptional needs. The Special Education Unit provides support to students with exceptional needs by providing a policy framework, funding recognition, programming support, and administrative services.
• Handidactis Inc.
  Contact information for this not-for-profit organization. They teach people who do not have disabilities to work with people who do have disabilities.
• McGill University Office for Students with Disabilities
  Access and services information for student's with disabilities.
• NEADS - National Educational Association of Disabled Students
  The National Educational Association of Disabled Students is a consumer organization, with a mandate to encourage the self-empowerment of post-secondary students with disabilities. The Association provides information on services and programs for students with disabilities nationwide, publishes a regular newsletter, and conducts research on issues of importance to its members.
• New Brunswick Community College
  This site is uniquely organized. There is a bird's eye view map of the college, and when you click on any part of the map, that part lights up and you get the name and a description of that site. On this site there is information on the IMASCO Scholarship Fund for Disabled Students, and on the Centennial Flame Research Award for Persons with Disabilities. To find this information, go to information on bursaries, loans, and awards.
• Ryerson University - The Access Centre
  The Access Centre provides advice and co-ordinates the provision of services and adaptations - both in the academic area and in the physical environment on campus - for students with disabilities. The Centre assists students who are deaf or hard of hearing; are blind or partially sighted; have a physical, medical, psychiatric, or learning disability; or have any other disability that requires adaptations.
• SchoolNet
  The Special Needs Education project is an Internet service providing resources for parents, teachers, schools, and other professionals, individuals, groups, and organizations involved in the education of students with special needs. The project operates under the auspices of SchoolNet, a cooperative initiative of Canada's provincial, territorial, and federal governments.
• Sir Sanford Fleming College - Special Needs Committee
  Meets accommodation requirements of students attending the college.
• Universite de Sherbrooke - Services aux Etudiants Handicapees
  Provides services for students with disabilities and helps them achieve their full academic potential.

return

Epilepsy

• Epilepsy Canada
  Epilepsy Canada is the only national non-profit organization whose mission is to promote and support research of all aspects of epilepsy, and to create awareness and understanding about epilepsy through educational programs. On this site there is information on epilepsy, epilepsy research programs, and educational materials
• Epilepsy Newfoundland and Labrador
  Website of the only epilepsy organization in Newfoundland and Labrador, representing more than 10,000 men, women, children, and their families, who are living with epilepsy.
• Epilepsy Toronto
  Comprehensive and interactive resources for people living with epilepsy and their families.

return

Ergonomics

• Association of Canadian Ergonomists/Association Canadienne D'ergonomie
  Promotes communication between persons who have ergonomics interests, professional opportunities for Canadians in the field; and higher standards of practice in human factors/ergonomics.

return

Facial Difference

• AboutFace International
  Provides emotional support and information to, and on behalf of, individuals who have facial differences and their families.

return

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

• CCSA Fetal Alcohol Syndrome/Effects
  Information service from the Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse.

return

Fibromyalgia

• National Me/Fm Action Network
  This site provides information on myalgic encephalomyelitis (chronic fatigue syndrome) and fibromyalgia. You will find a guide for medical diagnosis and good legal and advocacy information.
• Canadian Fibromyalgia
  At Canadian Fibromyalgia Resources, Sharan Green provides individualized counseling sessions covering the most up to date and comprehensive education on Fibromyalgia to her patients, their families and health care providers.

return

Heart Disease

• Heart and Stroke Foundation - National Site
  The Heart and Stroke Foundation is a national voluntary non-profit organization whose mission is to further the study, prevention and reduction of disability and death from heart disease and stroke through research, education and the promotion of healthy lifestyles. In recent years, the Foundation has also taken a leadership role in advocating for heart healthy public policy.

return

Hemophilia

• Canadian Hemophilia Society
  The Canadian Hemophilia Society exists to improve the quality of life for all persons with hemophilia and other inherited bleeding disorders and to find a cure.

return

Huntington's Disease

• Huntington Society of Canada
  On this site you will find information about the Huntington Society of Canada, Huntington disease, the many ways the Society works to support the needs of persons with HD and their families, as well as the opportunities that exist for you to support the work of the Society.

return

Intellectual Disabilities

• JP DAS Development Disabilities Centre
  There is a directory of links related to Developmental Disabilities Inclusion Resources, Violence and Abuse Prevention Information, and others. The centre's current activities include research, student training, publication, and selected clinical services for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
• Roeher Institute
  The Roeher Institute promotes the equality, participation and self-determination of people with intellectual and other disabilities. The institute examines the causes of marginalization and provides research information and social development opportunities. They have on-line information on their research and policy, information services, social development and public education, publishing and ordering information, and they also have a publications catalogue, and a link list.
• Ontario Association for Community Living
  OACL's site provides general information on the Community Living movement in Ontario and specific organizational information on OACL and the more than 100 local associations throughout the province, including contacts and links.

return

Kidney Disease

• The Kidney Foundation of Canada
  The Kidney Foundation of Canada is PEOPLE working together for a common cause. Motivated by a variety of reasons and from all walks of life, we are VOLUNTEERS, PATIENTS, DONORS, and STAFF MEMBERS.

return

Learning Disabilities

• Glenn Crombie Centre for Disability Services, Cambrian College
  The Glenn Crombie Centre features specialized testing, assessment and personal care rooms along with alternative learning methods and the newest computer, interpreter and visual aid equipment to assist reading, comprehension, writing, and tutoring at the elementary, secondary, and post-secondary levels. It is the catalyst for creating academic and career opportunities for people from all walks of life and from a variety of local, provincial, national and international locales.
• International Dyslexia Association
  This jam-packed international website includes information about dyslexia, upcoming conferences and events, research updates, a bulletin board, a bookstore and a list of assistive technology resources. Also has a special "Kids-Only" section where young people aged six to 15 can get their questions answered, connect with a pen pal or even show off their artwork.
• Learning Disabilities Association of New Brunswick - Provincial Office
  LDA N.B. promotes the understanding and acceptance of the ability of people with learning disabilities to lead meaningful and successful lives. There are links to their provincial page, and their national site. There is information about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and LDA's 11th National Conference. There is also information about learning disabilities.

return

Legal - Labour Advocacy

• Centre for Research on Work and Society (CRWS)
  This is a labour advocacy site. There is information on the rights of workers, and trends in the labour movement. They have 16 publications on this site, including the Westray Story. This site is very organized and helpful. They also have a list of links to labour oriented sites.
• Public Legal Education Information Service of New Brunswick
  This is a great resource for legal information in New Brunswick. Their are some excellent publications on abuse and disability. Many of the publications are free but they ask that requests are for small quantities only.
• Fighting for Fairness
  This website was launched as part of an effort to reform the disability tax credit (DTC), which allegedly discriminates against people with mental health disabilities. This initiative has since been supported by organizations representing a wider range of disabilities, whose members have also been disallowed the DTC based on its eligibility criteria. Visit the site for more information and action.
• Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal
  The Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal is the final level of appeal to which workers and employers may bring disputes concerning workplace safety and insurance matters in Ontario. The Appeals Tribunal is separate from and independent of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board.
• Institute for Work & Health (IWH)
  Information about this and related organizations, plus over 50 publications and their newsletter and discussion of their key research. Their mission is to research and promote 1) new ways to prevent workplace disabilities. 2) Improved treatment 3) optimal recovery and safe return to work. Research is in 4 categories 1) Health service and rehab. 2) Workplace research 3) Management and analysis of data 4) Population and workplace study.
• National Institute of Disability Management and Research (NIDMAR)
  NIDMAR is committed to reducing the human, social and economic cost of disability to workers, employers and society through education, training and research. Their main focus is on workplace-based reintegration.
• Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission
  Investigates complaints of discrimination; promotes and approves employment equity and education equity programs.

return

Literacy

• Alberta Association for Adult Literacy (AAAL)
  Ensures that all adult Albertans have the literacy skills they need to lead satisfying and productive lives in their communities.
• Centre for Literacy of Quebec
  Their mission is to support and improve literacy practice in schools communities, and work places. There is information on literacy, products and services, workshops, and resources. They also have publication order forms, and their newsletter is on-line.
• Literacy B.C.
  Literacy BC is a provincial organization concerned with promoting and supporting literacy activities in BC.
• National Adult Literacy Database Inc. (NALD)
  NALD is a federally incorporated, non-profit service organization. There are links to other services and databases in North America and Overseas. There is a list of events, awards, and there is contact information. They also have their newsletter online.
• Newfoundland and Labrador Literacy Development Council
  The LDC is dedicated to the promotion of a more literate society for Newfoundland and Labrador. The council will address the needs of the provincial strategic plan focused on the provision, coordination and promotion of quality literacy programs and services.
• Nova Scotia Provincial Literacy Coalition
  The organization advocates for equal access to education and training for adults. There is information on NSPLC grants, scholarships, bursaries, and learners' awards. There is also information on NSPLC events, projects, and NSPLC's history.
• PEI Literacy Alliance
  Promotes awareness of literacy activities and concerns within PEI and across Canada. There is information on Project L.O.V.E., The movement for Canadian Literacy, Human Resources Development Canada.
• Simple Safety
  This general safety training program has been designed to be accessible to as many workers as possible, including those with learning and literacy barriers. It includes text at the grade-six-to-eight reading level and hundreds of illustrations to help student and teacher grasp standard safety information. The teacher booklet, student booklet and overheads can be viewed and downloaded from the website at no cost.
• Spread the Word Literacy Festival
  Information about Canadian literacy levels and the festival to promote literacy.

return

Liver Disease

• Canadian Liver Foundation
  The Canadian Liver Foundation is championing the battle against liver disease through research and education into the causes, diagnoses, prevention and treatment of liver disease in all its forms.

return

Lou Gehrig's Disease

• ALS Society of Canada
  This site was created to give the public a better understanding of ALS as well as provide a platform for the members of this organization to be in communication with others.

return

Lung Disease

• PEI Lung Association
  This site is housed on The Canadian Lung Association's site. There is contact information only, but there is a link back to the home page of The CLA.

return

Lupus

• Lupus Canada
  Lupus organizations have existed in Canada since the 70's. In 1986, representatives from provincial lupus organizations met to talk about the possibility of forming a national organization. By-laws were approved and the name Lupus Canada was chosen. Charitable registration and incorporation followed in the next two years.

return

Lymphovenous

• Lymphovenous Canada
  A website whose goal is to connect support groups of individuals with dysfunctional lymphatic systems with each other and to share information on treatment options.

return

Mental Health

• Canadian Network for Mood and Anxiety Treatments (CANMAT)
  A website dedicated to information on manic depression, bipolar disease different forms of anxiety.
• Canadian Mental Health Association
  The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) exists to promote the mental health of all people and to serve mental health consumers, their families and friends. Founded in 1918, it is one of the oldest voluntary organizations in Canada.
• Internet Mental Health
  Internet Mental Health's aim is to promote improved understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of mental illness throughout the world.
• Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba Inc.
  Supports people with depression/bipolar disorders and their family by helping them to understand and accept the disability, its treatment and their role in recovery; educates people to recognize depression.

return

Multiple Sclerosis

• Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada - Atlantic Division
  There is information on Multiple Sclerosis, frequently asked questions, services, research and medical updates, and on how to donate to the MS Society. The MS Society is the only national voluntary organization in Canada that supports both MS research and services for people with MS in their families. The MS Society's mission is to be a leader in finding a cure for multiple-sclerosis and enabling people infected with MS to enhance their quality of life.

return

Neurological Disability

• Association for the Neurologically Disabled (A.N.D.) of Canada
  A.N.D. Canada is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to providing functional rehabilitation programs to individuals with non-progressive neurological disabilities. Individuals with a broad range of disabilities -- from mild learning disorders to severe neurological impairments -- may benefit from their program. They have a lot of information on different intellectual disabilities.

return

Ostomy

• United Ostomy Association of Canada
  They are dedicated to helping people who have intestinal or urinary tract diversions by providing psychological support and educational services. There is contact information, and links to International Ostomy Association sites, as well as other related sites. There is also a list of actual publications and upcoming events on the site.

return

Paraplegic (Physical Disabilities)

• BC Paraplegic Association - Vancouver Island North
  Promotes and facilitates Independent Living for persons with mobility impairments and spinal cord injury.
• SCI PILOT (Spinal Cord Injury Peer Information Library On Technology)
  This website by the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute bills itself as a "spinal cord injury peer information library on technology." Sections include personal stories about life with assistive devices, an "idea exchange" to discuss assistive technology, articles providing insight into what works, and other resources such as links. It even offers a free, attractive poster promoting the website. A text-only version is available.
• Spinal Cord Research Centre
  This website was set up to inform prospective students and postdoctoral trainees, as well as others interested in spinal cord research, of the research underway at the Spinal Cord Research Centre. The departments that make up the SCRC are located at the Bannatyne campus, next to the Health Sciences Centre, in downtown Winnipeg.
• Canadian Wheelchair Sports Association (CWSA)
  Check out this site to stay in touch with wheelchair sports across the country. Included on the site are updates on upcoming sporting events, information about the Paralympics, announcements and sport links. This site will also link you to the official sites for 20 different national sports, ranging from judo to table tennis.
• Alberta Amputee Sport and Recreating Association
  The AASRA exists to support and provide opportunity for amputees in recreation and sporting activities in both disabled and able bodied events.
• Aurora Highview Community Millennium Project
  This is the website of a project to create a uniquely designed, barrier-free public play structure that serves York Region (Ontario) and beyond, providing challenging play opportunities for all children, including those with special needs.
• Calgary PowerHockey
  The PowerHockey league's mission statement is to provide an adaptive hockey program for all persons who require the use of an electric wheelchair for daily mobility.
• Canadian Powerlifting Union
  The CPU is the Canadian affiliate of the International Powerlifting Federation; the website provides up-to-date information on powerlifting for people with and without disabilities.
• Defi Sportif
  The site is only accessible in FRENCH and promotes accessibility to leisure activities for people of all ages with five types of disabilities: hearing, intellectual, physical, mental health and visual.
• The Disabled Sailing Association of BC
  The Disabled Sailing Association of BC provides people with disabilities the opportunity to leave their restrictions behind and become active participants in an exciting outdoor sport.
• Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disability
  The active living website represents an approach to physical activity supported by a growing number of local, regional and national organizations.
• Canadian Wheelchair Basketball Association
  The CWBA is in the business of promoting excellence and developing opportunities for Canadians in the game of wheelchair basketball.
• Canadian Paraplegic Association (Newfoundland and Labrador ) Inc.
  There is information on spinal cord injury on this site. There is a map of the site, and there are links to other CPA sites around the country. Their mission is to assist people with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities to achieve independence, self-reliance and full community participation.

return

Parkinson's Disease

• The Parkinson Foundation of Canada
  Parkinson Society Canada is a not for profit, national charitable organization. The Society raises money through corporate sponsorships, public donations, and planned gifts. Finding the cause and cure for Parkinson's disease remains our chief mission.

return

Polio

• Polio Québec
  Informs and advocates on all aspects of polio, including prevention.

return

Prader-Willi Syndrome

• Ontario Prader-Willi Syndrome Association
  Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals with Prader-Willi Syndrome.

return

Recreation

• Canadian Wheelchair Sports Association (CWSA)
  Check out this site to stay in touch with wheelchair sports across the country. Included on the site are updates on upcoming sporting events, information about the Paralympics, announcements and sport links. This site will also link you to the official sites for 20 different national sports, ranging from judo to table tennis.
• Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disability
  The active living website represents an approach to physical activity supported by a growing number of local, regional and national organizations.
• Alberta Amputee Sport and Recreating Association
  The AASRA exists to support and provide opportunity for amputees in recreation and sporting activities in both disabled and able bodied events.
• Aurora Highview Community Millennium Project
  This is the website of a project to create a uniquely designed, barrier-free public play structure that serves York Region (Ontario) and beyond, providing challenging play opportunities for all children, including those with special needs.
• Calgary PowerHockey
  The PowerHockey league's mission statement is to provide an adaptive hockey program for all persons who require the use of an electric wheelchair for daily mobility.
• Canadian Powerlifting Union
  The CPU is the Canadian affiliate of the International Powerlifting Federation; the website provides up-to-date information on powerlifting for people with and without disabilities.
• Defi Sportif
  The site is only accessible in FRENCH and promotes accessibility to leisure activities for people of all ages with five types of disabilities: hearing, intellectual, physical, mental health and visual.
• The Disabled Sailing Association of BC
  The Disabled Sailing Association of BC provides people with disabilities the opportunity to leave their restrictions behind and become active participants in an exciting outdoor sport.
• Canadian Wheelchair Basketball Association
  The CWBA is in the business of promoting excellence and developing opportunities for Canadians in the game of wheelchair basketball.
• Ontario Prader-Willi Association
  Supports and provides awareness about Prader-Willi syndrome

return

Seniors

• Peace of Mind - Caring for Seniors at Home
  This site is intended to provide a list of available resources in BC's Lower Mainland to help others while coping with long term illness.

return

Sign Language

• Association of Visual Language Interpreters
  The Association of Visual Language Interpreters of Canada is a national professional association which represents its membership and advances the profession by promoting high standards within the profession. The association works in ASL and Québec Sign Language.

return

Speech and Language Disabilities

• Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
  CASLPA is the single national body that supports the needs, interests and development of speech-language pathologists and audiologists across Canada.

return

Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus

• Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of Nova Scotia
  There is a list of links to some other Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Associations' sites housed on this site, and a list of links to sites with information about Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus, Chairi Malformation, and Tethered Spinal Cord. SBA is a non-profit, charitable organization. The Primary purpose of the Association is to enhance the quality of life for all individuals born with Spina Bifida and/or hydrocephalus, and that of their families.

return

Stutter

• Canadian Association for People who Stutter
  General resources and information for people who stutter. There are excellent Canadian and international links.

return

Tourette Syndrome

• Life's a Twitch
  A website based on the work of B. Duncan McKinlay, Ph.D. in the area of Tourette Syndrome and associated disorders.

return

Transportation

• Accessible Transportation Directorate
  Acts to achieve accessible transportation, offering help to both the transportation industry and travellers with disabilities.
• Transportation Action Now
  Transportation Action Now Inc. is an independent, non-profit organization. Through education and advocacy, we promote accessible transportation for all people in Ontario.

return

Travel

• Access to Travel
  This Government of Canada website provides information on accessible transportation and travel across Canada with the aim of making travel easy and enjoyable.
• Accessible Niagara
  A website all about accessible places for people with disabilities in the Niagara Peninsula.
• Disability Travel Experts
  We specialize in providing travel for people with disabilities.
• Exchanges Canada
  This initiative creates opportunities for young Canadians to learn more about their country, connect with one another and experience the diversity of Canadian communities, languages and cultures. Exchanges Canada also provides access to information on all types of exchange programs and activities available in Canada and abroad.

return

Government

• Family and Special Purpose Housing
  Information about the following provincial family and special purpose housing programs: Community Housing Program - Rural Emergency Home Program - Rent Supplement Program - Special Purpose Housing Program - Home Adaptation Program - Private Non-Profit Housing Program - Rural and Native Housing Program (Rental) - Housing Registry for Family and Special Purpose Housing.
• Home Adaptation Program
  Home Adaptation Program grants are available to home owners and tenants who are, or have, a wheelchair user or a person residing in their home with severe mobility disability who will eventually require the use of a wheelchair.
• Housing Registry for Family and Special Purpose
  Alberta Seniors provides grants to housing registries which enables them to find appropriate housing for households with housing problems and to document information on household problems.
• Private Non-Profit Housing Program
  This program allows private non-profit organizations to own social housing projects which are directed at serving households in greatest need.
• Rent Supplement Program
  The Rent Supplement Program provides assistance to households in need to obtain affordable and suitable rental accommodation by subsidizing rents in eligible private sector rental projects.
• Rural Emergency Home Program
  Manufactured homes may be provided to eligible households who reside in rural and remote or isolated communities, who require short-term accommodation and whose homes have been destroyed by fire, flood, or if there is overcrowding, or unsafe living conditions.
• Rural and Native Housing Program (Rental)
  Provides modest rental accommodation to low income families - including families with disabled members - in small rural communities.
• Special Purpose Housing Program
  This program provides mortgage subsidy financing to enable non-profit organizations to develop and manage emergency or transitional residential facilities providing care to people with physical, mental or behavioural conditions.
• Handicapped Parking Placard
  If you cannot walk 50 meters you can request a handicapped placard or a disabled license plate. This service is provided through a Registry Agent (see page 72 of this PDF publication for Registry Agent listing information). To apply, you will need a completed placard application form and two pieces of identification. You can obtain a placard application from a Registry Agent.
• New Parking Placards for Persons with Disabilities Policy
  The parking placard policy's fundamental principle is the right of all people to have access to the community. For some individuals, designated parking is the only way to gain this access.
• Special Transportation Help
  If you cannot use the regular public transportation system because you are elderly or handicapped, some help may be available in the municipality in which you live. For more information contact your local information centre (see page 72 of this PDF publication) or the Family and Community Support Services office listed in your local telephone directory.
• Full Citizenship: A Manitoba Strategy on Disability
  This report responds to recommendations from the disabilities community in the areas of access to government, employment, disability supports, services to Aboriginal persons with disabilities and income supports. It further proposes measures to enhance government accountability for access and inclusion of persons with disabilities.
• Access Bulletin No. 1.1 Access Rights
  Discrimination under the Manitoba Human Rights Code can include failing to make buildings and facilities accessible unless to do so would result in undue hardship for the parties providing the access. The Human Rights Code applies to both new and existing buildings. It has paramount status over all laws of Manitoba, so meeting Building Code requirements is not enough if the result still, etc.
• Access Bulletin No. 1.2 One-steps
  Entry to ground-level stores, restaurants and other businesses is often blocked to wheelchair users by a one or two step rise at the building entrance. These rises can also create hazards for others, including persons who are blind. Such barriers to access can result in complaints under the Manitoba Human Rights Code even where Building Code requirements have been met.
• Access Bulletin No. 1.3 Ramps/Elevators/Lifts
  Barriers to access can result in complaints under the Manitoba Human Rights Code even where Building Code requirements have been met. Discrimination under The Human Rights Code can include failing to make buildings and facilities accessible unless undue hardship would result.
• Handicap Access Guide (DLA)
  Contact and program information for the Manitoba Parking Permit Program and the Access Guides for the cities of Brandon and Winnipeg.
• Atlantic Provinces Special Education Authority (APSEA) NB
  Interprovincial cooperative agency established in 1975 by joint agreement among the Ministers of Education of New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island to assist school districts in the provision of adaptations required by students up to 21 years of age, who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind or visually impaired.
• Interpreter Services for the Deaf
  The mandate of the Department of Health and Wellness is to increase accessibility by providing critical interpreter services in a limited number of defined settings when services are not available through other departments or the natural support system is unavailable or inadequate. Interpreter services are short term and limited to medical appointments, counselling, court preparation, etc.
• Parking Placard
  The New Brunswick Motor Vehicle Act prohibits the use of parking spaces reserved for persons with mobility impairments unless the appropriate identification is displayed inside or on the vehicle.
• Services for Hearing Impaired Students (APSEA) NB
  APSEA supports the philosophy of the inclusion of students who are deaf or hard of hearing with their peers in their community schools. School districts are recognized as having responsibility for the education of all school age children. On this page, you will find information on: Referral for Services; Programs and Services; Assessment Services; Preschool Services; Transition Services;
• Services for Students who are Visually Impaired (APSEA) NB
  Information on referral and assessment services as well as other services available to hearing impaired children of school and pre-school age - also includes information on how to request services

return