@InclusionCA

The national federation working to advance the full inclusion & human rights of people with an intellectual disability and their families.

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Clear your calendar. Gather your people. Tell your colleagues. Get your community involved. Register HERE: inclusioncanada.ca/2026-fund… Because this isn’t just another fundraiser. It’s a national movement. And for the first time ever, we’re taking it coast to coast. Four regional broadcasts. One shared vision. A Canada where everyone belongs. With 400+ participants joining us each year, this is our opportunity to turn stories into action, conversations into change, and generosity into greater opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities. Consider this your formal invitation. This November, let’s recognize the potential in every person, and build a Canada where everyone belongs.
Inclusion Canada announcement: regional broadcasts Nov 23–26 sharing inspiring stories and powerful voices to promote belonging for people with intellectual disabilities, with a QR code to register and a schedule of regional dates and times.

ALT Inclusion Canada announcement: regional broadcasts Nov 23–26 sharing inspiring stories and powerful voices to promote belonging for people with intellectual disabilities, with a QR code to register and a schedule of regional dates and times.

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Remembering Tracy Latimer: Every life has equal worth Today we remember and honour the life Tracy Latimer who died 33 years ago today. All these years later, we must continue to confront the terrible message that some lives are less valuable because a person has a disability or requires support. Inclusion Canada CEO Krista Carr says "Tracy's story is a solemn reminder of why we must remain vigilant, courageous and unwavering in defending the inherent value, worth and rights of people with intellectual disabilities." You can read Krista's full commentary here on our blog. We encourage you to share it this weekend in your networks: inclusioncanada.ca/post/reme… (Photo credit: Torstar)
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40 years ago today, the Supreme Court of Canada made a groundbreaking ruling that stopped people from forcing adults with intellectual disabilities to be sterilized. The court matter is known as the “Eve” case. A mother on Prince Edward Island went to court to get permission to have her 24-year-old daughter, "Eve," sterilized. Eve had an intellectual disability. The mother was worried that Eve might get pregnant and that she would not be able to care for a baby. The Supreme Court of Canada ultimately ruled that the answer was no. That unless a medical operation is necessary to save a person's life or treat a serious illness, no one else—not even a parent or a judge—has the right to take away a person's ability to have children without their consent. The unanimous ruling proved that people with intellectual disabilities have the exact same right to control their own bodies as everyone else. It was a massive victory for self advocates and disability rights groups. We thank Dulcie McCallum for sharing her reflections with us on this case. Dulcie is a prominent human rights lawyer, author, and fierce advocate for the equality and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities. McCallum served as Ombudsperson for the Province of British Columbia, Special Advisor to Canada's Delegation to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and former Information and Privacy Commissioner for Nova Scotia. Read the blog here: buff.ly/4UWUMCw
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Thank you @SenatorSalma for making the time to meet with us and @BCANDS1 about concerns with Canada's assisted suicide regime. #MAID
Senator Salma Ataullahjan
@SenatorSalmaOct 21
Met with Krista Carr of Inclusion Canada @InclusionCA and Neil Belanger of Indigenous Disability Canada @BCANDS1 to discuss advanced directives and the risks of expanding medical assistance in dying #MAID to people whose sole underlying medical condition is a mental illness. As the government prepares its next steps this fall, these concerns deserve careful attention.
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Ready Willing and Able has supported more than 500 people with an intellectual disability or autism to pursue post-secondary education or training as a career milestone. In recognition of Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM), RWA will be joined by Professor Laverne Jacobs, Inclusion New Brunswick, and current students to discuss key learnings from the RWA experience. They Learned. So Did We. will highlight the benefits of supporting students both inside and outside the classroom. Save your spot here > us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
Promotional banner for a free webinar "They Learned. So Did We." about supporting post‑secondary student success, hosted by Ready, Willing & Able with partner logos; Friday Oct 30, 2026, 12:00–1:00 PM ET — register at bit.ly/theylearnedRWA

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How did Canada's MAiD law evolve and why does it matter beyond Canada's borders? This blog explores the expansion of Canada's MAiD legislation, the concerns raised by disability advocates, and the importance of ensuring people with disabilities have access to the supports they need. Read the full blog here: inclusion-international.org/…

When Disability Becomes a Reason to Die: Lessons from Canada’s MAID Law - Inclusion International

On 1 October 2026, Inclusion International and Inclusion Canada hosted “When Disability Becomes a Reason to Die: Lessons from Canada’s MAID Law”, a closed webinar for self-advocates, families and...

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Ramona Coelho: Ottawa keeps mucking up MAID

While it’s a relief that government will no longer approve MAID for mental illness, it is unconscionable that they will add advance requests

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Today is the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. Poverty and disability are deeply connected. Across Canada, many people with disabilities continue to face poverty due to systemic barriers in employment, income supports, and social systems. Ending poverty requires policies that recognize these realities and ensure people with disabilities have the income and supports they need to live with dignity. Today we reflect on the work still needed to build a more equitable Canada. No one with disability living in Canada should have to live in poverty. We continue to advocate for a properly funded Canada Disability Benefit that does what it was designed to do - bring people with disabilities out of poverty.
National Day for the Eradication of Poverty graphic featuring a quote from UN Secretary‑General António Guterres urging mobilization of political will and investments to ensure everyone has a safe home and the opportunity to build a dignified, poverty‑free life.

ALT National Day for the Eradication of Poverty graphic featuring a quote from UN Secretary‑General António Guterres urging mobilization of political will and investments to ensure everyone has a safe home and the opportunity to build a dignified, poverty‑free life.

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Following last week's federal MAiD announcement, Inclusion Canada's CEO, Krista Carr, spoke with CTV News about two key developments: the permanent exclusion of mental illness as a sole underlying condition for MAiD, and the proposed legislation on advance requests. Watch the news segment here: buff.ly/JDXsUGe
Breaking news headline reads "CANADA NOT EXPANDING MAID FOR MENTAL ILLNESS" on a split-screen TV interview showing a red‑clad news anchor on the left and Krista Carr, Inclusion Canada CEO with blonde hair, glasses and a black sweater speaking remotely on the right.

ALT Breaking news headline reads "CANADA NOT EXPANDING MAID FOR MENTAL ILLNESS" on a split-screen TV interview showing a red‑clad news anchor on the left and Krista Carr, Inclusion Canada CEO with blonde hair, glasses and a black sweater speaking remotely on the right.

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Join Ready, Willing and Able for They Learned. So Did We.: Lessons in Supporting Post-Secondary Student Success, a DEAM webinar exploring key learnings from RWA’s experience supporting more than 500 people to pursue post-secondary education or training as a career milestone. Hear from Laverne Jacobs, Frank Fagan, Alicia Wilson, and Alyssa Rideout as they discuss the post-secondary support landscape, holistic supports, strategies for overcoming challenges, and the impact of support that works. When: October 30, 2026 | 12:00 p.m. ET Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi… Please note: The live webinar will be presented in English with ASL interpretation. French captions will be added to the recording following the event.
Free webinar: Ready, Willing & Able presents "They Learned. So Did We. — Lessons in Supporting Post‑Secondary Student Success" on Friday, October 30, 2026, 12:00–1:00 PM ET; register at bit.ly/theylearnedRWA.

ALT Free webinar: Ready, Willing & Able presents "They Learned. So Did We. — Lessons in Supporting Post‑Secondary Student Success" on Friday, October 30, 2026, 12:00–1:00 PM ET; register at bit.ly/theylearnedRWA.

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Inclusion Canada retweeted
Heather Scoffield@hscoffieldOct 7
Where the Disability Tax Credit process falls apart. New numbers and modelling from the Canadian Tax Observatory #cdnpoli #cdnecon linkedin.com/pulse/where-dis… via @LinkedIn

Where the Disability Tax Credit process falls apart

A snapshot of new research: Pinpointing Barriers. Improving Access.

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We're excited to share Inclusion Canada's 2025-2026 impact report. The report uses quotes, numbers, and stories to show the impact of our work over the past year. This impact is possible because of the support of people like you. Thank you for being part of the movement for inclusion. Read it here > inclusioncanada.ca/impact-re…
Cover for Inclusion Canada’s 2025–2026 Impact Report showing a diverse small group around a table as a man speaks with his hand on his chest, laptops and notebooks visible, the Inclusion Canada logo at top right, and large title "Impact Report 2025–2026" below.

ALT Cover for Inclusion Canada’s 2025–2026 Impact Report showing a diverse small group around a table as a man speaks with his hand on his chest, laptops and notebooks visible, the Inclusion Canada logo at top right, and large title "Impact Report 2025–2026" below.

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Inclusion Canada welcomes today’s announcement by Canada's Justice Minister @SeanFraserMP that medical assistance in dying (MAiD) will stay closed indefinitely to people whose sole underlying medical condition is a mental illness. However, we strongly oppose the government’s plan to also permit advance requests, which would allow MAiD to be given to someone who cannot consent at the time. For more information, here is a link to our media release. inclusioncanada.ca/post/medi…

Media release: Inclusion Canada welcomes decision not to expand MAiD for mental illness, urges...

OTTAWA, ON, October 7, 2026 - Inclusion Canada welcomes today’s announcement by Justice Minister Sean Fraser that medical assistance in dying (MAiD) will stay closed indefinitely to people whose sole...

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VOTE COMING UP: Protect people’s lives If Parliament doesn’t act before March 2027, Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) will become available to people whose sole underlying condition is a mental illness. Contact your MP today and ask them to take action: 1️⃣ Ask your MP to vote YES on Bill C-218 — the Right to Recover Act. The bill is expected to come to a vote on October 7. Ask your MP to support Bill C-218 and send it to committee so Parliament can move forward with permanently stopping the expansion of MAiD to people whose sole underlying condition is a mental illness. 2️⃣ Ask your MP to contact Justice Minister Fraser and urge the government to introduce legislation implementing the June 2026 recommendation of the Special Joint Committee on Medical Assistance in Dying. Inclusion Canada testified before the Special Joint Committee last April. We have also joined more than 90 disability and mental health organizations in calling on the Prime Minister and Parliamentarians to prevent the expansion of MAiD to people whose sole underlying condition is a mental illness. Focusing on robust health and social resources ensures that individuals receive the care they need during difficult times. How you can help right now: 📍 Find your MP using the Our Commons Member of Parliament Finder > ourcommons.ca/members/en 📞 Call or 📧 email their office today. ✅ Ask them to vote YES on Bill C-218 on October 7 and support legislation to stop the expansion of MAiD for mental illness. Inclusion Canada is part of a coalition of national disability organizations actively pushing Parliament to repeal Track 2 entirely because it violates the rights of people with disabilities.
Headline "PROTECT PEOPLE'S LIVES" over a stormy sky beside Canada's Parliament Peace Tower, calling on viewers to ask MPs to vote YES on Bill C‑218 and to urge the Justice Minister to table government legislation.

ALT Headline "PROTECT PEOPLE'S LIVES" over a stormy sky beside Canada's Parliament Peace Tower, calling on viewers to ask MPs to vote YES on Bill C‑218 and to urge the Justice Minister to table government legislation.

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Clear your calendar. Gather your people. Tell your colleagues. Get your community involved. Because this isn’t just another fundraiser. It’s a national movement. And for the first time ever, we’re taking it coast to coast. Register HERE: inclusioncanada.ca/2026-fund… Four regional broadcasts. One shared vision. A Canada where everyone belongs. With 400+ participants joining us each year, this is our opportunity to turn stories into action, conversations into change, and generosity into greater opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities. Consider this your formal invitation. This November, let’s recognize the potential in every person, and build a Canada where everyone belongs.
A smiling family with parents lifting two toddlers while an older child laughs outdoors, overlaid with fundraiser text: "National Fundraising Event — Registration Now Open — Save Your Spot" and the slogan "Dream. Believe. Belong." plus the Inclusion Canada logo.

ALT A smiling family with parents lifting two toddlers while an older child laughs outdoors, overlaid with fundraiser text: "National Fundraising Event — Registration Now Open — Save Your Spot" and the slogan "Dream. Believe. Belong." plus the Inclusion Canada logo.

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A great way to be current with activities and upcoming events is subscribing to our monthly newsletter. Inclusion Matters helps you keep informed about topics of interest, news updates, forums and other helpful resources. We pack in a lot of valuable content in there and appreciate all our subscribers. Don’t miss anything and stay updated about our national movement! To subscribe, visit here conta.cc/40kTIyR To see previous copies visit here: inclusioncanada.ca/newslette…
Newsletter header "Inclusion Matters — September 2026" about Inclusive Education, featuring a screenshot of Inclusion Canada CEO Krista Carr speaking on CBC about school exclusions and announcing the National Exclusion Tracker survey and upcoming report.

ALT Newsletter header "Inclusion Matters — September 2026" about Inclusive Education, featuring a screenshot of Inclusion Canada CEO Krista Carr speaking on CBC about school exclusions and announcing the National Exclusion Tracker survey and upcoming report.

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Inclusion Canada retweeted
Inclusion Alberta@InclusionABSep 28
Families interested in pursuing an inclusive education are invited to join us for a free virtual workshop on Oct. 20th. "Inclusive Education 101: Building belonging through collaboration". To learn more and register visit: inclusionalberta.org/event/i…
INCLUSIVE EDUCATION 101. October 20, 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm virtual/zoom | free. learn to: work collaboratively, navigate common challenges, advocate for inclusion. register at inclusionalberta.org. Inclusion Alberta

ALT INCLUSIVE EDUCATION 101. October 20, 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm virtual/zoom | free. learn to: work collaboratively, navigate common challenges, advocate for inclusion. register at inclusionalberta.org. Inclusion Alberta

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October recognizes both 2SLGBTQIA+ History Month and Women’s History Month. Throughout our communities and across the inclusion movement, women and 2SLGBTQIA+ people have helped shape progress toward equality, accessibility, human rights, and belonging. Many people in the disability community live at these intersections, bringing diverse experiences, perspectives, and forms of leadership that strengthen our movement. This month, we celebrate the contributions, leadership, and achievements of women and 2SLGBTQIA+ people, and the important role they continue to play in building more inclusive communities for everyone.
A colourful Venn diagram linking Women's History Month and 2SLGBTQIA+ History Month with the overlap reading "Stronger together for a more inclusive Canada," and headline "Celebrating the voices that shape inclusion," highlighting equality, accessibility, human rights, leadership, and belonging.

ALT A colourful Venn diagram linking Women's History Month and 2SLGBTQIA+ History Month with the overlap reading "Stronger together for a more inclusive Canada," and headline "Celebrating the voices that shape inclusion," highlighting equality, accessibility, human rights, leadership, and belonging.

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Today we honour survivors of residential schools and recognize the strength and resilience of Indigenous communities. The legacy of residential schools continues to impact Indigenous communities today, including Indigenous people with disabilities and their families. Truth and reconciliation require more than remembrance - they require listening, learning, and supporting Indigenous leadership in building stronger communities. We encourage our community to take time today to learn from Indigenous voices and reflect on how each of us can contribute to reconciliation.
Empty classroom with wooden chairs. Overlay text reads "We listen. We learn. We act." and a banner states "Truth and reconciliation require more than remembrance." Inclusion Canada logo in the corner.

ALT Empty classroom with wooden chairs. Overlay text reads "We listen. We learn. We act." and a banner states "Truth and reconciliation require more than remembrance." Inclusion Canada logo in the corner.

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