Canadians with disabilities are living in poverty

 By Krista Carr Twenty-two per cent of people in Canada over the age of 15 have a disability. They are your friends, neighbours, family members and coworkers — and almost a quarter of them are living in poverty. People you know and love can’t afford to pay their rent, put

Roll the vote: A PWD’s guide to voting

 As you’re probably aware, Election Day is fast approaching whether we like it or not. To be honest, I’m not one to openly discuss my political opinions. In my experience, it has started many arguments and even had friendships end. With that in mind, though, I did watch the English

Persons with disabilities need accommodations and supports, not medically assisted death

 By Robin Acton As the mother of a young woman with an intellectual disability and the wife of someone with a significant physical disability, I know full well the value and meaning of their lives. Their lives, like my own, are defined by who they are, who they love, their