Don't forget to file your taxes!

March 19, 2025 by DABC

The tax filing deadline for individuals for the 2024 tax year is April 30th, 2025. Self-employed? File your self-employment taxes by June 15th, 2025.

People with disabilities living on low incomes who need support with tax filing or gathering the documents necessary for tax filing can contact our Tax AID team at taxaid@dabc.ca or 236-477-1717. You can also book an appointment online here: https://taxaid.janeapp.com/.

Statement on the Passing of Ellen Cohen

March 19, 2025 by DABC

DABC is saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Ellen Cohen, lifelong advocate for people with disabilities. Ellen passed away in Geneva, Switzerland, where she was part of the Canadian delegation of disability rights and civil society organizations participating in the United Nations review of Canada’s implementation of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD).

The Canadian Civil Society UN CRPD Delegation has issued a statement on her passing: http://www.ccdonline.ca/en/socialpolicy/access-inclusion/Ellen-Cohen-17May2025

DABC’s Salina Dewar has issued the following statement:

“Last week, I had the pleasure of speaking with Ellen Cohen, a lifelong disability Rights advocate in Ontario and nationally, when we had the chance to attend and participate in the UN’s evaluation of Canada’s performance of its obligations under the CRPD. It was immediately clear that Ellen was a strong and knowledgeable advocate. It was also clear that she had a keen sense of humour and an incredibly giving heart. I am saddened by Ellen’s passing at the end of our time in Geneva. I am also immensely grateful for the chance to have crossed paths with her and learn even a little about her work, and her dedication.”

– Salina M. Dewar, Legal Advocate, Disability Alliance BC

Minister seeks to fill 2 vacancies on the Provincial Accessibility Committee

March 19, 2025 by DABC

The Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction is looking to fill two vacancies on the Provincial Accessibility Committee (PAC). The role of the PAC is to give advice on accessibility to government.

Recruitment is now open and you can find comprehensive details about the role in the Notice of Position. The application deadline is Monday, April 21, 2025. The Minister is also looking to build an eligibility list for future vacancies on the committee.