Government extends DTC application deadline for one-time federal COVID-19 payment
Great news! The deadline for people to apply for the Disability Tax Credit in order to be considered for the one-time federal COVID-19 benefit of up to $600 has been extended to December 31, 2020.
Those who have already been found eligible will still receive their one-time payment starting October 30, 2020.
If you require one-on-one assistance to apply for the Disability Tax Credit, please email rdsp@disabilityalliancebc.therightfitbc.org or call 604-872-1278.
More info: https://www.canada.ca/…/government-of-canada-extends…
Building Momentum for the Canada Disability Benefit - 4 Part Learning Series
A number of community groups and individuals have joined together to present a webinar series to help build momentum for the new proposed Canadian Disability Benefit.
Here are the session descriptions and registration links:
English: https://planinstitute.ca/learning-series-canadian…/
French: https://planinstitute.ca/donner-un-elan-a-la-prestation…/
You're invited to a TransLink focus group on Tactile Walking Surface Indicators (TWSI)
TransLink is hosting a virtual focus group to discuss Tactile Walking Surface indicators (TWSI) at bus stops across Metro Vancouver.
DABC will be attending a session on Wednesday October 28, 3:30pm-5pm. If you would like to participate, please email jloh@disabilityalliancebc.therightfitbc.org.
The virtual discussion will include a presentation on TWSI from Translink and the consultant team followed by a discussion with participants related to their experiences and thoughts on Tactile Walking Surface Indicators (TWSI). Presentation materials will be distributed ahead of time so that you will be able to acquaint yourself with the information.
