Federal government announces COVID-19 support for DTC-eligible people with disabilities
The federal government has announced a tax-free one time COVID-19 benefit of up to $600 for people who were eligible for the Disability Tax Credit as of June 1.
The federal government has announced a tax-free one time COVID-19 benefit of up to $600 for people who were eligible for the Disability Tax Credit as of June 1.
Kicking off AccessAbility Week, Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction Shane Simpson announced last week that the provincial government will, for the third year in a row, provide funding to community projects that improve accessibility and inclusion. The grants will be disbursed by Disability Alliance BC.
From the Province’s news release:
“Disability Alliance BC is thrilled to be distributing another round of grants to community organizations across B.C. to promote accessibility and inclusion in the province,” said Justina Loh, executive director of DABC. “In the past two years, we have seen some very innovative and creative projects come to life, and we have seen the number of people impacted by these community projects. We look forward to supporting more organizations across the province and hope that new organizations apply for funding this year.”
The following is taken from Plan Institute’s blog:
We are looking for a Disability Planning Helpline RDSP Advisor to join our team!
This position will support individuals with disabilities, families, and professionals requesting assistance on the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) through our Disability Planning Helpline. You will join a team of like-minded Helpline Advisors who support individuals across Canada with questions about the RDSP, the Disability Tax Credit, estate planning, advocacy approaches, government benefit programs, social network building, and more. Our Helpline Advisors bring a wealth of professional experience and lived experience, having lived with or supported family members who have a disability.
We are seeking an additional advisor who will support individuals in queries on the RDSP and related services primarily via the phone or email. Our Helpline provides individuals with a call-back service, allowing us to understand their case fully, triage as appropriate, and provide individuals with the right advice at a convenient time. Whilst call volumes can fluctuate, Plan Institute directly manages incoming queries, ensuring the appropriate Helpline Advisor can provide support.
To learn more about this position and to apply, click here.
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DABC will be closed on Tuesday, September 30th, in recognition of The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, which, since 2021, has honoured the Indigenous
Since 1977, Disability Alliance BC has been a provincial, cross-disability voice in British Columbia. Our mission is to promote a more inclusive and equitable society for people with all disabilities through direct services, community partnerships, systemic advocacy, research, and publications.
We acknowledge and have deep gratitude to work together on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Selíl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations of the Coast Salish people. We honour the many territorial keepers of the lands.
DABC is a proud member of the Council of Canadians with Disabilities (CCD)and BC Poverty Reduction Coalition.
DABC is proud to be certified as a Living Wage Employer by Living Wage for Families BC! We are glad to be able to support our staff to feel valued in their roles and provide them with the opportunity to thrive in their communities.
