News by subject: DIS

George Brown College researchers have conducted a groundbreaking survey, engaging over 900 workers with disabilities across Canada, to delve into the challenges, perspectives, and firsthand experiences of individuals confronting the complexities of...

Easterseals South Florida (ESSF) is proud to announce that Matthew Roth, President of Solstice Point Partners, LLC has been appointed as Board Chair. "My journey at Easterseals South Florida began with a personal connection and commitment to...

Vantage Foundation is proud to announce its strategic partnership with The IREDE Foundation, a non-profit organisation committed to empowering children between the ages of 0 - 18 living with limb loss in Nigeria to live self-sufficient lives by...

Today, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, announced funding of approximately $13.5 million to support a new application intake under the Youth Employment and Skills Program (YESP). The initiative will provide...

Paralyzed Veterans of America today announced that award-winning sports journalist Hannah Storm will serve as event emcee for PVA's Igniting Change Gala on April 12 at MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hills, Maryland....

BTI Brand Innovations Inc. (BTI) is a marketing and sales agency that believes in giving forward by sharing our time, expertise, and heart towards championing causes that impact a better future. One such initiative is the VOICE Grant Program, which...

Veteran Benefits Guide (VBG), which helps guide Veterans across the U.S. to navigate the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) disability compensation benefits process, today announced the...

The "Disabled and Elderly Assistive Technology - Global Strategic Business Report" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. Global Disabled and Elderly Assistive Technology Market to Reach $41.7 Billion by 2030The global market...

Alithya Group Inc. ("Alithya") proudly joined Les Petits Rois Foundation for the inaugural opening of a new SMART house in Montreal that will serve as a residence for young adults with special needs. In collaboration with specialists in education...

The Government of Canada, the Government of Quebec, the City of Montréal and the Fondation Les Petits Rois have unveiled Smart Home, a unique residence in Montréal for young adults with an intellectual disability with or without an autism spectrum...

CiaoFlorence Tours & Travels is a leading Italian tour operator specialized in organizing group and private excursions from all the main Italian cities. Aiming at making traveling inclusive and accessible to everyone, breaking down the...

The Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence (CCCE), Community Living Toronto, Reena, and Safehaven today announced a new partnership to identify caregivers of people with complex needs for Destination Toronto's Relax, Recharge, Renew program, a...

Apex Social Group, the leading provider of care and support services for families with children of all abilities, recently concluded a highly successful three-day Leadership Retreat in Atlanta. The event, held from January 24th to 26th, brought...

Accessibility is a key component of communities that thrive and an economy that grows. Since the significant milestone of passing the Accessible Canada Act, the Government of Canada has been fully engaged in creating a barrier-free country and...

Today, Fun4theDisabled launched an all new video series, Accessible Chicago, aimed at showcasing the city's top attractions for people with disabilities.   "Chicago is an exciting, dynamic city to explore, and...

Abilis, the nonprofit organization providing services and support to more than 800 individuals with disabilities and their families, is thrilled to announce a $3.78 million grant from the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation. The grant will support...

Synergies Work, a nonprofit supporting entrepreneurs with disabilities, announced today its affiliation with Synergies SEED Fund, a new 501(c)(3) community development financial institution (CDFI) offering loans to disability-led businesses....

The LEGO Group, a global leader in the toy industry, takes the spotlight in the 2024 State of Accessible Marketing (SOAM) Report, an annual publication by dozanü innovations. The brand's groundbreaking LEGO Friends Universe campaign, featuring a...

The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian) announced today it was named to Forbes' list of "America's Best Large Employers" for the third year in a row....

In a move to further streamline the process of making e-commerce sites more accessible for people with disabilities, accessiBe has announced the release of its accessibility app, available to purchase for merchants via Shopify, one of the world's...

As part of a move toward person-centered models of care, Colorado Access is partnering with the Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition (CCDC), a Colorado organization that works to keep state and local laws and policies in line with the needs of...

Today, Century 21 Real Estate LLC announced that in 2023 the CENTURY 21® System raised more than $3 million for Easterseals, one of America's largest nonprofit healthcare organizations that for more than 100 years has worked tirelessly with its...

Tim Hortons is proud to announce that a record-breaking $884,000 was raised through the sale of Special Olympics Donuts this year, with 100 per cent of proceeds being donated to Special Olympics Canada. The funds raised will support athletes...

Paralyzed Veterans of America released the following statement today from PVA Chief Policy Officer Heather Ansley in response to today's markup of S. 1939, the "FAA Reauthorization Act of 2023," by the Senate Commerce Committee....

For the first time in its over 50-year history, Special Olympics has created a video nutrition campaign for Special Olympics athletes, led by Special Olympics athletes. The campaign features Denver Broncos Linebacker Alex Singleton and five Special...

Easterseals announced today that it has received a philanthropic investment of $200,000 from JPMorgan Chase to pilot financial literacy education at ten Easterseals Affiliates across the country which offer workforce programs to job seekers with...

Note: All times local National Capital Region, Canada 10:00 a.m. The Prime Minister will attend the National Caucus meeting. 2:00 p.m. The Prime Minister will attend Question Period. 7:40 p.m. The Prime Minister will attend and deliver remarks at a...

WHAT: On Tuesday, February 13, Brian Lam, Northeast Regional Vice President of Lithia and DCH Audi Millburn, will formally dedicate the street in the LifeTown Shoppes and present a grant to expand and enhance the auto and pedestrian safety lessons...

Yamaha Corporation is pleased to announce that the movie and special website of an unprecedented piano concert was opened to the public from February 7. Held at Suntory Hall in Tokyo on December 21, 2023, "THE JOYFUL PIANO" was an exceptional concert...

Joshin, a leading provider of disability and neurodivergent support services, today announced a partnership with Hearst to launch a groundbreaking program aimed at providing comprehensive support to employees, employee caregivers, managers and allies...

Accessibility Standards Canada is proud to announce that the organization has been named, for the first time, one of the National Capital Region's Top Employers. This recognition is a testament to its commitment to continuously improving as an...

Sorenson, the leading provider of inclusive communication services for Deaf, DeafBlind, and hard-of-hearing communities around the world, today launched Sorenson Express, integrations for Microsoft Teams and Zoom Video Communications, Inc.  Sorenson...

HERALBONY Co., Ltd., a Japan-based experimental welfare company, is thrilled to announce the invitation of applicants for its newly established "HERALBONY Art Prize," an international art prize that aims to elevate the careers of artists with...

A consortium of Silicon Valley-based nonprofit organizations is excited to announce the launch of a groundbreaking Neurodiversity Speaker Series, beginning in February 2024. The new series will be presented by The Parent Venture, Children's Health...

For the past 11 years, Special Olympics has brought a unified presence of international celebrity supporters and Special Olympics athletes to Super Bowl Media Row. It is at Media Row that these athletes and supporters have an opportunity to share...

Mark your calendars for the 58th annual Variety Show of Hearts Telethon, an unforgettable afternoon of powerful stories of B.C. children, alongside appearances and performances from world-renowned talent. On Sunday, February 25, 2024 from 1:00 p.m....

Every Canadian deserves a real and fair chance at success. Reducing pay gaps and improving representation means knocking down the barriers that hold back marginalized communities in the workplace. In order to do this, we need to know where the gaps...

Renée Concialdi, a successful Right at Home franchisee, has built three powerful in-home care businesses in Pasadena, San Gabriel, and West Covina, California, and is celebrating her ninth anniversary with the company this year. Now, she will...

With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on Cision. To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a recap of some major stories...

The Tims Special Olympics Donut is a delicious chocolate cake ring donut with white fondant, coloured sprinkles and whipped topping. The multi-coloured design was inspired by the themes of diversity and inclusion that are central to the Special...

Sunflower Health Plan ("Sunflower"),  a managed care organization established to deliver quality healthcare in the state of Kansas and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Centene Corporation , and Centene Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Centene...

Red Roof®, an award-winning leader in the lodging industry, is once again partnering with Canine Companions® through its 'Room In Your HeartSM' (RIYH) purpose-driven program. Canine Companions is an organization that transforms the lives of people...

Pioneer Center for Human Services, a leading organization dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral health and homelessness needs, is proud to announce its collaboration with Viewpoint, the...

Canada's greatest resource is its people. Businesses and organizations benefit from having a diverse and inclusive workforce where all Canadians, including persons with disabilities, get the opportunity to put their talents to use and reach their...

On Friday, April 12, Paralyzed Veterans of America will host its Igniting Change Gala and present the Target Corporation with its 2024 Inclusivity Award. The award is bestowed to Target for its commitment to inclusivity. The retailer supports diverse...

Caravel Autism Health, a leader in the diagnosis and treatment of young children on the autism spectrum, is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, February 1 to celebrate the grand opening of a new, state-of-the-art autism therapy clinic for...

KPMG in Canada today released its inaugural multi-year Disability Inclusion Action Plan for People with Disabilities, reaffirming its commitment to advancing equity and fostering an inclusive culture. The Disability Inclusion Action Plan outlines...

Amidst the backdrop of a remarkable four-year streak of growth, the employment indicators for people with disabilities reached unprecedented milestones in 2023. This achievement stands in stark contrast to the experiences of people without...

In the wake of rising hate across the country, the Government of Canada remains committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive society while supporting the creation of resilient communities. That is why the Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of...

The San Diego-based Path-Now app is changing the way individuals within the intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) community access the important resources, services, and opportunities they need to live their best lives. With Path-Now every...