The Action Plan’s key components are both visionary and pragmatic, addressing immediate needs while laying the groundwork for sustainable progress.
On October 7, 2022, the Government of Canada unveiled a landmark blueprint for change: The Disability Inclusion Action Plan. This comprehensive strategy promises to significantly enhance the lives of persons with disabilities across the nation, marking a historic commitment to fostering a truly inclusive society.
The Action Plan’s key components are both visionary and pragmatic, addressing immediate needs while laying the groundwork for sustainable progress. Here’s what it encompasses:
🔹️ The introduction of the Canada Disability Benefit — a major step towards financial security for persons with disabilities.
🔹️ A robust employment strategy that seeks not just to create jobs but to ensure meaningful and inclusive employment opportunities.
🔹️ Streamlining the eligibility process for disability programs, removing unnecessary barriers to support.
🔹️ Establishing rigorous accessibility standards, ensuring that the environment we live in is conducive to all.
🔹️ Implementing a disability data strategy, to better understand needs and track progress with precision.
The Action Plan isn’t just a set of objectives; it’s a call to action for all sectors to collaborate — from businesses and community organizations to individuals. The future actions are just as critical, with ongoing programs, policies, and investments that will continuously elevate the inclusivity of our national fabric.
Brematson is particularly excited about the transformative potential of the Canada Disability Benefit and the emphasis on an employment strategy that appreciates the unique talents and perspectives of individuals with disabilities. Please see our previous post on the Canada Disability Benefit.
Join us in embracing this Action Plan, in recognizing its potential, and in contributing to its success. Together, we can ensure that the promise of today translates into the progress of tomorrow for persons with disabilities in Canada.