Challenges like applying for ODSP or proposing accommodations can be daunting on your own. Grow your community at DWP's next Town Hall on August 18, from 3–4 pm ET on Zoom, and exchange stories of disability poverty, connect, and explore collective action. Learn more: uoguel.ph/ettan #Disability

Does this image reassure you or worry you? It's for accessible boarding areas, but mobility-aid users know the hidden barriers behind that sign. Lack of true accessibility could mean losing a job or missing an appointment. Learn more about inaccessible transportation in Canada: uoguel.ph/tzbbq

'There has been a catastrophic and systemic failure at nearly every level and at nearly every step of this process,' says Ontario Regional Chief Abram Benedict.

Chiefs of Ontario backs calls for public inquiry into wildfire response

The Chiefs of Ontario is backing calls from First Nation leaders to have a public inquiry into the province's response to the wildfires.

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Here are 10 recently released or soon-to-be released YA books from Indigenous authors! You can discover more on the Indigenous Reads Rising website, where we provide online resources for teachers, librarians, and readers to learn more about Indigenous books 📖🧡 📚 indigenousreadsrisin...

The Toronto International Film Festival is bringing to life the story of one of history's most influential disability rights activists—Judy Heumann. Learn more about the new movie and our work with Judy on the @edid-ghdi.bsky.social partnership in our latest news post: uoguel.ph/heumann

Q: What occurs when education is commodified? A: The duty to weave learning with care falls to instructors. For International Day of Friendship we're sharing care-filled practices in academia. Amidst widespread division, care and friendship become points of hope. Read the blog: uoguel.ph/care-full

As Disability Pride Month ends, let's go one step further to consider the source of disability barriers. Ableism? Disablism? Some don't know the difference. But understanding whether discrimination is systemic or an inherent belief changes your response. More at livelihoods.ca #Disability

It’s still July, which means it’s still #DisabilityPrideMonth! 🖤❤️💛🤍💙💚 Did you know that each stripe on the Disability Pride Flag represents a different category/type of disability? We’ve compiled a short list of 36 books inspired by each color of the flag for your reading pleasure!

How can we look beyond policy reform to foster queer acceptance in Canada? @egalecanada.bsky.social released a study on how Canadians perceive 2SLGBTQI experiences of human rights, misinformation, healthcare, education, recreation, and belonging. Read it: uoguel.ph/egale 🔗 #lgbt #Inclusion

Fostering multicultural communities means developing culturally-inclusive housing! @toronto.ca announced their plan to build 294 rental homes in the Davisville neighbourhood of Toronto, with Indigenous culture and tradition at their centre. Learn more: uoguel.ph/gso9e #Indigenous #Diversity

Myth: Self-care is overrated. Reality: Self-care is a building block for sustainable livelihoods. For International Self-care Day consider what "small" care acts you can add to your routine to promote health and wellbeing. Learn about sustainable livelihoods: livelihoods.ca #SelfCare #Wellbeing

The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) is turning 20, and the OHCHR wants input on how human rights are reflected in legislation, policy, and institutional frameworks and their effects on persons with disabilities. Learn more: uoguel.ph/crpd20 #Policy #Disability

For Disability Pride Month we’re fighting isolation in the social sciences! Carly Morencie's blog shares her experiences as an autistic scholar and goals to create more inclusive spaces for neurodivergent people in academia. Read it: uoguel.ph/dpmonth 🔗 #Neurodivergent #Autistic #DisabilityPride

How can research at the margins of society help us respond to change? The LWWRC's 5 intersecting research clusters explore Indigenous Ways of Knowing, disability livelihoods, care ethics, gender and sexuality, and displaced communities. Connect with us: liveworkwell.ca #ResearchImpact #Diversity

The @cityofwaterloo.bsky.social has removed the barrier of disclosing disability in public spaces! Find their new Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program in all City facilities and the Waterloo Public Library. Read more: uoguel.ph/ts5gu 🔗 #SunflowerLanyard #Neurodivergent #Disability #Inclusion

Ottawa has launched a new youth-focused mobile crisis team that responds to youths experiencing psychosis, emotional or behavioural dysregulation, or suicidal thoughts. Learn how this service promotes sustainable livelihoods: uoguel.ph/o0mrq #LivelihoodsCanada #MentalHealth @sshrc-crsh.canada.ca

On #YouthSkillsDay let's celebrate the innovation and diverse knowledge young researchers bring to @edid-ghdi.bsky.social—a project aiming to better the lives of #diverse girls and women with #disabilities. Read about student research on the EDID-GHDI Blog: uoguel.ph/edid 🔗 @sshrc-crsh.canada.ca

What shapes our livelihoods decisions? For #NonbinaryPeoplesDay on June 14 we're highlighting the diverse experiences of non-binary people. Wren's Story takes place at the intersections of #disability, race, and gender. Read it: uoguel.ph/wren #Enby #LivelihoodsCanada #Gender #BeyondTheBinary

On July 12 for #WorldDayOfHope we interviewed Catherine Hall to highlight mobility aids and #accessible transportation! Daring to #hope and celebrate collective wins combats global division and fosters social equity. Read it: uoguel.ph/hope 🔗 @edid-ghdi.bsky.social #Disability #Accessibility

The next Disability Without Poverty Town Hall event is on July 22 from 12–1 pm ET! #Disabled people and their carers are invited to a gathering on Zoom to celebrate #DisabilityPrideMonth. Learn more and register on our Reimagining Livelihoods site: uoguel.ph/2zewt #Disability #Poverty

COVID-19 can feel like a painful memory, but many still feel the effects today. IN•GAUGE, a youth-focused research program, is conducting a study on the impact of COVID-19 on the mental health of Canadian youth. Canadian aged 15 to 25? Check out the article: uoguel.ph/youth #Covid19 #MentalHealth

Did the recent heatwave keep you indoors?🌡️ Kidstown Water Park is back to cool you off! Their recent renovations include new accessibility features and Indigenous-inspired art for the whole community to enjoy! Read more in our latest news post: uoguel.ph/park 🔗 #Indigenous #Culture #Accessibility

Learn about Indigenous history and culture at the Kidstown Water Park

On June 19, 2026, the City of Toronto celebrated the re-opening of L’Amoreaux Kidstown Water Park. First opened in 1988, the Scarborough-based park is a longstanding spot for kids and fam…

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Thrive this Disability Pride Month with some of our favourite apps for promoting accessibility and connection! Read "4 Apps for the Disabled Community" - liveworkwell.ca/4-apps-for-t... #AssistiveTech #Disability #Accessibility #DisabilityPrideMonth #Community @bemyeyes.bsky.social

4 Apps for the Disabled Community

The Live Work Well Research Centre prioritizes making content accessible on the web. But what do we think you should know about apps that are specifically designed for the disabled community? Below…

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On World Rural Development Day read our Shadow Report for United Nations CRPD. Researchers looked at how #Indigenous people with #disabilities, access housing, education, and clean water. This research helps ensure the wellbeing of ALL diverse #rural residents. Read the Report: uoguel.ph/rural 🔗

Ahead of July 1, many wonder how to support #TruthAndReconciliation and still celebrate #CanadaDay. 🍁 Our 2021 blog "Land Acknowledgements Part Two: Can We Celebrate Canada Day Respectfully?" is a great starting point for seeing July 1 through an #Indigenous lens. 🪶 Full blog: uoguel.ph/6dtd3

Land Acknowledgements Part Two: Can We Celebrate Canada Day Respectfully?

On June 21st Canada celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day as a way to honour the heritage, customs and contributions of Indigenous people’s native to these lands. However, fast forward 10 days…

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How can we celebrate queer identities beyond #PrideMonth? We connected with Anna Gaby-Trotz to learn about the Queer Print Project and understand its outreach and impact. Read Anna's blog and find out how you can get involved: uoguel.ph/qpp 🔗 #lgbt #Queer #Pride #Diversity #Inclusion

The Queer Print Project: Printing Hope and Resistance

Pride Month takes place each June and celebrates the histories, identities, and contributions of 2SLGBTQIA+ people around the world. The theme in 2026 for Pride Toronto—the largest&n…

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For #MulticulturalismDay on June 27, visit Wren's Story: A Recipe for Livelihoods! Wren found community as a Nigerian, queer person through #volunteering. Explore the story and join our discussion at the Reimagining Livelihoods site: livelihoods.ca 🔗 #LivelihoodsCanada #Diversity #Culture

June 24 is International Day of Women in Diplomacy! The @edid-ghdi.bsky.social partnership is a 7-year project hosted by LWWRC and funded by @sshrc-crsh.canada.ca. It aims to improve the lives of diverse girls and women with disabilities. Visit the EDID-GHDI Blog: uoguel.ph/edid #Policy #Feminist

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Read the latest blog posts from the Engendering Disability-Inclusive Development – Genre, handicap et développement inclusif (EDID-GHDI) partnership.

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What do you see in the dragonfly's wings? In 2018 we asked our team and #community to fill in the blanks: To me, family means ___ To me, work and livelihoods includes ___ To me, our living environment needs ___ To me, well-being is ___ How would you answer? Learn more: uoguel.ph/dfly #Diversity

#AutisticPrideDay is more than a celebration, it's a push for meaningful representation and support for autistic people. Last year, we connected with Vanessa Bonham who shared her experience as an autistic university student. Read her story: uoguel.ph/h2voj #Autism #Neurodivergent #Autistic