Calgary woman can't afford doctor's fee for disability form
A Calgary woman on AISH says a $420 doctor's fee prevents her from applying for the federal disability tax credit, risking a $200 monthly clawback. The deadline is February 28.
A Calgary woman on AISH says a $420 doctor's fee prevents her from applying for the federal disability tax credit, risking a $200 monthly clawback. The deadline is February 28.
Alberta's UCP government passed Bill 12, redefining disability support and moving 77,000 people to a new program. Advocates call it a cruel move on International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
Alberta's UCP government faces backlash after tabling AISH program changes in omnibus Bill 12. Critics say disabled community wasn't consulted on overhaul affecting vital support.
Disability rights activists are organizing a dramatic 'die-in' protest at the Alberta Legislature to oppose provincial changes to disability support programs they say will leave vulnerable citizens without essential services.