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This week is National AccessAbility Week and Access Awareness Week Nova Scotia.Ableism is a word many families are just ...
06/01/2026

This week is National AccessAbility Week and Access Awareness Week Nova Scotia.

Ableism is a word many families are just starting to hear, even though you may have felt it for years in schools, services, and everyday life. For our first post this week, we’re highlighting one event that helps put words to those experiences and offers practical tools for change.

On Wednesday, June 3, 1:30–2:30 p.m. (Atlantic), the Nova Scotia Accessibility Directorate is hosting a free online “Understanding Ableism” webinar on Zoom. In this short session, you’ll hear what ableism means, how it shows up in everyday life, and simple ideas for making schools, services, workplaces, and communities more fair and welcoming.

➡ Register for the webinar here:
https://ca01web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jz2TR6Y3Q2uZz8TRJJlhOA #/registration

➡ See the full Access Awareness Week Nova Scotia event listing here:
https://nsleo.com/aawns-events/

Family Session in Digby: The Human Rights Remedy and Imagining What is PossibleBig changes are coming for people with di...
05/29/2026

Family Session in Digby: The Human Rights Remedy and Imagining What is Possible

Big changes are coming for people with disabilities in Nova Scotia, and families deserve to be part of the conversation.

Join Inclusion NS for a free in-person session about the Human Rights Remedy, what it means for your family, and what a more inclusive future could look like. Bring your questions. Bring the people in your circle. We will walk through it together in plain language.

When: Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 6:00 to 7:30 PM
Where: Western Counties Regional Library, 84 Warwick Street, Digby NS
Cost: Free

Register here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=tn55pPP1406oM8kMD4JfrxUZoAv3O6NLvJiybcDjYaFURTA4TDBDUVRQRFhOS1I5VUVOU0gxVlZUNy4u

There’s still time to register for our 2026 Inclusion Nova Scotia Annual General Meeting!Saturday, June 13 at 3:00 PM T...
05/27/2026

There’s still time to register for our 2026 Inclusion Nova Scotia Annual General Meeting!

Saturday, June 13 at 3:00 PM
The Fairbanks Centre, 54 Locks Road, Dartmouth
Or join us on Zoom from anywhere in Nova Scotia

Our guest speaker is Maria Medioli, Executive Director of the Disability Support Program. Maria will talk about how the government is rolling out Individualized Funding under the Human Rights Remedy, and how individuals and families will be able to use it to manage community-based supports.

Stay after the meeting to connect, share stories, and enjoy light refreshments.

Please register here: https://forms.gle/1XGXgRMUgSpi3ise9

Need an accommodation, have dietary requirements, or have a question about the meeting? Email [email protected] and we will do our best to support you.

We hope to see you there.

The Canadian Congress on Disability Inclusion is coming up on May 28, 2026.This free, virtual national event brings toge...
05/26/2026

The Canadian Congress on Disability Inclusion is coming up on May 28, 2026.

This free, virtual national event brings together disabled people, families, community organizations, governments and employers to talk about how to build a strong, accessible Canada.

This year’s theme is “Building a Strong, Accessible Canada.” The Congress will offer interpretation in English, French, ASL and LSQ, as well as English and French captioning, and a phone call‑in option.

If you are interested in disability rights, accessibility and inclusion, you can learn more and register here:
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/campaigns/canadian-congress-disability-inclusion.htm

05/25/2026

Graduation is a milestone for every student!

Inclusive Education Canada / Éducation inclusive Canada has put together a helpful video on making school graduation ceremonies welcoming and accessible. It covers practical steps schools can take so every student can participate and be celebrated with their peers.

If you are a family member, educator or school leader, this is a great resource to watch and pass along as you plan this year’s ceremonies.

Family Session in Digby: The Human Rights Remedy and Imagining What is PossibleBig changes are coming for people with di...
05/25/2026

Family Session in Digby: The Human Rights Remedy and Imagining What is Possible

Big changes are coming for people with disabilities in Nova Scotia, and families deserve to be part of the conversation.

Join Inclusion NS for a free in-person session about the Human Rights Remedy, what it means for your family, and what a more inclusive future could look like. Bring your questions. Bring the people in your circle. We will walk through it together in plain language.

When: Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 6:00 to 7:30 PM
Where: Western Counties Regional Library, 84 Warwick Street, Digby NS
Cost: Free
Register Here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=tn55pPP1406oM8kMD4JfrxUZoAv3O6NLvJiybcDjYaFURTA4TDBDUVRQRFhOS1I5VUVOU0gxVlZUNy4u

Many people in Canada, including disabled people and older adults, still cannot find housing that is accessible and trul...
05/22/2026

Many people in Canada, including disabled people and older adults, still cannot find housing that is accessible and truly meets their needs.

The National Housing Council has launched a human‑rights review panel on the lack of accessible housing in Canada. Review panels are a new process under the National Housing Strategy Act that let people share evidence and lived experience on systemic housing issues so the Council can make recommendations to the federal Minister responsible for housing.

Written submissions are open until June 5, 2026. People with lived experience, families, housing and service providers, advocates, and other partners are invited to take part.

Share your experience and ideas here:
https://form.simplesurvey.com/f/s.aspx?co=NxusCNit

Accessible housing in community is a right, not a privilege.

Thank you so much for your interest in our Human Rights Remedy virtual sessions.All available spots are now full and reg...
05/21/2026

Thank you so much for your interest in our Human Rights Remedy virtual sessions.
All available spots are now full and registration is closed.

The Human Rights Remedy: Imagining What Is Possible The May 27 session is now full.Very limited spots remain for the May...
05/20/2026

The Human Rights Remedy: Imagining What Is Possible

The May 27 session is now full.

Very limited spots remain for the May 28 session from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (online via zoom).

If you would like to join us, please register as soon as you can:
https://forms.office.com/r/uWE163Def2

Our office will be closed Monday, May 18 for Victoria Day. We'll be back open Tuesday, May 19 at 9:00 AM.Wishing everyon...
05/18/2026

Our office will be closed Monday, May 18 for Victoria Day. We'll be back open Tuesday, May 19 at 9:00 AM.

Wishing everyone a safe and restful long weekend from all of us at Inclusion Nova Scotia.

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