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Provinces to make case for more federal money for health care
… the changing demographics of Canada have, to this point, not been significant drivers of increased health expenses. In fact, the rise in health-care costs tapered off over the past five years even as the average age of Canadians climbed… one of the big issues around seniors’ care is not enough basic life aids, including transportation and domestic help. “They end up taking up beds in hospitals because they can’t get the support out in the community,”
Tags: budget, disabilities, Health, jurisdiction
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Ministers must not leave mental health out of new accord
People have come to recognize that there is no health without mental health… Canadians with anxiety disorders, depression, suicide and substance use are not getting the help they need and the care they deserve… a new agreement must include a stand-alone outcome-oriented investment in mental health… We can’t stand by while another 4,000 Canadians die by suicide this year. We won’t let inaction fail another generation of Canadians.
Tags: budget, disabilities, Health, jurisdiction, mental Health
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Governments must restrict use of prison ‘segregation’
On August 14, 2016, there were 361 offenders held in segregation, down from 775 on April 13, 2014. And, contrary to its own predictions, CSC did not lose control of its prisons… every day that goes by without government action is another day that prisoners across the country are thrown into segregation cells when other alternatives might be just as safe — and more humane — for them and their fellow inmates.
Tags: corrections, disabilities, ideology, mental Health, standard of living
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Quebec better at keeping poor families afloat
The slashing of Ontario Works or disability benefits does indeed force parents into deeper poverty and can limit their chances to get their kids back if they have faced the deep misfortune of having them apprehended… Imagine what would take place if large numbers of Ontarians demanded a kinder and more just system of fair and stable employment, more affordable housing options and an affordable daycare system? The time for citizens to demand positive change is now.
Tags: child care, disabilities, Health, ideology, jurisdiction, mental Health, participation, poverty, youth
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Piling fines on the homeless makes no sense
The law was changed three years ago by the former Conservative government so that fines would be mandatory, rather than at the judge’s discretion. But in this case, Ontario Court Justice David Paciocco refused to play along. As Paciocco sensibly said, “The marginalization and pointless harassment of the impoverished disabled with mandatory surcharge levies is a cost that is too heavy to bear in order to remedy distrust of judicial discretion.” … Homelessness is a social issue, not a legal one. No fine or ticket can end crimes resulting from homelessness, addictions and mental illness.
Tags: disabilities, Health, homelessness, ideology, jurisdiction, mental Health, poverty
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It’s time the feds got off the health-care escalator
Rather than the old game of fiscal federalism — Ottawa raises the taxes for the provinces to spend — the federal government should instead offer to convert the existing transfer into “tax points,” Ottawa cutting its own taxes to make room for the provinces to raise theirs. The sums involved would be roughly the same, but it would at last be clear just who was paying for what, and should answer to whom. I believe this principle is called responsible government.
Tags: budget, disabilities, featured, Health, jurisdiction, mental Health, tax
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Identity politics done right
Certain rhetorical strategies are bound to be more effective… than others. Writing that enlightens, amuses or delights is far more likely to capture the interest and sympathies of a broad audience than writing that is mournful, accusatory, disparaging or strident… But I do know what it takes for me to remain engaged in something as a reader. It is, in short, not much different from what it takes to keep me engaged in a conversation. I want to be treated as though I am in the company of a friend.
Tags: disabilities, featured, ideology, multiculturalism, participation, rights
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Accessibility and inclusion: Imperative for Canada’s future
1. Attitudes toward disability and the stigma that goes with it must change. 2. People must be aware of and understand the true impact that disability has and will have on us all. 3. Barriers in the built environment must be removed to ensure access for all to the places we live, work and play… Access4All is challenging schools and community groups from across Canada to take on “Barrier Buster” projects, aimed at improving the accessibility of public places and spaces, such as schools, libraries, and playgrounds.
Tags: disabilities, Health, ideology, mental Health, participation, rights, standard of living
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CAMH loses $1 million donation due to ‘issues of accountability’
… the founder of The Faas Foundation, withdrew the grant to CAMH because the organization was unable to demonstrate that the first installment of the donation was used in accordance with his foundation’s goals… the foundation has awarded many grants in its history, but that “this is the first time in our 11 years that we have lost confidence in a grantee.” … CAMH said the program was on hold due to the funds being pulled.
Tags: disabilities, Health, mental Health, philanthropy
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