Recent News

 

Fall/Winter Training Catalogue available!

November 19, 2009

SMD's Fall/Winter Training Catalogue is now online. The catalogue features all the courses we will offer this season, and is available for download here.

November Disability Resource Digest available

November 19, 2009

November's Disability Resource Digest (DRD) is now available online, providing you with the latest in links to disability-related information from all over the world.

New wheelchair resources

November 2, 2009

We have updated the brochures on the Wheelchair Services site - if you're a manual wheelchair user or are interested in becoming part of Wheelchair Services, check out the page and learn more!

Saving Circle program looking for participants

October 21, 2009

Saving Circle helps eligible low-income individuals and families to save for needed assets. The program encourages participants to set a savings goal and sometimes even helps participants work towards a big purchase or investment.

October Disability Resource Digest now available

October 19, 2009

October's Disability Resource Digest (DRD) is now available online, providing you with the latest in links to disability-related information from all over the world.

Centre on Disability Studies calls for grant applicants

October 8, 2009

The Canadian Centre on Disability Studies is calling for applicants for two grants that will fund projects involving any of four priority topics.  Applications are due Nov. 27.

Barrier-Free Manitoba responds to Opening Doors

October 8, 2009

Barrier-Free Manitoba, the driving force behind Manitoba's impending disability legislation, has released an official response to the province's Opening Doors report. In its response, Barrier-Free addresses each of Opening Doors' objectives and provides recommendations, requests and other information.

Dr. Paul Thomas officially backs Barrier-Free Manitoba

October 8, 2009

Dr. Paul Thomas, Duff Roblin Professor of Government at the University of Manitoba, has officially taken a stand for the call for disability legislation. Thomas has received widespread recognition for his distinguished contributions to public policy and is a member of the Order of Manitoba.

NDP Leadership candidates support disability legislation

October 7, 2009

The two candidates in the race for Manitoba's NDP leadership and the Premiership of Manitoba have spoken out on the issue of disability legislation and province-wide fair access. Read more about their positions.

Get your Fair Access Action Kit

October 7, 2009

Download your Free Access for All Action Kit for step-by-step instructions on how to contact your MLA and prompt action on Manitoba's disability legislation.

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