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2023

December, 2023
- Rights on Flights - Letter to Minister Pablo Rodriguez and Minister Kamal Khera
  December 05, 2023
  March of Dimes Canada is joining the rights on flights movement calling on the federal government to enforce measures and hold airlines accountable.
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- MODC Statement on the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities
  December 03, 2023
  Reaffirming Our Commitment to Champion Equity and Empower Ability.
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November, 2023
- March of Dimes Canada Secures $469K in Funding to Break Down Barriers to Employment for Youth with Disabilities
  November 30, 2023
  March of Dimes Canada is thrilled to announce Accessibility Standards Canada /Government of Canada Funding to Address Youth Employment Barriers.
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- March of Dimes Canada Secures $1.1M in Federal Funding to Empower Stroke Survivors
  November 29, 2023
  Government of Canada’s Age Well at Home Initiative Strengthens Support and Dignity for Seniors Aging at Home.
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- March of Dimes Canada to Expand Successful MentorAbility Canada Program
  November 27, 2023
  MentorAbility Canada pairs job seekers with mentors to explore various career paths and gain valuable mentorship, effectively preparing them for the workforce.
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August, 2023
- Former NASA astronaut to share inspiring story at second annual Changemakers Supper Club
  August 17, 2023
  March of Dimes Canada is excited to celebrate Changemakers who champion equity and empower ability on November 1 at Toronto's Liberty Grand.
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- March of Dimes Canada partners with Government of Manitoba to deliver vital seniors home modification program
  August 15, 2023
  March of Dimes Canada has been chosen to partner with the Government of Manitoba on its vital new Seniors Home Modification Grant Program.
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- Submission to the Standing Committee on Finance for the 2024 Budget
  August 10, 2023
  March of Dimes Canada was pleased to present its Pre-Budget Submission for fiscal year 2024-25.
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- Letter to Minister Kamal Khera
  August 01, 2023
  MODC shares our priorities for building financial security of people with disabilities through the new Canada Disability Benefit.
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June, 2023
- People with disabilities in Canada one step closer to financial independence
  June 22, 2023
  Today, after tireless advocacy from Canadians living with disabilities Bill C-22, the Canada Disability Benefit Act, received Royal Assent.
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- Statement on Final Passage of Bill C-22, The Canada Disability Benefit Act
  June 21, 2023
  March of Dimes Canada applauds and thanks all Parliamentarians for their support of this historic legislation.
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May, 2023
- National Strategy on Brain Injury
  May 08, 2023
  March of Dimes Canada supports Bill C-277, the National Strategy on Brain Injuries Act, and calls upon the government of Canada to bring this bill forward for a second reading.
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- March of Dimes Canada’s National Office has Moved to Nearby Location
  May 01, 2023
  National office's new mailing address is 202-885 Don Mills Road, while programs and services are now offered at 1 Duncan Mill Road.
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February, 2023
- Pre-Budget Submission for the 2023 Federal Budget
  February 09, 2023
  March of Dimes Canada shared recommendations for the 2023 Federal Budget.
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- Pre-Budget Submission for the 2023 Ontario Budget
  February 09, 2023
  With the goal of building a more equitable and inclusive province, March of Dimes Canada shared ideas for the 2023 Ontario Budget.
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2022

December, 2022
- MODC Board member Elizabeth Greville passes away
  December 12, 2022
  It is with heavy hearts that we acknowledge the passing of our valued Board member and colleague, Elizabeth Greville.
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November, 2022
- March of Dimes Canada Endorses Ford Government Moves to Support Financial Security for People with Disabilities in Ontario
  November 15, 2022
  These important changes will put more money in the pockets of those who need it most.
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- Annual OpportuniTea with Kate Linder & Friends Postponed to Spring 2023
  November 09, 2022
  Out of an abundance of caution, March of Dimes Canada has decided to postpone the annual OpportuniTea to late Spring 2023.
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- First annual Changemakers Supper Club a success!
  November 01, 2022
  Thank you to everyone who joined us at our first annual Changemakers Supper Club on October 18, 2022!
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October, 2022
- SkillingUp: a digital learning program for people with disabilities
  October 20, 2022
  SkillingUp enables people with disabilities to learn in-demand digital skills needed for employment in tech or tech-enabled roles.
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- We’re hosting a free webinar on accessible technology!
  October 14, 2022
  Join our NDEAM spokesperson Gift Tshuma on October 26 to learn how accessible technology makes workplaces more inclusive.
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- October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)
  October 04, 2022
  At MODC, we’re connecting people with disabilities with the digital services, training, and skills they need to achieve career success – today and into the future.
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- National Disability Employment Awareness Month Frequently Asked Questions
  October 04, 2022
  How March of Dimes Canada supports National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)
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- We’re helping job seekers with disabilities succeed in a digital world
  October 04, 2022
  October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) and we’re launching a new NDEAM campaign!
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September, 2022
- March of Dimes Canada Announces Launch of Annual Client Survey
  September 08, 2022
  Help shape future programming - We want to hear from you and your caregivers to learn about how our services are impacting your life.
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July, 2022
- Important Update: Telecom Services Restored to MODC Locations
  July 09, 2022
  Telecommunication services have been restored to all MODC offices impacted by Friday’s Rogers outage.
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June, 2022
- Introducing the Stroke Recovery in Motion Planner
  June 06, 2022
  The planner is a step-by-step community-based physical activity stroke program toolkit
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May, 2022
- National AccessAbility Week 2022
  May 29, 2022
  To celebrate National AccessAbility Week 2022, we’re excited to share stories from our amazing clients.
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- Ontario’s provincial election is now underway!
  May 04, 2022
  The June 2nd general election is our chance to be heard by candidates and leaders. Take action today!
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April, 2022
- National Volunteer Week 2022 – Celebrating empathy in action!
  April 24, 2022
  Our volunteers never let us down, and we are thanking them this week! Watch a new video from our Executive Leadership Team each day.
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2021

December, 2021
- Help make the Canada Disability Benefit a reality!
  December 07, 2021
  Add your name to the petition calling on the government to make the CDB a reality. It's time to #EndDisabilityPoverty.
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October, 2021
- Gift from TD Bank Group will provide virtual job coaching for people with disabilities
  October 28, 2021
  MODC is excited to announce a collaboration with TD Bank Group that will bring cutting edge technology to job hunters and workers who have disabilities.
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- March of Dimes Canada introduces mandatory vaccine policy
  October 20, 2021
  March of Dimes Canada employees, volunteers and students are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, effective December 20, 2021.
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- October is Polio Awareness Month
  October 01, 2021
  Welcome to Polio Awareness Month! This is a special month for us at March of Dimes Canada because we support polio survivors.
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June, 2021
- Stories of stroke survivors and those who care for them
  June 28, 2021
  Learn how stroke changes lives, how people are making a difference and how the After Stroke program helps survivors and their families move forward after a stroke.
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- Discussing Pride Month with Andrew Gurza
  June 11, 2021
  Andrew delivers workshops on disability and queerness that open up conversations you won’t find elsewhere.
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- Five Myths and Facts About Stroke
  June 01, 2021
  There are a lot of myths about this serious medical emergency. The good news is that stroke is treatable.
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May, 2021
- Paving the Path for Work
  May 19, 2021
  We are launching a new program called Paving the Path for Work with generous support from Scotiabank. If you’ve never had a job or considered working, this program and free four-week workshop starting May 31, is for you!
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April, 2021
- Join us on May 5th for our virtual job fair!
  April 20, 2021
  Come find out what positions are available and what makes March of Dimes Canada such a wonderful place to work.
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- It’s National Volunteer Week - April 18 to 24, 2021
  April 18, 2021
  The Value of One, The Power of Many – speaks to the significance of the efforts made by each and every volunteer. Thank you to all our volunteers at March of Dimes Canada!
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- Herald Sarie survives COVID-19 and happy to now be vaccinated!
  April 07, 2021
  Support Services Attendant Herald Sarie has been vaccinated after recovering from COVID-19, and encourages everyone to get vaccinated as soon as they can.
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- National Caregiver Day event recognizes caregiver contributions
  April 06, 2021
  Ontario Trillium Foundation grant supports March of Dimes Canada programs
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- March of Dimes Canada expands services in Northeastern Ontario
  April 01, 2021
  We’re proud to announce that March of Dimes Canada will be providing services previously offered by Canadian Red Cross in Sudbury, Sault Ste. Marie and Wawa.
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- March of Dimes Canada and Personal Attendant Care announce service transfer in Durham Region
  April 01, 2021
  We are pleased to announce the transfer of Personal Attendant Care’s Durham Region services as of April 1, 2021 to March of Dimes Canada.
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March, 2021
- New research on enabling resiliency after an acquired brain injury
  March 26, 2021
  Dr. Emily Nalder and MODC's Paul J.J. Martin Early Career Professorship have improved community integration for individuals with acquired brain injury.
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- Don’t miss our first-ever virtual job fair
  March 10, 2021
  Join us on March 24 for our first-ever virtual job fair! We’re looking for personal support staff and rehabilitation workers who want to make a difference in people’s lives.
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February, 2021
- Congratulations to Dr. Janet McElhaney on winning the Jonas Salk Award
  February 26, 2021
  March of Dimes Canada is proud to present the Jonas Salk Award to Dr. Janet McElhaney, Scientific Director of Health Sciences North Research Institute in Sudbury.
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- Catch the Ace and support March of Dimes Canada!
  February 25, 2021
  We’ve got an exciting new way for you to win big money and change lives at the same time!
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- MODC Strategic Plan Research
  February 08, 2021
  Research Results: You spoke and we listened. Introducing the results from our broad-reaching consultation process.
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2020

December, 2020
- Offices in Ontario and Quebec closing
  December 23, 2020
  With the new lockdowns in Ontario and Quebec, our offices in those provinces will be closed as of December 25th.
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- Celebrate the holidays with Johnny Reid
  December 04, 2020
  Johnny Reid is hosting an evening of music, giveaways and general merriment on December 12th at 8 p.m. (EST). Don't miss it!
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November, 2020
- Offices closed in Toronto and Peel
  November 30, 2020
  Due to Toronto and Peel region being placed in lockdown, March of Dimes Canada offices in those regions are closed until further notice.
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- Honouring our veterans on Remembrance Day
  November 09, 2020
  To veterans across Canada: thank you. At MODC, we have the privilege of supporting Canadian veterans through the Canadian Veterans Vocational Rehabilitation Services (CVVRS) program.
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- The Bridge Disability Expo
  November 02, 2020
  Find an Independence that works for you at The Bridge Disability Expo (formerly Opening Doors for Accessibility).
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October, 2020
- Join the World Stroke Day movement!
  October 22, 2020
  we’re celebrating World Stroke Day and inviting you to join the movement!
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- Thank you for supporting our Assistive Devices Program!
  October 15, 2020
  We’re so proud of our Assistive Devices Program and we want to thank our generous partners for their support.
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- Hats off to Amazon for its diverse and inclusive workforce!
  October 05, 2020
  To mark Disability Employment Awareness Month, we can’t think of a better program to highlight than the Amazon Alternative Workforce Supplier Program (AWSP).
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- Rising to the Challenge - Read our 2019/2020 annual report
  October 05, 2020
  We’re thrilled to present our 2019/2020 annual report! Find out more about the crucial work we do.
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- It’s Polio Awareness Month and Disability Employment Awareness Month
  October 01, 2020
  October brings cooler weather, changing leaves, and awareness!
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September, 2020
- Find a job that will make you proud!
  September 25, 2020
  Community Support Services is hiring! We have steady, meaningful work opportunities in your community.
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- MODC Strategic Plan
  September 16, 2020
  We are asking big questions, so we can make big plans!  Be sure to lend your voice as we create our 2021-2025 Strategic Plan.
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June, 2020
- After Stroke Hospital Visitation goes virtual
  June 22, 2020
  We’re happy to announce that our After Stroke Hospital Visitation program is now online!
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- MODC Employment Services website
  June 12, 2020
  We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new March of Dimes Canada Employment Services website at www.modcemploymentservices.ca!
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- Standing up and taking action against racism
  June 12, 2020
  We have a responsibility to listen, learn, and stand with our colleagues, consumers, and everyone with lived experiences of racial injustice and oppression.
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2019

November, 2019
- Free Balance and Mobility Program for Stroke Survivors
  November 22, 2019
  We are currently recruiting participants to take part in a feedback study examining the effects of Conductive Education® on a person's quality of life.
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October, 2019
- March of Dimes Canada Expands Attendant Outreach
  October 30, 2019
  March of Dimes Canada (MODC) expands attendant outreach in the Greater Toronto Area through Spinal Cord Injury Ontario (SCIO) partnership.
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- The Canada Post Delivery Accommodation Program
  October 25, 2019
  Canada Post has a Delivery Accommodation Program for residential customers with functional limitations that restrict their ability to access mail and parcels from their mailbox.
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September, 2019
- Your invited to MODC's Accessibility Legislation webinar
  September 18, 2019
  Join us October 9, 2019 for MODC's webinar: Understanding Canada's Historic Accessibility Legislation.
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July, 2019
- A Space at the Table
  July 18, 2019
  The Canadian Foundation for Physically Disabled Persons challenges Corporate Canada to offer a space at the boardroom table to persons with disabilities.
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June, 2019
- MentorAbility Canada
  June 27, 2019
  MentorAbility Canada Launches: Mentoring program for persons with disabilities goes across Canada.
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- Light the Sky Green on August 24th
  June 19, 2019
  On August 24th - just after dusk – campers across Canada are asked to Light the Sky Green by shining their Illuminated Bracelets in support of March of Dimes Canada.
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May, 2019
- MentorAbility Canada mentoring program for persons with disabilities
  May 06, 2019
  MentorAbility Canada Launches: Mentoring program for persons with disabilities goes across Canada.
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- Access means (EveryoneEverywhere)
  May 05, 2019
  Access means #EveryoneEverywhere. Help make Canada accessible for all (Rick Hansen Foundation) Let's build a Canada that's accessible for all.
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April, 2019
- Parenting with a Disability - CBC Radio
  April 05, 2019
  CBC's The Doc Project shines a light on parenting with a disability.
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March, 2019
- AMI-tv Casting Call
  March 25, 2019
  AMI-tv is seeking individuals (ages 25+) from the disability community to host a lifestyle show.
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- Don't Miss Abilities Expo 2019 in Toronto
  March 19, 2019
  Explore your possibilities at the Ability Expo in Toronto, April 5 - 7, 2019 at the International Centre and come visit MODC at booth 519.
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February, 2019
- Every Tax Return Counts on March 8th
  February 15, 2019
  March 8th, 2019 is the 3rd Annual March of Dimes Day at Liberty Tax Service and once again, they will be donating $10 from every return filed to March of Dimes Canada
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January, 2019
- Kick off 2019 by joining us in celebrating March of Dimes Canada Month!
  January 11, 2019
  We are starting the new year off with our annual Community Canvass Campaign, with volunteers canvassing door-to-door and online to raise money for our After Stroke programs and services.
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- Toronto Rehabilitation Institute Traumatic Brain Injury Study
  January 01, 2019
  Toronto Rehabilitation Institute is partnering with March of Dimes Canada to address the lack of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) services in remote areas of Northern Ontario.
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