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Announcements

Introducing a new toolkit encouraging disability-inclusive hiring in Canada’s health care sector - MODC is excited to announce the launch of a new online toolkit encouraging disability-inclusive employment practices in Canada’s health care sector.
MODC is proud to endorse the National Caregiving Strategy developed by The Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence - The National Caregiving Strategy calls on the federal government to take meaningful action to address Canada’s growing caregiving crisis.
March of Dimes Canada secures $600K for digital skills training for people with disabilities - MODC is thrilled to announce a renewed collaboration with DIGITAL to expand access to digital and generative AI skills training for people with disabilities.
Statement: Federal Fall Economic Statement – December 2024 - We call on the federal government to remember its commitment to lift people with disabilities out of poverty through the CDB.

MODC in the News

MODC in the News - MODC coverage in print and broadcast media.

News Releases

March of Dimes Canada Announces the Second Annual Changemaker Awards Celebrating Extraordinary Impact for People with Disabilities - Nominations are now open for the second annual March of Dimes Canada Changemaker Awards.
March of Dimes Canada and Prosper Canada call on federal government to build a barrier-free Canada Disability Benefit - View March of Dimes Canada's new report with Prosper Canada about creating an accessible Canada Disability Benefit.
OpportuniTea Benefiting March of Dimes Canada Celebrates a Decade of Impact by Kate Linder & Friends with their Final Tea Together on Sunday, June 4 - Join us for the 10th and final Tea together on Sunday, June 4, at Toronto’s Beanfield Center.

Programs and Services

Aphasia Peer Connect - Peer support group for people with aphasia and other communication disabilities. Meet new people, have conversations and have fun!
March of Dimes Canada's Online Programs - Explore March of Dimes Canada's online programs, that offer connection with others who understand what you are going through, opportunities for learning and growth, or ways to increase your mobility.
Paving the Path to Work - Paving the Path to Work is a six-week program centered on showing people with disabilities the world of work, looking at new opportunities and making new friends along the way.
TELUS Tech for Good™ - Tech for Good™ provides you with professional assistance so you can independently use or control your mobile phone and tablet.
Brain Injury Services - Provides experienced and flexible care for people dealing with the effects of head injuries.
Aphasia and Communication Disability Program - Learn about aphasia services that focus on strengthening intact abilities and exploring new skills, interest and knowledge.
Stroke - After Stroke Program - MODC's new Canadian model of care to support stroke survivors and caregivers after a stroke through our national online website.
Attendant Care Services - Provides compassionate, professional, non-medical assistance with activities of daily living in the home.
Children's Programs - March of Dimes Canada welcomes kids with all disabilities, ages 0-12 years, to our Move Learn Grow program, in Toronto. Registration for the winter program starts November 4, 2024!
Home and Vehicle Modification Program - Provides funding for basic home and/or vehicle modifications, for Ontario residents with a substantial disability.
Northern Medical Clinics - Medical specialists travel to communities in Cochrane and Kirkland Lake to provide medical care.
Non-Profit Housing Locations - Affordable supportive housing for people with physical disabilities.
Passport Program - Funding program for adults with a developmental disability, for community participation, activities of daily living, and caregiver respite.
Post-Polio Canada - National Post-Polio peer support groups for polio survivors and caregivers, connect polio survivors, share information and resources.
The Warehouse Project - The Warehouse Project is a fun and engaging local program in Thunder Bay, Ontario, that provides a safe, accessible, non-judgmental environment for individuals living with disabilities.
York University-Seneca College Attendant Care Program - Attendant care for students living in residence or commute daily to campus, at York U and Seneca College Campus.

Conferences and Workshops

AAC Conference - Consumer focussed conference for people who use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).

Fundraising Events

Care-in-Action Newsletter

Care in Action - Summer 2019

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Accessible Voting in Canada

Voter Information - Federal

Research at MODC

Research at MODC - A Brief History - March of Dimes Canada's research timeline from 1951 to the present.

Jonas Salk Award - Annual award presented to a Canadian scientist, physician or researcher who has made a new and outstanding contribution in science or medicine, to prevent, alleviate or eliminate a physical disability.

MODC Early Career Professorship - Awarded to a research faculty member investigating interventions and pathways to increase the independence and social integration of brain injury survivors.