OTTAWA – With Canada’s population becoming increasingly diverse, it is crucial to strengthen our commitment to inclusivity and take the necessary steps to dismantle racism and discrimination in all its forms. Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, launched a Call for Proposals for the Organizational Capacity Building (OCB) component of the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program, which …
Gatineau – The Government of Canada is committed to investing in initiatives that support inclusion and respect for diversity, and the fight against racism and discrimination in all their forms, both at home and around the world. In support of these efforts, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, participated this week in the third UNESCO Global …
Toronto – Employers in Canada recognize that having inclusive businesses and workplaces is a business imperative. A culture of diversity and inclusion is required to attract and retain the best talent, and to foster the growth and vitality of a business. As celebrations for International Day of Persons with Disabilities continue around the world, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons …
Gatineau – Throughout the country, national disability organizations play a key role in fostering the social inclusion and active participation of Canadians with disabilities in their communities. The Government of Canada is providing new funding opportunities to help these organizations increase their capacity to better serve Canadians with disabilities and address persisting barriers to accessibility and inclusion. Minister of Diversity, …
Gatineau – The Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, issued the following statement: “November is Indigenous Disability Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the achievements and valuable social, economic and cultural contributions made by Indigenous persons with disabilities in Canada. In 2015, Indigenous Disability Canada / British Columbia Aboriginal Network on Disability Society created Indigenous Disability …
Gatineau – Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, issued the following statement: “This week, we commemorate Canadian Down Syndrome Week, an occasion to highlight the valuable contributions of persons with Down syndrome in our communities, and the importance of our ongoing efforts to dismantle barriers to their full participation. “The Canadian Down Syndrome Society estimates there are …
BRAMPTON – City of Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown, Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada, Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities and Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, announced a partnership to fast-track the construction of more than 3,150 residential units over the next three years and the development of more than 24,000 homes over …
Gatineau – All Canadians should have equal access to programs, services and supports. That is why the Government of Canada continues to invest in programs that help remove barriers to accessibility, increase inclusion, and empower persons with disabilities to fully engage in their communities. Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, launched a new call for proposals …
Gatineau – The Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, issued the following statement on World Sight Day: “On World Sight Day, I am proud to join with the global community in raising awareness about the importance of eye care and visual accessibility in the workplace. This year’s theme is ‘Love Your Eyes at Work,’ and it …
Sydney – Building on the government of Canada’s commitment to improve inclusion and financial security of Canadians with disabilities, today, the Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, announced nearly $73 million in funding under the Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities (OF) to support 31 projects that organizations across Canada will launch this year. This funding …
