Self Advocacy Federation

04/04/2026

https://r.pebmac.ca/https://www.npr.org/2026/03/19/nx-s1-5675264/how-an-act-of-civil-disobedience-in-1978-denver-helped-propel-disability-rights?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPNDM3NjI2MzE2OTczNzg4AAEeELWzKERmVzGS-4wCHdf8EQ8RwSAK5Io5CIUPpAjle6yQPEGGkO53GGI50KU_aem__5qXbjVO_A1l7DpcVKwBeA

People in wheelchairs surrounded and barricaded two city buses over the course of two days, demanding wheelchair lifts and chanting, "We will ride."

04/04/2026

https://www.npr.org/2026/03/19/nx-s1-5675264/how-an-act-of-civil-disobedience-in-1978-denver-helped-propel-disability-rights?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPNDM3NjI2MzE2OTczNzg4AAEeELWzKERmVzGS-4wCHdf8EQ8RwSAK5Io5CIUPpAjle6yQPEGGkO53GGI50KU_aem__5qXbjVO_A1l7DpcVKwBeA

People in wheelchairs surrounded and barricaded two city buses over the course of two days, demanding wheelchair lifts and chanting, "We will ride."

03/08/2026

We are saddened by the news of the passing of a former SAF ally, Wayne Allchin. Our sincere condolences go out to Wayne's family, friends, and all who knew him. Rest in peace, Wayne.

View Wayne Anderson Allchin's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

01/16/2026

Links about the defunding of frontline disability advocacy groups in Alberta.

09/09/2025

I'm helping to spread the word about this peaceful protest in Calgary, Alberta, on Friday, September 19th at the Mc Dougal Centre from 2-8pm. Rain or shine. Disability rights are human rights!!!!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1296881985402987

"This is to support disability rights and condemn Alberta govt's changes to A.I.S.H., claw-backs to A.I.S.H., and claw-backs to disability rights in Alberta.
A Die-in is a peaceful protest where folks lie down to take up space & "play dead" to simulate the gravity of a situation.
Would love to get as many people out as possible and media coverage."
Accessibility:
- wheelchair accessible
- washrooms available
- masks encouraged
- Respect personal boundaries
- crafts, chalks, and face paint
- zines with all the information in an easy-to-read format

09/09/2025

Post written by an SAF member:

Ten years ago, when I was first getting involved with the SAF and disability advocacy, I had the opportunity to join Edmonton-McClung MLA Lorne Dach and Timothy Maxwell from MightyWheels on a accessibility walk around an apartment complex in the area. Timothy had concerns with the lack of accessibility for folks with mobility aides.

Time went on, and I actually ended up moving into that apartment complex. Unfortunately, nothing was ever done to resolve the issue. For ten years I watched as people with mobility aides were forced to use the road in order to get to the shopping centre from the complex.

This year, I started the process of getting a walker. I had the opportunity to try using a walker that belonged to a friend's mom. I finally had the opportunity to walk the route with a mobility aide. The result only added fuel to my fire.

So, I sent an email to my MLA, Lorne, my City Councillor, and Boardwalk. I also made a maintenance request with my apartment complex. I figured it was a fruitless effort, but I needed to try.

Well, today, I walked to the shopping centre, and they've finally added off ramps on the path. There's still one more they need to attend to, but after ten years of advocacy, change finally happened.

This post isn't meant to make me look good, or a way for me to gloat. This post is meant to be a message of hope for the disability community.

No matter how discouraged you feel, no matter how hard it may be to constantly have to advocate for what you care about. Don't ever give up, because you never know who is listening. You never know who might hear you and help you make change happen.

"Good, better, best. Never let it rest. 'Til your good is better and your better is best." - St. Jerome

09/07/2025

Are you an artist with a disability who would like to share your experience with employment through your art? In support of Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM) in October, AACT will be hosting an Employment Arts Fair sponsored by Alberta Employment First Network!

The fair will be held at the Gateway Association office in Edmonton, located at 10941 120 St NW, Suite 201, Edmonton, AB T5H 3R3, on the evening of October 15th, 2025. Specific time ime to be announced soon!

If you are an artist with a disability who is interested in participating or learning more, please get in touch with us at [email protected]

06/11/2025

An Alberta coalition wants to hear how the new $200 monthly Canada Disability Benefit could be a game-changer for you. They're collecting personal stories to show how this money can help bridge the gap between provincial support and the poverty line, offering a ray of hope for a better future.

📅 Deadline: June 20, 2025

1. The Government of Canada created a monthly payment for Canadians with disabilities who have the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) called the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB). The payments will start in July for those who can get it. The Government of Alberta plans to take the $200 off of AISH cheques from those who get the CDB. AB is the only province to clawback the CDB. How does this make you feel? Is there anything else you would like to share with the Government of Alberta about this decision?

2. How would an extra $200/month help make you life better?

Please comment your answers below!

04/28/2025

Hey Folks! Today is Federal Election Day in Canada! Make sure you have a plan to get out and VOTE, if you haven’t already!

If you need assistance getting to the polls, reach out to your local campaign offices as some are offering rides to voters!

To learn more, including where to vote, who your candidates are, and what you NEED to vote; head over to the link below!

Find all the information you need to know to vote in the 2025 federal election. You will learn whether you are registered to vote, where to vote, what your riding is, who the candidates in your riding are, and more.

04/26/2025

https://edmontonjournal.com/opinion/columnists/opinion-alberta-should-support-workplace-inclusion-for-those-with-disabilities

The reality is that people with disabilities face discrimination in education and job searches.