National Educational Association of Disabled Students

04/06/2026

The purpose of the fund is to provide bursaries, in the range of $500 - $5,000 annually per recipient, to assist persons with disabilities to undertake or continue their post-secondary education at an accredited post-secondary institution in British Columbia or Alberta. Bursaries may be used for items such as tuition fees, textbooks, equipment, transportation, residence and support worker costs.

If you know an individual with a disability, who is looking to begin or continue their post-secondary education and could benefit from financial support, we encourage you to share this information with them. Please visit https://islandkidsfirst.com/lisa-huus-bursary/ for more information on the story behind the Lisa Huus Bursary, eligibility requirements and the application process. Additionally, you can email bursaries@islandkidsfirst.com or call 250-940-4950 to speak to one of our staff about this opportunity.

The deadline for applications is May 31, 2026.

04/04/2026

Free online webinar. Save your seat.

04/03/2026

04/03/2026

04/02/2026

Thanks to CRIAW-ICREF and the myriad of leaders, advocates, and community members from across sectors who came together to connect, share knowledge, and explore the barriers and realities impacting women, girls, and gender-diverse people.
Building an Intersectional Community of Practice: A Collaborative Gathering was a success.
Grateful for the conversations, the connections, and the collective commitment to continue this work together. A reminder that leadership looks like us.


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Merci à ainsi qu’à la multitude de leaders, de défenseur·e·s des intérêts et de membres de la communauté issus de divers secteurs qui se sont réunis pour échanger, partager leurs connaissances et explorer les obstacles et les réalités qui touchent les femmes, les filles et les personnes de la diversité de genre.
Building an Intersectional Community of Practice: A Collaborative Gathering a été un succès.
Nous sommes reconnaissant·e·s pour les échanges, les liens créés et l’engagement collectif à poursuivre ce travail ensemble. Un rappel que le leadership nous ressemble.

04/02/2026

The 2026 AEBC & Allyant Scholarship Program

The application deadline for the 2026 AEBC & Allyant Scholarship Program is Friday, May 29, 2026. All applications and supporting materials must be received by 1:00 p.m. Eastern, 10:00
a.m. Pacific Daylight Time on that date in order to be considered.
The scholarship winners will be announced on August 1, 2026, or at the Annual General Meeting in September of 2026.
The successful applicants will receive a confirmation email during the third week of July 2026.
In September, following confirmation of enrollment for the 2026-27 academic year, recipients will receive their awards.

INTRODUCTION

The Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians (AEBC) is a grassroots organization that works to improve the lives of blind, deafblind and partially sighted Canadians through education, empowerment, and advocacy. Each year, we offer scholarships to recognize outstanding blind, deafblind and partially sighted post-secondary students. This year, scholarships are provided by Allyant and an anonymous donor. In addition, we are honoured to offer special scholarships in memory of Tom Teranishi (donated by the BC Affiliate), in honour of Rob Sleath (donated by the BC Affiliate), and in memory of John Rae (funded through the John Rae Legacy fund). The minimum value of each award is $1,000. All applicants will be considered for all scholarships; a separate application for each is not required. Previous applicants or past recipients are eligible to reapply if qualified. The AEBC Scholarship Committee reviews all applications and selects all scholarship recipients.

Applicant Qualifications

Applicants must meet all of the following qualifications:

1. Applicants must be:

A. Blind (no vision or light perception in the better eye, visual acuity of 20/200 or less);

B. Deafblind (combined sight and hearing impairment causes difficulties with communication, access to information and mobility [inability to travel independently due to lack of vision/hearing]); or

C. Partially Sighted (visual acuity of 20/80 or less in the better eye with best correction or a visual field less than 20 degrees [Snellan eye chart.])

2. Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada.

3. Enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary institution at a college or university, a vocational, educational upgrading, or performing arts program.

4. Exchange students studying abroad, students enrolled in programs not available in Canada, students not accepted into a Canadian program, where the program abroad is clearly superior to those available in Canada, or paying fees to a Canadian educational institution.

5. Enrolled in a minimum of two courses per term in the 2026-27 academic year in their chosen program.

Application Deadline: May 29, 2026 by 1:00 p.m. Eastern, 10:00 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time.

APPLY ONLINE

• The application deadline for the 2026 AEBC & Allyant Scholarship Program is Friday, May 29, 2026. All applications and supporting materials must be received by 1:00 p.m. Eastern, 10:00 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time on that date in order to be considered. • The scholarship winners will be announce...

04/01/2026

Open to participants! NEADS is partnering with the University of Victoria’s CanAssist program to facilitate a cohort of their Job Journey Pathways program, which is part of the broader Job Journey initiative for persons with disabilities.

Through this collaboration, NEADS will facilitate a cohort running from mid-April to mid-October 2026. The cohort will include 10 participants, with spots allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. The program will be delivered remotely in English via Zoom and requires a commitment of a few hours per week over six months.

Participants will receive individualized support from a dedicated job coach, who will work with them — and where appropriate, their guardian and local businesses — to support career exploration, skills development, and workplace readiness. As part of the program, participants may also have opportunities for workplace exposure and potential work placement experiences.

To be eligible, applicants must:
- Self-identify as having a learning disability
- Be 15 years of age or older
- Commit to consistent participation over six months
- Be located in Canada and a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Have access to a computer or tablet and the internet
- Provide two character references
- Provide consent from a parent or guardian if under the legal age of adulthood in the province or territory where you reside
- Have access to a personal bank account

Eligible applicants will be invited to an intake interview between Tuesday, April 7 and Sunday, April 12, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interested individuals are encouraged to apply early as space is limited.

To apply, complete a pre-screening form here: https://buff.ly/YELHnZU

For more information, see the full announcement on our website: https://buff.ly/jobJMDk

For inquiries related to participation in the NEADS Job Journey Pathways cohort, please contact Katja Newman at katja.newman@neads.ca.

This program is funded through the Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities, administered by Employment and Social Development Canada.

04/01/2026

What if your next role helped shape more inclusive communities across Canada?

Active Abilities Canada is seeking a Project Manager and a Community Facilitator to support the implementation of the Municipal Guide for Disability Inclusion in Recreation and Physical Activity. These roles will work with municipalities, partners, and communities to increase access, build capacity, and create more inclusive opportunities for people with disabilities to participate in recreation and physical activity.

If you have experience in the sport, physical activity, and recreation sector and are passionate about inclusion, we encourage you to apply.

Apply by April 13: https://activeabilities.ca/careers/

Please send a cover letter and resume to us at info@activeabilities.ca.
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Et si votre prochain rôle professionnel aidait à façonner des communautés plus inclusives d'un bout à l'autre du Canada ?

Accessibilité active Canada est à la recherche d'un·e gestionnaire de projet et d'un·e animateur·trice communautaire pour soutenir la mise en œuvre du Guide municipal pour l'inclusion des personnes en situation de handicap dans les loisirs et l'activité physique. Ces rôles consisteront à collaborer avec les municipalités, les partenaires et les communautés afin d'accroître l'accès, de renforcer les capacités et de créer des occasions plus inclusives pour les personnes en situation de handicap de participer aux loisirs et à l'activité physique.

Si vous possédez de l'expérience dans le secteur du sport, de l'activité physique et des loisirs et que l'inclusion vous passionne, nous vous encourageons à postuler !

Postulez d'ici le 13 avril : https://activeabilities.ca/fr/emploi/

Veuillez nous faire parvenir une lettre de présentation et votre curriculum vitæ à info@activeabilities.ca.

03/30/2026

03/30/2026

📝 Come study with us! DNA is having a body doubling event on April 2. Come to the DNA Resource Centre (SUB 1300) from 12-2 p.m. and get some work done for the end of the semester!

Image Description: A graphic titled "Body Doubling Event". Text reads, "April 2nd, 12 to 2 p.m. SUB 1300. The end of the semester is approaching, so come be productive with company! We will have one room for those who need silence to focus and one for a more social space." Below is an illustration of four people writing at a table together.

03/28/2026

Thank you for your interest in publishing your work in the Journal of Theology, Mental Health and Disability. Below are the guidelines for research articles and creative submissions. Please note that we welcome submissions from all faith traditions.