As we examined eligibility of the Canada Disability Benefit in the previous episode, we now turn to accessibility, and explore how the government can ensure that application and appeals processes are accessible to all people with disabilities. Should it be automatic qualification by proxy if someone is already receiving other disability benefits? What are the downsides to using the tax system to roll out the benefit? What should the appeals process look like if someone is denied the benefit?
In this episode, we are thrilled to be joined by Ron Anicich, Member of the ODSP Action Coalition and an ODSP Recipient; Sarah Kennell, National Director of Public at Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA); and Jonathan Lai, Executive Director of Autism Alliance. Join us to learn more on how to define equal and meaningful accessibility of the Canada Disability Benefit from coast to coast to coast.