Moving to Canada with a disability

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BhavnaTeam17 July 2019 06:40:00

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Hello everyone,

Having a disability should not be a barrier to living abroad. While the intricacies of ones move to Canada may be specific to the individual, certain steps can be undertaken to make the process smoother.

What are the important aspects you would personally keep in mind during the planning phase (social security benefits, ongoing medical treatment, etc.)?

Are you required to go through a medical check-up before your move?

Are there any organisations or groups who lend support to expatriates who have a disability?

What are your thoughts on the infrastructure in Canada (public spaces, transportation and buildings)?

Are there enough opportunities to make the most of your social life in Canada? Are leisure activities made accessible to people with disabilities?

Please do share your experience with us.

Bhavna

Hany.MasryNew member23 July 2019 14:18:31

http://www.ramq.gouv.qc.ca/en/citizens/ … grams.aspx https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board … -plan.html
Jan 2, 2018 - Disability Insurance Plan for the public service. Learn about your Disability Insurance (DI) Plan, a mandatory plan that provides a 70% income replacement when you are unable to work for long periods due to a totally disabling illness or injury.

The disability tax credit (DTC) is a non-refundable tax credit that helps persons with disabilities or their supporting persons reduce the amount of income tax they may have to pay. An individual may claim the disability amount once they are eligible for the DTC.Feb 12, 2019

HeleneViP15 August 2019 05:05:14

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Hello,

I was pleasantly surprised to see everything Vancouver has to offer people with disabilities.
Everything is done to make the city accessible for everyone: buses, skytrain, buildings (banks, schools, malls, theatres...)
An example a lot of cities should follow.
https://vancouver.ca/people-programs/ac … -city.aspx

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