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Empowering people with disabilities

Angela's Story

“Buddy, you have NO IDEA who I am!”

That’s what Angela Wright thought when, after surviving a stroke, she was told that she’d never live independently or hold a job again.

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Adele's Story

Adele was diagnosed with hemiparesis

syndrome as a baby in London, England. Her condition made it difficult for her to use her right hand and learn how to crawl.

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Thomas' Story

Thomas lives with Down syndrome. He follows instructions well, and learns quickly, but still had trouble finding work after high school. He just needed some help to get started.

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News

MODC statement on International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025: Progress worth protecting - Today, we celebrate the resilience and achievements of people with disabilities in Canada over the past twelve months.
Budget 2025 prioritizes disability inclusion while recognizing there’s more work ahead - MODC thanks the federal government for “Budget 2025: Canada Strong” and for its commitments to strengthening the economy while empowering all Canadians.
Statement on the Rights and Dignity of People with Autism - March of Dimes Canada unequivocally supports the rights and dignity of people with autism.

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Events

- Creating Inclusive Employment Youth Summit and Symposium - This virtual summit will engage young people with disabilities to discuss challenges and solutions for employment, facilitate discussions about skill development, and foster disability inclusive employment.
- March of Dimes Canada Virtual Polio Canada Conference - We invite polio survivors, their families, caregivers, and professionals to attend MODC's free virtual polio conference October 22, in recognition of World Polio Day.
- Pathway to Peers - Join us for a free one-day in-person and virtual event for stroke and brain injury survivors and their caregiveres on November 27, 2025.

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