The Office for Disability Issues (ODI)

Welcome to the Office for Disability Issues

The Office for Disability Issues (ODI) is the focal point within the Government of Canada for key partners working to promote the full participation of Canadians with disabilities in learning, work and community life.

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Publications

Advancing the Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities 2005

Advancing the Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities 2005 is the Government of Canada’s third comprehensive report on disability in Canada.

Advancing the Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities 2004

Advancing the Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities 2004 is the Government of Canada’s second comprehensive report on disability in Canada.

• Main Report
• Executive Summary
• Inventory of federal programs and initiatives related to disability

Canadian Attitudes Towards Disability Issues

The Office for Disability Issues commissioned a national study of public awareness and attitudes towards disabilities in Canada.  The purpose of this research is to gauge Canadians attitudes towards persons with disabilities and awareness of disability-related issues, and in particular identify how these compare between individuals with and without disabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

This guide answers some common questions about programs and services available to Canadians with disabilities. It brings together questions frequently asked by persons with disabilities as well as by family members, government officials, employers, health and social workers, disability groups and others who live and work with persons with disabilities.

Supports and Services for Adults and Children with Disabilities in Canada: An Analysis of Data on Needs and Gaps

This report furthers knowledge on disability issues in Canada. By fostering a more comprehensive understanding of problems people face accessing disability supports, it will assist in the development of a longer-term strategy on disability investments. Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers have agreed to collaborate on this longer-term strategy and continue to work in partnership with the disability community.

• NEWS RELEASE - December 3, 2004
• PDF Version

Other Disability Related Publications and Reference Documents

Programs

• Social Development Partnerships Program – Disability Component - Funding for organizations

• Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities - Employment program for persons with disabilities

• Federal-Provincial Multilateral Framework - For Labour Market Agreements Concerning People with Disabilities

Government of Canada Disability Agenda 

Government of Canada working with provinces and territories

About the Office for Disability Issues

Mandate and organization of our office

Disability-Related Links 

Other pertinent and informative sites