Disability Advocate NL
Persons with disabilities represent approximately 30% of the population of Newfoundland and Labrador (Statistics Canada). Click here to learn more information on disability rights, protections, and government programs.
This section focuses on laws, standards, accessibility plans, and policies that impact access to spaces and services for persons with disabilities in Newfoundland and Labrador. Click here to learn more information on accessibility laws, policies, and best practices such as universal design.
Bill 1 – An Act Respecting the Disability Advocate Passes Third Reading. The Bill establishes an independent Office of the Disability Advocate as a Statutory Office of the House of Assembly. In attendance were advocates and members of the community of persons with disabilities, including Nancy Reid, Executive Director of COD-NL. Read full news brief from Executive Council and Department of Social Supports and Well-Being here.