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Implementing the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
March 4, 2011
Member of Parliament
House of Commons
Ottawa, ON
K1A 0A6
Re: Implementing the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
Dear Sir/Madam:
CCD Chairperson's Update: February 2011
Calling Canada to Action on the CRPD
The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) is one of CCD’s main priorities.
Factum in the Mowat Case
Court File No. 33507
CCD Chairperson's Update: January 2011
A New Year: Anticipating the Challenges Ahead
During the past four weeks, there have been strong indications that the following issues will be taking much of our attention during the next quarter: the new Federal Budget, a possible Federal Election, labour market policy, the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), and the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. CCD’s National Council of Representatives and Committees have been preparing to meet these challenges.
National Council and Committees
Annual Report: 2009-2010
Executive Committee
- Marie White, Chairperson
- John Rae, 1st Vice Chair
- Carmela Hutchison, 2nd Vice Chair
- Roy Muise, Treasurer
- Claredon Robicheau, Secretary
- Susan Ralph, Member-at-Large on Executive
Member Organizations and their Representatives
- British Columbia Coalition of People with Disabilities – Valerie Thoem
- Alberta Committee of Citizens with Disabilities – Margot Brunner-Campbell/Dave Storey
- Saskatchewan Voice of People
UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Making Domestic Implementation Real and Meaningful
CCD – CACL Working Paper
February 2011
Introduction
On March 11, 2010 Canada ratified the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). As we approach the first Anniversary of Canada's ratification, it is important that we take appropriate steps to ensure that we live up to our commitments as a country and develop a plan for meaningful implementation, monitoring and reporting.
Do you want Parliamentarians and the Government of Canada to Take Action on Implementing the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons With Disability?
Let us know your Organization’s support by Monday February 7!
The Council of Canadians with Disabilities (CCD) and the Canadian Association for Community Living (CACL) are inviting disability organizations across Canada to voice a call to Parliamentarians and the Government of Canada to take leadership on implementing the UN Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities (CRPD).
Claredon Robicheau Speaks Out On Transportation
Claredon Robicheau summarizes some current issues in the federal mode of transportation.
Disability is Not a Partisan Issue
January 25, 2011
Members of Parliament
House of Commons
Ottawa, ON
K1A 0A6
Re: Disability is Not a Partisan Issue
Dear Sir/Madam:
Pre Budget Consultation Brief to The Standing Committee on Finance: Disability Is Not A Partisan Issue
Submission from The Council of Canadians with Disabilities (CCD)
December, 2010
Background
On March 11, 2010 Canada ratified the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). The CRPD is a new international agreement about protecting and promoting the human rights of people with disabilities. Canada's ratification of the CRPD is viewed by Canadians with disabilities as a milestone and historic event committing all governments to advancing the rights and status of persons with disabilities.
