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Alberta’s disability benefit overhaul shifts more economic risk onto people with disabilities

Alberta’s disability benefit overhaul shifts more economic risk onto people with disabilities

Alberta’s move to shift disability recipients onto a lower-paying, employment-focused benefit assumes people can make up the difference through...

12.08.2026 8

The Conversation

Michelle Maroto

Opinion: A job shouldn't be a disability benefit in Alberta On July 2, Alberta began moving disability-income recipients into a new two-program system . People deemed permanently unable to work will remain on Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped, or AISH. Others whose disabilities are judged to restrict, but not prevent, employment will receive support through the Alberta Disability Assistance Program, or ADAP.

Opinion: A job shouldn't be a disability benefit in Alberta On July 2, Alberta began moving disability-income recipients into a new two-program system . People deemed permanently unable to work will remain on Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped, or AISH. Others whose disabilities are judged to restrict, but not prevent, employment will receive support through the Alberta Disability Assistance Program, or ADAP.

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07.08.2026 10

Edmonton Journal

Michelle Maroto

Opinion: U of A puts up barriers to access by cutting child care Despite their stated dedication to   community, access and belonging , the University of Alberta (U of A) will be   ending funding support   for all affiliated child-care centres in January 2026. Right now, funding for child care costs the university $298,600 per year or 0.02 per cent of the   total expenses in 2024   — a small fraction of funds that make a huge difference in the community. The withdrawal of this support will increase uncertainty for families, reduce access to care, and harm the university’s relationship with the community.

21.05.2025 10

Edmonton Journal

Michelle Maroto