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A Call to Action: Understanding Indigenous Disability Awareness Month with BCANDS
Why Plan Institute is calling on our communities to listen, learn, and proclaim November as Indigenous Disability Awareness Month (IDAM). Indigenous people, including the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis, […]
Read MoreBudget 2025 Leaves 27% of Canadians Without a Plan to Participate in the Economy
NATIONAL DISABILITY NETWORK STATEMENT ON BUDGET 2025 For immediate release – Ottawa, November 6, 2025 Budget 2025 takes some steps to improve access but fails to recognize the economic imperative […]
Read MoreHow to Maximize Your Registered Disability Savings Plan
We can look at the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) as a game. The key goal? To get the maximum government contributions possible. Like any good game, there are […]
Read MoreRegistered Disability Savings Plan Awareness Month in October
Today, October 1st, marks the beginning of RDSP Awareness Month! In 2014, the government of BC declared October RDSP Awareness Month to help raise awareness about the Registered Disability Savings […]
Read MoreNOW CLOSED – We Are Hiring: Communications Manager (full-time, permanent)
Communications Manager (full-time, permanent) Please note that this opportunity is now closed. Click here to apply. Click here to download a copy of the job description. Position Overview: We […]
Read MoreNOW CLOSED – We Are Looking For Folks to Join Our Board of Directors!
Board Member (3-year term) Please note that this opportunity is now closed. Click here to apply. Click here to download a copy of the role description. Desired Skills and […]
Read MoreNOW CLOSED – We Are Hiring: Disability Planning Helpline Advisor (Part-Time, Contractual, Remote)
Disability Planning Helpline Advisor (Part-Time, Contractual, Remote) Please note that this opportunity is now closed. Click here to apply. Click here to download a copy of the job description. […]
Read MoreTax Season Prep
It’s almost tax time! Though filing your taxes can feel taxing 😉 there are resources available that can help. Even if you don’t receive a refund, filing your taxes can […]
Read MoreWe Are Hiring: Program Coordinator (Now Closed)
Program Coordinator (Full-Time, 2-Year Contract) Please note, this position is now closed. Click here to apply. Click here to download a copy of the job description. About Plan […]
Read MoreGet the DTC ASAP
Now is the perfect time to apply for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC)! With tax season fast approaching and the new Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) around the corner, we want […]
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