Registry of Lobbyists
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Budget, Economic Development, Federal-Provincial Relations, Taxation and Finance
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March of Dimes Canada is advocating for a person-centered Canada Disability Benefit policy statement and guidelines, and in support of effective federal inter-departmental and Federal/Provincial/Territorial agreements which ensure recipients receive the full benefit of the Canada Disability Benefit without impacting existing income support or downstream programs, services and/or benefits.
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Policies or Program, Grant, Contribution or Other Financial Benefit
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Health
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March of Dimes Canada is advocating for brain injury supports, including the passing and implementation of a National Brain Injury strategy (Bill C-206), and funding to support services for stroke survivors.
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Legislative Proposal, Bill or Resolution
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Employment and Training
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March of Dimes Canada is advocating for funding for more Skills for Success programs for people with disabilities to develop and enhance digital skills.
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Grant, Contribution or Other Financial Benefit, Policies or Program
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Housing
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March of Dimes Canada is advocating for national funding for home and vehicle modification programs across Canada to support people with disabilities and the aging population remain independent in their homes and communities.
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Grant, Contribution or Other Financial Benefit, Policies or Program
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Housing
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March of Dimes Canada is advocating for the National Building Code and National Housing Catalogue to be based on Universally-designed, accessible and adaptable principles.
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Policies or Program, Regulation
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Economic Development, Federal-Provincial Relations
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March of Dimes Canada is advocating to ensure that access to the new Canada Disability Benefit is as accessible and barrier-free for people with disabilities as possible, and to increase the monthly maximum amount of the benefit, reflecting the Disability Inclusion Action Plan values and outcomes.
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Regulation, Policies or Program
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Founded over 70 years ago, March of Dimes Canada is a leading national charity committed to championing equity, empowering ability, and creating real change that will help people living with disabilities across the country unlock the richness of their lives. As a leading service provider, resource, and advocate, March of Dimes Canada is paving the way for people living with disabilities to experience full and meaningful lives in an inclusive world.
Leonard Baker, President & CEO
End date of the last completed financial year: 2025-03-31
| Government Institution | Funding Received in Last Financial Year | Funding Expected in Current Financial Year |
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| Accessibility Standards Canada | $95,320.00 | Yes |
| Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) | $2,245,025.00 | Yes |
| Government of British Columbia | $57,682.00 | Yes |
| Government of Manitoba | $380,226.00 | Yes |
| Government of Newfoundland | $215,750.00 | Yes |
| Ontario Employment Assistance Services | $1,383,636.00 | Yes |
| Ontario Health | $97,129,389.00 | Yes |
| Ontario Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services | $5,652,708.00 | Yes |
| Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development | $967,736.00 | Yes |
| Ontario Ministry of Seniors and Accessibility | $15,664,455.00 | Yes |
| Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) | $174,192.00 | No |
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