Chris Beesley

Caregivers spend on average 10-20 hours per week on care. That’s a part time job and should be compensated like one. That's why next Thursday, I will be proud to bring forward my motion in the Legislative Assembly to create an Ontario Caregiver Support Benefit (OCSB). 🧵#onpoli

Trudeau says assisted dying offers to veterans 'unacceptable' as cases mount - Global News. My question is why is it only “unacceptable” when offered to veterans? It’s offered to ppl with disabilities every day and no one seems to think that’s a problem. apple.news/AYx6vdDcSSvuys…

On Saturday, November 26, Inclusion Canada was honoured to be able to recognize the invaluable contributions of 2 individuals to advancing inclusion in Canada. (a thread) 1/?

PRESS RELEASE: PARLIAMENT RETURNS TO DEBATE BILL C-22 – THE CANADA DISABILITY BENEFIT inclusioncanada.ca/2022/09/20/pre… If not now, when? Let's get it done!

It’s essential to bring back #C22 before the Thanksgiving break. @markhollandlib @MPJulian, could you please find time for this next week? We have so much to do. #EndDisabilityPoverty #CDB

I promised I would use every tool available. Today, I proposed a unanimous consent motion for the House to send C-22 straight to committee. While some Conservative MPs didn't support, I will continue to push the governing party to bring back debate as soon as possible. #CDB23

@NightShiftMD All of us at Community Living Ontario are thinking of your sister at this time with hopes for a speedy recovery.

My only sister is in hospital with pneumonia. I’m her caregiver and her most frequent visitor. I hope she recovers, but she’s fragile. This is hitting me hard.

Great article in today's Toronto Star: file:///C:/Users/cbeesley/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Windows/INetCache/Content.Outlook/R0RBCSJQ/Ontario%20to%20disabled%20teen_%2 #ThisIsNotAChoice @CLOntario

The Fight Continues: The Potential Expansion of Canada’s Medical Assistance in Dying Legislation inclusioncanada.ca/2022/06/25/the…

#ITOOKABREAK22 Hope you all had a great Community Living month!

This recent article in @ConversationCA highlights the need for reforming current #LTC in Canada. Over 200,000 people with #disabilities live in long term care. They deserve an inclusive affordable home in community. bit.ly/3IbzP2S

Excellent dataviz describing which countries are responsible for climate change. Current annual emissions are a fraction of the story.

Just finished our 68th annual conference @CLOntario What an amazing 2 days! Thanks to all the presenters and 500+ participants. We are truly "Still in this Together!"

Talking mental health @CLOntario 68th conference. So important especially during the pandemic.

@HeresMyBook I'll second that - A great day for Michael and @CLOntario

I’m very proud to be the new president!

Canadians with disabilities say they're missing from the election discussion ctvnews.ca/politics/feder…

22% of Canadian adults identify as having a disability. Disability issues should matter to all Canadians in this election. Here's some helpful info on where the parties stand. #Elxn44

The @CLOntario 68th Annual Conference is taking place virtually from September 30 to October 1. Join for informative sessions, live entertainment and an opportunity to network with like-minded people. Learn more and register: bit.ly/cloc2021

We have recently released our updated position on financial security and income support. The document details the income disparities experienced by people with #disabilities and what needs to change. bit.ly/3yzYv0E