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Overview
The United Nations recognizes International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) each year on December 3. This day increases awareness of diverse abilities and promotes inclusion for Albertans with disabilities. Funding is available to help community groups hold IDPD events.
IDPD 2024 events
Pancake Breakfast
Date: November 30, 9 am to 12 pm
Where: Wetaskiwin Senior Centre, 5216 54 Street, Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 2X1
Organization: Horizon Centre
Details: The Horizon Centre is hosting a pancake breakfast for International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Other activities include a petting zoo, accessible sleigh rides, a pop-up market, activities for kids and family resources. The pancake breakfast is $8.00 and all family activities are free.
Gift of Self Care - Mini Retreat
Date: November 30, 10:15 am to 3:30 pm
Where: 800 5th Ave SW, Suite 530 Calgary, AB T2N 0P3
Organization: Calgary Fetal Alcohol Network
Details: The Gift of Self Care event is a day to enjoy uplifting, relaxing and creative workshops. Advanced registration is required: Gift Of Self Care - Mini Retreat - Entire Event - All Workshops - CanadaHelps
IDPD Community Resource Fair
Date: November 30, 11 am to 3 pm
Where: Edmonton Public Library - Stanley A. Milner Library (Downtown), 7 Sir Winston Churchill square Edmonton, AB T5J 2V4
Organization: Voices of Albertans with Disabilities (VAD)
Details: VAD focuses on full participation, equity and accessibility for everyone, and this year to celebrate IDPD, are hosting a resource fair. More information can be found here: IDPD Community Resource Fair – November 30, 2024 | Voice of Albertans with Disabilities (VAD)
An event for all - International Day for Persons with Disabilities
Date: December 1, 12 to 4 pm
Where: Crowsnest Pass Golf Club, 90 Golf Course Road, Blairmore, AB T0K 0E0
Organization: Parents Survival Group
Details: The Parents Survival Group is hosting a resource fair featuring appetizers and refreshments, presentations, games and crafts, a sensory space and a photo booth.
Calgary IDPD Celebration Event
Date: December 3, 10 am to 2 pm
Where: University of Calgary Macewan Hall, 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1N4
Organization: March of Dimes
Details: Event will feature workshops, an art gallery, makers market, photo booth, resource fair and more.
Peace Region IDPD Celebration Event
Date: December 3, 10 am to 1 pm
Where: Montrose Cultural Centre, 10205 98 St, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 2E7
Organization: Peace Region IDPD Committee
Details: Join the Peace Region IDPD Committee as they take over the Montrose Cultural Centre with free drop-in activities, proclamation and presentation of the Inclusive Community Award, art gallery exhibits, family-friendly games and more.
United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Date: December 3, 12 to 1 pm
Where: Legislature Building Rotunda, 9820 107 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5K 1E7
Organization: Speaker of the Legislative Assembly; Premier’s Council on the Status of Persons with Disabilities
Details: Celebrate the UN Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities by celebrating the successes of Albertans with Disabilities and recognizing some of the 2024 Alberta IDPD award winners. Open to the public in person and through livestream: Legislative Assembly of Alberta
Lethbridge IDPD Celebration Event
Date: December 3, 11 am to 1 pm
Where: Lethbridge Polytechnic College, 3000 College drive S, Lethbridge, AB T1K 1L6
Organization: Southern Alberta Individualized Planning Association (SAIPA)
Details: Join SAIPA at the Lethbridge Polytechnic for a day of celebration and awareness. Lunch will be provided. Register for the event here: International Day of Persons With Disabilities Tickets, Tue, 3 Dec 2024 at 11:00 AM | Eventbrite
(dis)ABLED Art Show and Sale
Date: December 3, 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Where: Vecova, 3304 33 St NW, Calgary, AB T2L 2A6
Organization: Vecova
Details: Vecova is hosting an art show where there will be art for sale, door prizes and a silent auction.
Barrhead IDPD Celebration Event
Date: December 3, 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Where: Ripple Connection Support Centre, 5130 50 Ave., Barrhead, AB T7N 1L1
Organization: Ripple Connections
Details: Event will feature coffee, tea, snacks and more.
Alberta-wide Virtual IDPD Celebration
Date: December 3, 3 to 5 pm
Where: Virtually on Zoom
Organization: Alberta Ability Network, Self Advocacy Federation, Disability Action Hall, Barrier-Free AB, Albertans Advocating for Change Together
Details: Join the virtual Alberta celebration in honour of International Day for Persons with Disabilities! ASL and Closed Captioning provided. Register for the Zoom meeting here: Meeting Registration - Zoom
Canmore IDPD Celebration Event
Date: December 3, 5:30 to 8 pm
Where: artsPlace Canmore, 950 8 Ave, Canmore, AB T1W 2T1
Organization: Family Community Services Canmore
Details: Event will feature a resource fair, Mayor’s challenge, silent disco and more. Free popcorn and drinks will also be provided.
Connect Society - Hand Talk Show
Date: December 3, 6 pm to 9 pm
Where: Connect Society, 6240 113 Street Edmonton, AB T6H 3L2
Organization: Connect Society
Details: Join Connect Society for a show where 'the hands do the talking!' There will be discussion about barriers that Deaf individuals have experienced in the past and still experience to this day. Register for the event here: Hand Talk Show Tickets, Tue, 3 Dec 2024 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite
Amazing Game Show Community Event
Date: December 3, 6 to 9 pm
Where: Rosies Sherwood Park (Joeys side), 102 Athabascan Ave, Sherwood Park, AB T8A 4H4
Organization: Wider Inclusive Communities Service (WICS)
Details: Tickets are available here: The Amazing Game Show | WICS
Emerging Autism - A celebration of Neurodivergent Artists
Date: December 3, 6 to 9 pm
Where: Cardel Theatre, 180 Quarry Park Blvd, Calgary, AB T2C 3G3
Organization: Autism Aspergers Friendship Society of Calgary (AAFS)
Details: A night to celebrate the talents of Emerging Artists on the Autism Spectrum and to showcase the incredible work being done at AAFS and the community. Register for the event here: Autism Aspergers Friendship Society of Calgary - Emerging Artism 2024!
Red Deer Public Library presents “Orchestrating Change”
Date: December 3, 6 pm to 8 pm
Where: Red Deer Public Library, Downtown Branch - Snell Auditorium, 4818 49 Street, Red Deer, AB T4N 1T9
Organization: Red Deer Public Library
Details: The Red Deer Public Library is proud to present the film "Orchestrating Change." This documentary tells the remarkable story of Me2/Orchestra, the world's only orchestra created by and for individuals living with mental illness, along with those who support them.
Debunking the Myths: DEAFDISABLED
Date: December 3, 7 to 8 pm
Where: Calgary Association of the Deaf #103, 2816 11 Street NE, Calgary, AB T2E 7S7
Organization: Connect Society
Details: The Connect Society is hosting a workshop on debunking myths related to deafness, disability and more. The workshop is free of charge, and will have ASL/English interpreters, deaf interpreters, light refreshments and more.
Justice4Reel Film Festival
Date: December 10, 7 to 9 pm
Where: Landmark Cinema, Edmonton City Centre, 10200 102 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 4B7
Organization: John Humphrey Centre
Details: The John Humphrey Centre presents “Stolen Time”, a documentary highlighting the challenges faced by people in care facilities, seniors, and migrant workers. A panel discussion will follow. Tickets are available here: Justice4Reel Film Festival — John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights
Grants
Groups can apply for funding to hold in-person, virtual or hybrid International Day of Persons with Disabilities events in their communities.
Groups can apply for funding to hold a collaborative, Alberta-wide virtual International Day of Persons with Disabilities event.
Contact
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