CANADA PENSION PLAN - DISABILITY BENEFITS
Toll free : (800) 277-9914 (English)
(800) 277-9915 (French)
TTY: (800) 255-4786 (Bilingual)

The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) disability benefit is a monthly payment. It is available to people who contributed recently to the Canada Pension Plan while they worked, and then became unable to work at any job on a regular basis because of a disability. The primary purpose is to replace a portion of employment earnings for people who recently paid into the CPP. There are also benefits for children if at least one parent qualifies for the CPP disability benefit.

A CPP disability benefit is not approved on the basis of which disability or disease you have, but on how the medical condition and its treatment affect your ability to work at any job on a regular basis.

Applicants who have a terminal illness will have their disability applications decided on within 48 hours upon receipt of their application. Service Canada staff give these applications priority to determine eligibility quickly so that benefit payments can start as soon as possible.

Can I work while receiving benefits? Yes, you can earn up to $4,600 (before taxes) in 2009 without informing Service Canada staff and without losing your benefit. This amount may increase in future years.

Once you earn $4,600 from work, you should contact Service Canada staff about your current work situation and your future work goals. If you can only work once in a while, you may be able to earn more than $4,600 while still receiving your CPP disability benefit payment. It is important to contact us so we can look at your individual situation.

If you believe you are able to work on a regular basis, Service Canada staff may be able to help you achieve your goals through the CPP vocational rehabilitation program. As new technology, medical treatments and skills training are making it possible for some people with disabilities to re-enter the work force, this program is designed to help you return to work.

The Application for Disability Benefits is available online or please contact us at the number above and we will send you the kit to fill out. You must apply for a disability benefit in writing. If you prefer, someone else (a family member or friend) can complete the kit for you (but please make sure that you sign the application form for your benefit).

For more detailed information about CPP disability benefits visit our website (www.servicecanada.gc.ca).

CANADIAN HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
344 Slater Street, 8th Floor
Ottawa, ON K1A 1E1
Telephone : (613) 995-1151
Toll-free : (888) 214-1090
TTY : (888) 643-3304
Fax : (613) 996-9661
E-mail : info.com@chrc-ccdp.ca
Publications : publications@chrc-ccdp.ca
Website : www.chrc-ccdp.ca

The Canadian Human Rights Commission administers the Canadian Human Rights Act and is responsible for ensuring compliance with the Employment Equity Act. Both laws ensure that the principles of equal opportunity and non-discrimination are followed in all areas of federal jurisdiction.

CANADIAN SOCIETY FOR SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
Anne-Marie Edgar, Executive Director
Box 278
Nelson, BC V1L 5P9
Telephone : (250) 352-1378
Toll Free : (888) 927-7473 [1-888-9-ASPIRE]
Fax : (250) 352-1353
Website : www.cssd-web.org / www.ibde.ca / www.businessabilities.ca

The Canadian Society for Social Development (CSSD) is a federally incorporated non-profit organization with charitable status. Our services are available online across Canada. Our mandate is:

• To provide employment and skills training to persons facing challenges to employment: persons living with a disability or chronic health issue, youth, stay-at-home parents, older workers, Aboriginal Peoples, new Canadians, and individuals living in rural areas; and
• To conduct research for the development of programs in the areas of entrepreneurship, leadership and distance learning.

CSSD is looking for students:

• Who have an interest in becoming self-employed
• Who already have basic computer skills
• Who find it difficult to work outside their homes
• Who are unable to attend regular scheduled training programs in their communities
• Who have a desire to learn and strive for their own independence

Mission Statement:
CSSD develops and delivers business start-up and web technology training to people facing challenges to employment.  This training is delivered from oru program websites and features a self-placed and supportive learning environment.  Through our online curriculum and our skilled and caring service teams, CSSD is empowering others to realize their full potential.

Vision:
At CSSD we believe in the capacity of individuals to achieve.  If we can awaken the passion within, we can achieve almost anything.  

Through research, collaboration, and throught innovation, we will be the leading provider of online training programs for people facing challenges to employment.  We will be known as a compoassionate organization and the destination of choice for those wanting to redefine themselves.

In our work we grow alongside oru clients.  This is a shared journey.

Programs:
IBDE Web Essentials 6-month program (www.ibde.ca) – Online, college accredited introductory program in web design and optimization.  An excellent way to gain marketable skills from the comfort and convenience of home.  Students build their own e-commerce ready website during the program for selling their own products or services online or for a community organization of their choice.  Many graduates go on to work as web developers, either self-employed or by working for another firm.

IBDE Web Advanced 4-month program (www.ibde.ca) – Advanced, college accredited courses in web programming and web marketing, delivered online.  Courses can be taken individually or as a whole.

Business Abilities program (www.businessabilities.ca) – Funded by HRSDC-Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities, delivered online, bilingual website and service.  Participants receive one-on-one support from their own personal business coach while they explore self-employment and develop a business plan.  Includes 24/7 access to our comprehensive website and business resources and LIVE interacting sessions with business experts in our virtual classroom.

CANADIAN TRANSPORTATION AGENCY
Accessible Transportation Directorate
Canadian Transportation Agency
Ottawa, Ontario
K1A 0N9
Toll-free : (888) 222-2592
Toll-free TTY : (800) 669-5575
Fax : (819) 953-6019
E-mail : info@otc-cta.gc.ca
Website : www.otc-cta.gc.ca

The Canadian Transportation Agency is responsible for ensuring that undue obstacles to the mobility of persons with disabilities are removed from federally-regulated transportation services and facilities.

The Agency removes undue obstacles in two ways: on a case-by-case basis by resolving individual complaints formally, through adjudication and informally, through mediation and facilitation; and on a systemic basis by developing regulations, codes of practice and standards concerning the level of accessibility in modes of transport under federal jurisdiction, including air, rail, and extra-provincial ferry and bus transportation.

PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION OF CANADA
Job info line - InfoTel : (800) 645-5605
TTY : (800) 532-9397
Departmental Website : www.psc-cfp.gc.ca
Employment Website : www.jobs.gc.ca

As the official recruiter for most of the Public Service of Canada, the Public Service Commission of Canada (PSC) is an important point of contact for people interested in joining the federal Public Service.

As one of the largest employers in the country, the Government of Canada offers exciting career opportunities to suit a wide range of skills, experience and career interests. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a student, seeking permanent or temporary work, on a full or part-time basis, the Public Service of Canada is an employer of choice in all fields of endeavour.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result it promotes employment equity and is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. Services available in English and French.

SERVICE CANADA
Telephone : (800) O-Canada [(800) 622-6232]
TTY : (800) 926-9105
Website : www.servicecanada.gc.ca

Service Canada is your one-stop, easy-to-access source of information on all Government of Canada programs and services, including many designed specifically to assist persons with disabilities.

In New Brunswick we have several Service Canada Centres to serve you that are listed below.  You can also visit www.servicecanada.gc.ca for a list of centres and outreach sites: