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Disability Advocacy

Voice of Albertans with Disabilities (VAD)

VAD is a provincial non-profit organization that supports individuals with disabilities in Alberta through advocacy, public education, and resources. It works with individuals, organizations, government, schools, and businesses to promote accessibility and inclusion for Albertans with disabilities.

Alberta, Alberta FreeVirtual / online

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Contact & details

Phone

1-780-488-9088

vad@vadsociety.ca

Website

vadsociety.ca/

Cost

Free

Services offered

Individual and systemic advocacy, public education and awareness, resources and referrals for Albertans with disabilities, and engagement with government and business on accessibility. One-to-one Disability Benefit Navigation support (an ESDC-funded service) helping people apply for and understand the Disability Tax Credit, the Canada Disability Benefit, and provincial/territorial disability benefits.

Who is eligible

Albertans with disabilities and their families. Resources are open to the public.

Age groups served

All ages

Disability types served

physicalsensorydevelopmentalmental_healthcognitiveneurodivergent

Last verified August 25, 2026

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Accessible Compass is an independent guide — we are not a government agency and do not process applications or approve benefits. We provide general information only, not legal, medical, or financial advice. Program rules may change. Always confirm with official government sources.