November 25, 2026 | 6:00 PM MT | Free Virtual Webinar

Alberta's transition from Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) to the new Alberta Disability Assistance Program (ADAP) raises important questions about income security, eligibility, employment expectations, and access to supports for people with disabilities.

Join the Social Workers Association of Alberta (SWAA) for a discussion exploring these changes, what they mean for individuals and families, and the broader implications for disability rights and social work practice.

Featuring Gillian Petit from the University of Calgary and Philip Ney from Inclusion Alberta, the session will bring together research, policy analysis, disability advocacy, and perspectives from people directly affected by these changes.

We are also working to include individuals with lived experience of disability or family members who can share their perspectives on how these policy changes may affect their lives.

Together, we will explore the potential impacts of ADAP, outstanding questions about implementation, and how social workers can support individuals and families navigating these changes.

This free session is open to social workers, community professionals, people with disabilities, families, and anyone interested in understanding these changes.