IPV and disabilities info
 

• Intimate partner violence: Experiences of women with disabilities in Canada, 2018. Statistics Canada, 2021.  https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/85-002-x/2021001/article/00006-eng.htm

• Minority stress and health/violence against women and girls with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+. https://ocfr.ca/resources/

 
FASD
 

• 5 unhelpful responses we have to escalated kids or adults. Video, Oregon Behavior. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e7NgvDH_w28

• CanFASD. Canada FASD Research Network. Online courses and info. https://canfasd.ca/

• FASD prevalence in special populations. Includes children in care, people involved in the justice system and Indigenous communities. CanFASD. https://canfasd.ca/wp-content/uploads/publications/Prevalence-2-Issue-Paper-FINAL.pdf

• How to help someone who has a Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. Crisis Prevention Institute with Chris Arnold, 2015: https://www.crisisprevention.com/Blog/help-someone-with-fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorder

• Piruqatigiit Resource Centre. A not-for-profit in Iqaluit “providing evidence-based, culturally guided education, support and programming for Nunavummiut with suspected and confirmed FASD and their families across the lifespan. Also provides FASD training and education for organizations and service providers.” https://www.piruqatigiit.ca/

• Tamatta: Community FASD training & knowledge-sharing for Nunavummiut. Free online course, you do not have to be in Nunavut to take it. https://www.piruqatigiit.ca/courses/tamatta-community-fasd-training-knowledge-sharing-for-nunavummiut/

• WHO facts on alcohol and violence. https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/health-promotion/stop-family-violence/prevention-resource-centre/women/who-facts-on-alcohol-violence-intimate-partner-violence-alcohol.html

• New approach to FASD in NWT focuses on accommodation, not behaviour. Article on CBC website. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/new-approach-fasd-nwt-1.5487851

 
Neurodiversity (autism spectrum, ADHD)
 

• Note that there is debate about whether neurodiversity is a disability or just a continuum of human existence. Where autism or ADHD results in impairment in daily life, it can be considered a disability.

• Empowering the neurodivergent journey: Affirming insights, skills, and strategies for autistic people, ADHDers and clinicians. Online course ($). https://www.newharbinger.com/pages/nsaa-courses/

 
Organizations – National
 

• Council of Canadians with Disabilities. National human rights organizations of people with disabilities working for an accessible and inclusive Canada.  http://www.ccdonline.ca/en/

• Disability Alliance Canada. Helps people understand and access federal disability programs. https://disabilityalliancecanada.ca/

• Inclusion Canada. (Formerly the Canadian Association for Community Living) National federation working to advance full inclusion and human rights of people with an intellectual disability and their families. Website has resources and a newsletter. https://inclusioncanada.ca/

 
Organizations - Nunavut
 

• Nunavummi Disabilities Makinnasuaqtiit Society. Provides a range of services to Nunavummiut with disabilities, including employment services, system navigation, community activities, and advocacy. (867) 979-2228 or (877) 354-0916 (toll-free), connect@nuability.ca, https://nuability.ca/

 
Organizations - NWT
 

• Inclusion NWT. 867-920-2644, info@inclusionnwt.ca, https://www.inclusionnwt.ca/

• NWT Disabilities Council. Offers respite services, early intervention, accessible parking permits, accessible transit information & referrals, recreation, and events. 867-873-8230 or 1-800-491-8885 (toll-free), admin@nwtdc.net (general), https://www.nwtdc.net/

• Supported Living Services. Run by the GNWT that supports people 19 years of age or older living with a disability that require support to do daily tasks. Services provided either in a personal home or designated supported living facility. Those looking for such services need to contact their local Health Authority or their Community Health Centre.867-767-9030, https://www.hss.gov.nt.ca/en/services/continuing-care-services/supported-living

 
Organizations - Yukon
 

• Autism Yukon. (867) 667-6406, info@autismyukon.org, https://autismyukon.org

• Developmental Diagnostic and Support Clinic (DDSC). Part of Disability Services run by the Yukon Government. Offers Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessments and diagnosis for school-aged children and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) assessments and diagnosis for adults. 867-393-7464, disabilityservicessubmissions@yukon.ca

• Home Care Program. Program run by Yukon Government that works closely with other government departments, First Nations governments, medical facilities and community partners to provide home care services. Services available to people in need of acute, chronic, palliative, rehabilitation services, and respite care. 867-667-5774 or 1-800-661-0408, ext. 5774 (toll-free)

• Inclusion Yukon. Respite care, social programs, employment support, accessible transport, and other services for people living with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. 867-667-4606, inclusionyukon@gmail.com, https://www.inclusionyukon.org/

• LDAY Centre for Learning. Educational resources and supports for children, youth, and adults with learning difficulties and/or disabilities. Includes a kids’ camp, tutoring, assessments/screenings, and consultation. 867-668-5167, office@LDAYukon.com, https://www.ldayukon.com/

• Teegatha’oh zheh. Supports for people with developmental disabilities, most notably a “day program” to provides people with one-on-one support.  867-668-4471, info@tozyukon.com, https://teegathaohzheh.org/

 
 
Services for people who are hearing-impaired or Deaf
 
It is a good idea for shelters to have these options in place before they are needed. These services are handy if voice phone calls need to be made or received where one or both parties are Deaf, hard of hearing or speech-impaired. They change voice into text or into visuals. Using email, text or chat where available may be easier that using these services, but email, text or chat are not always available.

• Teletypewriter (TTY)
  A Deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired person contacts a TTY operator and types the text they want to transmit by phone. The TTY operator reads the typed conversation to the other party. The operator then types the other person’s spoken words back to the TTY user. Many cell phones are already equipped to use TTY. Some people use dedicated TTY devices. Dial 711 to reach a TTY relay service. The operator will answer with “GA” for “go ahead”. You can type in the phone number you are trying to reach, and “GA”.
  TTY operators are always available day and night, 365 days per year. Calls are confidential. Local calls are free but charges otherwise apply. Registered TTY users may get a 50% rebate on long distance calls within Canada. See Northwestel’s guide to TTY: https://www.nwtel.ca/ip-relay  (look for the TTY tab)

• Internet Protocol (IP) Relay Services
  IP Relay Operators can place or receive text-based calls using the internet. You will need a computer that meets certain requirements and you will need to sign up for this service. See Northwestel IP relay guide: https://www.nwtel.ca/ip-relay. IP Relay calls within Canada are free, however internet charges may apply.

• Canada Video Relay Service (Canada VRS)
  A free service that connects you to a video interpreter in American Sign Language (ASL or Langue des signes du Quebec (LSQ). Service is available every day and night, 365 days per year. You must register to use it and must be a Canadian who is Deaf, hard of hearing or speech-impaired. There is a Canada VRS app. Currently, organizations are not allowed to sign up for this service, but you can help an eligible client register and they can use the service anytime for any reason. See: https://srvcanadavrs.ca/en/