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ADAP Cuts Leave Disabled Albertans Struggling | Calgary News
Disability advocates in Alberta are staging protests over the new ADAP program, which has delayed payments and slashed benefits by $200 a month—money that’s already tight for many living paycheck to paycheck. Replacing the old AISH system in July, ADAP was meant to offer personalized support, but recipients say it’s left them worse off, struggling with rent and job discrimination. Advocates demand the government scrap ADAP and truly consult those it affects, arguing people with disabilities are still being ignored. The ministry insists ADAP is a better, more tailored system—but for many, it’s…
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