If I may say, I support everything Linda said. I also say to make it specific to the individual. If the person wants to use the coalition or any other agency, that disability support service should be tied to the individual. At the same time, organizations have a great role to play, so keep funding those organizations. We have Independent Living Canada in Ottawa. We test 27 centres because they will provide the peer support and the knowledge that Alex just mentioned he was lacking when there was an employer discriminating. Fund those organizations as well, but also provide disability support, and adequate support, to individuals with disabilities who need it. That would be my recommendation. Also, support places such as Independent Living Canada, who will provide peer supports and help other youth to develop the confidence that I have today to be part of the workforce.
On April 23rd, 2013. See this statement in context.