Indigenous Disability Awareness Month

Statement by Minister Khera on Indigenous Disability Awareness Month

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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GATINEAU, QC, Nov. 1, 2023 /CNW/ - The Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, today issued the following statement:

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  • GATINEAU, QC, Nov. 1, 2023 /CNW/ - The Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, today issued the following statement:
    "November is Indigenous Disability Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the achievements and valuable social, economic and cultural contributions made by Indigenous persons with disabilities in Canada.
  • In 2015, Indigenous Disability Canada / British Columbia Aboriginal Network on Disability Society created Indigenous Disability Awareness Month to highlight the barriers facing Indigenous persons with disabilities.
  • The Action Plan includes a measure to ensure that the equality rights of Indigenous persons with disabilities are respected in the design and delivery of government programs, policies and services.
  • The Government is also working with Indigenous communities and their representatives on the realization of the United Nations' Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

The Council for Disability Awareness names Bob Herum as Interim President

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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PORTLAND, Maine, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Council for Disability Awareness is pleased to announce the appointment of Bob Herum as Interim President.

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  • PORTLAND, Maine, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Council for Disability Awareness is pleased to announce the appointment of Bob Herum as Interim President.
  • This decision was made by The Board of Directors following the untimely death of President, Carol Harnett who died on August 11, 2023.
  • Bob Herum brings extensive knowledge and experience to the role.
  • As a founder of Executive Benefits Brokerage, LLC and former 2nd Vice President of Ameritas Life Insurance Corp., he is widely recognized in the disability insurance field.

The Council for Disability Awareness Announces Death of President, Carol A. Harnett

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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PORTLAND, Maine, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- It is with great sadness that the Council for Disability Awareness announces the death of President, Carol Harnett. Harnett died on August 11, 2023, in Durham, NC, from complications of cancer. Harnett was an energetic leader who sought innovative ways to engage employees and corporations in the creation and use of insurance benefits. She was a well-known industry trendspotter and corporate storyteller who spoke frequently at national wellness and human resources conferences.

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  • PORTLAND, Maine, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- It is with great sadness that the Council for Disability Awareness announces the death of President, Carol Harnett.
  • Harnett died on August 11, 2023, in Durham, NC, from complications of cancer.
  • Harnett was an energetic leader who sought innovative ways to engage employees and corporations in the creation and use of insurance benefits.
  • Harnett began her career as an exercise physiologist who trained a diverse range of people from elite athletes to pregnant women to injured workers.

WOW! Recognized with Three Awards for Human Resources Excellence

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WOW! Internet, TV & Phone (NYSE: WOW), a leading broadband services provider, was honored with three Game Changer awards from C2HR, a human resources association focused specifically on the technology, media and entertainment industry. The WOW! Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Ambassador Team was recognized in the Advocates category. Rebecca Jacobs, human resources senior director, was recognized in the Cultivator category, and Shelly McCready, senior benefits and employee wellness manager, was recognized in the Transformer category.

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  • Internet, TV & Phone (NYSE: WOW), a leading broadband services provider, was honored with three Game Changer awards from C2HR , a human resources association focused specifically on the technology, media and entertainment industry.
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Ambassador Team was recognized in the Advocates category.
  • Rebecca Jacobs, human resources senior director, was recognized in the Cultivator category, and Shelly McCready, senior benefits and employee wellness manager, was recognized in the Transformer category.
  • DEI Ambassador Team led the development of five affinity groups to better represent and support communities within WOW!

Happy Brands Announces Partnership with DonorsChoose, Supporting Creativity in the Classroom

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022
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FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Happy Brands announces their year-long philanthropic partnership with DonorsChoose.

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  • FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Happy Brands announces their year-long philanthropic partnership with DonorsChoose.
  • This long-term, multifaceted partnership is the first of its kind for Happy Brands.
  • They will be choosing projects that foster creativity and innovation in the classroom and will be matching donations to support those initiatives.
  • "Our mission at Happy Brands is to create a world where everyone can define and express their own uniquehappy.

MS Society of Canada Launches MS Awareness Month Virtual Carnation Pinning, Encouraging all Elected Officials and Canadians to Participate

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Wednesday, May 4, 2022
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Today (May 4), the MS Society of Canada invites Canadians and elected officials across the country to #TakeActionforMS virtually and participate in their Virtual Carnation Pinning through social media.

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  • Today (May 4), the MS Society of Canada invites Canadians and elected officials across the country to #TakeActionforMS virtually and participate in their Virtual Carnation Pinning through social media.
  • The carnation has been a symbol of hope for Canadians affected by MS for nearly 50 years, since the first carnation campaign was launched by the MS Society of Quebec in 1975.
  • The MS Society is committed to ensuring that Canadians impacted by MS can participate fully in all aspects of life, regardless of where they live, said Benjamin Davis, Vice President, Mission at the MS Society of Canada.
  • By joining the Virtual Carnation Pinning on social media, those living with MS and their families and friends know that they are not alone.

Claimify Welcomes Eric Reisenwitz as Strategic Advisor

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Thursday, April 21, 2022
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BOSTON, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Claimify, a tech-enabled fulfillment partner that provides innovative solutions to the disability insurance industry, is pleased to announce that Eric Reisenwitz has joined the company as a Strategic Advisor.

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  • BOSTON, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Claimify, a tech-enabled fulfillment partner that provides innovative solutions to the disability insurance industry, is pleased to announce that Eric Reisenwitz has joined the company as a Strategic Advisor.
  • Reisenwitz was most recently Interim President, Group Protection at Lincoln Financial Group, having previously served in several executive leadership functions across the business, including product, underwriting, claim and distribution management.
  • During his career, Reisenwitz has also directed global product, underwriting and distribution initiatives in Europe and Australia.
  • Reisenwitz commented that "I am excited for the opportunity to provide insights to Brett and the team at Claimify.

The Public Health Agency of Canada launches a national dementia awareness campaign to help reduce stigma

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Monday, January 17, 2022
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TORONTO, Jan. 17, 2022 /CNW/ - The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is launching its first national dementia awareness campaign during Alzheimer's Awareness Month in Canada, to reduce negative perceptions about dementia and the people living with the condition.

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  • TORONTO, Jan. 17, 2022 /CNW/ - The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is launching its first national dementia awareness campaign during Alzheimer's Awareness Month in Canada, to reduce negative perceptions about dementia and the people living with the condition.
  • Uninformed attitudes and beliefs about dementia can result in stigma, which can affect people living with dementia, their loved ones, and caregivers.
  • The campaign also highlights the abilities of people living with dementia while breaking down negative perceptions, to make our communities more welcoming and supportive.
  • The Public Health Agency of Canada is part of the federal health portfolio.

Alzheimer Society Launches Campaign with a Call for Support for People Diagnosed with Dementia

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Wednesday, January 5, 2022
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The Alzheimer Society is the first place to turn and First Link is the connection to support, care, knowledge, expertise, and referrals.

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  • The Alzheimer Society is the first place to turn and First Link is the connection to support, care, knowledge, expertise, and referrals.
  • First Link is the Alzheimer Society program offering approved services and information to those living with Alzheimer's or other dementias, and caregivers.
  • The Alzheimer Society Research Program is Canada's leading funder of research into better understanding the causes of dementia, improving treatment and care, and towards finding cures.
  • Alzheimer Societies across Canada provide programs and support services for people with all forms of dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, and their caregivers.

UnitedHealthcare Joins Effort to Increase Awareness of the Value of Income Protection

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Wednesday, November 3, 2021
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PORTLAND, Maine, Nov. 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Council for Disability Awareness (CDA) announced that UnitedHealthcare has joined The CDA to help raise awareness about the importance of income protection for employees, individuals, and families.

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  • PORTLAND, Maine, Nov. 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Council for Disability Awareness (CDA) announced that UnitedHealthcare has joined The CDA to help raise awareness about the importance of income protection for employees, individuals, and families.
  • Wage earners can help protect themselves with income protection products such as short- and long-term disability insurance - and individual disability coverage.
  • "UnitedHealthcare Specialty Benefits and The CDA share a goal to support the overall health, including the financial fitness, of people nationwide," said Rob Brommer, General Manager, UnitedHealthcare Financial Protection.
  • UnitedHealthcare joins CDA member companies, Allsup, American Fidelity, Ameritas, Citizens Disability INTEGRATION, Guardian, Integrated Benefits, Inc., Lincoln Financial Group, MassMutual, and MetLife.