Navigating Disability Law: Barriers and Benefits

In this episode of Community Chats, Brendon Pooran, lawyer and founder, Pooran Law returns to share his insights on some of the pressing issues and legal developments in the developmental services sector. From the latest on Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) legislation to the Canada Disability Benefit, he speaks candidly about what’s working, what’s falling short and offers practical tips for people with disabilities and their families to navigate barriers and access benefits. The conversation also explores supported decision-making, progress made internationally, and where Canada currently stands in advancing legal capacity and decision-making rights.