Indigenous Disability Awareness Month is recognized annually each November by the Manitoba government. It highlights the achievements of Indigenous Peoples living with disabilities and recognizes the significant and valuable contributions they make to our communities, including socially, economically and culturally.
Join the Free Webinar: Rhythm and Resilience: Indigenous Musicians on Disability and Connection
A conversation on disability, identity, music and community featuring Manitoba Indigenous musicians Don Amero, Mattmac, and Catie St. Germain
The Manitoba Accessibility Office is proud to present a special webinar in recognition of Indigenous Disability Awareness Month. Join Manitoba Indigenous musicians Don Amero, Mattmac, and Catie St. Germain for a conversation on disability, identity, music and community. Drawing from their experiences as artists, advocates, and leaders, they will share stories about the connections that shape their lives, from culture and family to disability and community. Together, they will explore how music fosters connection, reflects the resilience of Indigenous Peoples across generations, and helps create a greater sense of belonging for people with disabilities, their families and their communities.
Webinar Details:
- Date: November 19, 2026
- Time: 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. CDT
- Where: Virtual via Zoom
- Cost: Free
Upcoming Webinars and Learning Opportunities:
Driving Inclusion: Understanding Manitoba’s Accessible Transportation Standard Regulation
Explore how the new Accessible Transportation Standard Regulation removes barriers to transportation and promotes equal access for work, education and daily life. Learn what the January 1, 2027, compliance deadline means for service providers, municipalities and organizations, and discover practical steps for creating inclusive transportation systems across Manitoba.
Webinar Details:
• Date: November 17, 2026
• Time: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. CDT
• Where: Virtual via Zoom
• Cost: Free
International Day of Persons with Disabilities Webinar – Redefining Possibilities: An International Day of Persons with Disabilities Webinar with Haben Girma
Join the Manitoba Accessibility Office as we kick-off International Day of Persons with Disabilities with a webinar featuring award winning advocate, New York Times best-selling author, keynote speaker and the first Deafblind graduate of Harvard Law School, Haben Girma.
Webinar Details:
- Date: November 30, 2026
- Time: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. CDT
- Where: Virtual via Zoom
- Cost: Free
All webinars will have accessibility measures such as American Sign Language interpretation (ASL) and live closed captioning.
If you require additional accommodations or would prefer to register for this event by phone, please call the Manitoba Accessibility Office at 204-945-7613.
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Manitoba Accessibility Office
630 – 240 Graham Avenue
Winnipeg MB R3C 0J7
Tel: 204-945-7613
Email: MAO@gov.mb.ca
On behalf of the Manitoba Accessibility Office