May 13, 2022: Health care investment in election platforms must go beyond building larger hospitals, long-term care beds
The Star – Once the new Government of Ontario is formed, we must strive to hold them accountable, says Peter Athanasopoulos
May 4, 2022: Woman with disabilities nears medically assisted death after futile bid for affordable housing
CTV News: Health – A 31-year-old Toronto woman who uses a wheelchair is nearing final approval for a medically assisted death request after a fruitless bid to secure an affordable apartment
April 29, 2022: Ontario Releases Budget 2022
On April 28, the province released its 2022 budget. Peter Athanasopoulos, Director, Public Policy at SCIO, breaks down the five key priorities and highlights the line items that affect people with disabilities.
April 21, 2022: Ontario budget to be tabled April 28, days before start of election campaign
CBC News Toronto – Election set for June 2, campaign expected to begin shortly after budget is tabled.
March 28, 2022: Paralyzed man says he’s risking his health because he can’t afford medical supplies he needs to urinate
CBC Go Public – Inconsistent funding and patient access across Canada for catheters and related equipment.
