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Nova Scotia Cuts Disability Funding, Strains Vulnerable Families

3/5/2026

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The provincial government of Nova Scotia cut funding for disability support programs, eliminating funding for Club Inclusion and reducing caregiver benefits by 20%.
The Stephensons' daughter Abbie, who relies on day programs for care and socialization, is affected.
Crosskill Court residents oppose the removal of in-house support staff.
Advocates say the cuts disproportionately affect vulnerable populations and could strain home care and hospitals.

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Story summary

The provincial government of Nova Scotia cut funding for disability support programs, eliminating funding for Club Inclusion and reducing caregiver benefits by 20%.
The Stephensons' daughter Abbie, who relies on day programs for care and socialization, is affected.
Crosskill Court residents oppose the removal of in-house support staff.
Advocates say the cuts disproportionately affect vulnerable populations and could strain home care and hospitals.