We promote awareness, opportunity, choice and participation in all aspects of life in Nunavut.
Our Services
NDMS offers support, advocacy, education, and resources for Nunavummiut with disabilities. We help people with:
Advocacy Services
Service Navigation
Employment Services
Accessible Community Activities
Our Mission
Our mission is to achieve independence, self-determination and full citizenship for all Nunavummiut living with disability.
Featured Resources
Explore helpful resources on disability, accessibility, and advocacy in Nunavut. These guides, reports, and tools contain useful information. They can support individuals with disabilities, as well as their families and communities.
Check out the latest resources, and be sure to come back for updates!
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Know Your Legal Rights
Everyone has the right to live, work, and participate in their community without barriers. In Canada, laws protect the rights of people with disabilities and help ensure equal opportunities in employment, services, and daily life. This page provides an overview of: You’ll also find links to organizations that support disability rights. Legal Protections Key protections…
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Advocacy Process Checklist
The Advocacy Process Checklist will support in working through advocacy situations. Advocacy Process The Advocacy Process has six key steps: 1. Define the Problem Purpose: Identify and understand the problem you are trying to solve. Responses and Notes Write your responses and notes. 2. Identify the Root Cause Purpose: Analyze why the defined problem is…
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Self-Advocacy Toolkit
What Is Self-Advocacy? Self-advocacy is the ability to speak up for yourself, express your needs, and make informed decisions about your life. It means knowing your rights, understanding your options, and confidently communicating to ensure your needs are met. For people with disabilities, self-advocacy involves: What Is the Difference Between Advocacy and Self-Advocacy? Advocacy Self-Advocacy…
Latest News
Find out what’s happening at NDMS.
Stay informed about upcoming events, workshops, and the latest news on disability and accessibility in Nunavut.
Check back often for updates and explore the latest happenings!
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Important information about the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB)!
Shared via Inclusion Canada The federal government has announced that applications for the CDB will open on June 20, 2025. Full details will be available on that date. The government has indicated that Individuals who have been approved for the disability tax credit and who meet most of the eligibility criteria as listed on the…
Join Us!
NDMS values the insight and experiences of our fellow Nunavummiut. We continue to learn and grow when we share knowledge.
Advocacy works best when we work together. Whether you are a lifetime advocate or new to our cause, we invite you to join us. We welcome new ideas and value enthusiasm from members and volunteers, new and old.
