Alberta Council of Disability Services
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Alberta Council of Disability Services
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Hosted virtually via Zoom on October 20, 2026, from 10 AM to 12 PM MT.
Session Overview
This 90-minute session is aimed at emerging leaders within the Community Disability Services sector, although available to anyone interested in intercultural and disability bias, and disability justice. Participants will explore the theory of bias and different kinds of biases, including conscious and subconscious bias, intercultural bias and disability-related biases. Through stories and examples, participants will gain an understanding of how bias can appear and impact community and group care settings. The session will also discuss how cultural beliefs shape a person's perception of care accessibility and support services.
Presenter
Brooke Leifso, Norquest College
Fees
Discount: We are offering a 10% discount for organizations registering 11 or more learners for a webinar session. Simply go to the registration page linked below, select the "Register Now" button, add 11 or more attendees (or "Tickets") during registration, and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout.
Certificate of Participation: To receive a Certificate of Participation, participants are requested to attend the webinar using the email address associated with your registration. A Certificate Request Form will be emailed to participants after the webinar sessions and will be available from November 2 to November 30. To receive a certificate, participants are requested to complete the form and select the webinar(s) attended. Certificates will be issued upon verification of full attendance.
Registration deadline: October 14, 2026, 3 PM MT
About Impact+ Webinars
The Impact+ webinars build on the insights and discussions initiated at our previous Impact conferences. Curated for professionals in the CDS sector, these sessions are designed to provide critical knowledge and practical tools to enhance effectiveness for frontline staff and middle managers, while offering valuable guidance for current and emerging leaders.
In addition to the fall Impact+ webinar series, ACDS also hosts standalone webinars throughout the year. These timely sessions respond to emerging issues, opportunities, and areas of interest in the sector, ensuring continued learning throughout the year. Register for other webinars offered here.
