PWD Allies

A long-awaited Rant & Rave episode has returned! Are disability support services adequately funded? Now that BC NDP have killed the carbon tax, how is government supposed to pay for anything? Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: April 4, 2025.

PWD Allies is the best disability podcast in Canada. In this episode, we celebrate Autism Day a little bit early with our special guest Peter Cunnington. Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: March 31, 2025.

PWD Allies is the best disability podcast in Canada. Get the latest update on the Cowichan Valley transit system in British Columbia, Canada. Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: March 28, 2025.

Today, we celebrate the growth of our YouTube channel & PWD Allies podcast with Neil's Happy Birthday livestream. PWD Allies is the best podcast about disability advocacy in Canada. Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: March 25, 2025.

Are you frustrated with your Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) symptoms? You're not alone! Join us as we delve into the emotional and physical struggles of living with IBS. Tom Pogson is our guest. Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: March 21, 2025.

Discover the truth about Bill 7 and its implications as we dive into the controversy surrounding David Eby's newly proposed legislation. Is the BC premier clueless about his own bill? Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: March 17, 2025.

In this video, we're exploring a common myth surrounding Cerebral Palsy: does it really mean your brain is numb? We'll delve into the facts and debunk common misconceptions about this neurological disorder, discussing what it really means to live with Cerebral Palsy. Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: March 14, 2025

Sean Towgood, creator and lead actor of CBC Gem TV series YOU'RE MY HERO is our guest on PWD Allies podcast. YOU'RE MY HERO Season 2 launches March 14 in honour of National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month. Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: March 10, 2025.

Tamara Taggart is demanding justice for Florence Girard. In this powerful episode, Taggart shares her feelings about the tragic injustice of Girard. As president of Down Syndrome BC, Tamara Taggart says the legacy of Florence Girard must be systemic change and far better accountability from Community Living British Columbia. Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: March 7, 2025.

Join the conversation as we challenge the traditional perceptions of disability and explore the flaws in our current definition. From societal stigma to medical model limitations, we'll delve into the complexities of disability and why it's time to rethink our approach. Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: March 3, 2025. Hosted by Brent Frain.

Toronto-area disability advocate Dan Trayes is our guest on PWD Allies podcast. Join us as we explore the potential impact of the Ontario Election 2025 on people with disabilities. From accessibility to inclusivity, we'll dive into the key issues that matter most to the disability community. Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: February 28, 2025. Hosted by Brent Frain.

In this eye-opening video, we're shining a light on the WORST disability policies in Canada that are failing to support those who need it most. From inadequate funding to discriminatory practices, we're exposing the harsh realities of living with a disability in Canada. Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: February 24, 2025.

BC Budget 2025 will be announced on March 4, but what does it mean for people with disabilities? Unfortunately, it appears that there will be no increase to PWD Income Assistance rates. Hosted by Brent Frain. Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: February 20, 2025.

Are families of disabled persons being unfairly targeted by provincial governments? In this video, we dive into the reality of the BC provincial government punishing families of disabled persons. Hosted by Brent Frain. Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: February 17, 2025.

Canada's rental crisis is hitting one group particularly hard: people with disabilities. With rent prices in Canada skyrocketing, affordable housing becomes increasingly scarce. Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: February 14, 2025.

PWD Allies podcast host Brent Frain talks about accessible transportation and making public transit easier for the disabled. Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: February 10, 2025.

End disability poverty in Canada. Brent, Sonjia and Jeff Leggat return from Ottawa with a debriefing of how the trip went. Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: February 7, 2025.

Brent Frain takes on Ottawa to bring attention to the pressing issue of disability poverty in Canada. Millions of Canadians living with disabilities face financial hardship as a direct result of government-imposed legislated poverty. It's time for change. Be sure to watch upcoming videos of Brent & Sonjia as they travel to Ottawa, together with Jeff Leggat from Disability Action of Canada. Tun...

US tariffs are coming February 1st. As Canada's economy teeters on the brink of another Great Recession similar to 2008 collapse, one crucial question remains: Will Persons With Disabilities survive the storm? Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: January 31, 2025.

Who holds the power over human rights, God or Government? Is it a higher power that grants us our fundamental freedoms, or is it the institutions we've created that have the final say? On this episode of PWD Allies podcast, join host Brent Frain with special guests Jeff Leggat and Tom Pogson as we explore the complexities of human rights, and the role of religion & government in shaping ou...

Based on recent data supplied from Municipal Finance Authority of BC (MFA), city salaries are out of control. Burnaby mayor Mike Hurley receives an annual salary totaling $393,000. Richmond mayor Malcolm Brodie receives $362,000. Delta mayor George Harvie and Port Coquitlam's Brad West both get $347,000. And in 2023, Richmond Oval's CEO George Duncan was paid a grand total of $415,000. For compari...

On today's episode of PWD Allies podcast, host Brent Frain is joined by his editor-producer to talk about President Donald Trump's inauguration. Trump 2.0...what's in store for Canada? Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: January 20, 2025.

Justin Trudeau's government has collapsed. On this episode of PWD Allies podcast, Cheryl Hardcastle joins host Brent Frain to talk about possible implications concerning the rollout of a federal Canada Disability Benefit in July 2025. Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: January 17, 2025.

David Eby says inquiry into 2024 Elections BC integrity is "CRINGE" ?🤔 PWD Allies is the best disability podcast in Canada. On this episode, host Brent Frain is joined by his editor-producer Neil Matheson for another Rant & Rave (Part 3). Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: January 13, 2025.

It's time for ASK BRENT ANYTHING! On this episode of PWD Allies podcast, host Brent Frain takes questions from our recent YouTube comments and will also answer anything during live chat from the viewing audience. Originally aired LIVE! on YouTube: January 6, 2025.