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Canuck (/ k ə ˈ n ʌ k / kə-NUK) is a slang term for a Canadian, though its semantic nuances are manifold. [1] A variety of theories have been postulated for the etymological origins of the term. [2] The term Kanuck is first recorded in 1835 as an Americanism, originally referring to Dutch Canadians (which included German Canadians) or ...
[1] However identity-first language, as in "autistic person" or "deaf person", is preferred by many people and organizations. [2] Language can influence individuals' perception of disabled people and disability. [3] Views vary with geography and culture, over time, and among individuals.
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Slang words used widely in Canada. Subcategories. This category has only the following subcategory. N. Native American slang (5 P) Pages in category "Canadian slang"
Disability in Canada affects approximately 8 million individuals aged 15 and older. [1] [2] According to the 2022 survey by Statistics Canada of those reporting a disability nearly 42% of seniors had four or more co-occurring disabilities, while 43% of youth and 36% of working-age adults had two or three types.
Pages in category "Canadian people with disabilities" The following 17 pages are in this category, out of 17 total. This list may not reflect recent changes.
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The Accessible Canada Act (ACA; French: Loi canadienne sur l'accessibilité) is a Canada-wide accessibility act that applies to the federal public sector, Crown corporations, and all federally-regulated organizations, [2] building on the Canadian Human Rights Act and focuses on the prohibition of discrimination based on disability. [3]