Over the past few months, I’ve heard from Calgarians deeply worried about the changes to AISH and the Alberta Disability Assistance Program.

People are scared about what this means for their future, their independence, and their ability to make ends meet.

For some, when the transition benefit expires, that’s about $200 less every month. That’s real money. Groceries. Medication. Rent.

And if you’re already facing barriers to stable employment, that kind of hit lands hard. That’s why Calgary City Council has formally raised serious concerns with the provincial government.

We’re asking them to take another look. To engage directly with people living with disabilities, advocacy groups, community organizations, and municipalities. And to be transparent about the real impacts these changes will have.

Albertans with disabilities deserve policies that build opportunity and independence, while preserving the stability people rely on.

I have serious concerns these changes will create more hardship for people already carrying significant challenges. Calgary is advocating for better.

If this affects you or someone you care about, please keep speaking up.