AISH to ADAP: $200 CUT Explained
🚨Hey lemon8ers, starting July 2026, everyone on AISH will be reviewed. Unless you're palliative, you'll be moved to ADAP
- with $200 less per month.
Unless you can make about $27,000 a year at work, you'll actually be worse off under ADAP than AISH.
This isn't just numbers. This is groceries. This is rent. This is survival.
. The government is taking survey feedback until Sept 12.
Even if the process feels performative, our voices matter and need to be on record for what the truth actually looks like with the implementation of this program and how it will impact people with disabilities in Alberta.
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As someone closely following disability support policies in Alberta, I find the upcoming change from AISH to ADAP quite concerning. The $200 monthly reduction in benefits can feel like more than just a number—it translates into real hardship, affecting basic needs such as groceries, rent, and overall survival. Many recipients who cannot reach an annual income of approximately $27,000 will face greater financial strain, making it harder to maintain stability. What makes this transition even more challenging is the mandatory review process that will begin in July 2026. Almost everyone on AISH, except those who are palliative, will be shifted to ADAP. This systemic review heightens uncertainty and anxiety among people with disabilities, who rely on consistent support for daily living. Despite feeling that government surveys and consultations sometimes feel performative, it’s crucial for those affected to provide honest feedback. Sharing personal stories and the real impact of the $200 cut helps bring attention to disability justice and rights. Our collective voice can influence policymakers by revealing the true extent of hardship this policy creates. I urge everyone impacted or concerned to participate in the feedback process before the Sept 12 deadline. Raising awareness and pushing for fair treatment will help ensure that voices of people living with disabilities in Alberta are heard loud and clear. When we share experiences about navigating these financial challenges, we build solidarity and encourage a more just and supportive system for everyone affected. "WE RISE TOGETHER" is not just a slogan—it represents the strength we have to advocate for ourselves and one another during times of policy change. Staying informed, engaged, and vocal is crucial for protecting the dignity and rights of people with disabilities under the evolving ADAP program.