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What is discrimination, ableism and inclusion?

Learn about discrimination, ableism, and inclusion through Holland Bloorview resources.

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What is ableism? 

Ableism refers to discrimination (unfair treatment) towards people with disabilities

Learn about discrimination, ableism, and inclusion through Holland Bloorview resources. 

Guide on ableism

What is Ableism? - created by Holland Bloorview, this guide provides information about ableism and disability inclusion. 


Source: Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital. What is ableism? [Internet]. Toronto, Ontario: Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital [cited 2025 Jan 24].

Video on advocacy

Kid2Kid Advice - Advocacy - created by Holland Bloorview, this video offers advocacy advice for kids (run time: 2 minutes and 10 seconds).


Source: Kid2Kid Advice - Advocacy [Internet]. Toronto, Ontario: Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital; 2021 Aug 12 [cited 2025 Jan 24].

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