Open letter to cancel ADAP signed by former members of the Premier's Council on the Status of Persons with Disabilieis

Open letter to cancel ADAP signed by Former members of the Premier's Council

Almost 20 former members of the Premier's Council on the Status of Persons with Disabilities, appointed Albertans who understand the government and how it works, all signed and sent an open letter today, Tuesday, November 25th, to request the Alberta government to protect the dignity and livelihood of Albertans with Disabilities. The letter requests:

1. The Alberta Disability Assistance Program ADAP be cancelled.
2. To consult with individuals about the barriers to employment. 
The letter can be viewed on the Action Network website, which also has a petition.

About Bill 12, (1st reading) Tuesday afternoon, November 25th, 2025

In a provincial news release that included Bill 12, Honourable MLA Nate Horner, the Treasury and Finance Minister, tabled the legislation this afternoon.  Bill 12,  Government of Alberta Website, which passed a 1st reading this afternoon. 

Link to news release 

The Alberta website says "If passed, this legislation would enable the new Alberta Disability Assistance Program (ADAP), offering increased flexibility and support for disabled Albertans. ADAP would allow disabled Albertans to receive the highest level of employment income in the country while continuing to receive financial benefits.

This legislation would also modernize the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act and Public Trustee Act to better serve vulnerable individuals requiring assistance with personal or financial matters. 

"With these amendments, we’re opening the door for people with disabilities to build the careers they want without having to sacrifice the supports they rely on, and we’re cleaning up outdated processes so families can get the help they need, when they need it."

-Jason Nixon, Minister of Assisted Living and Social Services