At Empower, the Disability Resource Centre, we break barriers every day. Barriers to access. To knowledge. To choices. Anyone with a disability can use our services. And anyone can help, through volunteering, donations, or even a career with EmpowerNL. EmpowerNL is a vital part of our community, and the need for our services is growing. With your support, you’ll be helping even more people find their path to independent living.
March 27, 2026
Don't miss April's Lunch Club, where members of Empower come together to enjoy a meal at a restaurant in our community. This also gives restaurant owners a chance to learn more about making their places accessible and welcoming for everyone....
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March 26, 2026
Join us for an afternoon of celebrating Easter! Each member will receive Easter cookies and items to decorate their cookies. Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026 Time: 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Location: Empower Kitchen Register here: Easter Cookie Decorating Registration...
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March 20, 2026
Yesterday marked a significant milestone for the disability community in Newfoundland and Labrador. With the passage of Bill 1 - An Act Respecting the Disability Advocate, we recognize the result of many years of dedicated effort by advocates, individuals with...
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EmpowerNL is a consumer-controlled, non-profit organization that provides leadership in the delivery of cross-disability services and supports while promoting a more inclusive society within Newfoundland and Labrador.
Empower’s vision for Newfoundland Labrador is an inclusive community for all; a society that embraces diversity and the rights of all individuals to choice, self-determination, and independent living.
- Individuals’ right to choice and self-determination
- Member controlled and full inclusion for persons with disability