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âImagine if you had a loved one with a disability who was non-verbal. On Monday, Canada s national advisory committee on immunization released updated guidance for vaccine prioritization and disabled people living in group homes are mentioned under âStage 2,â but there is no direct mention of those not living in a group home. âI would think it would be common sense to prioritize the disability community but it doesnât appear to be ⦠on the governmentâs radar,â said Kirby-McIntosh. Advocates argue that disabled people should be included in the initial stages of vaccination because some disabled people struggle with public health measures such as wearing a mask and physical distancing.