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Where Comedy Meets Community.
Proceeds from LaughAbility help support programs for persons with intellectual disabilities.
LaughAbility is a night where comedians with disabilities take the mic, steal the spotlight, and keep the laughs rolling. Big jokes, bigger personalities, and a seriously good time—all supporting DASC’s programs.
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Past Talent
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Tina Friml is an award-winning standup comedian who uses animated optimism to talk about living with cerebral palsy. In 2024, she was named one of Variety’s Top 10 Comics To Watch. Her sharp jokes and fearless honesty about the social assumptions that come with living with a disability has earned Tina a dedicated social media following with over 237K followers on Instagram and over 187K on Tiktok. She made her late night debut on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. She can also be seen on the Comedy Central series Featuring and was a 2019 New Face in the acclaimed Just For Laughs Festival. She performs all over the country to sold out audiences and fans.
Tina Friml
Laughability 2025
Ahren Belisle is a comedian and digital creator whose deadpan delivery and fearless material have made him a breakout talent in the disability comedy scene. Using text-to-speech on stage, Ahren mixes sharp observational humour with a distinct comedic perspective that has earned him millions of views and a rapidly growing fanbase. He performs across Canada and the U.S., bringing a fresh, unforgettable voice to modern standup.
Ahren Belisle
Laughability 2024
Josh Menchions is an award-winning comedian whose sharp wit and fearless storytelling shine a hilarious spotlight on life with cerebral palsy. Known for his high-energy presence and clever, truth-packed punchlines, Josh has quickly become a standout voice in Canada’s comedy scene. His bold perspective and electric delivery have earned him a fast-growing following and performances across the country. Josh has appeared at major comedy festivals, entertained sold-out audiences, and continues to push boundaries with comedy that’s as smart as it is side-splitting.
Josh Menchions
Laughability 2023
