by Timi | Apr 22, 2024 | Accessible Buildings, Accessible Employment, Accessible Entrances, Accessible Parking, Accessible Recreation, Accessible Retail, Accessible Transportation, Assistive Devices, Assistive Technology & Devices, Physical Barriers, Physical Disabilities
In a world striving for inclusivity, it’s imperative to recognize and address the barriers that prevent individuals with disabilities from fully participating in society. Accessible infrastructure goes beyond physical accommodations; it’s about fostering a... 
by Timi | Feb 28, 2024 | Accessible Documents, Accessible Retail, AODA Compliance, AODA Standards, Customer Service, Information & Communications
In today’s dynamic and interconnected world, businesses are awakening to the realization that inclusive marketing is not merely a strategic choice but an imperative. As our societies become more diverse and globalized, organizations are recognizing the... 
by Timi | Jul 30, 2023 | Accessible Buildings, Accessible Entrances, Accessible Retail, Assistive Technology & Devices, Visual Disabilities
Nadia Mattiazzo remembers going to her regular café one day back in 2016 and trying to buy a cup of coffee. To her shock and dismay, she found there was no way she could pay for it. Mattiazzo, who is blind, said the café had installed a new eftpos machine overnight... 
by Timi | May 27, 2023 | Accessible Employment, Accessible Retail, Canadians with Disabilities Act, Company Culture, Employing People with Disabilities, Physical Disabilities
The 2010 Census found that 1 in 5 people have a disability in the United States. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 54 million people living with disabilities represent approximately $1 trillion in aggregate income that translates into more than $220 billion in... 
by Timi | May 8, 2023 | Accessible Retail, Company Culture, Customer Service, Physical Disabilities
A smart business strives to appeal to as many customers as possible and customers with disabilities love to shop and spend money as much as the next guy. There are over 48.9 million living with a disability in the U.S. Taking notice and appreciating our buying-power... by Trish Robichaud | Sep 20, 2017 | "AccessTALK with Trish" Radio Show, Accessible Retail
AccessTALKwithTrish.com – Radio Episode [spp-player] [spp-transcript] Or CLICK HERE to download transcript [rev_slider alias=”sonny-brar”] My guest this week was Sonny Brar, who comes with over 14 years of Retail, Human Resources, Health, Safety,...