by Timi | Oct 28, 2024 | Assistive Devices, Assistive Technology & Devices, Canadians with Disabilities Act, Chronic Illness, Communication Barriers, Hearing Disabilities, Physical Barriers
The healthcare landscape presents unique challenges for individuals with disabilities. They often encounter barriers that limit their access to quality care and equitable treatment. From physical obstacles in medical facilities to communication challenges and the need... 
by Timi | Oct 24, 2024 | Assistive Devices, Assistive Technology & Devices, Canadians with Disabilities Act, Chronic Illness, Communication Barriers, Communication Disabilities, Hearing Disabilities, Legislation, Medical Technology, Mental Health Disabilities
The healthcare landscape presents unique challenges for individuals with disabilities. They often encounter barriers that limit their access to quality care and equitable treatment. From physical obstacles in medical facilities to communication challenges and the need... 
by Timi | Jul 30, 2024 | Accessible Documents, AODA Standards, Assistive Technology & Devices, Canadians with Disabilities Act, Information & Communications, Media Coverage, Websites
Colorado is one of the first states to mandate that both state and local government agencies adhere to web accessibility standards, with the coming into effect of House Bill 21-1110. As of July 1, 2024, all government agencies are required to implement accessible... 
by Timi | Jul 21, 2024 | Accessible Parking, Accessible Transportation, Assistive Devices, Assistive Technology & Devices, Canadians with Disabilities Act, Transportation
An Olds, Alta., woman with accessibility issues is speaking out against the town after local bylaw officers informed her she would receive a $5,000 fine if she was caught using her mobility scooter on any street, sidewalk or pathway in town. Jennifer Clarke, 48, was... 
by Timi | Jun 30, 2024 | Accessible Employment, Assistive Devices, Assistive Technology & Devices, Canadians with Disabilities Act, Company Culture, Employing People with Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Invisible Disabilities
In today’s fast-paced work environment, diversity and inclusion have taken centre stage, and among these, disability inclusion is a crucial aspect that deserves our full attention. Ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities enriches our... 
by Timi | May 11, 2024 | Accessible Transportation, Air Travel, Canadian Transport Agency, Canadians with Disabilities Act, Legislation, Transportation
Wrapping up the National Air Accessibility Summit on Thursday, federal ministers said the airline industry has agreed to adopt a common medical form and explore improved data-sharing but did not announce new penalties for mistreating travellers with disabilities. The...