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lison435
Dec 11, 20241 min read
'Like a jail': A disability can make rural Alberta unliveable
A vast majority of people with disabilities in Canada face accessibility barriers, according to new data from Statistics Canada. For...
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lison435
Dec 6, 20241 min read
LEGO Launches New Toys Representing Children With Hidden Disabilities
Hidden disabilities encompass both physical and mental conditions, including autism , mental health disorders, diabetes, chronic pain ...
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lison435
Dec 4, 20241 min read
20 Canadian books to mark International Day of Persons with Disabilities
CBC put together a list of 20 Canadian works of fiction, nonfiction, poetry and books for young readers to highlight disabled writers and...
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lison435
Nov 29, 20241 min read
Mobility vehicles helping preschool children with disabilities gain independence
Five new mobility vehicles are helping preschool children with disabilities unlock opportunities for more independence. For the past six...
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lison435
Nov 27, 20241 min read
Rural Albertans with disabilities positioned to benefit from accessibility legislation, NDP says
The UCP may be misreading the needs of rural Albertans with disabilities, said a shadow cabinet minister planning to introduce an...
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lison435
Nov 26, 20241 min read
From Rogers Place to Winspear Centre, here's how accessible Edmonton concert venues are
For most people buying a concert ticket questions like, “How am I going to get into a venue?” or “Where will I go to the bathroom?”...
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lison435
Nov 25, 20241 min read
Wicked’s depiction of disability is refreshing – thanks to authentic casting and an accessible set
Warning: this article contains spoilers for Wicked. With the release of Wicked: Part I , actor Marissa Bode is making history as the...
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lison435
Nov 22, 20241 min read
Renaud pushes Alberta government on accessibility with private member’s bill coming soon
St. Albert MLA and NDP community and social services critic says the province is slipping behind the Canadian government and all...
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lison435
Nov 6, 20241 min read
Accessible Winter Mountain Experiences in the Rockies and Beyond
A guide to accessible adventuring, dining and accommodations in the regional Rockies and beyond. Let’s be real: winter mountain sports...
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lison435
Oct 29, 20241 min read
Alberta publishes new accessibility standard guide, but Minister says more work to do
Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver said while the changes will be helpful to some, more can be done, especially because existing...
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lison435
Oct 29, 20241 min read
Calgary photographer captures 'limitless potential' of people with disabilities in new exhibit
Lionel Migrino, 31, wants his exhibit to empower those within the disability community and teach others about the lives, stories and...
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lison435
Oct 22, 20241 min read
Adaptiv Home Renovation Specialists can help incorporate accessibility measures to suit current and future needs
Seniors are the fastest growing demographic in Canada – almost 20 per cent of the Canadian population is over 65 years old, according to...
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lison435
Oct 21, 20241 min read
Inclusive Halloween village in Calgary supports children with disabilities
An inclusive Halloween village in Calgary encouraging homeowners to trick-or-treat from their driveways to support children with...
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lison435
Oct 17, 20241 min read
GP residents invited to mark International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Grande Prairie will celebrate the 2024 International Day of Persons with Disabilities during the planning committee’s annual event on...
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lison435
Oct 17, 20241 min read
Lethbridge girl with cerebral palsy gets ‘unforgettable’ Starlight Foundation experience
LETHBRIDGE, AB – A local child and her family took a once-in-a-lifetime train journey through the Rocky Mountains. On September 26, 2024,...
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lison435
Oct 3, 20241 min read
Raising awareness about disability employment, inclusion and accessibility in Edmonton
Advocates and community members in Edmonton are raising awareness about disability employment in Alberta’s capital, and making the city...
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lison435
Oct 3, 20241 min read
Unique theatre experience in Calgary combines art and accessibility
When Ebony Gooden moved to Calgary, she knew she wanted to teach people to listen to something other than just a voice. “When I came...
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lison435
Oct 1, 20241 min read
Austin Powers-themed gala raising money for Cerebral Palsy Alberta
Groovy, baby! The HUSH Gala will be raising money for Cerebral Palsy Alberta, all while channeling Austin Powers. Cindy Turnquist with...
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lison435
Sep 10, 20241 min read
Job program for Albertans with developmental disabilities brought back at NorQuest College
A job skills program for students with developmental disabilities at NorQuest College's Edmonton campus will continue. The future of the...
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lison435
Sep 10, 20241 min read
Downtown Lethbridge tree surrounds combine ‘accessibility, safety and cost effectiveness’
New tree surrounds in downtown Lethbridge combine accessibility, safety, beauty and cost effectiveness. According to the City of...
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