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OC Transpo orders ‘spotters’ back to all LRT platforms after CCTV system glitches – Ottawa
The company maintaining the Confederation Line has hauled back staff to monitor all LRT platforms after the CCTV camera system that helps train operators depart stations safely went down on Wednesday, according to OC Transpo.Those dedicated workers...
Lumsden man hopes rule changes can improve hunting accessibility in Saskatchewan
Bobbie Cherepuschak has been hunting in Saskatchewan for nearly 20 years.An avid outdoorsman, Cherepuschak, who has spina bifida and uses a wheelchair to get around, has found a way to take his expeditions to the next level.Warning:...
Six families with disabilities move into affordable housing units in Saskatoon – Saskatoon
Posted February 28, 2020 8:30 pm Updated March 2, 2020 9:23 am Smaller font Descrease article font size -A Larger font Increase article font size A+ Six families in Saskatoon have a new place to...
Province investing $355K to help Bus Stop Theatre complete major renovations – Halifax
The Bus Stop Theatre, a multi-use performance venue located on Gottingen Street in Halifax, is receiving $355,000 in funding to complete its major renovations.The province said the work will begin once the building is acquired from its...
Vaudreuil residents struggle with lack of accessibility during the winter – Montreal
Piero Gervasi, who is paralyzed from the waist down and uses a wheelchair, recently moved into a condo in Vaudreuil for more accessibility.The interior of the condo has an open concept, with elevators and an exterior ramp,...
Action Centre, Habilitas Foundation joining forces to benefit Montrealers with disabilities – Montreal
After 22 years of operations, the Action Centre is joining forces with the Habilitas Foundation.The Action Centre is a bilingual, multicultural community organization for adults with motor and/or cognitive disabilities. The Habilitas Foundation is dedicated to inspire,...
Regina Peewee B Rebels nominated for Chevrolet Good Deeds Cup
The Regina Peewee B Rebels are representing Saskatchewan in the Chevrolet Good Deeds Cup.Through bottle drives and raffles, the team raised more than $4,000 to purchase skating equipment for a boy living with a severe disability. READ...
Federal Agencies in Canada Invite Public Input on Air Travel for Persons with Disabilities | Best Brothers Group of Companies
Americas, Transportation, December 4 2019CANADA: Two separate federal agencies issued announcements Tuesday on life with a disability in Canada — one seeking greater input on hot-button issues and the other urging society at large to challenge its preconceptions....
Communities in British Columbia Urged to Improve Access for Persons with Disabilities | Best Brothers Group of Companies
Americas, News, September 16 2019CANADA: The unemployment rate for people with disabilities is close to 50 per cent, and B.C. needs them as much as they want to work, the president of the B.C. Chamber of Commerce...
Government of Canada Announces New Accessible Technology Program Funding Recipients | Best Brothers Group of Companies
Americas, Assistive Technology, September 9 2019CANADA: Canadians with disabilities deserve the same opportunities to find good jobs, contribute to their communities, and build a better life for themselves and their families. Yet many Canadians with disabilities still face...
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