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Disability Life
CBCÂ is excited to announce the launch of Disability Life, a new content hub designed to be a dedicated resource for Canadians with disabilities, their caregivers, and allies. The creation of this hub was directly inspired by feedback from their disabled audience members where they said it was difficult to find disability-related content scattered across platforms. Disability Life solves this by bringing together news, arts, sports, and more into one easy-to-find destination..
Leah Ison
Nov 181 min read
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Breaking barriers: A path to inclusion in the Canadian workplace
How a Calgary-based job board builds pathways to inclusion in Canada’s labour market Today marks the start of Disability Employment...
Leah Ison
Oct 21 min read
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I worried about being a mom with a disability. Now, I've embraced it — all with one hand
Finding out I was pregnant was one of the few times I doubted my ability to overcome and adapt. This First Person column is the...
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Oct 11 min read
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Robot helps children walk as part of pilot project at Calgary schools
Seven-year-old Isabella (Izzy) Sheldon got the chance to use the Trexo at the Alberta Children's Hospital. She was diagnosed with Rett...
News Article
Sep 81 min read
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Sustainability Meets Inclusion: Go Green for CP Alberta
At CP Alberta, we believe that creating a better future means caring for both people and the planet. That’s why we’re proud to run the Go...
Leah Ison
Jul 112 min read
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YW Calgary to end children, family counselling due to provincial funding cuts
By Lauryn Heintz Posted Jul 9, 2025 3:48 pm. An organization that supports women and children by addressing family violence and poverty...
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Jul 102 min read
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‘The spirit of Ukraine’: Fundraising journey begins for man with cerebral palsy
They call him the Ukrainian Terry Fox. Born with cerebral palsy, Ukrainian man Oleksandr Kyyanytsya, set forth on a walking journey from...
News Article
Jul 71 min read
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Empowering Technology
Keeping people with disabilities connected through digital literacy Today, many of us take our ability to navigate technology for...
News Article
Jul 72 min read
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Opportunity for kids: Apply to participate in accessible news feedback sessions
CBC Kids News is excited to invite children to apply to participate in upcoming feedback sessions that will help us shape our content! We...
Leah Ison
Jul 71 min read
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50 for 50 Grind
On June 21st, Chris completed his 50 for 50 Grind for Cerebral Palsy Alberta. See below for his recap: @acceptnolimit on Instagram This...
Leah Ison
Jun 232 min read
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Opinion: In Alberta’s grab for federal cash, Albertans with disabilities pay the price
By Emily Phillipos, Adam Cembrowski, Thomas Feth, Chris Wiebe, Andrew Green and Anna Lund, Calgary Herald Starting in July, Canadians...
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Jun 201 min read
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Cochrane community bands together to raise $43K to buy robotic legs for 3-year-old with cerebral palsy
Dan Kroffat hit his target and now Brielle Aguilar, a three-year-old girl with cerebral palsy, will get an opportunity to live her life...
News Article
Jun 161 min read
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CBC Announce Third Round of AccessCBC Program for Creators with a Disability
CBC announced the third round of AccessCBC: A CBC Initiative for Creators with a Disability, a national program for Deaf and disabled...
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Jun 32 min read
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Casting Call
Voices 4 Ability Radio (V4A)  is seeking talented voice actors for our upcoming podcast series, Crime of Dispassion .  V4A is Canada’s...
Leah Ison
Jun 31 min read
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Celebrate National AccessAbility Week with CBC
Over the past year, CBC has been committed to amplifying the voices and experiences of people with disabilities through diverse and...
News Article
May 221 min read
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WestJet joins global initiative to support guests through the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program
Today, WestJet launched its participation in the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program, enhancing its commitment to providing a welcoming...
News Article
May 141 min read
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Nanton Senior Centre awarded funding for accessibility improvements
Nanton’s Senior Centre just received a funding boost to enhance accessibility.   Kozy Korner was among the Community Foundation of...
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May 141 min read
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Apple announces new accessibility features, including future support for brain implants
Apple on Tuesday announced a range of accessibility features coming to its devices later this year. New Accessibility Nutrition Labels...
News Article
May 131 min read
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Looking for financial support for post-secondary school?
Here you go! Spinal Cord Injury Canada has four scholarships worth $1,000 to $1,500 each for people with spinal cord injuries. The...
lison435
May 91 min read
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Accessible transit service in Edmonton celebrates 50 years
The City of Edmonton celebrated 50 years of Dedicated Accessible Transit Service (DATS), the paratransit service. The door-to-door...
News Article
May 71 min read
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