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How universities can help make our cities more accessible for people with disabilities
People living with disabilities, ranging in severity, regularly face barriers. Oftentimes, built environments are designed in ways that...
lison435
Feb 41 min read
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Groovy gifts for fundraisers power non profit
one by one®: Cerebral Palsy Alberta Cerebral Palsy Alberta, an affiliate of the international organization United Cerebral Palsy, is a...
lison435
Feb 41 min read
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Edmonton disability advocates call for better snow clearing for accessibility
As Edmonton gets fresh snowfall, Edmontonians with mobility issues are sounding the alarm over accessibility — saying the city isn’t...
lison435
Feb 31 min read
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Swimmer from Medicine Hat with cerebral palsy wins gold medals in provincials
A nine year old girl from Medicine Hat with cerebral palsy took home three gold medals from a swim meet in Edmonton the weekend of Jan....
lison435
Feb 31 min read
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RBC Invests $1 Million in Glenbow to Drive Increased Accessibility
Glenbow is delighted to announce a $1 million gift from the RBC Foundation as part of RBC's new Community Infrastructure Fund....
lison435
Jan 311 min read
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Join the Creating Possibilities Club: Make an Impact Every Month
Imagine being part of a movement that changes lives—every single month. When you join the Creating Possibilities Club, you become a...
lison435
Jan 301 min read
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Medicine Hat mother among many waiting years for Alberta family disability support
Rebekah Klassen is the mother of a child who has disabilities. She said that if her son is not receiving provincial support, he’s not...
lison435
Jan 271 min read
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'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...
lison435
Dec 11, 20241 min read
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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 ...
lison435
Dec 6, 20241 min read
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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...
lison435
Dec 4, 20241 min read
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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...
lison435
Nov 29, 20241 min read
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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...
lison435
Nov 27, 20241 min read
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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?”...
lison435
Nov 26, 20241 min read
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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...
lison435
Nov 25, 20241 min read
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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...
lison435
Nov 22, 20241 min read
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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...
lison435
Nov 6, 20241 min read
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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...
lison435
Oct 29, 20241 min read
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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...
lison435
Oct 29, 20241 min read
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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...
lison435
Oct 22, 20241 min read
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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...
lison435
Oct 21, 20241 min read
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