In the third review of the AODA, the Honourable David Onley recommends needed improvements to the Act. One of these improvements is the need to ensure that public money funds structures and services accessible to everyone. During public meetings Onley held before his review, attendees requested government commitment to spending public money on accessible structures and services.
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Accessible Government Workplaces and Services
In the third review of the AODA, the Honourable David Onley recommends needed improvements to the Act. One of these improvements is the need for accessible government workplaces and services. During the public meetings Onley held while preparing his review, attendees requested government commitment to employment and service accessibility. Attendees expect the government to show other organizations what full workplace and customer service accessibility looks like.
The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Alliance Asks Toronto Mayor John Tory to Help Ensure that Canada’s Largest City Does Not Lift the Ban on Electric Scooters
Torontonians with Disabilities Need Mayor Tory’s Leadership to Prevent the Dangers to Their Safety and Accessibility that E-Scooters Pose
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Alliance Update United for a Barrier-Free Society for All People with Disabilities
Web: http://www.aodaalliance.org Email: aodafeedback@gmail.com Twitter: @aodaalliance Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/aodaalliance/
February 6, 2020
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‘There are No Rules’ When it Comes to Restaurant Accessibility in Halifax
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Abby Surrette says people with disabilities are expected to “hermit away,” but the reality is they live vibrant social lives.
Local Artist Hopes to Help Improve Accessibility of Art
CTVNewsBarrie.ca Staff
Published Friday, January 31, 2020 6:14PM EST
BARRIE –Orillia’s Robyn Rennie has found an alternative way to create art.
After losing most of her vision, the artist turned to technology.
“Within six days, I was completely blind. It just shut down my optic nerve,” Rennie said.
She was able to gain back some of her vision by doing an experimental treatment, but it’s still a challenge.