298 U of G faculty took suicide alertness training in the fall of 2017, only 14 took Mental Health First Aid Hailey Salvian
CBC, Originally Posted: Jan 20, 2018
The University of Guelph does not have mandatory mental health training for faculty and staff, but instead relies on an optional “training framework” for professors and staff to learn how to support students with mental health issues.
Team building is a vital part of the workplace. It creates a positive work culture, builds trust, and mitigates conflict. Team building also helps break the ice with new employees. When planning your team building activities for workers, be sure to consider how you can make it accessible for all team members.
Bowling is one of many inclusive team building activities for workers with disabilities. The majority of bowling alleys are accessible.
The features of a computer have come a long way, especially for accessibility. For many people, using a computer is easy. However, is using a computer just as easy for those who have a disability, or is it harder? For this post, we will outline some of the High Sierra accessibility features for people with hearing impairments. Keep in mind that while many features are available across the whole Apple product line, the features may differ depending on the age of the product.
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Alliance Update United for a Barrier-Free Ontario for All People with Disabilities https://www.aodaalliance.org aodafeedback@gmail.com Twitter: @aodaalliance
June 29, 2018
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Today, Friday, June 29, 2018, Ontario Premier Doug Ford and his new Progressive Conservative Government’s Cabinet will be sworn in. We should then know who will be the new Cabinet minister with lead responsibility for the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act’s (AODA) implementation and enforcement.
Policy has been criticized by student groups as well as the Ontario Human Rights Commission The Canadian Press, June 27, 2018
The University of Toronto has decided to implement a policy that could place students with mental health issues on a mandatory leave of absence if the school deems it necessary.
