Safety fears as Winnipeg hospital bus stop moved
The relocation of a bus stop from Victoria Hospital in Winnipeg has raised significant safety and accessibility concerns for vulnerable patients and staff. Learn about the community's response.
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Vancouver may stop using X.com for official meeting updates
A Vancouver city councillor is pushing to end the city's dependence on X.com for posting meeting updates, citing platform instability and accessibility concerns. Learn about the proposed shift.
Ottawa installs oversized pedestrian crossing button for accessibility
Ottawa installs a large pedestrian crossing button on Centerpointe Drive to improve accessibility for users with mobility devices. Learn about the city's inclusive design initiative.
AI-Media Helps Governments Meet ADA Web Accessibility Rules
AI-Media launches a compliance initiative to support U.S. state and local governments facing mandatory WCAG 2.1 AA deadlines for digital content in 2026 and 2027. Learn about the tools and webinar.
SMCDSB Schools Get Funding for Accessibility Upgrades
Holy Trinity Catholic High School in Bradford among schools receiving provincial funding for accessibility improvements. Learn how this investment supports inclusive education.
Accessibility Office in Limbo After Government Criticism
Canada's federal accessibility office faces uncertainty after highlighting government failures in implementing disability legislation. Learn how this impacts disability rights across the country.
Windsor maintains 10 AM council meeting times
Windsor City Council will continue 10 a.m. meetings while conducting broader review of municipal schedule. Decision affects public accessibility and government operations.
Windsor Politicians Face Criticism Over Rare Meeting
Windsor residents question elected officials' accessibility amid rare meeting controversy and ongoing trade war impacts. Learn about the concerns facing this Canadian border city.
Unhoused B.C. woman discharged from hospital without shelter
A wheelchair-bound woman and caregiver allege poor treatment and unsafe discharge from Abbotsford hospital despite lacking shelter. Read the concerning details.
News crew trapped in Montreal REM station elevator
A Montreal news group found themselves trapped when an elevator malfunctioned at the city's new light rail station. The incident highlights accessibility concerns in Montreal's public transit infrastructure.
WestJet power wheelchair weight cap leaves travelers grounded
WestJet's 250-pound power wheelchair weight restriction is preventing Canadians with disabilities from flying. Advocates demand policy changes for accessible air travel.
Windsor allows Street Help wheelchair ramp after review
Windsor clarifies bylaw rules, permitting Street Help to continue using portable wheelchair ramp after initial confusion over legality. Accessibility prevails.
New Regina Police Office Opens in Cornwall Centre
The Regina Police Service enhances community accessibility with a new downtown office inside Cornwall Centre. Learn how this initiative strengthens police-community relations.
Nurse Practitioners Improve Cancer Care Access at LHSC
London Health Sciences Centre enhances cancer care accessibility through nurse practitioners. Positive patient feedback confirms improved treatment experiences and streamlined healthcare delivery.
Durham Hospital Expands Services, Reduces Patient Travel
Durham's hospital is undergoing a significant transformation with new specialized services that will keep local patients closer to home, reducing travel burdens for families across Ontario.
New Brunswick unveils 5-year accessibility plan
New Brunswick launches comprehensive strategy to create barrier-free province by addressing physical, digital, and social accessibility challenges through multi-year action plan.
Menopause Care Gap: Accessible But Unaffordable in Canada
While menopause care is becoming more available across Canada, new research reveals that financial barriers prevent many women from accessing essential treatments and support services.
Disability advocate supports Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment
In a surprising move, disability advocate David Lepofsky endorses the controversial Lansdowne 2.0 project, citing significant accessibility improvements over current facilities.
Saskatoon Mom Pushes for Wheelchair-Accessible Playgrounds
A determined Saskatoon mother is transforming local playgrounds to ensure children with mobility challenges can play alongside their peers, sparking an accessibility movement across Saskatchewan.
Carney: Disability inclusion key to public service renewal
Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney argues that tapping into the talents of people with disabilities could transform Canada's public service and address critical workforce shortages.
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