Calgary physician shares story of hope amidst journey to motherhood
Through triumphs and challenges, Dr. Alisha Rai is redefining motherhood and sharing her story of infertility and hope amidst a diagnosis of cerebral palsy for her son.
Features
Mar 29
Slippery Winnipeg sidewalks see mobility advocates calling for change
"At the end of the day, we just want to make sure that, you know, people can get out into the community," said David Kron, executive director of Cerebral Palsy Manitoba.
Weather
Feb 1
Disability benefit won’t lift Canadians in need above poverty line: advocates
Despite being touted by the Liberals as the budget’s largest line item, critics say the funding won't help the 1.4 million disabled people living in poverty across Canada.
Canada
Apr 22
Kelowna man with cerebral palsy vows to make customer service better for people with disabilities
For Michael Haines, a night out with a friend in Kelowna 45 years ago was a night he'll never forget. He's been determined to advocate hard for those with a disability ever since.
Features
Jan 21
Disabled Okanagan girl needs community support; fundraiser planned for March
To make transportation easier, the family is hoping to purchase a wheelchair-accessible van.
Canada
Feb 29
Air Canada CEO, advocates clash at meeting on accessible travel
Advocates and Air Canada's CEO served up opposing views of on-board accessibility for passengers on Tuesday, though both sides agree that consistency remains a problem.
Canada
Mar 20
Toronto woman charged with murdering teenage daughter acquitted by judge at retrial
After a previous conviction was overturned on appeal, an Ontario judge acquitted Cindy Ali more than a decade after the death of her daughter, who had cerebral palsy.
Canada
Jan 19
Air Canada CEO grilled by MPs over accessibility services
Lawmakers took Air Canada's CEO to task on Monday over "shocking" and failures to accommodate passengers living with disabilities.
Canada
Feb 6
Here’s how to recreate Sunday night’s stunning Oscars makeup looks
Subtle glam took center stage at last night's Oscars. Read on for how to recreate the best looks of the night with products all under $30.
The Curator
Mar 11
Air Canada fined by federal agency for failing to assist disabled passenger
The airline has acknowledged it violated disability regulations and apologized to a British Columbia man who was forced to drag himself off a flight in Las Vegas this summer.
Canada
Dec 21, 2023
Alberta Health Services offers free introduction to para hockey in Lethbridge
The program is run by AHS, which has teamed up with the Lethbridge Minor Hockey Association as well as the Lethbridge Sport Council to invite residents to try para hockey.
Canada
Dec 19, 2023
New Brunswick has highest increase in disability rates: Stats Can
New disability data shows New Brunswick had the highest increase in disability rates in Canada between 2017 and 2022. More than a third of the province has a disability.
Canada
Dec 11, 2023
Calgary charity fills gap for neurodiverse children
Step by Step helps neurodiverse children and their families with play-based, therapeutic and educational programs. Ahead of Pledge Day, Joelle Tomlinson visited the centre.
Features
Nov 30, 2023
Calgary charity transforms family’s home, ignites life-changing impact
The Mouls lives are forever changed after being the recipients of a free home accessibility renovation for five-year-old Ashley.
Features
Nov 29, 2023
Pledge Day 2023 raises $177,000 for Calgary children’s charities
QR Calgary's annual Pledge day raises funds for the Calgary Children’s Foundation and this year the live broadcast yielded a total of $177,000 in donations.
Health
Dec 2, 2023
Air Canada CEO apologizes for accessibility barriers, brings in new measures
Air Canada CEO's has apologized for the airline's accessibility shortfalls and announced new measures to improve the travel experience for those living with disabilities.
Economy
Nov 9, 2023
Advocates warn of ‘gaping holes’ in accessibility law amid issues facing travellers
Accessibility advocates are speaking out about unreliable assistance in air travel, pointing to regulatory gaps and scattershot enforcement.
Canada
Nov 10, 2023
‘Young and the Restless’ star Eric Braeden lays into ‘dismal’ Air Canada
'Now, I love VISITING CANADA, but your NATIONAL AIRLINE is NOT GOOD ADVERTISING FOR YOUR COUNTRY!!!' Eric Braeden said in his accusatory tirade.
Trending
Nov 3, 2023
‘I felt like I was in a MMA fight’: Disabled B.C. man shares horrible Air Canada experience
Ryan Lachance said he was bed-ridden for days recovering from multiple falls caused by Air Canada employees when trying to exit a plane.
Perspectives
Nov 3, 2023
‘Air Canada needs to step up’: Disabled B.C. man forced to drag himself off plane
Prince George resident Rodney Hodgins said Sunday he's going to push for changes to ensure no other disabled person endures what he experienced.
Health
Oct 29, 2023