‘It would mean freedom’: Sask. family fundraising for wheelchair-accessible van
By Rebekah Lesko Reporter
The van will have enough room to fit the family of seven and include a lift with room to fit three wheelchairs. Continue reading
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Longueuil resident advocates for expanded and better access to STM metros
By Felicia Parrillo Reporter
The stairs are the only way for Woody Belfort to access to the metro, which can be pretty tough, considering he uses a wheelchair. Continue reading
Wheelchair accessible ‘renovation gone wrong,’ says Inverary couple
An Inverary, Ont., couple is speaking out after they found several issues with a renovation intended to make their home wheelchair accessible. Continue reading
‘RISE’: Women being seen and heard in their industries
‘RISE’ is an original Global News video production, debuting on YouTube, profiling women who are being seen and heard in a variety of industries. Continue reading
Paul Vienneau wins award for his work as accessibility advocate
“I’m really grateful for the award, it means a lot.” Continue reading
London woman relies on Good Samaritans to get her wheelchair through snow
When Karli Steen woke up to several centimetres of snow on Monday morning, she wondered if the hassle of getting to work was even worth it. Continue reading
Hamilton’s Theatre Aquarius revamps entrance way to improve accessibility
Theatre Aquarius unveils front entrance upgrades to improve accessibility. Continue reading
Rock the Park using new $672,000 pavilion to house porta potties
This is only the second time the new bandshell has been used, after Canada 150 celebrations earlier this month. Continue reading
Disabled advocates applaud Vancouver’s proposal for more accessible beaches
By Kyle Benning Videographer
Spinal Cord Injury BC is applauding a proposal to make one of Vancouver’s beaches more accessible. Continue reading
Chef breaks barriers with custom wheelchair-accessible food truck
A Toronto chef’s new food truck is possibly the first of its kind in the world. Continue reading