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It’s 2025, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) still hasn’t been enforced as it should be. Am I surprised? Not at all. Our current parties have shown little to no commitment to making accessibility a priority, and the lack of accountability is glaring. But does that mean we give up? Absolutely not. The AODA was introduced with
July is recognized as Disability Pride Month, a time when people often misunderstand and think we’re celebrating our disabilities themselves. But Disability Pride is not about glorifying our disabilities; it’s about honouring our resilience and our ability to survive, and even thrive, despite the barriers and discrimination we face daily. It’s about standing tall in the face of legislation that
The Importance of Authentic Representation in Deaf Culture Education In recent years, there’s been a growing appreciation for the rich and unique culture of the Deaf community. Deaf culture encompasses language, traditions, social norms, and values developed and nurtured by Deaf people over generations. With this increased interest, it’s vital to ensure that Deaf culture is represented and taught authentically
In today’s diverse and inclusive work environments, effective communication is crucial. Sign2Work, a leading training platform, is dedicated to bridging communication gaps by teaching sign language to employees. When employers invest in the Sign2Work training program, they not only empower their workforce but also ensure that their employees have the necessary tools to communicate effectively with the deaf and hard
Efforts to rename deafness by non-deaf individuals are not new and have historical roots in assimilation attempts of Deaf individuals into hearing culture. The Milan Conference of 1880 serves as a stark example, where sign language was banned for 150 years in favour of oralism, erasing Deaf culture and language. Currently, some professionals lacking lived experience, such as doctors, audiologists,
Last week, I had the privilege of attending the Rick Hansen Foundation’s #APN2024 Accessibility Professional Network event in Vancouver, BC. The event was an enlightening experience, filled with engaging conversations revolving around topics ranging from neurodiversity and the built environment to accessibility in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) planning, and designing inclusive schools to meet building standards. One of the
