Accessibility advocates say Peggy’s Cove viewing deck will ensure safe access for all – Halifax

Accessibility advocates say Peggys Cove viewing deck will ensure safe access for all Halifax

The recent public announcement of a multimillion-dollar project that would see an accessible viewing deck constructed at Peggy’s Cove, has been met with plenty of different views and opinions. Following the announcement, Michelle Paul, a Mi’kmaw water protector, raised concern over the possibility of construction damaging areas where Mi’kmaq harvest sweetgrass, one of their […]

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Nova Scotia investing $3.1M for construction of viewing deck on Peggy’s Cove shore – Halifax

Nova Scotia investing 3.1M for construction of viewing deck on Peggys Cove shore Halifax

The province of Nova Scotia announced Friday that it will be investing $3.1 million to support the construction of an accessible viewing deck on the rugged shore of Peggy’s Cove, one of the province’s most popular tourist areas. This new project will help ensure a safe, accessible and engaging experience for visitors, business operators and […]

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Accessibility Principles Across Canada – Accessibility News, your Online Magazine Devoted to Disability Accessibility.

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Many separate accessibility standards development processes exist in Canada. Ontario, Manitoba, and Nova Scotia all have laws that mandate creation of provincial accessibility standards. In addition, the Accessible Canada Act mandates accessibility standards that apply to organizations under federal jurisdiction. However, the government of Canada intends to coordinate federal and provincial accessibility laws. Read more […]

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Government of Canada Fighting the Alliance for the Equality of Blind Canadians in Court – Accessibility News International

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OTTAWA, ON (December 2, 2020) The Government of Canada is fighting a small registered charity and not-for-profit organization in court and refusing to ensure that its websites are accessible to blind, deafblind and partially sighted Canadians. In 2019, the Alliance for the Equality of Blind Canadians (“AEBC”) brought a human rights complaint against the Government […]

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Government of Canada Fighting the Alliance for the Equality of Blind Canadians in Court – Accessibility News, your Online Magazine Devoted to Disability Accessibility.

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The Government of Canada is fighting a small registered charity and not-for-profit organization in court and refusing to ensure that its websites are accessible to blind, deafblind and partially sighted Canadians. Read more athttps://www.accessibilitynewsinternational.com/government-of-canada-fighting-the-alliance-for-the-equality-of-blind-canadians-in-court/ Related

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Wheelchair users urge proper sidewalk clearing after Saskatchewan snowstorm

Wheelchair users urge proper sidewalk clearing after Saskatchewan snowstorm

Many Saskatchewan residents were stuck at home earlier this week after an intense snowstorm left hip-high snowdrifts in its wake.  Some people trudged through the snow and dug out their vehicles, but a Saskatoon woman who uses a wheelchair still hasn’t left her house. Read more: Residential streets to be cleared as Saskatoon continues […]

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March of Dimes hosts virtual kitchen party fundraiser

March of Dimes hosts virtual kitchen party fundraiser

It’s a new twist on a social gathering in a world of social distancing. On Saturday, Nov. 7, March of Dimes Canada is hosting a virtual kitchen party to support Canadians living with disabilities during the second wave of COVID-19. The Conquer the Curve Kitchen Cèilidh will invite participants to prepare dinner from home […]

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Rights of woman who is deaf, blind breached by how student loan administered: Ontario court

Rights of woman who is deaf blind breached by how student loan administered Ontario court

TORONTO — An Ontario court has ruled that the provincial and federal governments must operate their student loan program in a way that ensures those with disabilities who take longer to complete their studies are not saddled with more debt than their able-bodied peers. But Superior Court Justice Lorne Sossin says the Canada Student […]

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COVID-19 crisis impacting Montreal school, association for people with special needs – Montreal

COVID 19 crisis impacting Montreal school association for people with special needs Montreal

Sabrina Viviani loves to play with her three-year-old daughter Milana. But the mother is disappointed that part of Milana’s routine has been interrupted by the coronavirus. The pandemic has closed the Pat Roberts Centre since mid-March — a pre-school for children with special needs. “It was her home, it was her friends, her teacher. […]

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New restaurants in Nova Scotia required to be accessible by end of the month – Halifax

New restaurants in Nova Scotia required to be accessible by end of the month Halifax

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted October 2, 2020 11:28 am Smaller font Descrease article font size –A Larger font Increase article font size A+ Nova Scotia is requiring new restaurants, lunch counters, cafes and delis to be accessible to people with disabilities under rules that take effect […]

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