In today’s diverse and dynamic professional landscape, creating an inclusive work environment is not just a moral imperative but also a strategic advantage. By embracing diversity and making necessary adjustments to accommodate everyone, companies can unlock the full potential of their teams and drive innovation. Let’s explore two key pillars of workplace inclusivity: reasonable accommodations… Continue reading Navigating Inclusivity: Best Practices for Reasonable Accommodations and Universal Design in the Workplace

Today, we dive deep into a subject that demands our attention and admiration: Entrepreneurs with Disabilities. These dedicated individuals are not merely surmounting obstacles; they are redefining the entrepreneurial landscape, proving that determination and resilience can turn adversity into an advantage. We’ll explore their stories, share a wealth of valuable resources, and discuss at length… Continue reading Breaking Down Barriers: Empowering Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Sharing Stories and Resources

Airline provided $300 and loaner wheelchair, but family says transferring man in and out of chair not safe. A Brantford, Ont., man has been stranded in Chile without his custom wheelchair after his stepdaughter says Air Canada lost it. Jim Hamilton and his wife Kathie embarked on a trip to Santiago, the Chilean capital, with Air Canada… Continue reading Air Canada lost her stepdad’s custom wheelchair. One advocate says it’s ‘not a one-off’

The concept is still in early stages but would be a major advancement for passengers with disabilities. John Morris had to see it for himself. An accessible travel expert who uses a power wheelchair, Morris flew to Hamburg to check out a prototype of a new airline seat being unveiled by a subsidiary of Delta Air Lines… Continue reading Delta unveils first wheelchair-friendly seat

Community applauds decision, but says ultimate goal is to be able to fly in their wheelchairs. Seven years after Tim Rose was denied access to an Air Canada flight because of the size of his power wheelchair, the Canadian Transportation Agency ruled the country’s largest airline needs to do more to accommodate passengers with mobility… Continue reading Toronto man wins disability accommodation fight against Air Canada

Air Canada has appealed a decision by the country’s transport regulator that seeks to boost accessibility for travellers living with a disability. If successful, the move would overturn a requirement to fully accommodate passengers whose wheelchairs are too large to move into airplane cargo holds. The Canadian Transportation Agency’s ruling marks the culmination of a… Continue reading Air Canada appeals decision on power wheelchairs after touting accessibility efforts

GATINEAU, Que. — The Canadian Transportation Agency says it’s issued a $97,500 penalty to Air Canada for violating the Accessible Transportation for Persons with Disabilities Regulations. The penalty of $97,500 is for several violations of the regulations. The agency says that on August 30, Air Canada failed to assist a wheelchair user to disembark its… Continue reading Transportation agency penalizes Air Canada for violating disabilities regulations

Guests at Chicago’s Lyric Opera can now immerse themselves in performances through the SoundShirt’s vibrations. Chicago’s Lyric Opera is aiming to make its performances more accessible via the SoundShirt, a garment that vibrates to match the music. In October, the Lyric became the first opera company to offer the shirts to audience members who are deaf or hard… Continue reading This High-Tech Shirt Helps Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Patrons Feel Music