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Blue envelope for autistic drivers.  A good start, that needs to become more broad.  Imagine the benefits if it were pai...
08/29/2023

Blue envelope for autistic drivers. A good start, that needs to become more broad. Imagine the benefits if it were paired with a hidden disability symbol.

Through advocacy, programs that promote inclusion, and engaging the community, The Arc creates tangible changes in the community and in the lives of people with disabilities.

My presentation at the Parks Accessibility Conference, 2023https://pac2023.ca/conference-recordings/Scroll down to Day 2...
08/20/2023

My presentation at the Parks Accessibility Conference, 2023
https://pac2023.ca/conference-recordings/
Scroll down to Day 2. Then click watch on YouTube. Then go to 1:42:20. It ends at 2:04:33. The last 10ish minutes are the live q/a.

Conference Live Stream Recordings Let us know what you thought about this year’s conference by completing our short feedback survey! Below you will find YouTube LiveStream recordings for each…

988 for mental health crisis and su***de prevention coming to Canada
07/28/2023

988 for mental health crisis and su***de prevention coming to Canada

Another example of how people with hidden disabilities are misunderstood -- with the result being harmful.
07/28/2023

Another example of how people with hidden disabilities are misunderstood -- with the result being harmful.

The Arlington police officers took down Delgardo Franklin II after he refused to surrender. It defied their training, a Post investigation found.

I am speaking about the needs of the hidden disability community at the Park Accessibility Conference 2023, tomorrow (We...
07/25/2023

I am speaking about the needs of the hidden disability community at the Park Accessibility Conference 2023, tomorrow (Wed.) 12:30-1 pm.
https://pac2023.ca/

Bringing together people with the desire to improve accessibility of our provincial and national parks!

Finding opportunity, Accessibility Standards CanadaI would love someone to do research into the collective needs and sha...
06/22/2023

Finding opportunity, Accessibility Standards Canada
I would love someone to do research into the collective needs and shared experiences of the Hidden Disability Community. If I were able I would do this...but I can't.

Collectively, the hidden disability community is larger than the detectable disability community, but is less represented in research and advocacy. Such data and information would build awareness of our needs, as well as influence future research projects and , of course, influence the development of accessibility standards in Canada. We need this research!
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https://accessible.canada.ca/advancing-accessibility-standards-research

It is now time to submit an expression of interest for the opportunity to receive funding. Our program Advancing Accessibility Standards Research, works to build a more accessible Canada.

Your organization should submit an expression of interest if you have research projects that:
· move accessibility standards research forward;
· help create a national network of accessibility expertise;
· engage with:
o people with disabilities,
o other experts, and
o organizations to inform the research
· identify and share:
o research,
o information,
o best practices, and
o tools about accessibility barriers and standards.

Submit your expression of interest by August 18
You have to submit your expression of interest before 3 p.m. (Eastern Daylight Time) on August 18 for consideration.

You can read all the details about our grants and contributions program online."

https://accessible.canada.ca/advancing-accessibility-standards-research
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Accessibility Standards Canada’s Advancing Accessibility Standards Research program supports research projects that try to find, take away and stop obstacles to accessibility.

What we know:- hidden disabilities are invisible and silent, and can be episodic or dynamic- there are at least 6.2 mill...
06/01/2023

What we know:
- hidden disabilities are invisible and silent, and can be episodic or dynamic
- there are at least 6.2 million people with disabilities living in Canada
- there are more Canadians with hidden disabilities than with apparent disabilities yet hidden disabilities receive less research and advocacy than apparent disabilities
- there is no data, statistical, or research category for hidden disabilities
- accessibility standards are being developed for Canadian federal jurisdictions
- we need to find ways to ensure these accessibility standards include the hidden disability community
- please reach out to Accessibility Standards Canada to support Canada's Hidden Disability Community
https://accessible.canada.ca/contact

Accessibility Standards seeking applications.
05/24/2023

Accessibility Standards seeking applications.

The Government of Canada is seeking applications to fill several positions on Accessibility Standards Canada’s Board of Directors.

Think you’d be a great fit? Find out more: http://ow.ly/N2F150OsqwU

Image: A row of empty chairs placed in a line. A yellow spotlight shines on one. The text: “Have a seat at the decision table” is written.

Upcoming summit on episodic disability.
02/28/2023

Upcoming summit on episodic disability.

The theme of this year’s Summit is Centering Mental Health at Work This free, virtual Summit is a ground-breaking gathering that highlights research, tools, approaches to creating inclusion a…

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