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@AccessHubQU

The Accessibility Hub improves accessibility by providing information, feedback and support concerning accessibility issues at Queen's University @queensu

 Kingston, Ontario
queensu.ca/accessibility
Joined July 2013
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Did you know that every province in Canada is now includes spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) on their newborn screening panels? This amazing milestone would not have been possible without the support of our Fire Fighter partners who, over the last 70 years, have raised more than $100 million in support of the neuromuscular community! Want to make an impact? Support of Fire Fighter partners by helping them Fill the Boot. Donate today at filltheboot.ca. #FF70YearsChallenge #FilltheBoot
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MSFT Accessibility
@MSFTEnable13 Nov 2024
Introducing our #Accessibility101 series. Up first: Intro to Disability and Accessibility. Learn the basics of accessibility, disability etiquette, and the role of workplace accommodations in supporting individuals with disabilities. #Accessibility msft.it/6011Wc3sx
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The Commission was pleased to join the 15th Annual Federal Policy Forum on Inclusion hosted by @InclusionCA & @PeopleFirstCA. We presented our monitoring framework on the right to housing for people with disabilities. (1/2)
Inclusion Canada (@InclusionCA) profile pictureInclusion Canada
@InclusionCA13 Nov 2024
Now Melanie Benard, Senior Policy Advisor at the @CdnHumanRights is addressing the Forum on work the Commission and the Office of the Federal Housing Advocate @HousingLogement has been conducting on developing a framework to monitor the right to adequate housing for #PWD.
Image of slide with text appearing: "Introduction. Who we are. Canadian Human Rights Commission. Office of Federal Housing Advocate. Teh human right to adequate housing. Choices. Supports. Dignity. Accessibility. Safety.

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Image of Melanie Benard - speaking wearing a headset and black glasses and a black turtle neck.

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Why is there still no new plan to help Ontarians with disabilities get out of some buildings in an emergency? cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/e…
No plan for immediate evacuation of Ontarians with disabilities in emergency a year after flagged...

No plan for immediate evacuation of Ontarians with disabilities in emergency a year after flagged...

The most recent review of the Ontario government's progress on implementing the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act considered the current state of emergency procedures for people with...

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Queen’s University Homecoming is this weekend! Here’s what you need to know going into the weekend to stay safe and have fun: cityofkingston.ca/news/posts…
'Homecoming 2024 Welcome to Kingston!' on top of a photo of Grant Hall on Queen's University Campus in Kingston.

ALT 'Homecoming 2024 Welcome to Kingston!' on top of a photo of Grant Hall on Queen's University Campus in Kingston.

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Kingston Police
@KingstonPolice16 Oct 2024
The University District Safety Initiative is in effect from Thursday, October 17 at 12:00 a.m. to Sunday, November 3 at 11:59 p.m. Kingston Police and Bylaw Enforcement will be enforcing the initiative city-wide during these times.
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Kingston man laments issues with live events facing people with accessibility challenges thewhig.com/news/kingston-ma…

Kingston man laments issues with live events facing people with accessibility challenges

With Taylor Swift set to take over Canada for series of shows, Drew Cumpson says the ticketing, live event industry is failing Canada's disabled residents

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Students with disabilities in Ontario’s publicly funded schools deserve much better toronto.com/opinion/contribu… via @torontodotcom
Students with disabilities in Ontario’s publicly funded schools deserve much better

Students with disabilities in Ontario’s publicly funded schools deserve much better

Retired lawyer David Lepofsky writes that the Ontario government — which funds, oversees, and regulates the school system — has largely been asleep at the switch.

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We have an amazing speaker kicking off our Accessibility Cafés!!
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Accessible Canada@AccessibleGC9 Sep 2024
Congratulations to #TeamCanada athletes for their outstanding performance at the Paralympic Games, demonstrating that dreams can be achieved in an accessible and inclusive environment where all can thrive! 🥇🥈🥉 ow.ly/ottw50Tj6mV
Canadian Paralympic Team (@ParalympicsCan) profile pictureCanadian Paralympic Team@ParalympicsCan8 Sep 2024
A Games to remember. Thank you Canada for supporting the @Paris2024 Canadian Paralympic Team! 🇨🇦❤️🤍 #GreatnessMovesUs #Paris2024
Collage of Canadian Paralympians celebrating their achievements, with various athletes holding medals, cheering, and smiling. The central text reads 'Thank you, Canada, for your support,' showing appreciation for the support of Canadians.

ALT Collage of Canadian Paralympians celebrating their achievements, with various athletes holding medals, cheering, and smiling. The central text reads 'Thank you, Canada, for your support,' showing appreciation for the support of Canadians.

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Maayan Ziv@maayanziv10 Sep 2024
“I drove here today because I’m afraid of getting hurt in air travel. I’m afraid of what happens to my body” - Kelly Buckland speaks openly about current status of air travel for wheelchair users. #RightsOnFlights
Kelly buckland on stage with Polly trottenburg and Michelle Erwin

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David Lepofsky@DavidLepofsky8 Sep 2024
Aug 20 2024 @CityNews powerful report: Ontario Government fails to meet 2025 deadline for leading Ontario to become disability-accessible youtube.com/watch?v=qv0SXV8J… Billion dollar #accessibility bungle makes this worse #AODA Onpoli
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September 7th is World Duchenne Awareness Day! We're committed to support those affected by Duchenne muscular dystrophy, and launched a survey to capture insights into their diagnosis experiences. Children/Youth: surveymonkey.com/r/DMDDiagno… Adults: surveymonkey.com/r/DMDDiagno…
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Easter Seals Canada
@EasterSeals28 Aug 2024
The Government of Canada is seeking public input on the proposed Canada Disability Benefit Regulations. Comment by Sept 23, 2024. Details: bit.ly/3M6zSAS. Summary: bit.ly/3SRoY64
Graphic inviting public input on Canada Disability Benefit Regulations. A red megaphone is prominently featured, with the Easter Seals Timbres de Pâques logo in the top left corner. The text reads 'Public Input Sought: Canada Disability Benefit Regulations.'

ALT Graphic inviting public input on Canada Disability Benefit Regulations. A red megaphone is prominently featured, with the Easter Seals Timbres de Pâques logo in the top left corner. The text reads 'Public Input Sought: Canada Disability Benefit Regulations.'

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Ontario Sport@ontariosport28 Aug 2024
The #Paris2024 Paralympics are on! We’re cheering extra loud for the 48 Ontario athletes who are part of Team Canada. Tune in to watch: 🏃🏽‍♀️ Para athletics 🏀 Wheelchair basketball 🚴🏿‍ Para cycling ➕ And more! Learn more about the athletes: paralympic.ca/paralympians #Paralympics
Keegan Gaunt at Santiago 2023 – Para Athletics.

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Accessible Canada@AccessibleGC28 Aug 2024
The Paralympic Games start today! By overcoming obstacles to reach their goals, #TeamCanada athletes are paving the way for a more accessible and inclusive world. Follow their inspiring journey @SportCanada_EN! 🏆🇨🇦 ow.ly/6CO550T8LaH #Paris2024
Paris 2024. Paralympic Games. August 28 to September 8, 2024

ALT Paris 2024. Paralympic Games. August 28 to September 8, 2024

20 competition venues. 184 national Paralympic committees. 11 days of competition. 23 sports. 549 events. 4,400 athletes.

ALT 20 competition venues. 184 national Paralympic committees. 11 days of competition. 23 sports. 549 events. 4,400 athletes.

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'A slap in the face': Categorizing process aimed at making Para sport equitable is sometimes anything but: cbc.ca/sports/paralympics/pa…
'A slap in the face': Categorizing process aimed at making Para sport equitable is sometimes...

'A slap in the face': Categorizing process aimed at making Para sport equitable is sometimes...

The issue of classification is a thorny subject within Paralympic circles. At its heart, the act of categorizing impaired athletes is intended to make Para sport equitable. But athletes will tell you...

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