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More than 6.2 million Canadians have some form of a disability, and the numbers are growing.

People with disabilities still face social and physical barriers that stop them from being a part of their communities.

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2021 Accessibility Professional Network Conference: Accelerating Access

Join us virtually for #APN2021: Accelerating Access on March 11th and 12th, 2021. Advance accessibility for people with disabilities by learning from national and international thought-leaders, researchers, and industry leaders in the accessibility and the built environment. Work together to create actions towards a barrier free future. Network and explore a products and service showcase, all from the comfort of home. Register before Jan 31st for an early bird discount!

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Do you think your buildings are accessible? Prove it by pledging to participate in the Building Without Barriers Challenge. Demonstrate that you provide barrier free access inside and outside of your properties, and learn more about accessibility in the process.

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Our accessibility certification program rates the meaningful accessibility of the built environment – the places where we live, work, learn and play.

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Our free School Program resources and Ambassador presentations help teach youth and communities about access and inclusion. 

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Year in Review: Accessibility Movement Gained Traction in 2020

Year in Review: Accessibility Movement Gained Traction in 2020

While 2020 is the year that will be remembered for the COVID-19 pandemic, there is something else that is worth remembering it for – the year people started taking accessibility to heart.
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Rick Hansen Foundation Fall/Winter 2020 Newsletter

The latest updates on the programs at the Rick Hansen Foundation for Fall and Winter 2020.
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When medical student Dinesh Palipana suffered a severe spinal injury in a car crash, he was told his dream of becoming a doctor was over. His journey overcoming physical and attitudinal barriers, in his own words: https://t.co/2i0AnYFiEn
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RT @AccessibleGC: We’re inviting you to submit a video of yourself signing O Canada in ASL, LSQ or ISL by February 15. Lead the way to inclusion! Participate in the challenge by using #AccessibleCanada. https://t.co/0xj4Ps3OZq
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When Rick set out to wheel around the world in 1985, he had two missions: to raise awareness about the potential of people with disabilities, and to raise funds for Spinal Cord Injury research.

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