Every student deserves to feel a sense of belonging and thrive at school, no matter their abilities. Yet across Canada, thousands of youth encounter barriers to inclusion. Let’s work together to change that.
The Rick Hansen Foundation School Program (RHFSP), in partnership with the Canadian National Institute of the Blind (CNIB), have created Classroom Accessibility Allies, a practical resource that empowers educators and students to champion accessibility in their classrooms and school communities.
Aligned with commonly identified provincial and territorial educational priorities, Classroom Accessibility Allies is a free resource to help teachers introduce accessibility and inclusion concepts to students from kindergarten to grade nine. It's packed with hands-on activities designed to guide students through a structured, process of identifying, addressing and reflecting on barriers to accessibility.
From adjusting seating layouts and improving signage to rethinking how activities are presented, Classroom Accessibility Allies makes accessibility approachable, showing students how even small changes, like adding tactile labels, improving contrast, or rethinking group work, can make a big difference.
Complete the Classroom Accessibility Checklist.
Develop an action plan with your students to improve or remove a barrier or two.
Reflect on the activity and submit back to us.
Receive your certificate of completion.
Ready to make a difference?
Download Classroom Accessibility Allies and start breaking down barriers with your students today.
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Participants will receive:
A comprehensive resource with lesson plans and activities that promotes inclusion by valuing the lived experiences and voices of students themselves.
Certificates of completion for your classroom when you share your reflections, recognizing your commitment to inclusion.
Available in English and French Classroom Accessibility Allies is easy to use and appropriate for kindergarten to grade nine students.
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For questions or more information, email us at schools@rickhansen.com.
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