Shining a Spotlight on RHF’s Volunteers
April 26, 2022
Behind every great non-profit organization is a great group of volunteers. In honour of National Volunteer Week, which takes place from April 24 to 30, the Rick Hansen Foundation (RHF) welcomes this...
Community Spotlight on Lori McDermid
April 19, 2022
I have a story to tell. It isn’t an easy story, but it’s true. It is also a story of gratitude to my husband, best friend, and the small and caring community of Port Elgin/Saugeen Shores. My name...
One Thing I’d Like You to Know about Living with Cerebral Palsy
March 24, 2022
One of the most common physical disabilities in Canada is cerebral palsy. Called CP for short, it refers to a group of disorders that affect one’s ability to move and maintain balance. It impacts...
First West’s Journey Towards Increased Accessibility
March 15, 2022
The road to accessibility has been one of an educational nature for First West Credit Union. That experience is common for many organizations that do more than settle for the bare minimum of what...
City of Powell River Creates Opportunity for More Residents to be Involved in City Hall
March 8, 2022
A hallmark of a city government is the ability for all to participate and engage with their community. The Powell River City Hall is housed in a building that was erected in 1957, and stairs are a...
Youth with Disabilities Discuss Inclusive Learning Environments
March 1, 2022
The best people to ask about the state of accessibility and inclusion in the Canadian school system are those with firsthand experience – the students themselves. Le francais suit l'anglaisOn...
Disability Inclusion & Kindness on Pink Shirt Day
February 16, 2022
Even though Pink Shirt Day is celebrated one day a year, it speaks to the idea that kindness and inclusion should be part of our daily lives. Disability is often left out of conversations about...
Accessibility Upgrades at Scout Island Nature Centre Means Everyone Can Connect with Nature
February 9, 2022
In the heart of Williams Lake, British Columbia, sits an island known for its incredible nature centre. The Scout Island Nature Centre is a sanctuary of protected habitat and wildlife. As a volunteer...
Fashion and Disability: A New Frontier
February 2, 2022
Ask anybody with hearing loss what their favourite colour is, and their answer will probably not be medical beige. Ask anybody who uses a wheelchair, and they’ll likely tell you their favourite style...