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Welcome to the Rick Hansen Foundation blog! We post regularly on a range of topics and issues in the disability and accessibility community.

Explore past posts to read personal experiences of disability, tips for how to improve accessibility in your community, what you can do to be more inclusive, and more.

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The Power of Inclusive Allyship – A Recap

December 15, 2022

Allyship. It’s a word that generates a lot of buzz these days. But what exactly does allyship mean? And what does it mean to people with disabilities? 

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Youth Exchange: Disability and Social Justice – A Recap

December 12, 2022

In honour of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which takes place annually on December 3rd, the Rick Hansen Foundation School Program (RHFSP) virtually brought together members from RH

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Rick Hansen Foundation Fall 2022 Newsletter

October 5, 2022

Latest updates on the impact your support is making for Canadians with disabilities.

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The Power of Inclusive Workplaces – A Recap

June 15, 2022

In honour of National AccessAbility Week 2022, the Rick Hansen Foundation brought together four leaders in the disability inclusion and workplace space to discuss accessibility and inclusion in the

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Rick Hansen Foundation Spring 2022 Newsletter

May 26, 2022

The latest updates on the programs at the Rick Hansen Foundation for Spring 2022.

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Youth with Disabilities Discuss Inclusive Learning Environments 

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Looking Back as We Move Forward

January 19, 2022

First, let us say thank you! Your support has made a huge impact for the 1 in 5 Canadians living with a disability in 2021.

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Rick Hansen Foundation Fall/Winter 2021 Newsletter

December 9, 2021

The latest updates on the programs at the Rick Hansen Foundation for Fall and Winter 2021.

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Corporate Canada Has a Long Way to the Top for Accessibility

November 4, 2021

New research released today confirms that the 1 in 5 Canadians living with disabilities still face significant barriers to employment.

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About Us - EN

  • About Us
  • Our Programs
  • Leadership Team
  • Board Members and Committees
  • Donors
  • Annual Reports
  • 2021-23 Strategic Plan
  • FAQ
  • Work With Us
  • Contact Us
  • Champion's Circle

About Rick - EN

  • About Rick
  • Rick's Story
  • Man In Motion World Tour
    • Man In Motion World Tour
    • The Dream
    • Tour Timeline
    • Tour Gallery
    • Tour Team
    • 35th Anniversary
  • Rick’s Work and Vision
  • A Conversation with Rick
  • Awards & Honours

Get Involved - EN

  • Get Involved
  • Donate
  • Legacy Giving
  • Fundraise
  • Help make Canada accessible
  • Everyone Everywhere
  • National AccessAbility Week

Become Accessible - EN

  • Become Accessible
  • Rating & Certification 
    • Rating & Certification 
    • Rating Request Form
    • RHFAC FAQ
    • RHFAC v3.0
  • Accessibility Training and Education
    • Professional Training
    • Accessibility Training and Education
    • Tuition Grants
  • APN 2023 Conference
  • Accessibility Resources
  • Accessibility Professional Network
    • Accessibility Professional Network
    • FAQ: Accessibility Professional Network
    • Login
    • RHFAC Professional Directory
  • Post an Accessibility Job
  • Accessibility Advisory Services
  • Buildings Without Barriers Challenge
  • Leaders in Accessibility
  • B.C. Accessibility Grants

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  • Schools and Communities
  • Create an Inclusive School Year
    • Start with Awareness
    • Concentrate on Kindness 
    • Boldly Take Action
  • Resource Library
  • Ambassador Presentations
    • Ambassador Presentations
    • Book a Presentation
    • About Our Ambassadors
  • Difference Maker Awards
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  • Our Partners

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