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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.

Split image of Lisa Smith (left) and Dr. Rheanna Robinson (right). Lisa has long dark hair and is wearing an orange headband. Dr. Robinson has long dark hair and is wearing a black shirt.

Indigenous Disability Awareness Month – A Conversation with Dr. Rheanna Robinson and Lisa Smith

November 14, 2022

Dr. Rheanna Robinson is a Métis woman in Prince George, B.C.

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Side profile of Rick Hansen fishing from the back of a boat.

Rick Hansen and a Love of Fishing

November 14, 2022

The great outdoors both changed and saved Rick Hansen’s life.

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Black and white photo of Rick Hansen surrounded by a crown of people as he pushes up the Great Wall of China.

Stories From Our Founder: A One-On-One Conversation with Rick Hansen

November 10, 2022

During his Canada Summer Jobs internship with the Office of Rick Hansen, Riley Brady chatted with Rick Hansen to learn about his international experiences during the Man In Motion World Tour. 

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Headshots of Tai, Elena and Jaelyn. Tai has short brown hair and is using a wheelchair, Elena is wearing a white hat and sunglasses and has a cane. Jaelyn has dark curly hair and is wearing a black t-shirt.

Just Like U – Meet Tai, Elena and Jaelyn

November 7, 2022

Meet Tai, Elena and Jaelyn. 

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Pat Short wearing a white turtleneck sweater and smiling at the camera. Pat has chin-length light coloured hair.

Pat Short on Her Journey to a Career in Accessibility

November 4, 2022

Pat Short had the unique opportunity to develop the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessib

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 Resonance by Ursula Johnson at Eltuek Arts Centre. An inverted V-shaped art piece with a bell on the top. It is located outside of the Arts Centre.

Eltuek Arts Centre Achieves Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification

November 1, 2022

Eltuek Arts Centre is a creative cultural hub in Unama’ki, Cape Breton Island that aspires to be inclusive for all persons.

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Inside the University of Waterloo. The Faculty of Health sign is above a set of doors with stairs and an accessible ramp.

University of Waterloo Continues Accessibility Journey with RHFAC Ratings

October 28, 2022

When the Ontario government announced in 2020 that it will provide funding for 250 sites in 16 select municipalities across the province to receive a complimentary

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An outside view of Kingston East Community Centre. There are people outside using the accessible pathways and ramps, and benches.

The City of Kingston Improves Accessibility of Community Centres

October 26, 2022

To the City of Kingston, accessibility is top-of-mind.

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Chris Bouey smiling and wearing a blue button up shirt

Chris Bouey Improves His Skills Through Becoming an RHFAC Professional

October 19, 2022

To Chris Bouey, accessibility means “designing spaces that are welcoming and can be used by everyone.” 

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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
  • 2022 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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  • Supplementary Resources
  • Our Partners

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