Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Rick Hansen Foundation School Program
March 29, 2021
To honour the 20th anniversary of the Rick Hansen Foundation School Program (RHFSP) we sat down virtually with the program’s first director, Amanda Hansen. We’re excited to share some memories about...
Memories from the Sidelines
March 19, 2021
Cecilia Hynes remembers exactly where she was on May 22nd,1987. She hadsqueezedher way to the front of the packed crowd atCambie and 10thin Vancouver, BCto cheer Rick Hansen on as he wheeled...
Accessibility is a Universal Right
March 8, 2021
After six months in rehab following a Spinal Cord Injury, I was happy to be back home while nervous and fearful to face my community. How welcoming would my city be to someone who now navigates life...
Seven Facts about Hearing Loss You May Not Know
March 3, 2021
Studies show that as many as 1 in 4 Canadians need a hearing aid but don’t wear one.In an effort to raise awareness, the World Hearing Organization (WHO) celebrates World Hearing Day that takes place...
Looking Back & Looking Ahead
February 24, 2021
I thought that racism was a thing of the past. I was wrong. After the murder of George Floyd, I realized that racism hasn’t been declining but just hiding in plain sight. The resurgence of the...
Looking Forward to 2021: A Q&A with our CEO Doramy Ehling
February 16, 2021
With 2021 promising to bring positive change and new beginnings, we sat down – virtually – with Rick Hansen Foundation CEO Doramy Ehling to get her thoughts on accelerating the movementfor...
Building an Accessible Conference and Community
February 12, 2021
Over the past year, we’ve learned a lot when it comes to working from home. Technology has enabled us to stay connected with friends and co-workers. It has also revealed how it can be utilized to...
Year in Review: Accessibility Movement Gained Traction in 2020
December 29, 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. We are...
Rick Hansen Foundation Fall/Winter 2020 Newsletter
December 16, 2020
The latest updates on the programs at the Rick Hansen Foundation for Fall and Winter 2020. A Message from the CEO It’s my pleasure to share our Fall newsletter with you. As we look back on 2020, and...