5 Surprisingly Easy Changes to Make Your Business More Accessible
September 18, 2020
It’s hard to believe we’re already into September of 2020. As summer draws to a close, many businesses are starting to re-open. The past 6 months have been challenging for everyone, particularly that...
How a culture shift is creating one of Canada’s most inclusive universities
September 14, 2020
Dr. Linda Derksen, a Sociology professor by trade, is going on 17 years of working at Vancouver Island University (VIU). But it wasn’t until she had to have a hip removed in 2012 that she realized how...
Back to School Books for Thoughtful Conversations with Youth
September 10, 2020
Important conversations about diversity and inclusion are taking place across the globe and this is an opportune time to have meaningful conversations with young people in your life. We’ve put...
Mosaic Stadium Case Study: Accessibility for Saskatchewan Roughriders Fans
August 12, 2020
When the City of Regina set about designing the new Mosaic Stadium, the administration seized an opportunity to create a historic design project in partnership with the accessibility community.Mosaic...
City of Surrey Case Study: Certification as a Stepping Stone
July 14, 2020
The City of Surrey is establishing itself as a true leader in accessibility. With 43 Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification™ (RHFAC) ratings to date, resulting in 25 RHF Accessibility...
Rick Hansen Foundation Spring/Summer 2020 Newsletter
June 26, 2020
The latest updates on the programs at the Rick Hansen Foundation for Spring and Summer 2020.A Message from DoramyAs with many people and organizations around the world, the Rick Hansen Foundation has...
Keeping Fit at Home for People with Disabilities
June 16, 2020
You’ve probably heard the sayings “a healthy body is a healthy mind,” or “a body in motion, stays in motion,” but what do they really mean? For many people with disabilities, understanding these...
Announcing the 2020 RHFSP Difference Makers of the Year
June 11, 2020
2020 has been a challenging year. The COVID-19 pandemic is creating new challenges for students, families and educators alike. Promoting inclusion and demonstrating compassion for each other has never...
City of Vaughan Case Study: A leader in accessibility
May 29, 2020
The City of Vaughan is one of the fastest-growing and most diverse municipalities in Canada. Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua, along with Council members and all City employees are committed to fostering a...