Calgary lawyer’s admission to the bar a history-making moment
The ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle, Roman emperor Claudius and the Magna Carta. … READ MORE
Community development
Ontario’s ambitious Patients First legislation met with hope and skepticism
Carole Ann Alloway’s husband, Bill, had seven ankle surgeries due to recurring … READ MORE
Transportation shouldn’t be a barrier to health care
Transportation issues shouldn’t prevent anyone from getting to or from a … READ MORE
Inclusive clothing coming to LA Fashion Week – Bezgraniz Couture
Whether they are walking in high heels or rolling on two wheels, a group of disabled … READ MORE
Navigating Rio with disabilities can be tough
Penn State student Brett Gravatt navigates a dirt path along a sidewalk in Rio de … READ MORE
Aging caregivers of children with disabilities pushed to the breaking point
Carlo is in a wheelchair thanks to a condition called myositis. Now that he’s … READ MORE
When the barriers aren’t just physical
Entering the playground, I heard a boy call my son’s name. We turned and saw one … READ MORE
Many treatment guidelines are written by experts with financial conflicts
Physicians typically rely on treatment guidelines issued by medical associations, … READ MORE
Motorvation: What’s new in accessible vehicles?
Owning a vehicle, even if you are unable to drive personally, can make a big … READ MORE
New voices in medical advocacy are often patients
Parent-advocates of children with chronic conditions have long worked toward finding … READ MORE
Physical decline begins earlier than expected
Physical declines begin sooner in life than typically detected, often when people … READ MORE
Fashion’s newest frontier: The disabled and the displaced
Six years ago in Raleigh N.C., Maura Horton received a call from her husband, Don, … READ MORE
My SCI taught me to say “Yes” to new experiences
Living with a T4 spinal cord injury allows me do things I never would have in the … READ MORE
More accessible taxis coming to Chicago
Although Chicago is already a very accessible destination, it’s getting ready to … READ MORE
CP Alberta summer program highlights 2016
Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta, CPAA programs for adults and children. … READ MORE
The horse is the therapist
With hippotherapy, the horse provides the therapy. Three-year-old Jack Foster sat on … READ MORE
When doctors have conflicts of interest
My mother-in-law is an impressive woman. At the age of 77, she still maintains a … READ MORE
$54.5M gift creates a brighter future for children and women
Largest single donation to the University of Alberta means better health outcomes. … READ MORE
Community and Social Services contacts, including AISH and PDD
Health Benefits, Eligible individuals and families with limited incomes can access … READ MORE
For parents of autistic children, more social support means better health
Concordia University research shows community care protects them against … READ MORE
Autistic teen shows how tech transforms lives
Dillan Barmache can’t speak, but that doesn’t mean he doesn’t have anything to … READ MORE
The Ability Hub
The Ability Hub is an initiative of The Sinneave Family Foundation. At The Ability … READ MORE
Children with medical complexity in Canada
The burden of chronic disease is placing pressure on the Canadian health care … READ MORE
50 top assistive technologies based on global survey, WHO
According to the World Health Organization WHO, only 5-15% of the people – who … READ MORE
Without limits: Kids with special needs
For thousands of Calgary children, access to a good education, sports opportunities … READ MORE
5 steps for parents to take after receiving a special-needs diagnosis
Hearing a diagnosis of special needs can generate a huge crush of emotions for many … READ MORE
Life with Emily: The special people enriching the lives of special needs kids
Emily Pitchers, 16, adores her older sister, Lorcan, and they enrich each others … READ MORE
It lets them be free: Water therapy allows children with disabilities to dance
Emma, 12, who suffers from Rett Syndrome, enjoys her time in the pool at Emily … READ MORE
The power of music for special needs kids
Dylan Whitley, 16, who has been diagnosed with Autism and septo-optic dysplasia … READ MORE
Special school’s sensory room offers solace for the senses
A common question from parents of students in Joi Weir’s junior high class is … READ MORE
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