A wheelchair user’s guide to preparing for college
College Friends study outdoors on campus. New Mobility Annie Tulkin, New Mobility … READ MORE
Inclusive design
Mainstream products and services that are accessible to, and usable by, as many people as reasonably possible without the need for special adaptation
New study clarifies sensory processing in autistic children
Results of a recent study on sensory abilities in autistic children may have … READ MORE
The end of public health in Ontario
“A recent report commissioned by the Canadian Medical Association showed that … READ MORE
Edmonton disability advocate wants more options for accessible seating at shows, concerts
‘It comes down to equal opportunity,’ said disability advocate and … READ MORE
How to design personalized and meaningful technology for older adults
Marjolein den Haan-Wintermans defends her PhD on ideas to help seniors relax and … READ MORE
Worker shortage could threaten summer camps for Albertans with disabilities
Camp He Ho Ha could turn away hundreds of campers if it can’t hire enough … READ MORE
Horse riding confirmed as a viable mobility treatment for cerebral palsy
The study shows that functional mobility in children with cerebral palsy can be … READ MORE
The world’s best sled hockey team prepares to defend its crown
Players of the US Ice Hockey team celebrate after winning 2:1 in the Gold Medal Game … READ MORE
Jason DaSilva’s new film tackles the unpredictability of MS
Jason DaSilva’s award-winning film, When I Walk, raised awareness of what it is … READ MORE
Adapted bike program 2022 – CP Kids & Families
The Adapted Bike Program ensures that children from 2-21 with physical disabilities … READ MORE
People with disabilities drive innovation
Unbeknown to most employers, people with disabilities sparked the creation of many … READ MORE
Edmonton’s Branden Sison named to Canada’s para ice hockey team for Beijing Paralympics
‘It just means the world to me that I was able to make the cut,’ … READ MORE
Alberta’s 1st fully accessible community rink to have grand opening on Saturday
Outdoor rink in northwest Calgary includes accessible bathrooms, changing rooms. The … READ MORE
Alberta government’s failure means we must protect ourselves
It has become clear that the Alberta government has given up on its role to protect … READ MORE
Autistic-friendly Scouts group: Calgary families find joy, acceptance and support
Infinity Scouts provides opportunities for achieving goals and family adventures. … READ MORE
CERB helped Canadians during COVID-19 — but not the most vulnerable
To coincide with the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on Dec. 3, … READ MORE
Disabled photographer wins top prize in Getty’s Disability Stories grant
Nolan Ryan Trowe, a Baltimore-based photographer, writer and filmmaker, won $15,000 … READ MORE
How teachers can help students with special needs navigate distance learning
Kids with disabilities are often shortchanged by pandemic classroom conditions. Here … READ MORE
Meet InReturn Strategies, a start-up intent on unlocking the value of America’s disabled workforce
The Kansas City, Kan., company connects people with disabilities ― a chronically … READ MORE
The pandemic highlights the importance of walkable and wheelable neighbourhoods
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of neighbourhoods and how they … READ MORE
Disability history scholar’s new book tells story of ‘money, marriage, and madness’
Ms. Magazine included the book on its list of ‘June 2020 Reads for the Rest of … READ MORE
CPAA online programs in December 2021 – Register NOW
Cerebral Palsy Alberta offers programs to people with cerebral palsy and other … READ MORE
Equitable and free of barriers: Canada’s first gold-level certified accessible clinic opens its doors
With almost one in five Canadians living with a disability, accessibility and … READ MORE
GPS app BlindSquare helps visually impaired navigate trails of Calgary’s Fish Creek Park
‘A person with vision loss wouldn’t even attempt to go on a hike by … READ MORE
Albertans in pain look elsewhere for treatment, as COVID surgery delays compound wait times
‘We’re in a bad place, to be honest,’ says orthopedic surgeon at … READ MORE
700 families waiting for children’s health services at Toronto hospital, as pandemic backlog grows
Autism program, wheelchair fittings have months-long waits. Ivona Novak’s … READ MORE
Tobii TD Pilot brings gaze-based typing, text-to-speech and app navigation to iPad
TD Pilot is an eye-controlled communication device for iPad. Designed to empower … READ MORE
Breaking down barriers: ‘Learning health systems’ for communities
At every clinic and hospital, scientists work with health leaders to test … READ MORE
Student designs smart mobility aid for people with dementia
According to Alzheimer’s Research UK, one million people in the UK will have … READ MORE
CPAA online programs in November 2021 – Register NOW
Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate virtually … READ MORE
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