Exhausting, frustrating journey as mother of a special-needs child chronicled in My Own Blood
My Own Blood chronicles the bureaucratic nightmares associated with a life spent … 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
Wordfest Presents Ashley Bristowe
Mothering under normal circumstances takes all you have to give. But what happens … READ MORE
There’s an app for that: How two rural counties reached more kids with developmental delays
A decade ago young children who missed key developmental milestones — like walking … READ MORE
CPAA online programs in April 2021 – Register NOW
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New Calgary coffee shop serves up opportunity for employees with intellectual disabilities
Lil E Coffee Café hires those with intellectual disabilities. Shelby works at Lil E … READ MORE
Quickie’s new Q300 M mini has the tightest power chair turning radius on the market
Power chair users tired of trashing walls and doors have a new option that promises … READ MORE
COVID-19 has made education more accessible for university students with mobility disabilities
‘Our access to education should matter,’ said one student. ‘I have … READ MORE
Beyond long-term care: The benefits of seniors’ communities that evolve on their own
The global COVID-19 pandemic has shown Canadians that we need to think differently … READ MORE
Equity in access and use of rehabilitation services in Canada
Two Canadians, equal under the law. Only one gets rehabilitation services. What … READ MORE
CPAA online programs in March 2021 – Register NOW
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Inclusive design benefits everyone, not just people with disabilities
Luke Anderson has thought a lot about designing accessible spaces. And he’s … READ MORE
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Wearable motion detectors identify subtle motor deficits in children
Could lead to early intervention, help prevent disability. Noah Drozda shows off a … READ MORE
An engineer explains how to forge a career designing for disabilities
Blessin Varkey develops tech to help Indian students with cognitive disabilities. … READ MORE
Electric Mountain Cart takes disabled riders off-road
The EV4 Mountain Cart was developed with input from a disabled extreme athlete, and … READ MORE
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Bluetooth – a technology with bite
Those familiar with this young column know that “the machine” represents the … READ MORE
Mobility Unlimited Challenge winner receives $1m for ultra-lightweight intelligent wheelchair
The winner of the three-year Mobility Unlimited Challenge has now been announced … READ MORE
A next-gen EEG could help bring back lost brain function
SLAC and Stanford researchers are developing a device that combines electrical brain … READ MORE
Parents modeling physical activity help kids with developmental disabilities improve motor skills
Parents can make a big difference by modeling and supporting physical activity in … READ MORE
Parents caring for children with disabilities have some advice
Families share experiences of living through the pandemic and what help they still … READ MORE
People with disabilities excluded from re-opening plans, advocates warn
People with disabilities have been shut out of the conversation as Canadians plan to … READ MORE
New program aims to train doctors on developmental disabilities
A new effort is underway to better prepare future doctors and other health care … READ MORE
Gamers forge their own paths when it comes to accessibility
Players with disabilities and chronic illnesses haven’t waited around for … READ MORE
CPAA online programs in December 2020 – Register NOW
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Alberta school boards lobby to reinstate funding program for children with disabilities and delays
Association wants province to restore early intervention PUF program to 2018 levels. … READ MORE
How to adapt special education to the remote-learning reality
When the pandemic forced schools to transition to remote learning in the spring, … READ MORE
Robotic neck brace dramatically improves functions of ALS patients
Comfortable brace incorporates both sensors and actuators to restore roughly 70% of … READ MORE
CBC asks how the pandemic is changing the workplace for people with disabilities
Join the conversation Friday at 1 pm ET on Facebook Live, hosted by CBC … READ MORE
Therapeutic horseback riding combined with cognitive exercises can help children with ADHD and Autism
Therapeutic horseback riding combined with brain-building exercises can improve the … READ MORE
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