News articles regarding the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
The Canadian Press
Published on: February 19, 2018
TORONTO Ontario’s provincial government has published a series of children’s books aimed at encouraging inclusion and acceptance of people with disabilities.
Books with titles such as “I’m Smart in My Own Way” are meant to teach children the benefits of understanding diverse and varied experiences.
The initiative is related to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act(AODA).
12 people have been chosen to advise province on how to implement new act By Emma Smith, CBC News Posted: Feb 18, 2018
Nova Scotia’s Accessibility Act required half of the board to be people with disabilities.
Members of Nova Scotia’s new accessibility advisory board say it’s time to think about accessibility in a new way as the province works to implement legislation.
Ontario Continues to Make Progress toward Becoming a Barrier-free Province February 7, 2018
Accessibility Directorate of Ontario
Ontario has appointed the Honourable David C. Onley to conduct the third review of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
The reviewer will consult with the public and will analyze accessibility progress made in other jurisdictions. The review will be completed by the end of 2018 and will consider the evolution of the current AODA and its goals for an accessible Ontario by 2025 and beyond.
For Immediate Release
FEBRUARY 5, 2018
TORONTO: Provincial Offences Court
Almost one year ago, Victoria Nolan (and her guide dog Alan) was refused a ride by a Toronto Uber driver. Nolan, a medal-winning Canadian Paralympic rower, finished training at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Complex when she hailed a ride with UberAssist (designed to provide additional assistance to seniors and people with disabilities) for the first time.
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