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By Glenn Hendry
Published February 8, 2022

A request from the Oshawa Accessibility Advisory Committee (OAAC) that sidewalk patio applications be brought to the OAAC for approval was defeated at committee Monday, with councillors saying struggling businesses don’t need another layer of bureaucracy in their recovery from the pandemic.

Rosemary McConkey, who sits on the advisory committee, was surprised at the dissension she was hearing from her fellow councillors on the issue when it came before the Development Services Committee.

Request to Have Oshawa’s Accessibility Committee Approve Downtown Patios Denied. Read full article.

‘When buildings are more accessible, you’re increasing your customer base and sending a message you’re an inclusive business,’ says BIA chairman Nikki Cole

Getting around Barrie isn’t always easy for residents with mobility issues, and at least one local resident is hoping to see a change, sooner rather than later.

Waiting Game to Make City More Accessible Feels Like ‘Kick in the Face’. Read full article.

International Day of Persons with Disabilities, December 3,2021

Kong v. Toronto Standard Condominium Corporation No.1959, The Intervenor,Toronto Standard Condominium Corporation No. 1862

Original decision , March 4, 2021.

Issue before the Condominium Authority of Ontario Tribunal {CAT} involved visitor parking within a LEED certified condo. A disability accommodation request was made to the directors to improve the existing, and signed 120v outlets by installing above ground level 2 chargers to accommodate the owner’s disability while allowing for community access. The applicant has a deeded parking spot.

Disabled and Denied Electric Vehicle Charging. Read full article.

New noises, better technology won’t fix bad rider behaviour, critics say Kimberley Molina · CBC News
Posted: Nov 30, 2021

Kate Riccomini’s introduction to Ottawa’s e-scooter pilot project came when she tripped over one.

Riccomini is partly blind. While she has some sight, her eyes are light-sensitive and she uses a cane to pinpoint anything that might block her way while she’s out for a walk.

E-scooter Safety Upgrades Still Not Enough, Say Accessibility Advocates. Read full article.

Collingwood resident Kathryn Bloomfield was born with spina bifida, and is confined to a wheelchair.

With the roll out of the new County of Simcoe automated waste collection system which started the week of Nov. 1, many resident concerns that vary in scope have been brought to the forefront about the choice to use a one-size-fits-all approach.

County Waste Carts Raise Accessibility Questions for Local Committee. Read full article.