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#AccessFromHome Stories: Jess Oddi
On Dating a Frontline Worker During COVID-19 Words by Jessica OddiIt’s been three months since I saw my partner. As a Biomedical Engineer, he’s one of many front line people working at the hospital, making sure equipment such as ventilators are in peak condition for...
#AccessFromHome Stories: Marco Pasqua
To kick off our #AccessFromHome Stories, AccessNow had the opportunity to chat with Inspirational Speaker, Entrepreneur, and Accessibility Consultant Marco Pasqua. In this interview, he shares his experience during COVID-19: how it's affected businesses, from working...
Peace out 2017!
It's the last day of 2017, and we are counting our blessings. We've had a wonderful year building community and connecting with incredible allies and advocates from around the world. Together we shared information about thousands of places in cities all over the...
8 Accessible Beaches in Canada
If there is one thing we know for sure its that wheelchairs and sand are a bad combination. Unless you're prepared to dig yourself out of a deep sandy ditch, it can be pretty tricky to access beaches and waterfronts. With the addition of new pathways, boardwalks, and...
8 Canadian Innovations that are Improving Accessibility
Whether it be a product, service, unique invention or idea, it's a great time to be innovating. At AccessNow we are pretty obsessed with new technologies that are empowering people with disabilities. Accessibility Innovation has the potential to enable us all and...
11 Accessible Attractions in Canada
Yesterday we ventured across the country to take in the natural sights of Canada's accessible parks and trails. Today we are exploring the best of arts and culture, history and more. With tons to offer, Canada is rich with a wide spectrum of museums and galleries, and...
8 Accessible Parks and Trails in Canada
Today marks the beginning of National AccessAbility Week in Canada. Yes, thats right, an entire week focused on creating awareness and change for accessibility across the country. Province to province, this time is intended to promote and encourage opportunities for...
Why we need to stop saying “Special Needs”
The term "Special Needs" is one of those cringe-worthy, euphemistic, ways to speak about people with disabilities. For years I couldn’t put my finger on what it is about this phrase that bothers me so much…but this PSA for World Down Syndrome Day perfectly illustrates...
8 Accessible Places to Celebrate Valentines Day in Toronto
Looking for the perfect accessible place to celebrate Valentines Day this year in Toronto? We've got you covered. Here are 8 awesome barrier-free spots where you can get your romance on: 1. Pizzeria Libretto (155 University Ave) One of the best places to get a slice...
What a year it has been! ?
Hands down, 2016 is a monumental year for us at AccessNow. We are counting our wins this season and have much to be thankful for. AccessNow was named Best Product for Social Good from Azure Magazine, was chosen for a cash prize at the Social Venture Pitch Competition...
AccessNow named Best Product for Social Good by Azure Magazine
Celebrating another great win here at AccessNow. This week we were named Best Product for Social Good by Azure Magazine! The Azure Best of 2016 series is where they tally up the greatest design and architecture moments over the past year. We are ecstatic to be listed...
Maayan Ziv receives City of Toronto’s Access Award 2016
Congratulations to our founder Maayan Ziv who took home the 2016 City of Toronto Access Award last night. The city handed out its 2016 Access, Equity and Human Rights Awards Tuesday evening to activists who are working to break down barriers to equality in the city....
AccessNow x VICE
"Accessibility can be sexy" - just one of the many memorable statements from our new feature with VICE. At AccessNow we are passionate about changing the conversation about accessibility. For too long now, access has been associated with a medical model, and we are...
IDPD at Accessible Canada
We live in one of the most exciting times. It is a time for innovation, for new ideas, for inclusion, and a celebration of diversity. We are on our way to establishing legislation that will break down barriers for millions of Canadians, recognizing the importance that...
Maayan Ziv receives Startup Canada’s Resilient Entrepreneur of the Year Award 2016
Congratulations to our founder Maayan Ziv for receiving the Startup Canada Resilient Entrepreneur of the Year Award 2016. We are so proud to be part of a community that recognizes and celebrates diversity in Canada. Also, a noteworthy congratulations to all Startup...
Accessible Canada engages Young Leaders in National Youth Forum
This week we were in Ottawa for the National Youth Forum of Accessible Canada. Approximately 150 young people from across the country, with all types of abilities, gathered at Calrton University to discuss what an accessible Canada should be. This consultation...
When Advertising Gets Disability Right
Almost always people with disabilities are poorly represented in media. Disability is used as a trope, or an appeal to emotion, resulting in ableist perspectives that reinforce tired stereotypes. But sometimes marketing folks get it right, and its like a breath of...
Canadian Government Consultations Begin To Establish Accessibility Legislation
The Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Persons with Disabilities for Canada, hosted a panel yesterday to discuss how accessibility drives innovation. Our very own Maayan Ziv shared her thoughts on the need for a culture shift, and how media plays an...
Happy Birthday AccessNow!
Today we celebrate our 1st birthday and we want to say thank you. A lot has happened in this last year. AccessNow has grown to feature thousands of places in cities around the world. We have collaborated with awesome individuals and organizations and highlighted the...
How to Add Pins to the AccessNow Map (web)
Want to add pins to the AccessNow map on our website? It's super easy, just follow these quick steps: Step 1: Focus on the general area of the map Step 2: Search the name or address of the place you want to add. This search function works just like Google Maps...
Disrupting the Failure in Accessibility
written by Ahmed Saleh from the DMZ. We liked it so much we had to share. Looking for an industry that’s ripe for disruption? Try accessibility; or rather, the lack thereof. It’s 2016 and things have come a long way, but Canadians with disabilities still face a...
Shifting Space airs on CBC Radio
Are people disabled or is it our environment that is disabling? - This was the question I posed to CBC Radio when they asked me what I wanted to talk about on the radio. Recently I've had the opportunity to work with CBC Radio - on Monday I'll be hosting a one hour...
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