Often when people think about accessible technology, they think about niche products that solve problems for only a subset of the population, like an assistive device added on to a product to make it more useable for someone with a disability. But as today’s...
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...
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...
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...
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...