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It sucks, but not everywhere you go is accessible for someone with a mobility aid such as a wheelchair. Here I will document a few places who are trying their best to make themselves more wheelchair-friendly. I may also mention some fails who haven’t done a great job (without shaming anyone). Not everything is perfect, but some people are doing their best with what is in the scope of possible. Remember, often businesses don’t own the building they are in and can only make so many accommodations. I’d like to say it’s the thought that counts, but that’s not good enough. Only awareness will create real change! I will also keep you up to date on what I and the committees I am on are doing to improve accessibility!
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Mannequin Represents!
I was in Bayshore Shopping Centre rolling along and saw this awesome mannequin! Loving the representation. Believe it or not disabled people shop too (lol). Like anyone, we want to see ourselves represented in the stores we shop at. We are customers too! This dapper guy was spotted at Sport Chek. I hope to see…
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Community Art Group
When you are disabled, it can be easy to feel like you don’t fit into your community. That is why when a community group is open and accessible it is so refreshing. The Community Art Group run by Rideau Community Health Services is just that. This is a safe place where everyone is welcome and…
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False Advertising
Ok, so this needs to be said. If your business is not actually wheelchair accessible, please DO NOT advertise it as so. A lot of people with disabilities do research before they go somewhere to ensure they can access a place or space. Recently, I researched an establishment, and they claimed to be wheelchair accessible…
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Michael’s Table
Recently went to eat out in Perth at Michael’s Table. They had done some renovations, so I was eager to see the quality of the accessibility of the restaurant. To be honest, I was quite impressed. They had actuators on the doors to enter. They also had actuators on the doors to the washrooms, where…
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