What Does It Really Mean To Be A Philanthropist?
When you hear the word philanthropist, who comes to mind? Maybe it’s someone whose name is on the side of a building. A business leader. A millionaire. Someone making headlines with a six-figure donation. Most of us have been taught to think of philanthropy that way. But that’s only part of the story. The word […]
More Than You Thought: Reflecting on a Community Conversation About Accessibility
More Than You Thought: Reflecting on a Community Conversation About Accessibility Over the past several months, our “More Than You Think. Something You Should Think More About.” awareness campaign invited our community to look beyond common assumptions about disability and accessible housing. When the campaign began, our goal was simple: to […]
Why Your Voice Matters: Participating in the National Housing Council’s Review Panel on the Lack of Accessible Housing in Canada
Why Your Voice Matters: Participating in the National Housing Council’s Review Panel on the Lack of Accessible Housing in Canada The National Housing Council is an advisory body that promotes participation and inclusion in the development of Canada’s housing policy. They provide advice to Canada’s Minister of Housing and Infrastructure on urgent housing issues, […]
What Alberta’s Transition from AISH to ADAP Could Mean for Albertans with Disabilities
What Alberta’s Transition from AISH to ADAP Could Mean for Albertans with Disabilities For many Albertans with disabilities, housing is about far more than having a roof overhead.It is about safety, independence, stability, and the ability to fully participate in communitylife. That is why Alberta’s transition from AISH to the new Alberta Disability Assistance Program(ADAP) is […]
What is the Digital Divide and What Does this Mean for Accessibility?
What is the digital divide and what does this mean for individuals with physical disabilities? What is the digital divide? The digital divide refers to the gap between people who have equal access to technology, internet, and digital skills; and those who do not. For individuals with physical disabilities, the digital divide is not just […]
Why Accessibility Legislation Matters in Alberta
Why Accessibility Legislation Matters in Alberta When we talk about accessibility, we are talking about something fundamental: dignity, independence, and belonging. For people living with disabilities, accessibility shapes every part of daily life, from housing and transportation to employment, health care, and community participation. It determines whether someone can enter a building independently, access public […]
What Is Universal Design And Why It Matters More Than Ever
What Is Universal Design — And Why It Matters More Than Ever We often think of accessibility as something added later — a ramp beside the stairs, a grab bar in a bathroom, a workaround to make a space usable. But what if good design didn’t need fixing? That’s the idea behind universal design. A […]
More than you think. Something you should think more about.
MORE THAN YOU THINK. SOMETHING YOU SHOULD THINK MORE ABOUT. This new awareness campaign starts today. Last year, we raised awareness about the urgent lack of accessible housing in Alberta. We spoke about the real and devastating consequences that happen when people cannot find housing that meets their needs. This year, we are continuing the […]
The Need for Accessibility Doesn’t End When It Snows
The Need for Accessibility Doesn’t End When It Snows Yesterday’s massive snowstorm has left much of our city buried. While snow days can feel temporary and inconvenient for many, for people with physical disabilities, the lack of proper snow clearing at businesses creates something far more serious than inconvenience. It creates exclusion. A viral reel […]
Awareness Encourages Change
Awareness Encourages Change Awareness Encourages Change We are continuing to run our campaign to raise awareness about the critical shortage of affordable, accessible housing in this province. We’ve been addressing issues that are often uncomfortable to talk about but are a real and urgent part of a housing crisis that demands bold, coordinated solutions. Every […]