Sharlyn Ayotte's blog

On August 22, 2010, the third stage of the American Federal Reserve's implementation of the Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act came into force. Provisions for fair and equal credit have continued to be incorporated into laws that prohibit discrimination in credit transactions.

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I recently read an article in the National Post asking, “Are braille’s days as the great equalizer over?”. After exploring arguments for and against teaching braille, the National Post concludes that the status of braille's longevity is limited. However, I strongly feel that braille is as useful, relevant and important as when it was first invented.

The 26th day of this month marks the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, (commonly referred to as the ADA), a landmark act in legislation that has enabled access, rights and dignity for people with all levels of ability across the United States. Championing the anniversary and chronicling the festivities.

Celebrations have been taking place across the country. For example, the blog, It's Normal, has been championing the anniversary and chronicling the festivities.

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We just had an Earthquake here in Ottawa – somewhere between 5.5 and 5.7 on the Richter scale. From what we can tell, the earthquake was felt across most of Ontario and the northern United States.

Last week, I had the pleasure of being a guest speaker at the North Dakota School for the Blind located in Grand Forks, North Dakota. What an experience!

After a seven hour flight, my dog, Bizet, and I touched down in Grand Forks.  Grand Forks is a charming town of about 50,000 very friendly people. Being a country girl at heart, I felt immediately welcome.

After 20 years as Founder in my role as President and CEO of T-Base, I have initiated a planned transition into a new and important position with reduced time commitment as a step towards retirement.

After recently returning home from a simply unforgettable, one month trip to Tanzania, I am reminded, once again, that in no way do challenges have to limit our opportunities in life.

Despite the unfamiliar surroundings, unsettled terrain and unconventional transportation that I knew I was to encounter on this rare excursion, I did not let it stop me from participating, alongside my sighted travel partners, in all activities.