Celebratory Events
Yesterday, the Federal Court of Canada made public its decision in a landmark case of Donna Jodhan in her suit against the Federal Government for inaccessible websites.
It took real courage and a lot of work for one blind woman to take on the status quo and make something happen which had been a matter of law for many years. The Canadian Human Rights Act and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms has been in place for decades, which ensures equality of opportunity and freedom from...
Posted on: 30 Nov 2010
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.
News of...
Posted on: 20 Jul 2010
Today, January 4th, marks the 201st birthday of Louis Braille, the man who developed the tactile reading system that affords millions of blind and partially sighted individuals independent and private access to information. Because of its universal use and popularity, January 4th has also been designated, and recognized, as World Braille Day.
Braille remains a commonly requested format for leisure products such as books, letters and cards, but demand continues to increase for...
Posted on: 04 Jan 2010
The sense of sound has a profound impact on how we interact on a daily basis. As a gift to all my readers, I wanted to share a special treat that was created this time last year with the 2008/2009 T-Base sponsored athlete, Jason Dunkerley. Along with being an accomplished competitive blind runner with three Paralympic medals, Jason is also a gifted musician and guitarist. We had the opportunity to record a collection of songs performed by Jason, ...
Posted on: 01 Dec 2009
In honour of World Usability Day, recognized this year on the 12th of November, I am inviting you, for the entire month, to test your knowledge around usability, and how it pertains to blind and partially sighted consumers. Organizations' awareness and participation around World Usability Day events have increased considerably, thus further supporting its purpose... to promote, explore, and ensure the usability of everyday products/services (hint, hint). In keeping with the "...
Posted on: 02 Nov 2009
Celebrating it's 19th anniversary on July 26th, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was established to eliminate barriers that prevent persons with disabilities from the equal access of programs and services. More specifically, Title III under the ADA outlines particular requirements of public accommodations and commercial facilities. For the over 10 million blind and partially sighted individuals in the U.S., it is communication barriers that are most...
Posted on: 02 Jul 2009
As referenced in a previous blog, providers of electric, gas, and water who accessed the available link to an industry-specific fact sheet during the month of April were also entered into a draw for a free iPod!
While our winner had requested to have her name withheld in the announcement at the time of her submission, we would like to congratulate DS on being drawn as the Utility Usability Month iPod winner! I hope utility providers found the fact sheet...
Posted on: 05 May 2009
Yesterday, December 3rd, marked the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, a designation recognized worldwide. The aim of the day is to increase the understanding of disability-related issues, both the encountering and overcoming of challenges, and to promote the full participation of persons with disabilities into all social, economic, and cultural aspects of our daily lives. I refer back to the painting that is featured on this blog. This painting has personal significance...
Posted on: 04 Dec 2008
As you may be aware, the T-Base Athletic Sponsorship Program was created for individuals who exemplify a drive for success. In the 2007/2008 sponsorship year, we have had the fortune of sponsoring blind runner, and now three-time Paralympian, Jason Dunkerley who races with the assistance of directional and verbal cues from a sighted guide running closely beside him.
Jason has just returned to Canada after competing in the 2008 Paralympic Games and brought home the Bronze in the 1500m...
Posted on: 23 Sep 2008
Subscribe
