Category: Disability & Accessibility
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Snowed In, Pushed Out: When Winter Erases Access
When winter hits, accessibility vanishes. For disabled Canadians, snow isn’t just cold—it’s a barrier that isolates, endangers, and excludes.
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Not All Visibility Is Voluntary: When Disability Makes You Seen Before You’re Heard
Not all disabilities are invisible—and not all visibility is voluntary. This reflective post explores real-life experiences of being visibly disabled, from service dogs and CGMs to prosthetics and white canes, and the everyday challenges of public perception and ableism.
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Disability Pride Month: A Canadian Perspective on a Global Movement
Disability Pride Month isn’t just an American movement. Here’s a Canadian perspective on its meaning, symbols, and why visibility matters—whether or not you feel proud.
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Being Canadian and Disabled: It’s Complicated
It’s July 1st—Canada Day, and also the first day of Disability Pride Month. I can appreciate what’s good about where I live and still advocate for what needs to change. Because the reality is: access isn’t universal. Disabled Canadians are still waiting on promises, still navigating broken systems, still too often left behind. Disability Pride…