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If you're blind or partially sighted, the white cane or guide dog remain the undisputed pillars to independent travel. That being said, cutting edge research at major universities aims to shake up the orientation and mobility landscape with new, high... more

Whether it's a hobby, professional work, or the pleasure of creating with your hands, arts and crafts groups bring people together to share and admire your own work and the work of others.

Vanessa Leu and Kali Talmon-Longden wanted to create a kind,... more

Kelly MacDonald has always wondered what goes on behind the food truck window after receiving his order, and he went on a mission to find out if the secrets are all in the sauce and the recipes.

Liam Brannigan, owner of Brannigan's Fish & Chips, sha... more

We all believe we know what is important to each of us, especially when it comes to our housing needs. Is it affordable housing? Is it support systems that promote independence? Kelly MacDonald explores what defines accessible housing around Canada a... more

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Vanessa Leu
Disabled artist and advocate, wheelchair user from Toronto
Independent artist
Episode: Crafting with Community: Where Access Meets Art
Sandor Dossman
Owner-operator of Fo'Cheezy Food Trucks
Fo'Cheezy Food Trucks
Episode: The Food Truck Life: Delivering Comfort to Gourmet
Sandra Hepditch
Co-owner of Fo'Cheezy Food Trucks
Fo'Cheezy Food Trucks
Episode: The Food Truck Life: Delivering Comfort to Gourmet
Liam Brannigan
Co-owner of Brannigan's Fish & Chips Food Truck
Brannigan's Fish & Chips
Episode: The Food Truck Life: Delivering Comfort to Gourmet
Jorge Verdugo
Procurement and taco-focused operator
Jorge's No. 1 Tacos
Episode: The Food Truck Life: Delivering Comfort to Gourmet
Dani Carr
Executive Director of Elmwood, Saskatoon
Elmwood
Episode: Accessible Housing: A Different Definition From Person to Person
Lori Holloway
CEO of the Ontario Community Support Association (OCSA)
OCSA
Episode: Accessible Housing: A Different Definition From Person to Person
Judy Sgro
Member of Parliament, Humber River—Black Creek
Parliament of Canada
Episode: Looking into Canada‘s National Eyecare Strategy
Greg David
AMI communication specialist with blind/low-vision community insights
AMI
Episode: Looking into Canada‘s National Eyecare Strategy

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Crafting with Community: Where Access Meets Art
Q: First of all, do you want to start by telling us how much crafting you've done in your life or anything particular you've enjoyed over your experience crafting?
Vanessa discusses a long-standing relationship with craft that evolved after her disability, highlighting how community and shared making helped her rediscover creativity and purpose.
Overdue or Overreach: Encryption and Security in Canada
Q: What are the main civil-liberties concerns with Bill C-22 and SEA as described by Tamir Israel?
Israel emphasizes that broad, open-ended powers and secret orders threaten privacy, undermine accountability, and could coerce tech companies into weakening security, potentially harming users and the public trust. He argues for targeted powers, greater safeguards, and transparent oversight.
Getting a Guide Dog: The Process Behind the Partnerships
Q: What does the application process look like and how are hosts evaluated for a guide dog match?
The process asks about living situation, routes, safety and independence; it's not about merely wanting a dog but about proving the ability to handle training, maintain safety, and have established routines that provide purposeful work for the dog.
Safe on the Water: Exploring Inclusive, Accessible Water Activities
Q: What equipment do you have at your disposal for rescue and safety on the water?
A 28-foot pursuit vessel with powerful engines and a full suite of safety gear, including first aid, oxygen, dewatering pumps, radar, GPS, AIS, and radios, supported by Coast Guard assets when needed.
Safe on the Water: Exploring Inclusive, Accessible Water Activities
Q: Ian, what kinds of safety steps do you take when getting on the water with your group?
We tailor safety to each paddler, minimize risk based on mobility and swimming abilities, use outriggers and pontoons to prevent tipping, fit everyone with properly sized PFDs, and run pool-style clinics for practice and familiarity with equipment.

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The program repeatedly centers lived experience to explore disability, accessibility, healthcare, policy, and community resilience. Episodes examine practical barriers and enablers—from guide dog partnerships and adaptive outdoor recreation to privacy law and digital rights—while weaving in expert, advocate, and user perspectives. A distinctive throughline is how systems and design shape inclusion in daily life, institutions, and public spaces, often highlighting real-world impact through personal narratives and investigative reporting. This mix of documentary storytelling, policy context, and on-the-ground advocacy makes it a compelling resource for listeners who want nuanced, human-centered conversations about accessibility, rights, and c... more

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2. Sandor Dossman
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5. Jorge Verdugo
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7. Lori Holloway
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