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The Good News: Accessibility Gains

Government of Canada ratifies UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
March 11, 2010
Joy and celebration are the two primary emotions felt today by many Canadians with disabilities as the Government of Canada ratifies the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) at the United Nations.

What is ATutor?
February 17, 2010
ATutor is an Open Source Web-based Learning Content Management System (LCMS/LMS) and social networking environment designed with accessibility and adaptability in mind.

Fair Access for ALL a Success / Dr. John Loxley Endorses the Call for Legislation
November 12, 2009
The campaign closes with more good news: prominent economist Dr. John Loxley has publicly endorsed the call for accessibility-rights legislation.

The Honourable Reg Alcock Publicly Endorses the Call!
October 09, 2009
“Manitoba has long been a leader in providing support for persons with disabilities, but it is important to note that Fair Access for ALL is truly about all of us," Mr. Alcock said.

Dr. Paul Thomas Endorses Call
September 22, 2009
"Strong and effective accessibility-rights legislation not only promises to address systemic human rights issues," says Dr. Thomas. "It will also enhance accessibility for all Manitobans, a benefit that will become increasingly important wi

Pen-to-Paper Kick-Off Concert!
September 21, 2009
Enjoy great music and write your letter to support the Fair Access for ALL campaign!

Housing Bill, Inclusive Home Design Act, Requires Visitability Standards – (AbilityMagazine)
August 27, 2009
'Universal standards for homes built with federal money are long past due,' said Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-IL. 'Implementing accessible features when homes are built is a simple matter of fairness, cost effectiveness, and common sense.'

CVS/pharmacy Enhancing Accessibility for the Visually Impaired To Its Web Site and Store Point of Sales Devices – (ICDRI)
August 23, 2009
CVS/pharmacy, the nation's largest retail pharmacy, announced today that it is implementing functional improvements to benefit its customers with visual impairments and other disabilities.

Iowa 9-1-1 Call Center First to Successfully Trial 9-1-1 Text Messaging – (AbilityMagazine)
August 21, 2009
Black Hawk Consolidated Public Safety Communications Center has become the first 9-1-1 Call Center in the nation to successfully receive text messages sent directly to 9-1-1.

European Research Agendas for Disability Equality (EuRADE) – (Access for All)
August 20, 2009
For the first time in the history of disability, Disabled People Organisations worked together with the key stakeholders in academic research including researchers from European Universities, research policy-makers, funders, and promoters showing interest