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Wednesday, June 26, 2019

Carleton Creates Canadian Accessibility Network

Building on its reputation as Canada’s most accessible university, Carleton University is launching the Canadian Accessibility Network – the first entity of its kind in the country. The announcement follows the historic passage of the federal government’s Bill C-81, the Accessible Canada Act. The bill sets groundbreaking... More

Friday, June 14, 2019

Yazmine Laroche Receives Honorary Doctorate from Carleton University

Carleton University today conferred an honorary degree on Yazmine Laroche in recognition of her distinguished career in the federal public service and, in particular, her significant contribution to greatly improved accessibility for all Canadians. Laroche was honoured with a Doctor of Laws during Carleton’s Spring Convocation, where more... More

Thursday, June 13, 2019

Laurie Beachell Receives Honorary Degree from Carleton University

Carleton University today conferred a Doctor of Laws on Laurie Beachell in recognition of his transformative leadership in advancing the equality rights of Canadians with disabilities. Beachell was honoured during Carleton’s Spring Convocation, where more than 4,800 students are receiving degrees over five days. In his address, Beachell... More

Monday, June 3, 2019

Carleton Students Design Accessible Seating for Canada Science and Technology Museum

Accessible seating designed by Carleton University’s Industrial Design students has been installed at the Canada Science and Technology Museum. Prof. Chantal Trudel’s fourth-year class took on the project and conducted a lot of research. “The students did background research on accessibility standards and guidelines, worked at various... More

Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Accessibility Innovations

Yazmine Laroche, the federal government’s first-ever Deputy Minister of Public Service Accessibility, will receive an honorary degree from Carleton University on June 14, 2019.   She is being recognized for her significant contribution to greatly improved accessibility for all Canadians, and for her success in departments such as the Privy... More

Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Enable Ottawa Shines Light on Accessibility and Technology in the Workplace

From public service champions to tech entrepreneurs, Enable Ottawa provided an engaging collection of experts and industry leaders working in the areas of accessibility and assistive technology at an annual event on May 22, 2019. With the theme of Technology and Employment, the event was hosted by Carleton University’s READ Initiative, in... More

Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Carleton University Endorses Federal Government’s New Charter to Promote Greater Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Carleton University has pledged support for the federal government’s new Dimensions EDI (Equity, Diversity, Inclusion) Canada Program which seeks to address systemic barriers in post-secondary education and research, particularly those experienced by members of under-represented or disadvantaged groups, including but not limited to, women,... More

Tuesday, May 14, 2019

Carleton Experts Available: Global Accessibility Awareness Day

As May 16 is Global Accessibility Awareness Day, Carleton experts are available to discuss topics related to accessibility and digital technology. Larry McCloskey Director, Paul Menton Centre for Students with Disabilities Email: Larry.McCloskey@carleton.ca McCloskey is the director of Carleton’s Paul Menton Centre for Students with... More

Tuesday, April 2, 2019

Volunteerism and Accessibility: Pillars of Canada’s Most Accessible University

Carleton is increasingly recognized as the most accessible university in Canada, but it’s a bit of a secret that the strong culture of volunteerism among students is a crucial part of the school’s ability to create such an inclusive and supportive environment. “We hold volunteers in the highest regard,” Raymond Cho, Ontario’s Minister... More

Tuesday, November 27, 2018

Carleton’s Paul Menton Centre to host Dr. John Davis Burton Award Ceremony

Hosted by Carleton University’s Paul Menton Centre (PMC), the Dr. John Davis Burton Award will be presented to a student who has made a significant contribution toward awareness, equality and integration of persons with disabilities within the educational community. This year’s award will be presented to University of Ottawa student... More

Wednesday, October 3, 2018

Carleton Industrial Design Students Capture Four Top Finishes at National Innovative Design for Accessibility (IDeA) Competition

Five recent graduates of Carleton University’s Bachelor of Industrial Design (BID) program captured four top-three finishes – including a first-place win – at the National Innovative Design for Accessibility (IDeA) competition organized by Universities Canada. Overall, 15 winners in five categories were selected from among 51 entries by... More

Monday, August 27, 2018

David C. Onley Initiative for Employment and Enterprise Development Launches at Carleton

Carleton University hosted the launch today of the David C. Onley Initiative for Employment and Enterprise Development – an innovative partnership among Ottawa’s post-secondary institutions to develop knowledge, resources and tools to support students with disabilities in advancing their careers. The Honourable David C. Onley, former... More

Thursday, August 23, 2018

Minister Raymond Cho Praises Carleton’s Accessibility and Inclusion Efforts

Ontario’s Minister of Seniors and Accessibility, Raymond Cho, toured Carleton University to get an inside look at how it is pushing the boundaries of accessibility and inclusion. The tour held on Aug. 22 was organized by the Paul Menton Centre for Students with Disabilities (PMC), which provides academic and support services, and... More

Wednesday, June 13, 2018

Catherine Frazee Receives Honorary Doctorate from Carleton University

Carleton University today conferred a Doctor of Laws, honoris causa, on Catherine Frazee in recognition of extraordinary leadership as a writer, an educator, activist and advocate for promoting and including of studies, art, culture and action related to disabilities in Canadian society. Frazee was honoured during Carleton’s Spring... More

Monday, May 7, 2018

Ontario Establishes $5-Million David C. Onley Initiative for Employment & Enterprise Development at Carleton University

Carleton-managed initiative will help Ottawa students with disabilities achieve  entrepreneurial and employment goals By Elizabeth Murphy Photos by Josh Hotz Ontario Attorney General Yasir Naqvi has announced that Carleton University’s leadership role in accessible education and career readiness for students with disabilities will... More

Monday, May 7, 2018

Ontario Establishes $5-Million David C. Onley Initiative for Employment & Enterprise Development at Carleton University

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Tuesday, May 1, 2018

Carleton Hosts Enable Ottawa 2018 to Highlight Accessible Design

By Joseph Mathieu Photos by Josh Hotz Accessible design benefits everyone, regardless of age or ability. That was a recurring theme at Enable Ottawa 2018, an all-encompassing accessibility conference and technology exhibition hosted by Carleton University’s Research, Education, Accessibility and Design (READ) Initiative, and generously... More

Wednesday, October 21, 2015

Accessibility at Carleton: Celebrating 25 Years

When psychologist Tamra Ricci, who has a physical disability, first began post-secondary studies, she struggled perpetually with doors and inaccessible washrooms. At the time, Carleton University had recently introduced its Attendant Services Program, a unique 24-hour service that helps people with disabilities get to class and social activities.... More

Monday, February 2, 2015

Carleton Leads in Accessibility: New Disability Studies Program Kicks Off

A minor in disability studies launched this academic year is the latest in a series of initiatives that point to Carleton University’s determination to be the most accessible campus in North America. A growing field, the interdisciplinary disability studies program explores historical, cultural, economic, physical and social aspects of... More

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