Accessibility is a human right, not a privilege

As our nation prepares for a milestone anniversary that celebrates 150 years of proud achievements, I encourage all Canadians to become ‘Barrier Busters’ and work together to make accessibility and inclusion an economic and cultural imperative for the Canada we all deserve.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau created a cabinet position dedicated to Sport and People with Disabilities and mandated his minister, Carla Qualtrough, pictured left, to 'ensure a greater accessibility and opportunities for Canadians with disabilities.' The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Opinion

BY RICK HANSEN

November 28, 2016

On Dec. 3, people from around the world will participate in various ways to recognize the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, supporting and promoting the rights and dignity of persons with disabilities. Since carrying out the Man in Motion World Tour from 1985-1987 and founding the Ric...

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