Author: bfcanadaNews round up for September 2022 For the month of September Donna continued her relentless pace on her various initiatives Here are the highlights. On September 02 Donna made her third appearance on Bob Branco’s podcast titled in perspective where she shared her experiences on how she interacts and communicates with the Canadian Federal GovernmentContinue reading Donna’s News Round Up for September 2022
A special year made more special As I write this particular editorial, I cannot help but admit that this particular year of 2022 has been one of the most special for me and in my lifetime I doubt whether I will ever see such a special year again. No, I did not celebrateContinue reading A Special Year made More Special
The assumption syndrome And what am I talking about now? After having spent the last six months carrying out informal interviews with various levels of staff from the banking industry, I have come to the conclusion that alas! A very growing and concerning syndrome has crept quietly into our landscape and unfortunately it isContinue reading The Assumption Syndrome
August 2022 clips For the month of August Donna continued her relentless pace on her various initiatives Things may have been quieter than normal but it does not mean that Donna did not attempt to stir the pot and this she did! Here are the highlights. For the month of August Donna answered the followingContinue reading Donna’s News Roundup for August 2022
July 2022 clips For the month of July Donna continued her relentless pace on her various initiatives Here are the highlights. On July 05 Donna was interviewed by Jess Milton of the Leaders Debate Commission with regard to the latest report posted by the LDC. Donna shared the following: * Party Leaders Platforms are oftenContinue reading Donna’s News Roundup for July 2022
Crying in the dark I just do not know how else to describe this present situation. In August of 2021 we began our campaign to grab the attention of the CBSA and the PHAC (Canadian Border Security Agency and Public Health Agency of Canada) to let them know that their much touted Arrive CanContinue reading Crying In The Dark
Nominate an Inclusive, Barrier-Free Business for Barrier Free Canada’s “Inclusive Business Award” Request for individuals to nominate a business that they believe exemplifies a barrier free business. Do you know of a business that has exceeded your expectations in terms of how inclusive and accessible they are? Do they constantly push boundaries to ensure theyContinue reading 2022 Barrier Free Canada / Canada sans Barrieres Call for Nominees for the Inclusive Business Award: Deadline: October 11th 2022
In honour of Barrier Free Canada’s Former President and Founder, Donna Jodhan. Barrier Free Canada – Canada sans Barrières is pleased to announce our call for applicants! If you have been an advocate for a number of years or know of anyone who has been: A. Submit your own application for that person, or B.Continue reading 2022 Barrier Free Canada / Canada Sans Barrieres Call for Nominees for the Donna Jodhan Advocacy Award: Deadline: October 11th 2022
How accessible is our future? I guess that one way to look at this question is to respond that it can be accessible as we are able to make it. However, there are several serious considerations on the table, and I will do my best to be quick about it. When it comesContinue reading How Accessible Is Our Future?
As they often say! You never know what it is like until you have walked the walk and this is exactly what I did on July 21 and 22 when my dear friend Jilla and I visited the cemeteries and beaches of Normandy. At least, I did my best to walk the walk I fulfilledContinue reading I Walked The Walk
