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📝 On the Blog: Universal Design 101

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For , we've partnered with local organizations to highlight accessibility topics.

Today we're hearing from the experts at Included by Design on all things .

Check out the basics of universal design & how it allows for inclusion for every person regardless of ability, injury, or illness.

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https://gatewaytodiversity.ca/universaldesign101/

Thank you, Avenue Magazine — Calgary!

"Krooshl remedies the lack of accessibility by providing a crucial tool: a virtual community map. It lists local businesses within Calgary that meet a set of standards to ensure accessibility and a welcoming and inclusive visit." www.krooshl.com

New Platform Krooshl Maps Accessible Businesses for Calgarians - Avenue Calgary Krooshl helps people with a disability, seniors, new parents and temporarily injured individuals find accessible businesses in Calgary.

The recent pandemic put many Calgarians' lives in perspective. Entrepreneur and advocate Sean Crump hopes it is an experience that won't soon be forgotten. Through this intimate mini Telus documentary series, Sean shares his career and life journey.

"I have a very fortunate life, there have been ups and downs, and it really is about overcoming the things that are put in front of you—to get where you want to be." -Sean Crump

TELUS originals offers production grants and distribution opportunities for producers and filmmakers in British Columbia and Alberta.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMxajxRfcEE

Why I Love Calgary - Universal Access The recent pandemic put many Calgarians' lives in perspective. Entrepreneur and advocate Sean Crump is hoping it’s an experience that won’t soon be forgotten...

The pandemic disrupted the traditional workplace, resulting in an employee-driven transformation of improved working conditions.

While this progress improves life for all employees, it has fundamentally levelled the playing field for professionals living with disabilities.

How the post-pandemic work environment benefits every(body):
1. Hybrid And Remote Working
2. Emphasis On Mental Health
3. Benefits Expansion
4. Employee Power
5. Pay Equity

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Council Post: How Employees With Disabilities Are Influencing Workplace Trends In 2022 As leaders, we have to create workplaces that work for everyone, especially for people with disabilities.

Labour shortages are one of the biggest issues facing Canadian companies right now, but there’s an underrepresented and untapped pool of skilled Canadians that could help close the gap: people with disabilities.

Opinion: Hiring more people with disabilities can address labour shortages - The Globe and Mail Companies often think that accommodating someone with a disability is too hard or too expensive, but we think it is good business