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August 28, 2008

 Sometimes equality means treating people the same, despite their differences and sometimes it means treating them as equals by accommodating their differences.

Judge Rosalie Abella
Chair, Royal Commission on Equality of Employment, 1984
 
Nova Scotia Trails
Nova Scotia TrailsCome out and enjoy these few remaining summer days by traveling on one of Nova Scotia's beautiful trails. By going to the Nova Scotia Trails Federation website you can find out which ones are wheelchair accessible in your area.
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PaddleALL
PaddleALLPaddleALL is a program aimed at promoting individuals with disabilities to participate in the sport of Canoe Kayaking.
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The Access-A-Home Program
The Program provides assistance to low to moderate-income households that will be modifying their homes. It is for persons with disabilities using a wheelchair.
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SpineRide comes to an end
SpineRide comes to an endWe had a wonderful ceremony in Halifax with CPA Nova Scotia and Brian's brother, Vernon the inspiration for SpineRide Canada. It was very touching to see Brian and his brother reunite after more than 6600 km bicycling across Canada.
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Which areas in a washroom do you find that are most frequently not accessible?
door width
turning space
grab bars not at the correct length and height
mirror too high
soap dispenser and hand-drying device too high
not enough space under the sink
toilet seat too low
no lever operated taps
all the above

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