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Improving the lives of people with physical disabilities by raising awareness, changing attitudes, and increasing accessibility in the built environment.

British Columbia, Canada
Joined December 2007
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Rick Hansen Foundation
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RT @City_Chilliwack: Thanks to a grant provided by the Rick Hansen Foundation, we were able to make a number of accessibility upgrades to E….
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Rick Hansen Foundation
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Start making presentations that everyone can access and enjoy! 💡Check out our latest blog for practical accessibility tips for PowerPoint: #AccessiblePresentations #PowerPointTips #AccessibleCommunications #RHF.
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Rick Hansen Foundation
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Qualified persons with disabilities who are interested in joining a corporate board can apply here: @cffpdp . #aSeatAtTheTable #WhyNot #CorporateDirectors #BoardMembers #ChallengeCorporateCanada #BoardOfDirectors #DiversityChallenge.
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Rick Hansen Foundation
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Accessibility isn’t a feature, it’s a foundation! Marcia Yale’s decades of work show us the power of tech to include or exclude. Explore how she is shaping the future of inclusive tech in our latest blog: #DigitalInclusion #InclusiveTech #Inclusion #RHF.
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Rick Hansen Foundation
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As the school year ends, we’re celebrating educators who champion disability inclusion and accessibility every day! 👏.Thank you for your dedication to creating spaces where every student belongs. #ThankYouEducators #InclusiveEducation #Accessibility
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Rick Hansen Foundation
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For Carolina Miranda and her son who uses a wheelchair, visiting a truly inclusive playground was a powerful experience that insight sparked a movement!.Discover how inclusive education and early exposure help break down attitudinal barriers in our blog:
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Rick Hansen Foundation
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It's #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay a time to celebrate the heritage and tradition of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples across Canada. We recognize the strength and resilience of Indigenous Peoples committed to working in partnership toward an inclusive and accessible future
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Rick Hansen Foundation
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For information about the Canada Disability Benefit, including how to apply, please visit the Canada Disability Benefit website or contact Service Canada at 1-833-486-3007 or 1-833-467-2700 (TTY).
@AccessibleGC
Accessible Canada
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The Canada Disability Benefit is coming this summer. Find out if you’re eligible and get ready to apply:
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Rick Hansen Foundation
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Over 400K Canadians live with Deafblindness. This #NationalDeafblindAwarenessMonth let's break myths and embrace facts. Learn how communication works through touch, tech, and trust: Your awareness could remove a barrier for someone else!.#RHF #Deafblind.
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Rick Hansen Foundation
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Discover what Yat Li, shared with us about what accessibility means to Accessible Employers and how they champion inclusive workplaces, ensuring barriers to accessibility are removed so everyone has equitable and meaningful opportunities. #APN2025 #RHFAC.
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Rick Hansen Foundation
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When different industry leaders joined us for our webinar during #NAAW2025, one thing was clear: accessibility is about culture, not accommodations. Learn more and explore the full conversation:
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Rick Hansen Foundation
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We’ve had the privilege of connecting with organizations committed to creating a more accessible and inclusive world, like @yvrairport . Take a moment to explore about the impact of considering disability and inclusion from the very beginning #RHF #APN2025.
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Rick Hansen Foundation
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Accessibility is a shared responsibility, and our partners are putting it into action. Learn how Ingrid Palmer, Principal, IDEAL Advocate at Realize @HIVandRehab is effectively building and supporting inclusion into her workplace. #RHFAC #APN2025.
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Rick Hansen Foundation
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Huge congratulations to the incredible Michelle Stilwell! A true champion for accessibility and inclusion👏. #Accessibility #Inclusion #Paralympian #OrderOfSport #Cansportshall #ClassOf2025 #RHF.
@sportshall
Canada's Sports Hall of Fame
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A six-time Paralympic Gold Medallist and proud champion in two different sports, Michelle Stilwell has never stopped moving forward. Her deep passion and drive for sport and service has led her to a remarkable career championing accessibility and inclusion in wheelchair
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Rick Hansen Foundation
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RT @EasterSeals: Watch Being #UnstoppABLE®, our new video highlighting stories of accessibility and inclusion. Answer a short questionnaire….
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Rick Hansen Foundation
2 months
We’re thrilled to announce the 2025 Difference Makers of the Year award recipients! 🎉👏. Learn more about this year’s recipients and the amazing work they’re doing to create a more inclusive world in our blog: #NAAW2025 #InclusiveEducation #Accessibility.
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Rick Hansen Foundation
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Your Voice 🗣️ Your Ears 🦻 Your Connection 🧏‍♀️. This Speech and Hearing Month, we’re highlighting the importance of accessible communication. Let’s make sure everyone can participate fully!. 👉 Read more: #RHF #SpeechandHearingMonth #EveryoneEverywhere.
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Rick Hansen Foundation
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The Aviva Ability team at @AvivaCanada is driving real change in accessibility in their workplaces and beyond. With the guidance of RHFAC, they’re building spaces where everyone can thrive 🙌. Read more: #Leadership #RHFAC #Accessibility #InclusionatWork.
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Rick Hansen Foundation
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National AcessAbility Week.✅ Attend our webinars.💬 Share your thoughts and experiences around disability and inclusion .🔗Stay connected with #NAAW2025 and help raise awareness .❤️Donate and support the incredible work being done to remove barriers for people with disabilities
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Rick Hansen Foundation
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It’s National AccessAbility Week! 🙌 Let’s use this week to reflect on the importance of inclusion and the work that needs to continue to create a world where everyone can go everywhere!. #NAAW2025 #RHF #Inclusion #Accessibility #EveryoneEverywhere
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