My Top 10 Take Aways from 2024 that Impacted Canadians with Disabilities
Author: Max Brault
2024 has indeed been a landmark year for Canadians with disabilities. The landscape of accessibility and inclusivity in Canada has evolved dramatically, propelled by advancements in digital standards, increased media representation, shifts in workforce demographics, and evolving corporate and government policies.
Each of these developments underscores the critical areas where accessibility is either advancing or in need of greater attention, helping to frame the priorities for the years to come.
The following are the top ten achievements from 2024, each one highlighting a significant aspect of this journey. Some of these milestones reflect a renewed emphasis on enhancing daily life, expanding access to services, and improving opportunities for Canadians with disabilities. From the federal government’s adoption of the European Union’s digital accessibility standard (EN 301 549) to the unprecedented visibility of the Paralympics in prime-time media, Canada continues to evolve as an inclusive society.
But this is not the time to sit on our laurels! We still need to progress in the areas of workforce representation, accessible transportation, and the equitable integration of new technologies [...]