Remembering David Onley, A Mentor, Friend and Champion of SCIO
David Onley is a familiar name across SCIO’s community, and one that invites delightful memories for many. The former Lieutenant Governor of Ontario devoted his life to enhancing accessibility in the province, and indeed, Canada, with no shortage of admirers and mentees in the disability community. Mr. Onley was a member of our organization for […]
Key Messaging for Prevention of E-Scooters to be Implemented in Toronto
As part of one of the grassroots initiatives SCIO is involved in, we are actively working with other disability organizations, people with lived experience and city councillors to prevent e-scooters from being present on Toronto sidewalks and public spaces. On June 28, 2023, the Infrastructure and Environment Committee will be holding a meeting to […]
Accessible Parking Coalition’s Letter to Top Mayoral Candidates
Accessible parking continues to be a barrier across the GTA, making it difficult for people with disabilities to navigate public spaces. Together with the Accessible Parking Coalition, one of the grassroots initiatives that SCIO is involved in, we submitted a letter to the top mayoral candidates to address the community’s concerns around accessible parking. We […]
SCIO Writes TTC’s CEO Letter of Concern Regarding Recent Wheel-Trans Changes
The recent changes announced by TTC’s Wheel-Trans are a cause for concern in our community, with hundreds of people having to re-apply for the service, thereby having to prove their disabilities and their severity. There have been recent media reports, highlighting the fact that people are losing full access to door-to-door service and being forced […]
National AccessAbility Week: The Highs and Lows
Each year, National AccessAbility Week highlights the importance of inclusion and accessibility in our communities, workplaces and culture as a whole. From fierce change-makers leading the way toward a fully inclusive world, to fashion brands becoming more disability-friendly, there are many reasons to celebrate the progress we are making in society. However, while there […]
