Alberta's Accessibility Gap: A Conversation with Marie Renaud, MLA

Alberta's Accessibility Gap: A Conversation with Marie Renaud, MLA

As part of National AccessAbility Week 2026, AEBC hosted a virtual event featuring Marie Renaud, NDP MLA for St. Albert. She discussed her efforts to introduce Bill 206, the Accessible Alberta Act. She then answered questions from attendees about accessibility issues, including income support programs.

My Uber Experience with a Guide Dog: Policies vs. Reality

What happens when accessibility policies clash with real-life experiences? One AEBC member shares his personal experience using a rideshare service while travelling with a guide dog. It turns out, policy and practice do not always align.

TTT: Android Part 2: Play store and Contacts

This is the second of four Android sessions presented by Glen Sepke. This session focuses on how to access and navigate the Play Store, as well as how to add and manage contacts on your phone. Download the accompanying Word document: https://bit.ly/4dz4iul [https://bit.ly/4dz4iul]

AEBC National AccessAbility Week 2026

Ryan Fleury and Marcia Yale explore the mixed emotions and important conversations surrounding National AccessAbility Week. Marcia shares a sneak preview of AEBC’s upcoming National Accessibility Week events happening on June 3 and 4. The conversation broadens into an honest and thoughtful discussion about what accessibility really means and why these conversations matter year-round.

Accessible Museums: Bringing Exhibits to Life

Museums are increasingly using touch, audio description, and other sensory experiences to make art and history more accessible and engaging. Here, we explore museums that offer accessible tours, audio descriptions, and interactive experiences that bring history and art to life, making them more accessible and meaningful for everyone.