The following are some things to remember when interacting with a person who is blind or who has a visual impairment. As you approach the…
For many people interacting with someone who has a disability can be a stressful and daunting prospect, especially if they have had little or no…
Landscaping is often overlooked when streetscape accessibility is being discussed, but it is an important component of an inclusive environment. In addition to adding to…
Creating Accessible Neighbourhoods was created by and for disabled people who knew that businesses, charities/non-profits, communities, educational institutions, individuals, non-profits, and government need accessibility, equity,…
In 2005, Citizens for Accessible Neighbourhoods (now Creating Accessible Neighbourhoods) was founded because of transportation issues. See our origin story for details. Creating Accessible Neighbourhoods…
The terms “confined to a wheelchair” and “wheelchair bound” are judgements by people without disabilities about how it would be to live life in a…
Inclusive Playground Burnaby Central Park The City of Burnaby funded the inclusive playground in Central Park. Some equipment was donated, such as the Apollo Spinner…
Citizens for Accessible Neighbourhoods Services CAN is funded through membership dues and our three core services: Accessibility Audits (creating and delivering) CAN’s Executive Director, Heather…
CAN assists researchers, students, academics, and others with their research, studies, projects, and consultation. A recent example is our work with students and professors from…
Many people walk on sidewalks without giving a thought to the surface, but for people with mobility devices such as wheelchairs, scooters and walkers, or…