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Inclusion in Motion by AEBC
Enjoy audio versions of blog articles, trainings and webinar events produced by the Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians. Transcripts for all episodes are available upon request.
Episodes
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Self-Advocating at the Bank
Are you looking for practical tips to ensure accessible banking? Whether you're using an ATM, reading statements, or banking online listen in to learn how to…
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When Dementia Intersects with Blindness & Vision Loss
What do people who are blind or partially sighted, and their families, need to know about dementia? Join AEBC and the Alzheimer Society of Ontario as experts…
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New Research Offers Hope for Restoring Some Vision
An experimental treatment combining gene therapy with special goggles has helped some participants detect light and locate objects. Listen in to learn more…
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Celebrating the life of Nater Tater, Guide Dog
Listen to Louise Johnson's tribute to Nate, a beloved guide dog who touched so many lives. From puppyhood through formal training, discover the special bond he…
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Guide Dogs Want to Have Fun, Too!
What do guide dogs do when they have "time off"? Richard Marion shares the lighter side of a guide dog's life.
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The Braille Ballot: A New Way to Vote for Torontonians with Disabilities
Voters in Toronto now have a new Braille mail-in voting option, giving eligible voters the ability to mark their ballot independently from home. Listen in to…
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Leaping forward, looking back
Listen to this President's Report! It's a great way to catch up on what AEBC has been doing, our progress and challenges as well as some of what lies ahead. If…
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Who Let the Dogs In? A Positive Dining Experience
What does a positive restaurant experience look like for guide dog teams? Listen in to hear how much a welcoming, inclusive environment can mean.
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Tribute To My Guide Dogs
Betty has partnered with eight guide dogs over the years. Along the way, she's experienced changes in the world, guide dog training, and in her own life. Betty…
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Looking for Connection, Creativity and Community? FUTURES Is Back This Fall
What does it look like when young disabled and neurodivergent people come together to learn, connect and get creative? Listen in as we explore a bit about what…
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Awareness and Accessibility Observations from My Travels
In the final installment of his travel series, Richard shares more about his recent travels to London, Edinburgh and Paris, including his experiences with…
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Celebrating the 2026 AEBC / Allyant Scholarship Recipients
It is a pleasure to introduce the ten outstanding scholarship recipients for 2026. These students have demonstrated strong academic achievement, leadership…
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Highclere Castle is the Real Downton Abbey
Richard describes his visit to Highclere Castle in England and explains why Highclere is much more than the setting of Downton Abbey. He tells about its…
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My Travel Adventure to the Azores
What is it like to visit Terceira Island in the Azores? Neven Humphrey describes his trip from start to finish, including the highlight: a remarkable donkey…
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How We Planned Our Accessible European Vacation: Successes and Challenges
What does it take to plan an accessible European vacation? Richard shares the successes, surprises, and accessibility challenges he encountered while traveling…
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Seeing the Sights Through Description and Touch
Travel offers new experiences, and in this blog one AEBC member shares her journey to Greece and Great Britain. She discovered how descriptive and tactile…
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Travelling Blind—Looking Towards a More Inclusive Experience
Why do socks disappear in the dryer and why do airports still assume blind travellers need a wheelchair? In AEBC’s AccessAbility Week travel survey, AEBC…
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What Can $4.20 Buy These Days?
What can an extra $4.20 a month really buy in Canada today? Following the recent increase to the Canada Disability Benefit, we asked ChatGPT that question, and…
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Four Twenty: A Musical Commentary
What can an extra $4.20 a month really buy in Canada today? Following the token increase in the Canada Disability Benefit, AEBC asked ChatGPT what an extra…
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How Changing Perspectives Can Improve Quality-of-Life Following Vision Loss
How we see ourselves strongly shapes how we respond to both everyday experiences and major life changes. Licensed psychologist Joshua Simmonds, who is legally…
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My Cochlear Implant Journey
In this personal blog, AEBC member and Deafblind advocate, Penny Leclair, shares her cochlear implant journey, from profound hearing loss and isolation to…
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Three Unexpected Accessibility Travel Discoveries
Discover three surprising accessibility travel wins and practical tips from a lived-experience traveler. Read the full article, the third in Linda Bartram's…
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Tech Training Tuesday: VoiceOver and Accessibility Settings Part 2
In this session, Marcia and Diana complete their exploration of both new and older undiscovered settings in these two IOS26 menus.
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Deaf Blindness Awareness Month with Penny Leclair
In this candid and insightful episode, Deafblind advocate Penny Leclair shares her personal experiences as a Deafblind person. She is passionate about the…
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The Impact and Inequity of Intervenor Services Available to the Deafblind Community in Canada
In this blog, AEBC member Penny Leclair reflects on her lived experience as a Deafblind Canadian. She examines gaps in existing supports and services. Her…
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Tech Training Tuesday: Android Part 4, Simplifying Chrome and Its Settings
In Glen Sepke’s final Android presentation, he discusses optimal Chrome settings for more browser efficiency and free accessible apps best suited for working…
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Cruising with a Guide Dog: Onboard & Ashore
In these excerpts from a previous episode, Cruising with a Guide Dog, Richard shares his experiences travelling with his guide dog on cruise ships and…
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Android Part 3: Working with Gmail and Files
In this third Android training session, Glenn Sepke demonstrates how to use Gmail and the Files app on Android devices with the TalkBack screen reader. Topics…
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Accessible Air Travel Still Has Its Ups and Downs
In this second article in the series, Linda Bartram reflects on a recent trip to Europe and her experiences navigating air travel as a blind traveller. Drawing…
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TTT: Accessibility, Screen Recognition, and VoiceOver Settings in IOS 2026.5
This turned out to be Part One of a deep dive into VoiceOver settings with Marcia and Diana. Learn about demonstrated accessibility features including…
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A Few Travel Planning Tips
After a month of travelling through Greece and Great Britain, Linda Bartram shares some of the lessons she learned along the way. From trip planning and…
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National AccessAbility Week: Author Event 2026 (Part 2)
AEBC's second authors event during National Accessibility Week features presentations from two guest authors. Penny LeClair discusses her book, “Life with…
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National AccessAbility Week: Author Event 2026 (Part 1)
AEBC’s first National Accessibility Week Authors Event of 2026 featured two inspiring authors who discussed their books. Hannah Levitt introduced her book…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Tech Training Tuesday: Navigating New Websites with Screen Readers
Diana Brent and Chantal Oakes share practical tips for navigating unfamiliar websites using screen readers on PC and iOS. They explore key strategies for…
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Ontario Northland Train Returns: What We Know So Far
As plans for the return of Ontario Northland passenger rail service continue to develop, many travellers are looking for more information about fares…
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Tech Training Tuesday: Helpful Tips for Online Banking
Brian Moore, Manager of Digital Accessibility for TD bank, walked participants through the general layout of the TD website using his screen reader. He…
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Census 2026: Accessibility Barriers and What You Can Do
Census 2026 is underway — but many blind and partially sighted Canadians face accessibility barriers that make participation difficult. Learn what barriers…
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Journey Number Six: Louise’s Path from “Mystery Dog” to Kiara
Louise's journey to her sixth guide dog is one of patience, perseverance, and the incredible bond formed through partnership. Discover the behind-the-scenes…
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Tech Training Tuesday: Crafting Smart AI Prompts
Jeff Bishop, President of Blind Information Technology Solutions, teaches us how to craft prompts to get the most out of using AI tools to improve our work…
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A Conversation with Carol Austin
We had the pleasure of speaking with AEBC’s recently retired Communications Coordinator, Carol Austin, as she reflected on her three years with our…
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Opening Doors: The Impact of the AEBC/Allyant Scholarship
Marcia Yale, National President of AEBC and Scholarship Committee Co-Chair, presents the AEBC/Allyant Scholarship Program. Scholarship recipient, Aidan Lapp…
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Is It Still Volunteering? Valuing Lived Experience
Is it still volunteering when lived experience shapes decisions and drives change? This episode thoughtfully explores how volunteering is evolving—and why it…
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Tech Training Tuesday: Agiga Smart Glasses
Guest presenter Wendy Edie demonstrated and explained how she uses her smart glasses and provided some comparisons with other types currently available.
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Setting Up Group Messages in IOS
The session focused on teaching group text messaging functionality in iOS devices. Diana Brent demonstrated how to create and manage group messages, including…
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Fireside Chat: Leading Change Through Volunteerism
Today we sit down with Marcia Yale, President of AEBC, and Lee Pigeau, Executive Director, to talk about National Volunteer Week and the vital role of…
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Member Book Release: Life With Jefferson
Book release by one of our members: Life With Jefferson — a heartfelt look at the bond between a guide dog and the person they support. Co-authored by AEBC…
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Tech Training Tuesday: Using Microsoft Teams
This Tech Training Tuesday session focused on providing an introduction to Microsoft Teams, led by Richard Marion. The presentation covered basic navigation…
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Tech Training Tuesday: Managing Email Attachments
Learn how to handle email attachments more efficiently across both iOS and Windows in this Tech Training Tuesday session. Marcia Yale walks through practical…
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A Fireside Chat with Louise Johnson
Today we chat with Louise Johnson, a longtime AEBC member and current Board Director. Louise talks about her journey and in particular her experiences with…
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Tech Training Tuesdays: Using the Apple Password App
Today we talk about how to use the Apple Password feature. How to set it up and what you can use it for. RESOURCE: Quick Start Guide to Using Apple Password…
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Quebec and the Challenge of Offering French Education to People Who Are Blind
A personal account by Suleman Arshad about barriers, gaps in services, and what true accessibility would require.
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Tech Training Tuesday: Tech Drop In - March 2026
Starting the month off with another Tech Tuesday Drop In. Today we talk about authorization codes, forwarding, and Outlook Signatures.
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Tech Training Tuesday: WayAround Tags
WayAround tags are used to help individuals who are blind or partially sighted to identify and manage objects using NFC technology. Neva Fairchild, a…
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A Conversation with Stephanie Cadieux
We were pleased to meet with Stephanie Cadieux, Canada's Chief Accessibility Officer for a presentation on her office’s activities. She spoke about the work…