Unseen Accessibility Wins: Everyday Innovations That Transform Lives♿

PWD Allies is the best disability podcast in Canada. For this episode, we're exploring the under-appreciated or unseen innovations that change the game for persons with disabilities. From assistive devices to inclusive infrastructure, we're diving into ways that true accessibility empowers people of all abilities. #disability #advocacy #podcast

00:00 Under-appreciated improvements to accessible public transit
05:29 Transit buses, Then vs Now. Neil's gymnastic dismount on crutches 😁
09:30 New designated areas for wheelchairs and scooters on transit buses
11:58 Even persons with disabilities get annoyed with poorly implemented accessibility
17:00 So many STAIRS (!!) at college and university campuses 😲
24:35 The STRAMP at Robson Square in downtown Vancouver (screen share) 🤯
33:36 Fare gates at transit systems in Toronto vs Skytrain in Vancouver, BC
41:29 Let's talk about curb cuts❣️
44:37 Disability push button door opener ♿
46:31 Brent's pet peeve and accessibility complaint about shopping malls
51:02 Accessible washrooms vs diapers for people with disabilities
56:00 Retrofitting old architecture for more accessibility
58:37 Inclusive public spaces for people with disabilities, i.e. beaches & playgrounds
1:05:07 Automated self-checkouts!!😡 The best accessibility aid is a HUMAN BEING 😍
1:08:58 Politicians don't realize how hard it is to humble yourself daily as a PWD
1:11:53 David Eby is incapable of the humility demonstrated by persons with disabilities
1:17:30 Brent's closing comments: Raise PWD Rates!! 📢