Past Event! Note: this event has already taken place.
Date: Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Time: 12 – 1 p.m. EST
Language of delivery: English
Platform: Zoom
Accessibility: ASL interpretation and bilingual captioning will be provided. Additional accommodations available as requested.
About
Ableism affects people with disabilities every day, often in ways we don’t notice. During this CAN Connect Forum, our panel will address what ableism is, how to spot it, and practical steps to create a more inclusive environment. Our panel of experts will discuss key issues related to ableism and share their experiences and solutions for addressing it.
Join us at this event to discover how to address ableism within your organization and foster respectful and welcoming spaces for everyone.
Speakers
Moderator
- Tony Labillois: Tony dedicated 35 years to Statistics Canada, distinguishing himself through his leadership in economic and social statistics and his commitment to diversity and inclusion. He became the Director General of Justice, Diversity, and Population Statistics, co-leading the Disaggregated Data Action Plan. For 22 years, he was a Champion for persons with disabilities, advocating for their full participation and valuing their contributions. Since 2020, he has served as Vice-Chair of the Governing Council and Chair of the Advisory Council of the Canadian Accessibility Network.
Panelists
- Dr. Cynthia Bruce, Concordia University: Cynthia is an Associate Professor of Music Therapy and Chair of the Department of Creative Arts Therapies at Concordia University. As a blind activist scholar working at the intersection of Critical Disability Studies, Music Therapy, and post-secondary accessibility, she mobilizes lived disability experience to foster educational and professional equity in Music Therapy.
- Dr. Maureen Wideman: Maureen is a distinguished learning and development leader renowned for her student-centred approach and leadership in the educational sector. Formerly the Associate Vice President, Teaching and Learning at the University of the Fraser Valley, she had just retired as Advisor on Accessibility, an area she’s been supporting for more than 30 years.