Summer of Connexion - Toronto, ON
Join the ConnexFM Team for the “Summer of Connexion"
May 25, 2023
11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday, May 18, 2023
Join the ConnexFM Team for the Summer of Connexion Event in Toronto, ON!
Accessibility in Concrete & Building Terms: Experiences From a Mom on Wheels
Barrier-Free is what Canada’s Accessibility Act promises to the 6.2 million Canadians living with a disability. But what does “barrier-free” mean and what barriers is this act referring to?
During this event you will learn from a decade long disability advocate and a mom with an acquired disability, Marjorie Aunos, who will show you the meaning of accessibility from her perspective as a wheelchair user.
Discussions will include what accessibility looks like for people with different disabilities, what challenges the retail sector is facing as it relates to accessibility, and steps facility managers can and should take in anticipation of the impending legislation in Canada.
Learner Outcomes:
- What barrier-free truly means from the perspective of a disabled person/parent.
- How creativity, innovation and a solution-focused mindset ensures inclusion.
- How creating accessible spaces leads to consumer loyalty with or without disability.
Speaker: Marjorie Aunos, Ph.D., Psychologist, Author & Speaker, PBEC Inc.
Location: Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference Centre, 801 Dixon Rd, Toronto, ON, M9W 1J5
You Belong at the Summer of Connexion as much as You Belong at ConnexFM!
Agenda
All times reflect event city’s local time zone
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM (Council Members Only)
Canada Council Meeting
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Lunch
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Presentation: Accessibility in Concrete & Building Terms: Experiences From a Mom on Wheels
Marjroie Aunos, Ph.D., Psychologist, Author & Speaker, PBEC, Inc.
1:30 PM - 1:45 PM
Break
1:45 PM - 2:35 PM
Roundtable Discussions
Topics include: What Accessibility Looks Like for People with Different Disabilities
Accessibility Challenges/Solutions Facilities are Currently Facing
Steps Facility Managers Can Take in Anticipation of the Impending Legislation in Canada
2:35 PM - 4:00 PM
Networking Reception
Networking Reception sponsored by Facility Plus
Registration Fees
Price Description | Amount |
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ConnexFM Staff | |
Friend of Connex | |
Multi-Site Member | $29.00 |
Supplier & Professional Services Members | $99.00 |
Trial Members ONLY |
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Location Information
801 Dixon Rd
Toronto, ON M9W 1J5
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