Access in Progress

Accessible Media Inc.

Canada says it will be barrier-free by 2040. Access in Progress checks the work. Hosts Marco Pasqua and Bean Gill take the Accessible Canada Act off the shelf and into real life, one barrier and one fix at a time.

  1. -21 ч

    What Barriers Do PWD's Face When Trying To Access Food Banks?

    Food insecurity and disability in Canada are closely connected, yet physical barriers, rising food costs, inaccessible transportation, and inadequate financial support can make accessing nutritious food even harder. Janet Rodriguez explains how food banks, disability poverty, and government benefits affect people with disabilities, and why accessible food support is essential for dignity, health, and independence. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  2. -4 дн.

    What Does Digital Accessibility Look Like?

    Digital accessibility helps ensure everyone can use websites, workplace platforms, and online services independently. As Canada works toward its goal of becoming barrier-free by 2040, how can organizations remove digital barriers and create more inclusive experiences? Marco Pasqua and Bean Gill welcome Denis Boudreau to explore digital accessibility, workplace inclusion, assistive technology, and accessibility standards that can help organizations take meaningful action.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  3. -5 дн.

    Are Accessibility Plans Leading to Meaningful Change?

    What separates an effective accessibility plan from an empty promise? As federal departments move into the second round of accessibility planning under the Accessible Canada Act, the conversation turns to measurable goals, meaningful consultation, public accountability, and the importance of following through on commitments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  4. -6 дн.

    Why is Accessible Housing so Difficult to Find?

    Accessible architect Ron Wickman joins the show to explore the barriers that keep accessible and adaptable housing out of reach. Drawing on more than 30 years of professional experience and his personal connection to disability through his father, Ron explains why accessibility should be considered good design for everyone, rather than a specialized feature for a small portion of the population. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  5. 20 окт.

    What Does it Mean to Create More Accessible Content in the Entertainment Industry?

    How can the entertainment industry move beyond traditional accessibility features and make inclusion part of the creative process? Amy Amantea, a legally blind performer, actor, and access strategist, joins to explore how disabled artists can shape productions, influence artistic decisions, and help create more accessible experiences for everyone. About the Series Canada has promised to be barrier-free by 2040. Access in Progress checks the work.The show takes the Accessible Canada Act off the shelf and puts it next to real life, looking at the barriers Canadians with disabilities face today and what removing them actually takes. A set of recurring segments keeps the format moving: quick accessibility facts in Did You Know?, listener-judged scenarios in Accessibility Pass or Fail?, comedy in Isn't It Funny?, unscripted personal stories in Spill the Beans, international comparisons in There's an Act for That, absurd legislation in Dumb Laws and Accessibility, and the history behind Canadian disability rights in How We Got Here.Marco Pasqua hosts alongside Bean Gill. Marco is an accessibility consultant and speaker who has spent over a decade advocating for inclusive design, working with municipalities and business leaders across Canada on accessibility and inclusive employment strategy. Bean Gill is a keynote speaker and disability advocate known for her talk Disrupt the Discomfort of Disability and her Fall. Feel. Rise. Repeat. framework, and for her time on CBC's PUSH. Together they bring policy, lived experience, and a sense of humor to a topic that usually gets neither.Hard hats optional. Let's get to work. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  6. 16 окт.

    How Accessible Is Banking for Canadians With Disabilities?

    Disability, money, and financial accessibility intersect in ways that can shape independence, opportunity, and long-term security. This conversation explores the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP), disability supports, the Disability Tax Credit, accessible banking, and the financial barriers Canadians with disabilities can face. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  7. 15 окт.

    How Can Comedy Change The Way We See Disability?

    Disability, accessibility, and comedy can challenge assumptions in unexpected ways. Courtney Gilmour joins Bean Gill and Marco Pasqua to explore how humour and laughter can break down attitudes toward disability, change perceptions, and make accessibility feel like a natural part of everyday life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  8. 14 окт.

    Why Does Disability Representation in Politics Matter?

    Disability representation in politics matters because decisions about accessibility affect every part of life. Jeff Overmars joins Access in Progress to explore why people with disabilities need a stronger voice in political leadership, what barriers keep people from running for office, and how Canada can build a more inclusive democracy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Canada says it will be barrier-free by 2040. Access in Progress checks the work. Hosts Marco Pasqua and Bean Gill take the Accessible Canada Act off the shelf and into real life, one barrier and one fix at a time.

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  • Автор
    Accessible Media Inc.
  • Годы выхода
    2026
  • Выпуски
    14
  • Ограничения
    Без ненормативной лексики
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    © 2026 Accessible Media Inc.
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