Accessibrand

21/05/2026

Accessibility shouldn’t be limited to just one one place or one group of people.

It belongs in everything we do:

•How we design
•How we talk to each other
•How we move through the world

Today is Global Accessibility Awareness Day. Let’s work together to make the world inclusive for everyone.



Video Description:
Short Awareness reel for Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) featuring Laura Hernandez’s voiceover alongside cinematic b-roll clips of the Accessibrand team interacting, moving through spaces, collaborating, and sharing everyday moments together. The video reflects on how accessibility exists in daily experiences, communication, design, and inclusion. 🩵

21/05/2026

"Randy Dickinson, disability advocate and 'extraordinary force,' remembered" https://bit.ly/4wJhuEr via CBC News

New Brunswick disability advocate Randy Dickinson, who died Monday at the age of 71, is being praised for his unflagging efforts to make the province more accessible, inclusive and compassionate.

21/05/2026

Want to write more clearly?

Remove the fluff in your writing.

Fluff is:
· Extra phrases
· Jargon
· Extra information, stored in things like brackets and commas
· Extra words

Sometimes we add words to sentences to dress them up. These words may make a sentence more interesting.

Through the green back door, with an exit sign above it, you can leave the lovely concert or performance for the outdoor parking lot.

If you want someone to know something or do something, write a clear sentence.

Leave through the door with the exit sign.



Image Description:
Black background graphic with the title “AN ACCESSIBRAND SERIES” in white text. Below it, the teal heading reads “Less Words, More Clarity,” followed by “Bill’s Accessibility Insight” in white. In the center are icons representing editing, structure, and clear communication. At the bottom left is a photo of Bill labeled “Meet Our Team” with the title “Director of Community Development.” The Accessibrand logo appears in the bottom right corner.

20/05/2026

"‘I am proud of myself’: How this new facility is creating jobs for adults with disabilities" https://bit.ly/4dBQ7Ds via CBC News

A not-for-profit organization that supports adults with intellectual disabilities in Elmsdale, N.S., has moved into a new facility, offering more job and skill-building opportunities to those in the community.

19/05/2026

"Frank Hayden, Canadian researcher who ignited Special Olympics movement, dies at 96" https://bit.ly/3Rajllw via CFJC Today Kamloops

For many Canadians who have an intellectual disability or know someone who does, Frank Hayden is a treasure. "His advocacy changed the lives for thousands of intellectually disabled people across the world, including my own brother," said Chris Lewis, ...

19/05/2026

We’re honored to be recognized as Platinum Winners in both Graphic Design and Marketing + Advertisement by Community Votes.

Thank you to everyone who supported, trusted, and voted for Accessibrand.

This recognition reflects the power of purposeful, accessible design — and we’re only getting started 💙



Image Description: Teal background graphic with the title “Platinum Winner” in silver. In the center, the text reads “COMMUNITY VOTES 2026” with a silver circular star icon. Below, centered text says “Graphic Design + Marketing” followed by “Built with purpose. Recognized by community.” The Accessibrand logo appears in the bottom right corner.

16/05/2026

At Accessibrand, we’ve been having conversations about accessibility beyond websites and technology — including how accessibility shows up in everyday life.

In this short interview, Laura, our Social Media Manager, speaks with McKayla about clothing design and how something as simple as getting dressed can become frustrating when different bodies and physical needs are not considered.

Good design should make people feel included, comfortable, and considered, whether it’s a website, a document, a product, or clothing.

These conversations matter because accessibility is not one-size-fits-all, and lived experience helps us design better for everyone.

14/05/2026

"Hamilton mulls change to sidewalks, intersections. Why some residents with disabilities say no" https://bit.ly/4eIdWM8 via CBC News

Hamilton could be turning away from locally-designed textured concrete that makes sidewalks and intersections easier for people with disabilities to navigate. City staff say a change to using metal domes could help bring the city in line with provincial standards. However, several people with disabi...

14/05/2026

Accessibility is also found in the details people don’t always notice.

Every document should include a clear title or subject, the correct author, and the right language setting.

The author should reflect the business or organization that owns the document — not just the individual creating it.

Small details like these improve clarity, professionalism, and accountability.






Image Description 1: Black background graphic with the title “AN ACCESSIBRAND SERIES”. Below it, the teal title reads “Details Matter in Documents,” followed by “Sue’s Accessibility Insight”. In the center, there are accessibility-related icons showing checked document pages and a human figure with a check mark. At the bottom, there is a photo of Sue P. labeled “Meet Our Team” with her title “Accessible Document Specialist.” The Accessibrand logo appears in the bottom right corner.

Image Description 2: Black background graphic with the title “AN ACCESSIBRAND SERIES”. Below it, the teal title reads “Details Matter in Documents,” followed by “Sue’s Accessibility Insight”. In the center, there is a document example with arrows pointing to key accessibility elements such as a clear title, correct author, right language setting, and tagged PDF structure, showing how an accessible document should be formatted.

13/05/2026

"Niagara theatre group helps people with disabilities flourish and gain confidence" https://bit.ly/4eECTYR via CBC News

When they were getting ready to perform the stage show Thriller awhile back, TASC (Therapy Alternatives for Special Children and Adults) Niagara figured out how to include a cast member who can only lie in a wheelchair, can't sit up straight because then he can't breathe, and can't talk.

12/05/2026

"Small disability support providers say they are being left out of Ontario’s funding debate" https://bit.ly/4tBzKgd via StratfordToday.ca

While others are at the table advocating for change, many small organizations continue operating quietly under immense pressure simply to keep supports in place for the people who depend on them