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Next week will be National AccessAbility Week in Milton!
The week recognizes the contributions of Canadians living with disabilities while promoting efforts to increase accessibility and inclusion within the community.
“The Town of Milton strives to be an inclusive community where persons living with disabilities have an equal opportunity to participate in all aspects of our society,” says Milton Mayor Gord Krantz. “By working together to remove barriers, we can champion accessibility for all.”
The Town is holding a number of events to help celebrate the week and educate residents:
Community Flag Raising and Proclamation
Join Mayor Krantz, along with members of the Milton Accessibility Advisory Committee, as they raise the Flag of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
- Monday, May 29th at 10:00 a.m.
- Milton Town Hall Flag Pole, 150 Mary Street
Virtual Deaf Awareness Workshops
In collaboration with the Bob Rumball Centre of Excellence for the Deaf, the Town will host two free virtual workshops aimed at educating residents about the Deaf community in Milton and how to help build a more accessible community. Participants will also practice some basic ASL signs. Registration is required to attend the workshops. Participants can register at www.milton.ca/naaw.
- Virtual Workshop #1 – Thursday, June 1st, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Register here
- Virtual Workshop #2 – Thursday, June 1st, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Register here
Red Shirt Day
In support of Red Shirt Day, The Town of Milton also encourages residents to wear red on May 31st. Red Shirt Day is an annual event, spearheaded by Easter Seals, that encourages Canadians to show their support for persons and families who are living with disabilities while expressing their commitment to support inclusion efforts.
You can also help a local non-profit build a deck. Community Living North Halton is holding a fundraiser during National AccessAbility Week. They will be holding a cookout and car wash on Friday, June 2nd. Learn more here.
