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TVOkids Polly Can Do is an animated kids series that explores the playtime adventures of a five-year-old girl with cerebral palsy. Polly brings her can do attitude which empowers her to live her best life, and helps her friends live their best lives too. Jackie Palmer-McPherson, a Holland Bloorview client and the voice of Polly, joins us. Plus, Michael Feir gives us a tour of the podcasts, music and interesting shows available through the CBC Listen app.  #accessibility #assistivetech #podcast #disability #blind #accessibilemedia #KellyCo Find Kelly & Company on YouTube!About AMIAMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+Learn more at AMI.caConnect with Accessible Media Inc. online:X /Twitter @AccessibleMediaInstagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audioFacebook at @AccessibleMediaIncTikTok @AccessibleMediaIncEmail feedback@ami.ca

The Pulse is continuing to cover the important impact made by a historic $30 million dollar donation from The Slaight Family Foundation to 11 of the leading organizations in disability advocacy and healthcare in Canada.On this episode, host Grant Hardy is speaking with Sandra Hawken, President and CEO of the Holland Bloorview Foundation. Grant and Sandra have an interesting conversation about the development of Brain Computer Interface programs at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, and what the funds from the donation will do to further improve the programming. Find us on Twitter: @AMIaudio #PulseAMITo contact the Pulse: feedback@ami.caCheck out our website: https://www.ami.ca/ThePulseAbout AMIAMI is a not-for-profit media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians who are blind or partially sighted. Operating three broadcast services, AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French, AMI's vision is to establish and support a voice for Canadians with disabilities, representing their interests, concerns and values through inclusion, representation, accessible media, reflection, representation and portrayal.Learn more at AMI.caConnect on Twitter @AccessibleMediaOn Instagram @accessiblemediaincOn Facebook at @AccessibleMediaIncOn TikTok @accessiblemediainc

Teachers who are misusing sick days are stealing CALLS: What should be done about this? GUEST: Julia Hanigsberg - Holland Bloorview’s president and CEO Holland Bloorview celebrates 125 years of care Should I let family hold my baby? Doctors weigh in on how to keep newborns safe around the holidays

Grant Hardy hosts The Pulse, and speaks with Dilshad Kassam-Lallani, and Wesley Magee-Saxton from Holland Bloorview Kid's Rehabilitation Hospital about the “Turning 18 isn't so sweet: the critical gaps in health care for young adults with disabilities” report, part of their bigger advocacy campaign called “No Piece of Cake.” The report highlights the systemic change that is needed to support patients with disabilities through their transition from pediatric healthcare to the adult health care system. Dilshad Kassam-Lallani is a nurse practitioner in the Spina Bifida/Spinal Cord Injury Clinic at Holland Bloorview and sat on the advisory panel for the report. She speaks to Grant about the experiences with patients that helped her advise the reporters for this campaign, and what kind of impact this kind of report can have on the disability community. Then, Wesley Magee-Saxton joins Grant for a conversation about their lived experience aging out of the pediatric healthcare system. Wesley is 24 years old and has Cerebral Palsy. They were a patient of Holland Bloorview from 18 months old to 18 years old and describes their 18th birthday as “falling off a cliff.” You can read the full report at www.nopieceofcake.caHighlights:Show Intro (00:00)Introducing Dilshad Kassam-Lallani (1:30)Key findings from the report (3:39)Demographics and location's impact on healthcare accessibility (6:30)Dilshad's biggest takeaway from the report (8:01)Biggest risks that patients face coming out of pediatric care (10:48)What can we do to create change? (12:39)Introducing Wesley Magee-Saxton (15:47)What was the transition to adult health care like? (17:04)Ways to support patients coming out of pediatric care (18:01)The most shocking aspect of aging out of pediatric care (19:49) What can be changed in the adult health care system? (20:43)Young adults deserve better during this transitional period (22:41)Wesley's work at Holland Bloorview (25:46)Wesley's dreams in Hollywood! (26:41) Find us on Twitter: @AMIaudio #PulseAMITo contact the Pulse: feedback@ami.caCheck out our website: https://www.ami.ca/ThePulseAbout AMIAMI is a not-for-profit media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians who are blind or partially sighted. Operating three broadcast services, AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French, AMI's vision is to establish and support a voice for Canadians with disabilities, representing their interests, concerns and values through inclusion, representation, accessible media, reflection, representation and portrayal.Learn more at AMI.caConnect on Twitter @AccessibleMediaOn Instagram @accessiblemediaincOn Facebook at @AccessibleMediaIncOn TikTok @accessiblemediainc

Joeita speaks to sex educator and host of AMI-tv's "That Sex Show", Rachele Manett about how parents & caregivers of youths with disabilities can have meaningful conversations about sex, sexuality and gender identity.HighlightsOpening Remarks (00:00)Introducing Rachele Manett (01:30)KNEDS - Knowledge Network of Expertise in Disability and Sexuality (03:32)Disability, Sexuality, and the Role of the Caregiver (05:43)Reasons for Lack of Comfort Discussing Sexuality & Disability (07:04)The Desexualizing of People with Disabilities (08:46)Personal Support Workers, Caregivers, Intimacy & Sexuality (10:22)Resources Related to Disability & Sexuality (12:42)Conversations Surrounding Sex Toys & Supplies (17:43)When to Start Discussing Sexuality, Consent & Privacy (19:26)Sex Education & Disability in the School System (21:44)Advice for Parents & Caregivers (24:27)Show Close (25:37)Guest Bio (courtesy of Venus Envy)Rachele Manett (they/she) is a queer, disabled sex educator, and host of Accessible Media Inc's That Sex Show. Their work is influenced by their own experience with disability, as well as a background in recreation therapy and a masters degree exploring acquired physical disability and sexuality. While her work explores all sorts of sexuality-related topics, Rachele holds a particular love towards disabled sexuality and accessible sex practices.Watch “That Sex Show” on AMISee Rachelle in “Our Community: Accessing Pleasure”In this episode of Our Community: The Tetra Society's focus is to find solutions to overcome environmental barriers faced by people with disabilities, including sex toys. In this episode, we'll follow each step of a request being fulfilled.More on the Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital ProFILE LabThe ProFILE Lab is part of the Bloorview Research Institute at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, and is led by Dr. Amy McPherson, Senior Scientist at Holland Bloorview and Associate Professor at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health and Rehabilitation Sciences Institute at the University of Toronto. Amy is a Chartered member of the British Psychological Society, Division of Health Psychology. She is also a psychotherapy trainee.The work conducted in the ProFILE Lab addresses timely research questions around the promotion of the health and wellness of children with disabilities and long-term conditions. Weight management, body diversity, sexuality, mental health, and disordered eating are priority areas of investigation. The lab regularly involves family stakeholders in research study teams to ensure research is timely and relevant. About The PulseOn The Pulse, host Joeita Gupta brings us closer to issues impacting the disability community across Canada.Joeita Gupta has nurtured a life-long dream to work in radio! She's blind, moved to Toronto in 2004 and got her start in radio at CKLN, 88.1 FM in Toronto. A former co-host of AMI-audio's Live from Studio 5, Joeita also works full-time at a nonprofit in Toronto, specializing in housing/tenant rights. Find Joeita on X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/JoeitaGupta The Pulse airs weekly on AMI-audio. For more information, visit https://www.ami.ca/ThePulse/ About AMIAMI is a not-for-profit media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians who are blind or partially sighted. Operating three broadcast services, AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French, AMI's vision is to establish and support a voice for Canadians with disabilities, representing their interests, concerns and values through inclusion, representation, accessible media, reflection, representation and portrayal. Learn more at AMI.caConnect on Twitter @AccessibleMediaOn Instagram @accessiblemediaincOn Facebook at @AccessibleMediaIncOn TikTok @accessiblemediaincEmail feedback@ami.ca

The Hamilton Today Podcast with Scott Thompson: We get Hamilton International Airport's reaction to news that in the summer, Air Canada will offer ‘luxury' bus service to Toronto Pearson Airport from Hamilton as well as Waterloo. Today, February 22nd is Heart Valve Disease Awareness Day, and Hamilton resident Cole Moro has firsthand experience with the disease. A plan to use a portion of a downtown Stoney Creek municipal parking lot to shore up Hamilton's affordable-housing stock has fizzled in the face of stiff local opposition. A man who killed four members of a Muslim family and injured a fifth in London, Ontario, committed an act of terrorism, Justice Renee Pomerance concluded today. Pierre Poilievre is in London, Ontario. We speak with him about the issues affecting Southern Ontario. It is all coming up on the Hamilton Today Podcast! Guests: Cole Horncastle, Executive Managing Director with Hamilton International Airport. Cole Morro, Interventional Radiology Physician Assistant in Hamilton, Ontario, advocate for Heart Valve Disease awareness. Susannah Van Damme, Team Lead, Clinical Brain Computer Interface Program at Holland Bloorview. Steven Chase, Senior Parliamentary Reporter, The Globe and Mail. Matt Francis, Ward 5 Councillor for the City of Hamilton. Ben Harrietha, Reporter with 980 CFPL in London. Peter Graefe, Professor of Political Science with McMaster University. Pierre Poilievre, Federal Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada. Scott Radley, host of the Scott Radley show and columnist with the Hamilton Spectator. Host – Scott Thompson Content Producer – William Erskine Technical/Podcast Producer – Tom McKay Podcast Co-Producer – Ben Straughan News Anchor – Dave Woodard & Jen McQueen Want to keep up with what happened in Hamilton Today? Subscribe to the podcast! https://megaphone.link/CORU8835115919

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Rabia Khedr explores the world of entrepreneurship for people with disabilities. Lawrence Gunther chats about the significance of Fat Bear Week. And Courtney Weaver tells you about Holland Bloorview's new decision-aid tool for autistic young adults in the workplace. This is the October 24, 2023, episode.

Pinball Clemons and Mickey Donovan sign extensions, the Argos visit Holland Bloorview, Boris Bede surpasses 1000 points, and AJ Ouellette squats 635 pounds. It was another busy week in Toronto! We look at who the Argos should rest down the stretch, plus we've got all the usual assortment of podcast goodies to get you set for Toronto's Saturday matchup with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.

The Holland Bloorview clinician and research director discusses how growing up on a small island shaped her career and the existential questions that keep her up at night.

The Holland Bloorview clinician and research director discusses how growing up on a small island shaped her career and the existential questions that keep her up at night.

In today's episode, we are speaking with Andrea Lamont about her role working in paediatric music therapy and what it means to be innovative in the fields of psychotherapy and education. Andrea shares some amazing examples of innovation that she has been involved with at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital along with ways to connect the paediatric system of support. Here is a little more about Andrea: Andrea Lamont, MSC, RP, MTA, FAMI, works as the Music Therapy Team Lead, Clinical Education Liaison, and contributor/content expert to various interdisciplinary research projects at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital. Andrea also teaches and provides clinical supervision for the music therapy program at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo. In 2017, Andrea was awarded the Meritorious Service Cross (Civil Division) as part of the Holland Bloorview team that created the Virtual Music Instrument in 2017 and in 2018 Andrea received an award for clinical excellence from the Teaching and Learning Department at Holland Bloorview. In 2020, Andrea co-created a Student-Lead Learning Environment opportunity through Holland Bloorview's Teaching and Learning Department in response to the impact of the pandemic; delivering a virtual clinical music therapy and music psychotherapy services for parents and caregivers of children with special needs served by Holland Bloorview in partnership with Wilfrid Laurier University's music therapy program.

We talk about As I Live And Breathe, a new book of short stories on the experiences of youth with disabilities. Joeita's guests are author Lexin Zhang & Dolly Menna-Dack, youth engagement lead at Holland-Bloorview. Listen Live: ami.ca/listenliveBloorview#disability #stories  This is the January 26 , 2023 episode. 

The Argos finally made the statement we've all been waiting for. Clay and Will talk only good from the game in Ottawa. As the team gets healthier we have the good problem of too many WRs and DBs. Plus the Argos visit Holland Bloorview and the Pork Rankings surf the Interweb for the craziest pork related items.

Julia Hanigsberg, President & CEO of Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, explains how advocating for patients with disabilities and other marginalized groups informs her leadership at the largest children's rehab hospital in Canada. Recognized as one of the country's most powerful CEOs by the Women's Executive Network (WXN), Julia also discusses tech innovations that can help expand healthcare access, as well as her personal involvement in Holland Bloorview's flagship fundraiser, Capes for Kids.

In her Central Canada report, Karen Magee describes Holland Bloorview's project to promote inclusion in Ontario classrooms. She also tells us about Bruce Simpson, a Canadian author who has made two of his children's book available in ASL. From the March 17, 2022 episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown, producer Dawn Dickinson explains the U.K.'s cost of living crisis and its impact on the disability community. Shaun Preece of Double Tap Canada explores the impact hackers are making in the cyber war against Russia. In her Central Canada report, Karen Magee describes Holland Bloorview's project to promote inclusion in Ontario classrooms. And community reporter Shaini Saravanamuthu shares details about this year's sugar shack season in Montreal. This is the March 17, 2022 episode.

"Dating is hard for everyone" - Katryna Klepacki About Katryna Klepacki Katryna Klepacki is a full time MBA student at TRSM. Prior to her MBA she worked in marketing and event management for music, technology and start up companies. Post-MBA her goal is to pursue a career in social impact or Corporate Social Responsibility. She is a member of Holland Bloorview's Children's Rehabilitation Hospital's Catalyst Council and is passionate about supporting as many social and charitable causes as possible. Her hobbies include fitness, spending time outdoors and enjoying Toronto's many coffee shops. Connect with Katryna LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrynaklepacki/ Charity of The Month Y&D donates all of its revenue to charity. The National Stuttering Association (NSA) is the largest non-profit organization in the world dedicated to bringing hope and empowerment to children and adults who stutter, their families, and professionals, through support, education, advocacy, and research. Their vision is to build on our position as the preeminent organization for supporting people who stutter. You can make your donation here: https://westutter.org/donate/ Connect With The Yonge and Dundas Team Roshan Sahu (Host): roshansahu@protonmail.com Nadia Barbosa (Executive Producer): nadia.barbosa@ryerson.ca Website: https://www.yongedundaspodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yongedundaspodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/yongedundaspodcast Copyright Roshan Dev Sahu 2021. All Rights Reserved. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Carolyn McDougall is an Occupational Therapist at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital and Lead for the hospital's Transition Strategy – Employment Participation Pathways. Carolyn is passionate about the value of work and the importance of gaining work experiences from an early age. She coordinates employment programming for 80+ youth with disabilities annually. She is the Business Liaison for Holland Bloorview's co-site host role for ProjectSEARCH Toronto. She has worked previously in health sector human resources, research and communications roles. Carolyn's research and community partnership interests relate to: participation in employment, transitions to adulthood, life skills, family involvement and systems coordination. Resources mentioned: - youth: consider speaking with a guidance councillor at your highs school or with a career councillor at your college or university career centre, and check out Youth Jobs Canada; - individuals with diverse abilities: Autism Speaks, Discover Ability Network, Family Support Network for Employment, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital - Youth Employment Programs, MentorAbility Canada, and ProjectSEARCH Toronto; - all ages and backgrounds: connect with a local employment services provider in your area. Help the Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital deliver life-changing programs for kids with diverse abilities and medical complexities: https://fundraise.capesforkids.ca/capes2021/ruthdanjoe If you have a career planning question you'd like us to answer on The Career Planning Show, let us know via Rascanu.com/TheCareerPlanningShow or at @AlexRascanu. Access additional free career planning resources at Rascanu.com/Career.

Julia and Stephanie discuss pandemic life, and what it’s like to be the CEO of a hospital. We dive into discussions about disabilities, barriers she faced in her career, and lessons she has learned leading a hospital during a pandemic and what skills and experiences have helped her do that well. Julia shares her hopes for the future in post pandemic life. Julia shares so much wisdom, personally and professionally, this is an episode you don’t want to miss! Who is Julia Hanigsberg? Julia Hanigsberg is the President and CEO of Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital. Which is Canada’s largest children’s rehabilitation hospital and a Top 40 research hospital. At Holland Bloorview Julia led the development of the No Boundaries strategy, expanded clinical services, launched the social justice campaign Dear Everybody, and championed an ambitious growth plan for the Bloorview Research Institute. She champions girls and women in STEM as a member of the Executive Advisory Board of FIRSTRobotics Canada and its Girls in STEM Advisory Committee. Julia is a three time Women’s Executive Network (WXN) Top 100 Most Powerful Women award winner and in 2020 was recognized as a Top CEO. Julia has law degrees from McGill University and Columbia University, and recently achieved the Institute of Corporate Directors ICD.D designation. Comment at www.womendontdothat.com and join the conversation on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/womendontdothat/. Don’t miss our next Instagram live! We love your questions and feedback. More about Holland Bloorview: https://www.hollandbloorview.ca/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HBKidsHospital Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollandbloorview/?hl=en More about Julia https://www.hollandbloorview.ca/people/julia-hanigsberg?gclid=Cj0KCQiAj9iBBhCJARIsAE9qRtD-bJz-8kjjeirB8m0W556mTIvMAfyyPeaXqg-WzGzIC2QuHTEL5gQaAoOHEALw_wcB Twitter: https://twitter.com/Hanigsberg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hanigsberg/ Book: HOMEGOING by Yaa Gyasi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womendontdothat/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/womendontdothat www.womendontdothat.com Produced by Stephanie Mitton

Norm Murray speaks with Vice President of Communications, Marketing and Advocacy for Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Stewart Wong about their Dear Everybody campaign which aims to create a shift in the media landscape by asking brands, companies, broadcasters, and producers to start including disability in the picture.

How does an organization like Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital evaluate its extensive client and family engagement programs? Join us for this wide-ranging and engaging conversation with Aman Sium, Director of Client and Family Integrated Care. Get an in-depth look at how this world renowned facility involves clients and families in everything from research to clinical service delivery to bedside chair design.  [download transcript] Aman Sium on Twitter Related links: Holland Bloorview's Family Leadership Program

Welcome to PsychEd, the psychiatry podcast for medical learners, by medical learners. This episode covers Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with not one, not two but THREE experts in the field: Dr. Melanie Penner (Developmental Pediatrician at Holland-Bloorview), Dr. Mitesh Patel (Forensic and Child Psychiatrist at CAMH) and Dr. Yona Lunsky (Psychologist at CAMH)   The learning objectives for this episode are as follows:   By the end of this episode, you should be able to… Have an understanding of the neurobiology and epidemiology of autism Tailor their diagnostic interview for autism in a way that improves accuracy and is empathic Have familiarity with the impact of autism on people and their families and the interdisciplinary and biopsychosocial approaches involved in caring for people with autism   Host(s): Dr. Alex Raben (PGY5), Dr. Sabrina Agnihotri (PGY1)    Produced by: Dr. Alex Raben (PGY5), Dr. Sabrina Agnihotri (PGY1), Weam Sieffien (CC3) and Dr. Gurnaam Kasbia   Guest experts: Dr. Melanie Penner, Dr. Mitesh Patel and Dr. Yona Lunsky   Episode infographic by Weam Sieffien (CC3) and Dr. Nikhita Singhal (PGY1) Resources:   https://cpa.ca/docs/File/Psynopsis/2020-Vol42-1/index.html https://autismcanada.org/#home-row-1 Clinical guide for front line staff to support the management of patients with a learning disability, autism or both during the coronavirus pandemic Magnetoencephalographic (MEG) Brain Activity During a Mental Flexibility Task Suggests Some Shared Neurobiology in Children With Neurodevelopmental Disorders Books: Look Me in the Eye: My Life with Asperger's Neurotribes   References  American Academy of Pediatrics. Management of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder. Pediatrics. 2007 Nov;120(5):1183-1215. Bartlo P, Klein PJ. Physical activity benefits and needs in adults with intellectual disabilities: systematic review of the literature. Am J Intellect Dev Disabil. 2011 May. 116(3):220-32. Bazzano AT, Zeldin AS, Diab IR, Garro NM, Allevato NA, Lehrer D. The Healthy Lifestyle Change Program: a pilot of a community-based health promotion intervention for adults with developmental disabilities. Am J Prev Med. 2009 Dec. 37(6 Suppl 1):S201-8. Lyall, K., Croen, L., Daniels, J., Fallin, M. D., Ladd-Acosta, C., Lee, B. K., ... & Windham, G. C.  (2017). The changing epidemiology of autism spectrum disorders. Annual review of public health, 38, 81-102. Maulik, P. K., Mascarenhas, M. N., Mathers, C. D., Dua, T., & Saxena, S. (2011). Prevalence of intellectual disability: a meta-analysis of population-based studies. Research in developmental disabilities, 32(2), 419-436. McPheeters ML, Warren Z, Sathe N, Bruzek JL, Krishnaswami S, Jerome RN, et al. A systematic review of medical treatments for children with autism spectrum disorders. Pediatrics. 2011 May. 127(5):e1312-21. Rubin IL, Crocker AC. Medical care for children and adults with developmental disabilities. Second edition. Baltimore, MD: Paul H Brookes Publishing Co, Inc; 2006. Rueda JR, Ballesteros J, Tejada MI. Systematic review of pharmacological treatments in fragile X syndrome. BMC Neurol. 2009 Oct 13. 9:53. Taylor, L. E., Swerdfeger, A. L., & Eslick, G. D. (2014). Vaccines are not associated with autism: an evidence-based meta-analysis of case-control and cohort studies. Vaccine, 32(29), 3623-3629. Taylor, L. E., Swerdfeger, A. L., & Eslick, G. D. (2014). Vaccines are not associated with autism: an evidence-based meta-analysis of case-control and cohort studies. Vaccine, 32(29), 3623-3629. Thapar, A., Cooper, M., & Rutter, M. (2017). Neurodevelopmental disorders. The Lancet Psychiatry, 4(4), 339-346 CPA Note: The views expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Canadian Psychiatric Association. For more PsychEd, follow us on Twitter (@psychedpodcast) and Facebook. You can provide feedback by email at psychedpodcast@gmail.com.  For more information visit our website: psychedpodcast.org.

Melanie Penner, MD FRCP(C), joins us to discuss imposter syndrome, the importance of good mentorship, her research and policy work to improve access to Autism services, the value of having hobbies, and so much more!Dr. Melanie Penner is a developmental paediatrician at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital and a clinician investigator at the autism research centre in the Bloorview Research Institute. She is the Bloorview Children’s Hospital Foundation Chair in Developmental Paediatrics. Dr. Penner works as a developmental paediatrician performing developmental assessments, diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorder, and managing psychopharmacological treatment in children with complex behavioural challenges. Her research interests are in expanding and enhancing the care provided to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families in the community.Follow Dr. Melanie Penner on Twitter. Find out more about ECHO Autism at Holland Bloorview and read more about Dr. Penner's policy work here. This episode of Accidental Intellectual is produced by Bronwyn Lamond, Rachael Lyon, Harrison McNaughtan, Stephanie Morris, Lee Propp, and Ariana Simone. Our theme music is by Alexandra Willet and our branding by Maxwell McNaughtan.To learn more about the Accidental Intellectual podcast and get full show notes and a transcript of this episode, visit our website at www.accidentalintellectual.com.

Today, your host Ellen Gardner, Communications and Marketing at HIROC, speaks with Julia Hanigsberg, President and CEO of Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital   There are many reasons that Julia Hanigsberg was drawn to a position in healthcare and she admits most of them have to do with family. Throughout her daughter’s life (born at just 29 weeks and now at 22), Julia and her family have been accessing many healthcare services that her daughter needed to be successful. Her admiration for the skill and resilience that healthcare providers bring to their jobs has grown since she joined Holland Bloorview, and today, as CEO, one of her key priorities is to break down barriers that get in their way and ensure that workers are supported and cared for. The stigma around youth and children with disabilities still exists, but under Julia’s leadership the hospital has taken a deliberate approach to reducing stigma that has made leading and modelling social change a part of their corporate strategy – the most visible element being a transformative anti-stigma campaign called Dear Everybody.   Key Takeaways: [1:28] Why her own lack of self-confidence in science and math led Julia to become very passionate about STEM education for all young people [5:13] The key leadership quality that Julia values in others and epitomizes herself [8:24] How having the personal experience of accessing healthcare services has helped Julia in her role at Holland Bloorview [13:10] How Julia and her leadership team are enabling a culture of innovation and collaboration [16:21] The exercise of developing a risk appetite statement and moving the hospital’s level of risk tolerance to moderate, especially as it relates to taking on more complex patients and expansion of research [20:06] Why all patients should have the right to research in the areas of their healthcare [22:17] How scientists, researchers and engineers at Holland Bloorview are developing solutions that enable families and youth to have better functional lives [25:00] The hospital’s approach to stigma around disability has not been one of judgment but of education and understanding [25:35] How the Dear Everybody campaign has given children and youth the opportunity to tell the world what they wished everyone knew about them and not to define them by their disability [29:06] How Holland Bloorview helps children develop their own self-advocacy [32:50] A difficult moment in Julia’s career [34:54] Julia’s priorities as leader [37:54] Why observing the people who work in healthcare gives Julia confidence in our healthcare system and what we can accomplish collectively [38:50] How social media has connected Julia to students, to colleagues in healthcare, to research, to patients, and expanded her circle     Mentioned in this Episode: Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Ryerson University STEM Education Dear Everybody – Campaign to end disability stigma   Listen to more interviews with Healthcare Leaders at HIROC.com Follow us on Twitter, and listen on iTunes and Google Play Music. Email us at Communications@HIROC.com.

Today's show is brought to you by the Hill Street Beverage Company, the world's most award-winning alcohol-free wine and beer company. We're Tasty as AF! Order online at www.HillStreetBeverages.com - #Cannabis and the #Law - Hill Street Beverage Company CEO Terry Donnelly & Toronto Criminal Lawyer Jacob Stilman answer questions as to what you're allowed & not allowed to do given cannabis being legal. https://www.hillstreetbeverages.com http://lslaw.ca - 33% of Canadians with #disabilities in the labour market say they have been denied a job because of their disability. Learn more with Carolyn McDougall, an occupational therapist and employment expert at Holland Bloorview and Jeffrey, a 22-year-old business administration student at York University. https://www.hollandbloorview.ca - A chat with Ellen Latham, a physiologist with a lifelong passion for health and fitness. Ellen Latham began offering Pilates classes in a spare room of her home at 40 years of age. From there, her desire to be on the cutting edge of fitness inspired her to design “The Ultimate Workout”, which became the foundation for a studio exercise empire: Orangetheory Fitness which she tells us about. - Meet renowned Canadian artist Robert Bateman at Select Art Galleries in Newmarket on October 28, 2018! The FREE family event runs from 1-4PM and everyone is welcome! Robert will sign all copies of Robert Bateman’s Canada as well as prints sold that day. Select Art Galleries owner Georgia Pantelidis tells us more! We’re giving away a copy of ROBERT BATEMAN’S CANADA – you’ll be able to pick it up at the event and get it signed by Robert himself! Enter here: https://bit.ly/2Cp1j6y & more! Miss a show? Stream & download full shows for free on iTunes: www.apple.co/1U700c0 Follow us on Facebook/Twitter/Instagram: @WhatSheSaidTalk Website: www.whatshesaidtalk.com What She Said! aims to inspire and uplift women by giving them a voice in pursuing their professional and personal goals through showcasing successful women across Canada and by creating opportunities for others to do the same. Tune in Saturdays & Sundays at Noon on 105.9 The Region or listen live: www.1059theregion.com

James Kurtis talks with Julia Hanigsberg, President and CEO from Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital in Toronto. They provide care for children and youth with disabilities, medical complexity and those who require rehabilitation after illness or trauma. Children and youth with disabilities continue to face far too many frustrating, heartbreaking, and otherwise damaging barriers – barriers caused, ultimately, by stigma. Learn more about the hospital and the #DearEverybody movement which we hope will help people re-think their understanding of disability. JOY Radio joins with Holland Bloorview to ensure we see a future where ALL children and youth feel like they belong in society. Get connected with Holland Bloorview: Website: www.deareverybody.ca Facebook: www.facebook.com/HBKRH/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/HBKidsHospital Instagram: www.instagram.com/hollandbloorview/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/PRBloorview

Dr. Nick Reed is my podcast guest for episode 12 of #ConcussionTalkPodcast. Dr. Reed is an Occupational Therapist, Co-Director of the Concussion Centre at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, and Assistant Prof, OS&OT, at University of Toronto. We talk about the great facility that is Holland Bloorview and the exciting and encouraging research and work that is being done there!

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital gives people with disabilities the opportunity to tell their own stories in a video and photo contest called ,filmpossible". Cheryl Jackson interviews contest judge Karen Shopsowitz and video contest winner Denise Wilson.