Podcast appearances and mentions of meagan gillmore

Recent data from Statistics Canada suggests that Canadians are increasingly becoming unhappy. Why is that? Meagan Gillmore wrote about this and explains more.

Canadian Wheelchair Racer and Paralympic Gold Medalist, Austin Smeenk reflects on his time in Paris. It's Banned Book Week. Producer, Jeff Ryman quizzes Alex, Amy and Dave on what books have been forbidden. Recent data from Statistics Canada suggests that Canadians are increasingly becoming unhappy. Why is that? Meagan Gillmore wrote about this and explains more.

A pair of Federal by-elections saw the Liberals conceded to the Bloc Québécois and NDP. Meagan Gillmore shares her thoughts on this.

Paralympic Goalball player Amy Burk stops by to reflect on her team's performance in Paris. A pair of Federal by-elections saw the Liberals conceded to the Bloc Québécois and NDP. Meagan Gillmore shares her thoughts on this. Brianna Hennessy earned Canada's first ever medal in Para Canoe. She stops by to reflect on what that means to her.

Meagan Gillmore stopped by to discuss the federal political landscape with reflections on the new PC and NDP political ads, her conversation with Canadian Future Party Interim Leader Dominic Cardy, and how she feels about 91 candidates being on a ballot.

Dave Brown kicks off the new 1 hour format with a chat with Alex Smyth and Amy Amantea around the top headlines of the day. They chat about the VIA rail train delay that was over 10 hours long, a federal by-election that has 91 candidates, and changes the PC Optimum rewards program. Alex Smyth provided a Paralympics Update and chatted with Dave around some of the biggest storylines at the Games, including Austin Smeenk medaling, Canada's Men's Wheelchair Basketball team and Canada's Women's Goalball team losing in the Quarter finals. Paralympic Bronze Medal-winning Triathlete Leanne Taylor joined the show from Paris to talk about her race and reflected on what's next for her both professionally and personally. Meagan Gillmore stopped by to discuss the federal political landscape with reflections on the new PC and NDP political ads, her conversation with Canadian Future Party Interim Leader Dominic Cardy, and how she feels about 91 candiatates being on a ballot. And, Dave reflects on the return to school for students across the country. He shares his personal experience and encourages others to enjoy this exciting time.

It has been a volatile couple of days on the stock markets. Michelle McQuigge has been on the beat and discusses the latest. The B.C. Government has announced that retirement homes cannot arbitrarily raise rent and hospitality fees on residents. Meagan Gillmore has the details. CTV's The Amazing Race Canada returned for its 10th season. Contestants, John Ferguson and Connor Carrol share their experience. Post-secondary lectures and lessons are not always accessible. Matisse Hamel Nelis believes professors or instructors need to do their part. Mara Hutchinson reflects on her time as a community reporter for NOW. Karen Magee, Elysia Yardley, and Alex Smyth battle it out for the win in the Weekly News Quiz.

The B.C. Government has announced that retirement homes cannot arbitrarily raise rent and hospitality fees on residents. Meagan Gillmore has the details.

The Ontario Court of Appeal has a made a decision about the rights of adults with intellectual disabilities. Specifically, about their input when their parents go through a divorce or separation. Meagan Gillmore has been following the story and shares more. Amazon recently held its second annual Alexa & Accessibility event in Toronto. Toronto Community Reporter Mara Hutchinson was a part of a panel discussion for the event. She joins to share some reflections. Legendary CBC Sports Broadcaster, Scott Russell recently announced his retirement. He joins the program to talk more about his career. What do mainstream conferences get wrong about including presenters with disabilities? Matisse Hamel Nelis discusses more. The weekly news quiz is back for another round of fun!

The Ontario Court of Appeal has a made a decision about the rights of adults with intellectual disabilities. Specifically, about their input when their parents go through a divorce or separation. Meagan Gillmore has been following the story and shares more.

What are some good summer activities? Meagan Gillmore and Jennie Bovard assemble for a roundtable discussion on this topic.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Entertainment Critic, Amy Amantea stops by to review the new Celine Dion documentary, I Am: Celine Dion. Marco Di Buono, President of the Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities joins the show to discuss their various sports and activities to help kids find their passion. A woman in Olds, Alberta has been warned about using her mobility scooter in public places. Marco Pasqua reacts to this story. Albert has been transitioning away from coal power for about a decade, but the transition happened even faster than expected. How big a deal is this complete transition away from coal in Alberta? Journalist, Arno Kopecky shares some thoughts. What are some good summer activities? Meagan Gillmore and Jennie Bovard assemble for a roundtable discussion on this topic.

Statistics Canada released their first in-depth report on the 2022 Canadian Survey on Disability. Meagan Gillmore from Canadian Affairs breaks down some of the findings. From the June 5, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: StatCan released their first in-depth report on the 2022 Canadian Survey on Disability. Meagan Gillmore from Canadian Affairs breaks down some of the findings. Canada's wildfire season has hit hard in B.C. Arno Kopecky updates you on the situation. Plus, what is the best process to creating a budget? Ryan Chin offers tips on tracking expenses and saving money. This is the June 5, 2024, episode.

Host Dave Brown and Jennie Bovard shine the spotlight on Meagan Gillmore in a special edition of “Ask Meagan Anything.” From the May 8, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: May is Vision Health Month. Dr. Phil Hooper reflects on the importance of eye health awareness. The Accessibility Awards were handed out in Whitby Ontario recently. Alex Smyth shares his interviews with some of the nominees: Luca De Montis and Dennis Ong. Plus, host Dave Brown and Jennie Bovard shine the spotlight on Meagan Gillmore in a special edition of “Ask Meagan Anything.” This is the May 8, 2024, episode.

There is a special edition of Ask Jennie Anything! Host Dave Brown and Meagan Gillmore shine a spotlight on Jennie Bovard! From the April 11, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: journalist Rebecca Dingwell explores the growing concern of police violence against the autistic community. Journalist Arno Kopecky dives into the carbon tax debate. And host Dave Brown and Meagan Gillmore shine a spotlight on Jennie Bovard in a special edition of Ask Jennie Anything! This is the April 11, 2024, episode.

The concept of intergenerational volunteerism is gaining traction across the country. Meagan Gillmore tells you about a program in BC that brings young folks and older folks together.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown, New Stats Canada data shows that a growing number of teenagers between 15 and 17 have experienced dating violence. Meagan Gillmore discusses the rise in dating violence. She also explores the concept of intergenerational volunteerism, which is gaining traction across the country. The Ontario Northland rail system has made improvements to accessibility on its network. Community reporter Dorothy Macnaughton shares the details. Saskatchewan recently released their budget. What should folks from the disability community expect? John Loeppky breaks it all down. It is the 1000th edition of NOW with Dave Brown. Dave reflects on the show and celebrate the milestone. And, who is most on top of the biggest headlines of the week? Elizabeth Mohler, Karen Magee, and Elysia Yardley compete in another edition of the Weekly News quiz.

It's been more than a year after the federal government announced its first-ever National Strategy for Drugs for Rare Diseases. But patients are still waiting for funding. Meagan Gillmore gives you this story.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: The 10th Annual Canadian National Blind Hockey Tournament returns next weekend. Matt Morrow gives you the scoop! It's been more than a year after the federal government announced its first-ever National Strategy for Drugs for Rare Diseases. But patients are still waiting for funding. Meagan Gillmore shares this story. Design With Wine offers a vibrant and inclusive experience for participants paint and enjoy a glass of wine. Community reporter Mara Hutchinson reflects on her experience. In the second hour of the show: Entrepreneur Becki Zerr is building a new boutique hotel in Regina Beach, Saskatchewan. She'll reflect on her experience and give you a sneak peak into the hotel. And, there is another edition of the weekly news quiz! Contestants Karen Magee, Elysia Yardley and Alex Smyth put their minds to the test!

Having to negotiate what it means to be disabled, and then fight for limited benefits and services if you are, is exhausting.

The fallout from the Just for Laughs comedy festival entering bankruptcy continues. Jennie Bovard and Meagan Gillmore share their thoughts on the matter.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown, The Easterseals Disability Film Challenge has launched their first ever Disability Loop Group! Nic Novicki tells you all about it! Social robots are showing positive impacts in the lives of older adults and people living with dementia. Dr. Lillian Hung explores some of the benefits. Disability Alliance B.C. is offering tax filing assistance for people with disabilities. Community reporter Amy Amantea gives you the details. In the second hour of the show, Environmental stances have become a staple of political debate. Arno Kopecky explores how this affects the current political landscape when it comes to creating environmental policy. The fallout from the Just for Laughs comedy festival entering bankruptcy continues. Jennie Bovard and Meagan Gillmore share their thoughts on the matter.

It's Valentine's Day. Love is in the air. How do you feel about the holiday? Jennie Bovard and Meagan Gillmore share their thoughts. From the February 14, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Fimo Mitchell highlights a series of Black History Month programming in Montreal. Peter Parsons recaps the Montreal Open Goalball tournament. Plus, Jennie Bovard and Meagan Gillmore discuss Valentine's Day! This is the February 14, 2024, episode.

CES unveiled a slew of new gadgets last week. Jennie Bovard and Meagan Gillmore review some items and play a game of “useful or useless.” From the January 17, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Dr. Nicole Anderson gives tips on identifying some of the risks of dementia. Arno Kopecky discusses the Paris Agreement and explores what it will means for Canadians. Plus, Jennie Bovard and Meagan Gillmore describe some newly unveiled technology at CES and play a game of “useful or useless.” This is the January 17, 2024, episode.

Meagan Gillmore from Canadian Affairs considers the biggest accessibility issues affecting Canadians this year including: the Canada Disability Benefit, Medical Assistance in Dying, and accessibility legislation in Ontario. From the January 4, 2023, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Michelle McQuigge from the Canadian Press looks ahead to the year in political news. Meagan Gillmore from Canadian Affairs considers the biggest accessibility issues this year. And Marc Aflalo previews CES' upcoming event in Las Vegas! This is the January 4, 2023, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: reporter Meagan Gillmore discusses the call for a national caregiving strategy. Entertainment reporter Laura Bain tells you about CBC's "Road to the Junos.” Becki Zerr shares tips on prepping your holiday goodies. And there is another edition of the weekly news quiz with contestants Elysia Yardley, Karen Magee and Alex Smyth. This is the November 28, 2023, episode.

What hobbies and activities do you have lined up this winter? Jennie Bovard and Meagan Gillmore offer some suggestions. From the November 22, 2023, episode.

A House of Commons committee has made its recommendations for a veterans' employment strategy. Reporter Meagan Gillmore lays out the details. From the November 14, 20234, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Kelly Thibodeau shares her discussion at ODEN's 2023 Rethinking Disability Conference. Reporter Meagan Gillmore describes recommendations for a National Veterans' Employment Strategy. And journalist John Loeppky chats about Saskatchewan's introduction of a financial literacy course to high school students. This is the November 14, 20234, episode.

The fourth annual report on Medical Assistance in Dying is out. Reporter Meagan Gillmore breaks down the findings. And the weekly news quiz rounds out the show. From the October 31, 2023, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: accessibility consultant Joe Strechay tells you about Netflix's upcoming limited series “All the Light We Cannot See.” Meagan Gillmore breaks down the findings from the annual report on Medical Assistance in Dying. And Becki Zerr offers some suggestions to keeping your home clean and organized. This is the October 31, 2023, episode.

Billboard released their list for the best 500 pop songs of all time. Meagan Gillmore weighs in with her thoughts. From the October 25, 2023, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Greg Westlake discusses season four of Level Playing Field! Meagan Gillmore walks you through the draft regulations for standard on employment by Accessibility Standards Canada. Marc Aflalo describes Google's new Pixel devices. Community reporter Natalie Fougere shares her inclusive experience at The Capitol Theatre in Moncton, New Brunswick. And Michael McNeely gives his review of the horror film “No One Will Save You.”

Accessibility Standards Canada has opened their draft regulations for public review. Accessibility reporter Meagan Gillmore walks you through their standard on employment.

In the first hour on NOW with Dave Brown, “Living to 100” is a Netflix series exploring the secrets to a long life. Film Critic Amy Amantea shares her review (15:01). The inquest into the death of Samuel Brown has issued 21 recommendations aimed at the ministry of education. Accessibility reporter Meagan Gillmore gives you the latest on this story (25:02). And, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act's Fourth Review has still not been released. Community Reporter Dorothy Macnaughton shares her frustrations with the slow process (41:19).

In the second hour on NOW with Dave Brown, Meagan Gillmore brings us her weather story of the day and Amanda Shekarchi shares the entertainment report (11:34). American Television Networks are gearing up for a new season of programming, AMI Communications Specialist Greg David will tell us what not to miss this coming fall (23:16).

In the first hour on NOW with Dave Brown, Disability Matters Vote' is encouraging Manitobans with disabilities to watch how political parties are responding to disability concerns. Accessibility Reporter Meagan Gillmore fills you in on the group's initiative (19:34). Vaccine equity continues to be a concern across the globe. Dawn Dickinson explores this matter in her preview of “Voices of The Walrus” (33:55). What's your level of concern or joy when it comes to encountering urban critters? Jennie Bovard ponders this question (45:59).

In the second hour of the show, Arno Kopecky shares his snap reactions to some of the biggest headlines across the country (11:47). And, Jennie Bovard and Meagan Gillmore form the roundtable to take a deep dive into endless internet rabbit holes they've fallen into (29:40).

In the second hour of the show, A startup has developed a smart headband to assist swimmers who are blind and partially sighted. Nelson Rego from Cool Blind Tech gives you the details of this story. And, Elysia Yardley returns to compete with Amanda Shekarchi and Meagan Gillmore in another edition of the weekly news quiz!

In the first hour of NOW with Dave Brown: accessibility reporter Meagan Gillmore discusses Canada's development of a National Autism Network (23:29). Dr. Larissa Moniz from the Fighting Blindness Canada tells you everything you know about myopia and how it affects children (12:33). Plus, community reporter Dorothy Macnaughton describes some improvements needed for transit services in Sault Ste. Marie (41:40).

We are ending the summer in style as we welcome Steven Verdile onto the show today. Steven is a New York City-based designer and writer, but he's probably best known as the creator of the disability satire website The Squeaky Wheel. We talk about his approach to disability satire and humour, the funniest disability moments we've encountered recently, the Barbie movie and more. Here are the links to the Squeaky Wheel articles we discussed: Wheelchair Barbie Gets Revolutionary 4 Seconds of Fame: https://thesqueakywheel.org/2023/08/02/wheelchair-barbie-gets-revolutionary-4-seconds-of-fame/ Disability Pride May Have Ended, but 11 Months of Disability Shame Are Just Getting Started: https://thesqueakywheel.org/2023/08/01/disability-pride-month-may-have-ended-but-11-months-of-disability-shame-are-just-getting-started/ U.K.'s Largest Benefit Recipient Awarded with Shiny New Hat: https://thesqueakywheel.org/2023/05/06/uks-largest-benefit-recipient-awarded-with-shiny-new-hat/ Visit The Squeaky Wheel at: www.thesqueakywheel.org or Steven Verdile's website at: www.stevenverdile.com On a sadder note, this episode marks the final episode of the Connecting Disability podcast. Recent changes at AMI-audio have meant several shows, like this one, are ending. I want to thank all the guests who joined me during the past two years, the technical producers who worked on this show, and Andy Frank and Ryan Delehanty for guiding the podcasts. And most importantly, thank you to you, the listeners, for joining me on this journey. I loved every minute we spent together. I'm sad to be leaving this show. If you want to contact me, you can go to the site formerly known at Twitter @meagangillmore. My messages are open. Or, send a note to feedback@ami.ca, tell them you'd like to get in touch with me, and they'll pass your message along. I hope we connect again soon!

There's been a lot more talk lately (in Canada, at least) about the disability community as a political unit. But what happens if your disabilities aren't considered to be disabilities? Laura Brydges has spent years learning and teaching others about the needs of those with hidden disabilities. She joins us to talk about her journey with hidden disabilities, what politics can and cannot do for people with disabilities, and to share some poetry. Laura has a lot of wisdom to share about choosing happiness and living a full life with limitations. I really hope you enjoy spending time with her as much as I did. A quick editing note: During this conversation, Laura and I talk about a draft accessibility standard from Accessibility Standards Canada that is open for public consultation. That specific standard is the outdoor spaces standard. You can find more information about that standard here: https://accessible.canada.ca/. The deadline for public feedback is August 11. Learn more about Laura's work and the resources she's developed here: https://hdscanada.wordpress.com/

There are so many things to say about this month's guest. Jess Tuomela is a four-time Paralympian who has worked as a massage therapist and now as a dog trainer, training dogs in scent discriminate trailing. But while she's made headlines for her athletic career and dog training, my favourite thing about Jess is the time I got to spend with her several years ago. There's a lot of laughter in this episode. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did – and Jess, I really hope we get to meet in-person again soon! Learn more about True North Canine, Jess's dog training company, here: https://truenorthk9dogs.com/ More on Jess and Lucy's work locating an elderly woman: https://www.vancouverislandfreedaily.com/news/saanich-paralympian-finds-missing-person-with-the-help-of-her-dog/ Jess also works as a mental performance strategist: https://www.jessicatuomela.com/ Jess was featured on an episode of the CBC podcast, Player's Own Voice. Catch that here: https://www.cbc.ca/listen/cbc-podcasts/202-players-own-voice/episode/15796615-jessica-tuomela-paratriathlete-trains-through-the-trials We talk about the CNIB Lake Joseph Centre a lot on this podcast. You can learn more about the camp here: https://www.cnib.ca/en/programs-and-services/play/cnib-lake-joe?region=on

As Canada expands access to MAID, many people with disabilities are sounding the alarm. Some say the law was flawed from the outset