AEBC Press Releases

Published on February 17, 2026 - 16:36 GMT

AEBC Applauds Swift Action to Make Standardized Air Travel Medical Form Accessible

Collaboration between airlines and the disability community removes barriers for blind travellers CANADA, February 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians (AEBC) is pleased to announce that the Air Travel Requirements Assessment Form, recently introduced across Canada’s major airlines, has now been updated to ensure full accessibility for blind, Deafblind, and partially sighted travellers. In November 2025, AEBC welcomed the creation of a standardized medical form, …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...

Published on December 3, 2025 - 14:45 GMT

AEBC Welcomes New Standardized Air Travel Medical Form Across Canada’s Major Airlines

The standardized form will be recognized by all four participating airlines starting December 3, 2025. CANADA, December 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians (AEBC) is welcoming today’s announcement by the National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC) that Air Canada, Air Transat, Jazz Aviation LP, and WestJet have adopted a single, standardized Air Travel Requirements Assessment Form for passengers with complex health and accessibility needs. This change responds …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry, Business & Economy ...

Published on November 19, 2025 - 14:22 GMT

International Day of Persons with Disabilities Conference Returns for Its Ninth Year

This Year's Theme: Inclusion Benefits Everyone CANADA, November 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AEBC National, AEBC Toronto, and partners are hosting the 9th annual International Day of Persons with Disabilities Conference, bringing people together to look at how inclusion strengthens communities, workplaces, and everyday life. This year’s theme, Inclusion Benefits Everyone, invites participants to challenge common myths and take part in a conversation that highlights the shared value of accessibility …

Distribution channels: Conferences & Trade Fairs, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...

Published on November 6, 2025 - 16:44 GMT

Budget 2025 highlights opportunity to unlock Canada’s untapped talent, say national blindness organizations

National blindness organizations say greater inclusion of people with disabilities is key to Canada’s economic success. OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA, November 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB), the Canadian Council of the Blind (CCB), and the Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians (AEBC) welcome the federal government’s focus on upskilling, training, and workforce development in Budget 2025. This focus aligns closely with all three organizations’ long- …

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Published on October 21, 2025 - 17:01 GMT

AEBC Calls for Stronger Federal Commitments in 2025 Budget

Urging concrete action to improve the lives of people who are blind, Deafblind, and partially sighted CANADA, October 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians (AEBC) has submitted its recommendations to the Government of Canada’s 2025 pre-budget consultations, urging concrete action to improve the lives of people who are blind, Deafblind, and partially sighted. AEBC’s submission calls for: 1. Stable five-year funding agreements for disability organizations under …

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Published on August 7, 2025 - 14:34 GMT

Eight Scholarships Awarded through the 2025 AEBC/Allyant Scholarship Program

Recognizing future leaders committed to accessibility, advocacy, and academic achievement CANADA, August 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians (AEBC), in partnership with Allyant and generous donors, is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 AEBC/Allyant Scholarship Program. Eight students from across the country have been selected for their academic excellence, leadership, and dedication to advancing equity and inclusion. This year’s awards include three …

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Published on June 2, 2025 - 23:33 GMT

AEBC Applauds Recent Ontario Announcement Exempting Canada Disability Benefit as Income

Ontario CDB recipients protected from benefit reductions CANADA, June 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recently, the Ontario government made an important announcement that guarantees that the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) will supplement, not replace desperately needed provincial supports. The province is exempting the CDB as income, ensuring that recipients of the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), Ontario Works (OW), and the Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD) program can …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Human Rights ...

Published on April 10, 2025 - 19:27 GMT

AEBC Calls for Action on Accessibility & Inclusion Ahead of the 2025 Federal Election

Four key questions on accessibility and inclusion that voters need to ask their local political candidates CANADA, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With Canada's 2025 Federal Election set for April 28, the Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians (AEBC) is urging all political parties to prioritize accessibility, inclusion, and the rights of Canadians who are blind, Deafblind, and partially sighted. AEBC has submitted four key questions to the top five political parties—Liberal, Conservative, …

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Published on April 8, 2025 - 16:25 GMT

AEBC Now Accepting Applications for 2025-2026 AEBC/Allyant Scholarship Program

The Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians (AEBC) is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2025-2026 AEBC/Allyant Scholarship Program. CANADA, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Le texte français suit l'anglais Each year, AEBC awards scholarships to outstanding blind, deafblind, and partially sighted post-secondary students to help them achieve their educational goals. This year’s scholarships are generously funded by Allyant and an anonymous donor. In addition, AEBC is …

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