York Region Celebrates National AccessAbility Week
On behalf of York Regional Council and The Regional Municipality of York, I am pleased to recognize May 26 to June 1, 2024, as National AccessAbility Week.
This week is an opportunity to celebrate the valuable contributions and leadership of York Region residents living with disabilities and highlight the work of individuals and organizations that are removing barriers to make a better, more accessible and more inclusive York Region for all.
This year’s theme, Forward Together: Accessibility and Inclusion for All, emphasizes the valuable contributions and leadership of persons with disabilities and the work of allies, organizations and communities that are removing barriers. It also recognizes the importance of creating barrier-free communities where all residents can participate freely in society.
National AccessAbility Week also offers the opportunity to recognize the invaluable work and countless contributions of the York Region Accessibility Advisory Committee (YRAAC). Made up of passionate, professional and insightful individuals – many with lived experience – the YRAAC provides expertise and advice to York Region and York Regional Police with a focus on making programs, services and facilities more accessible.
During National AccessAbility Week we celebrate the past, current and future members of the York Regional Accessibility Advisory Committee and all York Region residents who are working to make our communities stronger and more inclusive places to live, work, learn and play.
On behalf of York Region and our more than 1.25 million residents, happy National AccessAbility Week. Let’s continue to work together to build a better York Region where people with disabilities aren’t just accommodated but included from the start.
Wayne Emmerson
York Region Chairman and CEO
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