Inclusion in Motion by AEBC

Brian Moore, Manager of Digital Accessibility for TD bank, walked participants through the general layout of the TD website using his screen reader. He included tips and tricks for easy navigation and becoming comfortable using on-line banking tools and controls.

Census 2026 is underway — but many blind and partially sighted Canadians face accessibility barriers that make participation difficult. Learn what barriers exist and practical steps you can take to help make it a little easier.

Louise's journey to her sixth guide dog is one of patience, perseverance, and the incredible bond formed through partnership. Discover the behind-the-scenes process of what it really takes to find the perfect match.

Jeff Bishop, President of Blind Information Technology Solutions, teaches us how to craft prompts to get the most out of using AI tools to improve our work efficiency.   

We had the pleasure of speaking with AEBC’s recently retired Communications Coordinator, Carol Austin, as she reflected on her three years with our organization. She shared her experiences as well as the accomplishments she’s most proud of, including playing a key role in launching AEBC’s podcast.

Marcia Yale, National President of AEBC and Scholarship Committee Co-Chair, presents the AEBC/Allyant Scholarship Program. Scholarship recipient, Aidan Lapp, shares how the support has made his university experience more fulfilling—opening the door to extracurricular involvement and mentoring others.

Is it still volunteering when lived experience shapes decisions and drives change? This episode thoughtfully explores how volunteering is evolving—and why it may be time to rethink how we recognize contribution.

Guest presenter Wendy Edie demonstrated and explained how she uses her smart glasses and provided some comparisons with other types currently available.

The session focused on teaching group text messaging functionality in iOS devices. Diana Brent demonstrated how to create and manage group messages, including adding contacts, naming groups, and using features like FaceTime and phone calls with groups. She explained the limitations of group messaging, such as the 32-person limit for iMessage groups and the need to use SMS/MMS when including Androi...

Today we sit down with Marcia Yale, President of AEBC, and Lee Pigeau, Executive Director, to talk about National Volunteer Week and the vital role of volunteers in our organization. From the time and care they give to the connections they build, this conversation reflects on the impact of volunteers and why our work would not be possible without them.

Book release by one of our members: Life With Jefferson — a heartfelt look at the bond between a guide dog and the person they support. Co-authored by AEBC member Penny LeClair, this endearing book explores trust, independence, and the everyday companionship that changes lives.

This Tech Training Tuesday session focused on providing an introduction to Microsoft Teams, led by Richard Marion. The presentation covered basic navigation, keyboard shortcuts, and key features of both the desktop and mobile versions of Teams, including how to start meetings, manage chat windows, and use accessibility features.

Learn how to handle email attachments more efficiently across both iOS and Windows in this Tech Training Tuesday session. Marcia Yale walks through practical tips for managing attachments on iOS devices, including how to use the Files app to share documents directly—an effective workaround for current limitations with the attachment button in iOS 16. On the Windows side, Diana Brent demonstrates t...

Today we chat with Louise Johnson, a longtime AEBC member and current Board Director. Louise talks about her journey and in particular her experiences with guide dogs because she is currently working with a new guide dog! Very exciting!

Today we talk about how to use the Apple Password feature. How to set it up and what you can use it for. RESOURCE: Quick Start Guide to Using Apple Password https://e243e96c-4bb7-44ad-87e6-fb1e8ae96185.usrfiles.com/ugd/e243e9_83e1c0cbfe8b4f9b8048d0dd3cee180a.docx

A personal account by Suleman Arshad about barriers, gaps in services, and what true accessibility would require.

Starting the month off with another Tech Tuesday Drop In. Today we talk about authorization codes, forwarding, and Outlook Signatures.

WayAround tags are used to help individuals who are blind or partially sighted to identify and manage objects using NFC technology. Neva Fairchild, a representative from WayAround, explains the various types of tags, including stickers, buttons, magnets, and clips, and demonstrates how they can be used to label items such as clothing, food, and household products. She highlights the app's features...

We were pleased to meet with Stephanie Cadieux, Canada's Chief Accessibility Officer for a presentation on her office’s activities. She spoke about the work already done by Accessibility Standards Canada and the Canadian Standards Association, work which will lead to the removal of barriers in the lives of persons with disabilities. She is very optimistic that Canada is on the right track.

Marcia Yale takes us through how to use the Hable One and Hable Easy. These are braille devices braille keyboards that work with both iOS and Android devices. Marcia demonstrates the devices' features and functionality, including navigation, typing in braille, and accessing menu settings. Download: Hable manuals compiled into a Word document referenced in the recording: https://e243e96c-4bb7-44ad-...

Diana Brent explains how to use Braille Screen Input as a braille keyboard on IOS devices, talks about new commands and discusses required settings    in depth.   

For this Tech Training Tuesday, we held an open tech drop in to answer questions. We talk about accessing and setting the call volume in Zoom, a discussion of how to tame the Magic Tap, and then we focus on using email in iOS, Android or computer.

Presentation by AEBC Executive Director, Lee Pigeau, on Legacy Giving and what it can mean for AEBC. Learn about wills and leaving a legacy that protects your estate, your family and helps our community. Legacy giving sounds bigger and scarier than it is—and this session brings it back down to earth. In one hour, we’ll explain legacy giving in plain language, show how ordinary people make a lastin...

Ryan Fleury sits down with Chantal Oakes, President of the BC Affiliate of AEBC. Together they cover a range of topics including the power of mentorship, the lack of skills training and gaps in access to technology tools that support independence for people who are blind, experiences living with blindness, the power of the BC Affiliate community, and a plug for the upcoming, can't-miss, Trivia eve...