Kelly And Company

We revisit our recent conversation with Krista Carr of Inclusion Canada who shared their recommendations for changes to the federal Canada Disability Benefit.

Audio Describer JJ Hunt checks in from the Toronto Islands with a look at the history, landscape, and iconic Toronto skyline.

Vic Pereira shares some must-see highlights for Winnipeg’s upcoming Fringe Fest including “Captain Ted: Disabled Pirate”, a new comedy by the Strokes of Genius. Winnipeg Fringe FestivalStrokes of Genius from Winnipeg, MB presents Captain Ted: Disabled Pirate by Mitch KrohnDate & Time: July 17 to July 28Location: Venue 23 - One88, 188 Princess St. (2nd Floor), Winnipeg, MBContact: Mitch Krohn/Dianna RasingEmail: info@winnipegfringe.comPhone: 9-4-FRINGE (204 943 7464) Summer Entertainment SeriesDate & Time: Thursdays and Sundays 7:00 PM to 9:00 PMLocation: Assiniboine Park, Winnipeg, MBContact: Assiniboine Park ConservancyEmail: info@assiniboinepark.ca

Violet Affleck is speaking out about the continued importance of masking. Corinne Van Dusen has the details on our Entertainment Report.

In a surprising new venture, Dr. Danielle Jongkind has taken on thousands of new clients. She tells us more about caring for a honeybee colony on Ask-a-Vet! If you love the snacking but not the baking, you’re in good company. Nutritionist Julia Karantjas shares her favourite cookie recipes that use just three ingredients! Canadian music correspondent Eric Alper shares his advice for musicians with disabilities looking to break into the entertainment industry. St. John’s Paddle in Paradise Festival is hosted this year by Kim Thistle’s Avalon Dragons; a team of women who survived breast cancer. She shares more on Tuesday’s Community Report. Writer Yang Wang shares what she learned about organic farming during a group outing in St. Catherines, Ontario. Our Producer Matt Agnew recently returned from a family vacation to Walt Disney World. He stops in to share some of the unique accessibility features that caught his attention while touring the parks.

Our Producer Matt Agnew recently returned from a family vacation to Walt Disney World. He stops in to share some of the unique accessibility features that caught his attention while touring the parks.

Writer Yang Wang shares what she learned about organic farming during a group outing in St. Catherines, Ontario. East and West Learning Connections

St. John’s Paddle in Paradise Festival is hosted this year by Kim Thistle’s Avalon Dragons; a team of women who survived breast cancer. She shares more on Tuesday’s Community Report. St. John's Regatta:Date & Time: Wednesday, August 7, 8 AM - 8 PMLocation: Quidi Vidi Lake, next to CNIB BuildingLink: http://www.stjohnsregatta.ca Paddle In Paradise Festival:Date & Time: Saturday, August 17, 8 AM - 6 PMLocation: Octagon Pond, ParadiseLink: http://www.avalondragons.com Billy Idol: Rebel Yell 2024Date & Time: Sunday, August 25Location: Mary Brown’s Centre, St. John’sLink: http://www.mbcentre.ca

Canadian music correspondent Eric Alper shares his advice for musicians with disabilities looking to break into the entertainment industry. That Eric Alper

If you love the snacking but not the baking, you’re in good company. Nutritionist Julia Karantjas shares her favourite cookie recipes that use just three ingredients!

In a surprising new venture, Dr. Danielle Jongkind has taken on thousands of new clients. She tells us more about caring for a honeybee colony on Ask-a-Vet! Ontario Beekeepers' AssociationSummary of Ontario beekeeping regulations

On Tech Talk with Mike Babcock, we learn about Biped; a mobility harness built with smart car navigation technology. Climate change and urbanization mean wildfire is a growing risk for Canadians. On Trending Headlines, Grant Hardy shares 3 critical steps to take for emergency readiness. We chat with Graham Kent, a neurodiverse writer and actor about his role as co-anchor Grant Gewürtztraminer on The Squeaky Wheel Canada. Ottawa’s Accessibility Advisory Committee has expressed concerns over the cities e-scooter program. Community Reporter Kim Kilpatrick has the details. We meet Willem Van de Mierop, co-founder of OKO; an award winning app that’s reimagining how people with disabilities navigate and explore the places they want to go. On Know Your Rights, Danielle McLaughlin examines why children with disabilities are underrepresented in physical activity assessments like Canada’s Participation Report. Article about Mary Mammoliti from the Star

On Know Your Rights, Danielle McLaughlin examines why children with disabilities are underrepresented in physical activity assessments like Canada’s Participation Report. Article from "The Conversation"

We meet Willem Van de Mierop, co-founder of OKO; an award winning app that’s reimagining how people with disabilities navigate and explore the places they want to go.OKO websiteOKO on the App Store

Ottawa’s Accessibility Advisory Committee has expressed concerns over the cities e-scooter program. Community Reporter Kim Kilpatrick has the details. Company of Fools Pre-Show Touch Tours for MacbethDate & Time: Saturday, July 20Location: Beechwood CemeteryEmail: accessibleartsottawa@gmail.com Paper making workshop at Ottawa Art GalleryDate & Time: July 27 and August 10Time: 1-4 PMLocation: Ottawa Art GalleryContact: Kim KilpatrickEmail: accessibleartsottawa@gmail.com

We chat with Graham Kent, a neurodiverse writer and actor about his role as co-anchor Grant Gewürtztraminer on The Squeaky Wheel: Canada. Squeaky Wheel episodes

On Tech Talk with Mike Babcock, we learn about Biped; a mobility harness built with smart car navigation technology. Blind Information Technology SpecialistsBipedLyriQ

Aside from bats, dragonflies are the most effective way to deal with mosquitoes. Susan Kerney tells us how you can attract more of these helpful insects to your garden. AI tech startup ElevenLabs launched a reader app that’s bringing iconic voices back to life, to read your books and news! John Biehler has the details on our App Update. People with disabilities form a powerful demographic for the entertainment industry, yet more than 60 percent of audiences feel underrepresented in media. Nisreen Abdel-Majid shares the details of that study on The Buzz. With the MLB trade deadline just a few weeks away, Sports Reporter Brock Richardson weighs in on plans for the Blue Jays’ players. We recap and weigh in on some highlight conversations from the past week, including the collection of a Blue Jays superfan, a tour of Scotland’s 42 Football Clubs, and the Halifax Jazz Festival!

Are you a nostalgic reader? Or, maybe you’re always rushing on to the newest titles. Friday, Ryan Hooey explores the spectrum of reading personalities on the Chatty Bookshelf.

With the MLB trade deadline just a few weeks away, Sports Reporter Brock Richardson weighs in on plans for the Blue Jays’ players.