Government of Canada announces support for new accessible technology projects
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OTTAWA, ON, April 15, 2021
Innovative projects will make it easier for Canadians living with disabilities to participate in the digital economy
OTTAWA, ON, April 15, 2021 /CNW/ - The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of communicating in accessible formats to help all Canadians maintain their health, safety and prosperity. That's why the Government of Canada is taking action to make sure that people living with disabilities are not left behind, and why it continues to push the envelope to find new and innovative ways of helping remove barriers to accessibility and inclusion. By investing in the Accessible Technology Program, the government is empowering all Canadians to fully participate in their communities, workplaces and the economy as we recover from the impacts of the pandemic.
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister for Innovation, Science and Industry, announced five projects to be funded under the federal Accessible Technology Program. These projects will support the development of assistive and adaptive digital devices and technologies.
The funded projects announced today are:
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"Being connected is so important to maintain professional, social, economic and cultural networks but many Canadians are still facing barriers that prevent them from fully participating. This is why the Government is investing in the Accessible Technology Program - to help empower Canadians' ability to use and enjoy digital technologies. By working with innovative and caring organizations across the country, we are helping Canadians with disabilities access high-quality, assistive, and essential equipment so that nobody is left behind."
– The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister for Innovation, Science and Industry
"We know that Canadians with disabilities have been disproportionately affected by COVID-19, and it has highlighted the importance of communication and access to information in a format that is accessible. This investment through the Accessible Technology Program will help us build back better in an inclusive way, where every Canadian has a fair and equal chance at success."
– The Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion
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