Public Policy October 2024
From international insights at ISCoS 2024 to local advocacy in Ontario, SCIO is driving progress in accessible housing, transportation, and equipment access. Discover our latest initiatives and how you can get involved in building a more inclusive future.
Metro Morning Interview – Accessible Taxis and Vehicles for Hire
Peter Athanasopoulos, the Director of Public Policy at Spinal Cord Injury Ontario, sheds light on the critical issue of accessible transportation in Toronto. In this engaging conversation, Peter discusses the challenges faced by wheelchair users in getting timely and reliable taxi and ride-sharing services in the city. Tune in to hear: The current state […]
Holiday Support
We are passionate about supporting our community. This includes our dedicated staff that have spent this past year supporting our community. To help them recharge their batteries during the holiday season we will be closing all our offices, home and otherwise to spend much needed time with friends and family. We will be shut down […]
Holiday Support
We are passionate about supporting our community. This includes our dedicated staff that have spent this past year supporting our community. To help them recharge their batteries during the holiday season we will be closing all our offices, home and otherwise to spend much needed time with friends and family. We will be shut down […]
Response from Mayor of Stratford on GO Train Route Cancellation
Last week, we shared an online petition with our community, bringing attention to the threat of accessibility between London, Ontario and Toronto via GO Train. The petition urges Metrolinx and all relevant authorities to reconsider the decision to discontinue the London to Toronto route and take into account sustainable transportation and economic development. Thousands signed […]
