MUST WATCH: Unveiling the Future of Accessibility! Join us on an insightful journey with Roxanne Whiting, a dynamic entrepreneur and advocate for the deaf community. In this episode, we delve into the impactful story of www.Asign.ca, a pioneering sign language service transforming accessibility in Canada. What’s Inside Today’s Episode? - The Unexpected Path: Explore Roxanne's transition from being a Child of Deaf Adults to becoming a leader in Sign Language Services. - Behind the Scenes of www.Asign.ca: Witness the evolution from a local service to a national leader in sign language interpretation. Breaking Barriers: Discover how www.Asign.ca is revolutionizing web accessibility with innovative features. - Facing the Challenges: Learn about the critical shortage of qualified interpreters and the proactive steps being taken by www.Asign.ca. - The Human Touch: Understand why the subtleties of sign language are irreplaceable by technology. - Vision for 2024: Get insights into www.Asign.ca's goals for enhancing accessibility and advocacy in the face of new accessibility legislation. - Did You Know? The Accessible Canada Act now recognizes ASL, LSQ, and Indigenous Sign Languages as primary languages, leading to a growing demand for services like those offered by www.Asign.ca. This is especially relevant with the upcoming provincial and federal accessibility laws. - Experience the innovative "floating widget" from www.Asign.ca, a trailblazing feature in web accessibility. See firsthand how it's making online spaces more inclusive! - A Call to Action: Hear Roxanne's compelling call for a more inclusive world. Learn how you can be part of this significant change. Don’t Miss: Stay tuned for an exclusive Q&A session with Roxanne Whiting at the end. Gain valuable insights into the challenges, achievements, and future prospects of sign language services. 👍 Your Support Is Crucial: Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on our efforts towards building a more accessible world for everyone. Discover More: Visit www.Asign.ca for comprehensive information about their sign language services. Check out Localization Fireside Chat for more engaging discussions on accessibility and inclusion. #SignLanguage #Accessibility #Inclusion #DeafCommunity #RoxanneWhiting #Asign #Advocacy #InclusiveSociety #ASL #LSQ #AccessibleCanadaAct #webaccessibility Notes to find out more about the #ontario #accessibility Act: https://www.ontario.ca/laws/statute/05a11 Also the Canada's Federal #accessibility act can be found here: https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/a-0.6/
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