Accessibility advocates say they hope the legislation will address the various barriers they face every day.
East, the chair and founder of Barrier Free Saskatchewan, often struggles to access guide dogs and says signage usually is not accessible.We deliver the local news you need in these turbulent times on weekdays at 3 p.m.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. You may unsubscribe any time by clicking on the unsubscribe link at the bottom of our emails. Postmedia Network Inc.
For years, accessibility advocates like East have asked the government to introduce legislation that aims to prevent and remove barriers; many have experienced physical, attitudinal and systemic challenges when trying to access public spaces.Article content Makowsky said he’s heard from the private sector, but added the plan isn’t meant to be punitive, noting it might not have high costs.Article content
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