Description of a Research Project on Accessibility Standards from the point of view of parents with disabilities

Purpose of the Study: The aim of this project is to explore the experiences of parents and caregivers with diverse disabilities and their minor children while using federally regulated built environments, outdoor spaces, services and programs, and transportation services. This project is being funded by Accessibility Standards Canada.

Partners: National Partner: the Canadian Council of Disabilities. Provincial partners: Autism Society of Newfoundland and Labrador, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Newfoundland & Labrador Network, Ex aequo, Moelle Epinière et Motricité (MEMO) Québec, Connections for Families, Center for Independent Living Toronto, Issak Walton Killiam IWK Health Center

Researchers: Laura Pacheco, MSW, Ph.D., Univeristé Mémoria, Marjorie Aunos, Ph.D., MAPP, Coralie Mercerat, Psy.D., Université de Montréal & Evelina Pituch, Ph.D., Université de Montréal

Email: familyaccess@mun.ca