Speak Up Self-Advocacy Awareness - SUSA Society

08/04/2026

Just browsing Facebook and found this unique and helpful website for people with disabilities:

Accessible Compass helps Canadians with disabilities discover federal and provincial benefits, programs, and local resources, explained in plain language.

Accessible Compass manages 2 data types including local resources. Helps you organize, track, and share your work in 1 place for teams and solo users.

07/26/2026

WOW this is so exciting

Disability Pride Month commemorates the The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that was signed into law 36 years ago today (July 26) by then-President George H. W. Bush. It is considered to be the most important piece of legislation in the country surrounding the Disability Rights Movement.

This landmark legislation was a huge step towards creating a more inclusive and accessible society. Why is the ADA still so significant? Here are a few key reasons:

1. It designates people with disabilities as a protected class in order to protect them legally from discrimination.

2. It ensures that spaces that are open to the public are built to be accessible to people with disabilities.

3. It mandates that communication services, like telephones and websites, are accessible to people with hearing and vision disabilities.

We'll continue to advocate for greater support for people with cerebral palsy at the federal level, and we're grateful to the advocates who fought so passionately for these foundational disability rights.

06/19/2026

🏁 Thank You, Royal Inland Hospital! 🏁

A heartfelt thank you to Royal Inland Hospital for supporting An Amazing Race to Inclusion 2026 as a challenge location host!

By opening your doors to participants, you helped create an engaging experience that encouraged learning, empathy, and a greater understanding of accessibility and inclusion.

Thank you for being part of this important community event! 💙

06/19/2026

🏁 Thank You, Kamloops Brain Injury Association! 🏁

Thank you to Kamloops Brain Injury Association for hosting a challenge location during An Amazing Race to Inclusion 2026!

Your willingness to share your space and support this event helped create valuable learning experiences for participants while promoting awareness, understanding, and inclusion throughout our community.

We are grateful for your support! 💙

06/18/2026

🏁 Thank You, Interior Community Services! 🏁

A huge thank you to Interior Community Services for opening your doors as a challenge location host for An Amazing Race to Inclusion 2026!

Your support helped participants experience our community in new ways while learning about accessibility, inclusion, and the importance of removing barriers. We appreciate your partnership and community leadership.

Thank you for helping make a difference! 💙

06/15/2026

🏁 Thank You, Kamloops Museum! 🏁

Thank you to Kamloops Museum for welcoming participants as a challenge location host for An Amazing Race to Inclusion 2026!

Your support helped create meaningful learning opportunities while encouraging important conversations about accessibility, inclusion, and belonging. We are grateful for your partnership and commitment to community engagement.

Thank you for helping make the race such a success! 💙

06/14/2026

🏁 Thank You, Schoening Funeral Services! 🏁

A heartfelt thank you to Schoening Funeral Services for opening your doors as a challenge location for An Amazing Race to Inclusion 2026.

Your support helped provide participants with an opportunity to engage, learn, and reflect on the importance of creating accessible and inclusive communities. We appreciate your partnership and generosity.

Thank you for being part of this important event! 💙

06/12/2026

🌟 Thank You, Dearborn Ford! 🌟

A big thank you to Dearborn Ford for supporting An Amazing Race to Inclusion 2026 as a Bronze Sponsor!

Your generosity helps us continue raising awareness about the barriers faced by people with diverse abilities while promoting a community where everyone belongs. Your support makes a real difference.

We couldn't do it without the amazing support of businesses like yours. Thank you for helping us champion inclusion! 💙

06/12/2026

🏁 Thank You, Save-On-Foods! 🏁

Thank you to Save-On-Foods for being a challenge location host for An Amazing Race to Inclusion 2026!

Your support helped create a fun and engaging learning experience while encouraging participants to think differently about accessibility and inclusion. We are grateful for your generosity and community involvement.

Thank you for helping make inclusion a community effort! 💙

06/11/2026

🌟 Thank You, Westsyde Landing! 🌟

Thank you to Westsyde Landing for supporting An Amazing Race to Inclusion 2026 as a Bronze Sponsor!

Your contribution helps us bring people together to learn, experience, and better understand the importance of accessibility and inclusion. We are grateful for your commitment to building a stronger, more inclusive community.

We couldn't do it without the amazing community support we receive. Thank you for being part of the journey! 💙