Saint John Ability Advisory Committee

Saint John Ability Advisory Committee The Saint John Ability Advisory Committee (SJAAC) is a disability focused advisory board to the City of Saint John and Council.

We thank the mayor and council for all of their support and teamwork. Saint John Ability Advisory Committee provides direction, awareness and leadership in making our community more inclusive. Using our diverse expertise we partner with people with disabilities, government, business and the public to remove barriers by providing information and recommendations regarding disability issues.

07/23/2026

Easier to leave this washroom with wet hands (well, damp after wiping them on my pants) than trying to get to the paper towel...

This is your PSA to make sure the basic essentials of your bathroom are accessible to everyone. That means keeping garbage cans and wet floor signage out of the way of the paper towel holder, the sink, or the door.

ID: A yellow caution cone and large garbage can block access to the paper towels in an accessible bathroom.

♿🌈 Disability Pride MonthJuly is Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate the identities, culture, achievements, and ...
07/15/2026

♿🌈 Disability Pride Month

July is Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate the identities, culture, achievements, and contributions of people with disabilities. It is an opportunity to recognize disability as a natural and valuable part of human diversity and to challenge barriers that limit inclusion and accessibility.

The Saint John Ability Advisory Committee is committed to promoting a community where everyone can participate, belong, and thrive. This month, we encourage our community to listen to and learn from the experiences of people with disabilities, celebrate disability culture, and continue working toward a more accessible and inclusive Saint John.

The Disability Pride Flag represents the diversity of the disability community. The six colours symbolize people with disabilities across all nations, while each stripe represents different disability experiences:

❤️ Red – Physical disabilities
💛 Gold – Neurodivergence
🤍 White – Invisible and undiagnosed disabilities
💙 Blue – Psychiatric disabilities
💚 Green – Sensory disabilities

The black background honours those who have experienced ableism, violence, and discrimination, while the diagonal band symbolizes cutting through barriers and creating a more inclusive society.

Happy Disability Pride Month! Let's celebrate diversity, challenge barriers, and continue building a community where everyone belongs.

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Graphic for Disability Pride Month featuring the Disability Pride Flag's diagonal coloured stripes on a dark background, with bold text reading "Disability Pride Month" and the Saint John Ability Advisory Committee logo in the upper right corner.

♿💙💚💛💜❤️🤍

06/12/2026

★★★★★ · Athletic field

📍 Walk & Roll Route for Today!We’re excited to get moving together today! 🚶‍♀️🦽The Walk & Roll will start at the Diamond...
06/05/2026

📍 Walk & Roll Route for Today!

We’re excited to get moving together today! 🚶‍♀️🦽

The Walk & Roll will start at the Diamond Jubilee Cruise Terminal, where parking is also available.

From there, we’ll:
➡️ Follow the Harbour Passage route
➡️ Continue along past the Container Village
➡️ Turn and head along the waterfront
➡️ Finish at The Gathering Place

This is a beautiful, accessible route — perfect for everyone to enjoy at their own pace.

📢 Be sure to check out the route graphic provided — please note that it was AI-generated.

We can’t wait to see you there! 💙

06/03/2026

This year's National AccessAbility Week theme, "Building a Strong, Accessible Canada," reminds us that accessibility is everyone's responsibility, and that conversations about accessibility and inclusion can start at any age.

Classroom Accessibility Allies, a collaboration between CNIB and the Rick Hansen Foundation, was created to help young learners better understand accessibility and inclusion, recognize barriers to participation in their classrooms, and become champions for accessibility in their schools and communities.

Designed for primary-grade classrooms, Classroom Accessibility Allies is a free resource that gives educators practical ways to introduce accessibility and inclusion concepts to young learners. Through hands-on activities, students are guided through a structured process of identifying barriers in their own classrooms, thinking critically about solutions, and reflecting on what it means to create environments where everyone can participate and be included.

We're proud to share that nearly 200 people have already downloaded Classroom Accessibility Allies, helping bring accessibility and inclusion learning into classrooms throughout Canada and empowering the next generation of accessibility advocates and leaders.

If you’ve already downloaded the resource and used it in your classroom, be sure to submit your reflection activity to receive your certificate of completion and celebrate your commitment to creating more inclusive classrooms.

Haven’t explored Classroom Accessibility Allies yet? Download the free resource today and start breaking down barriers with your students: https://www.rickhansen.com/Accessibility-Allies

This project is made possible thanks to The Slaight Family Foundation.

Image description: Several students, including a person who uses a powered wheelchair, sit around a table in a school common area engaged in discussion. Below the photo, a bright yellow banner with bold black text reads “Classroom Accessibility Allies.” At the very top of the image, the CNIB logo appears on a black background, alongside the Rick Hansen Foundation School Program logo on a blue background.

🔍 Today’s the Day! Join the I-SPY Accessible Uptown SJ EventCome out and explore Uptown Saint John while learning about ...
06/02/2026

🔍 Today’s the Day! Join the I-SPY Accessible Uptown SJ Event

Come out and explore Uptown Saint John while learning about accessibility in a fun and interactive way!

⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM

How it works:
✅ Pick up a numbered map
✅ Visit up to 15 Uptown locations
✅ Follow the steps and complete the activity
✅ Return your map to be entered for a cash prize!

📍 Where to Register:
Key Industries (205 Charlotte Street)
Or inside the City Market (at the end)

Grab your map and bag, start your journey, and discover accessible spaces throughout Uptown Saint John!

Let’s celebrate accessibility, inclusion, and community together

06/02/2026

People who are blind or have low vision, when visiting a restroom, may need to touch more surfaces than sighted individuals to locate the same facilities.

Tom Babinszki, an accessibility consultant at Even Grounds, has the solution through his project: tactile 3D-printed restroom maps. These maps are mini replicas of a restroom that you can feel—showing miniature versions of the sink, toilet, paper holder, hand dryer, urinals, and doors. Placed next to the ADA restroom sign, they let you preview the layout before entering, so you can navigate independently with minimal contact with surfaces.

Learn more: bit.ly/tactile-maps.

06/01/2026

City of Saint John, the Saint John Transit Commission and Saint John Accessible Transit celebrates Clean Air Day with free transit 🚍🌿💨

The City of Saint John, the Saint John Transit Commission and Saint John Accessible Transit are celebrating Clean Air Day on Wednesday, June 3 by offering free transit to Saint John Transit riders to promote environmentally-friendly modes of transportation and raise awareness of this nation-wide movement 🌍♻️🚎

Celebrated annually on the first Wednesday of June, Clean Air Day encourages Canadians to take action to protect the air they breathe 💙🍃 Saint John is one of 50 cities across Canada participating in the day. ✨ NB Lung, a non-profit organization that advocates for cleaner air and improved lung health, is leading the way on Clean Air Day in New Brunswick 🌱

To learn more about Clean Air Day visit, www.nblung.ca 🌐

🚧 Heads up, Saint John!The sidewalk at the corner of Duke Street and Charlotte Street (near Key Industries) is expected ...
06/01/2026

🚧 Heads up, Saint John!

The sidewalk at the corner of Duke Street and Charlotte Street (near Key Industries) is expected to be open for tomorrow’s ISPY event.

We’re pleased to see progress toward improved access in our community and encourage everyone attending to plan accordingly and enjoy the event!

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