Building a barrier-free Canada by 2040 will take an all-hands-on-deck effort

Interview with Stephanie Cadieux, Canada’s Chief Accessibility Officer

https://vimeo.com/763203474

Stephanie Cadieux is a change leader, an advocate for diversity, accessibility, and disability inclusion and an entrepreneur with more than 15 years of experience in planning and leadership roles. Her four-year appointment as the Government of Canada’s Chief Accessibility Officer began on May 2, 2022. Before her appointment, Ms Cadieux was a member of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia from 2009 to 2022. She was the Minister of Children and Family Development from 2012 to 2017. Between 2010 and 2012, she held various positions, including Minister of Social Development; Minister of Labour, Citizen’s Services and Open Government; and Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development. Before her engagement in provincial politics, Ms Cadieux was the director of marketing and public relations for the BC Paraplegic Association from 2004 until 2009. She was also the provincial peer coordinator for this organization from 2001 until 2004. Ms Cadieux is a member of the disability community, using a wheelchair since the age of 18. Her lived experience allows her to deeply understand accessibility issues faced by people with disabilities.

#canada #digitalInclusion #diversity #workplace

How can we include people with disabilities in the design of the Metaverse?

My interview with Marisol Villena. Inclusion, accessibility and equitable product and program development manager for the Accenture enterprise metaverse.

https://vimeo.com/780089847

#axschat #digitalInclusion #disabilities #diversity #metaverse #workplace

Harnessing AI and Tech Innovations: Atos Pioneers Future-Forward Solutions for Business and Society

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Atos Explored GenAI’s Real-World Problem-Solving Potential

Atos delved into the transformative capabilities of Generative AI (GenAI) in revolutionizing business practices. The blog discussed how GenAI could automate operations, optimize workflows, and foster innovation across industries. By leveraging AI-driven solutions, companies could tackle complex problems, enhance productivity, and reduce operational costs. Atos emphasized GenAI’s role in the future of work, advocating its strategic implementation for substantial business growth.

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Atos Celebrated Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2025, Emphasizing Inclusive Tech

On Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2025, Atos highlighted the critical importance of digital accessibility. The company’s blog underscored how inclusive technology benefits everyone, not just individuals with disabilities. Atos urged businesses to prioritize accessibility in digital products to enhance user experience and compliance. By fostering inclusivity, Atos aimed to drive innovation and promote a digital ecosystem where everyone thrives.

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AI in the Workplace: Transformation, Not Replacement

In a recent analysis by Atos, the impact of AI on job markets was compared to the introduction of spreadsheets in the 1970s. While fear of job loss is prevalent, AI is not yet replacing workers. Instead, much like spreadsheets enhanced productivity without eradicating accounting roles, AI is augmenting tasks, offering efficiency and new opportunities. Atos emphasized that AI is reshaping roles rather than eliminating them, suggesting a future of collaboration between human skills and AI capabilities.

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Software République Launched Vision 4Rescue for Enhanced Emergency Response

In June 2025, Software République introduced Vision 4Rescue, a cutting-edge tech ecosystem aimed at revolutionizing emergency services. Addressing the rising frequency of emergencies, this integrated solution was designed to bolster response efforts through advanced coordination and predictive tools. Atos, as a key collaborator, played a pivotal role in the development and implementation of the platform, showcasing their continuous innovation in technological solutions for public safety.

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Atos and IGM Financial Achieve Milestone in Cloud Transformation

Atos announced the successful completion of a major data center migration for IGM Financial, a prominent Canadian wealth and asset management firm. This project marked a significant milestone in IGM Financial’s transition to public cloud infrastructure, enhancing agility, scalability, and service delivery. The collaboration showcased Atos’s expertise in facilitating seamless cloud transformations within the financial sector, setting a benchmark for future technological advancements.

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Atos Outlined Strategic Framework for AI Integration

In a detailed blog, Atos presented a five-step guide for crafting an effective AI strategy in businesses. The guide emphasized alignment with business goals, fostering a data-driven culture, prioritizing ethical AI, building scalable infrastructure, and continuous monitoring. Atos’ approach aimed at ensuring AI implementations are sustainable and strategically beneficial, addressing both technical and organizational facets critical for long-term success.

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Atos Enhanced IT Performance with Streamlined Digital Infrastructure Services

Atos provided comprehensive services in cloud and modern infrastructure, focusing on boosting IT and business performance through secure, efficient solutions. Their offerings included advanced digital infrastructure services aimed at simplifying client operations. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies, Atos successfully helped clients optimize their digital environments, balancing innovation with secure, seamless IT performance enhancements.

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#accessibility #artificialIntelligence #AtosFrance #AtosITSolutions #AtosSE #digitalInclusion #futureOfWork #GenAI

Ensure equal access for all with top Accessibility Testing Services in the US—making your digital platforms inclusive and compliant. ♿🇺🇸 #AccessibilityTesting #ADACompliance #InclusiveDesign #DigitalInclusion #AccessibilityUSA

IGF the 2025 Internet Governance Forum is right now : to be held online and in Lillestrøm, Norway, from 23 to 27 June 2025

https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-2025-themes

Hashtags to follow: #IGF2025 #WSIS20 #InternetGovernance #DigitalGovernance #CommunityNetworks #DigitalJusticeNow #TheIGFWeWant #DigitalInclusion #WSISPlus20

Some priorities from @APC
https://www.apc.org/en/pubs/apc-priorities-2025-internet-governance-forum

🧓💡 AI Tech Helper for Older People
Give your loved ones a piece of independence!
An easy-to-use AI app that helps seniors with everyday tech questions — from “How do I send a photo?” to “What’s a USB cable?”

🔔 Get notified when it’s live:
https://nextstardrop.com/ai-tech-helper/

#AIAssistant #ElderlyCare #TechForSeniors #DigitalInclusion #Nextstardrop #AIHelper #SeniorSupport

Accessibility isn’t just about compliance—it’s about better user experience, higher engagement, and stronger SEO! At Accessible Minds, we help you create digital platforms that work for EVERYONE. Ready to make an impact? Let’s talk!

#DigitalInclusion #AccessibilityMatters

I just read this profile of Emily Bender in the FT. While I agree with much of her argument, I think the framing misses something vital. A thread. 🧵 #AI #ContentDesign #UX #TraumaInformed #EmilyBender #DigitalInclusion #ChatGPT #AGI

RE: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:4ienoje3daeuvqoe6v5j5u3u/post/3ls2g6odvwk2t

We’ll be delivering our new online ‘Microsoft Office level 2’ course for Brent residents starts Friday 20th June (via Zoom).  ➜  https://bit.ly/34zb3Zb

#DigitalInclusion #DigitalSkills #AdultLearning  #AdultEducation

A new study (arxiv.org/pdf/2506.088...) has sparked fierce debate online and rightly so. Researchers tracked students over four months to measure how using ChatGPT affected memory, brain activity and engagement. 🧵 #AIethics #contentdesign #ux #digitalinclusion #contentstrategy

arxiv.org/pdf/2506.08872...

A few days ago, I inadvertently became the target of a significant backlash on Bluesky from individuals who reject all AI as intrinsically unethical and an environmental threat. 🧵 #AI #ethics #copywriting #ux #digitalinclusion #AIDebate #realism #contentdesign

📢 Join us at #International #SummerSchool on
#DigitalInclusion & #GenAI

📍15–16 July | #Donostia
🧩 If #Gipuzkoa is a socially cohesive premium territory… can it also become digitally sustainable?

https://uik.eus/en/activity/digital-inclusion-generative-artificial-intelligence-gipuzkoa-socially-cohesive-digitally

🔗 #Free #registration
https://admin.uik.eus/matricula/2339/paso1/1

Tired of waiting for accessibility features to catch up?
You’re not alone.
The good news: there are more options now than ever before.
#Accessibility #TechForAll #DigitalInclusion
👉 https://buff.ly/5gYDBHC

Honoured to be appointed by #FECYT as #Spanish Management Committee Member in #COST Action on literary #Multilingualism #SocialTransformation #GenAI #Territorialcohesion #Superdiversity #DigitalInclusion #COSTActions #AI4SI #FECYT #EU @EU_Commission

Looking for top Accessibility Testing Companies in the US? 🇺🇸♿
Accessible Minds offers expert testing, real-user audits & full WCAG/ADA compliance support—trusted by global brands for digital inclusion.

🔗 Partner with us: https://accessiblemindstech.com
#AccessibilityTesting #WCAG #ADACompliance #DigitalInclusion #USBusinesses

Staying safe online:  Check out Swiggle the child-friendly search engine and set it as your default homepage. You can filter out content and stay safe online.  ➜  https://swiggle.org.uk

#StaySafeOnline #OnlineSafety #DigitalInclusion

I have 15,639 views on LinkedIn for a basic post about a school principal’s well-intended letter to parents and carers. #traumainformed #contentstrategy #digitalinclusion #education #contentdesign #uxwriting #studentwellbeing #traumainformedcontent #inclusivedesign #education #hr #personnel

Why the letter from a school p...

Reenvío invitación a seminario en el CSC con investigadores invitados de la Universidad de Aalto, Finlandia:

> Fecha: jueves 12 de junio
> Horario: 18:00 hs
> Lugar: Godoy Cruz 2390, CABA, Sala de Seminarios PB

> *Opportunities and Challenges Beyond 5G*
> Alexis A. Dowhuszko (Aalto University)
> This talk provides an overview of Optical Wireless Communications (OWC), comparing laser-based and LED-based technologies for long- and short-range applications. It discusses the role of OWC in the B5G landscape, and the challenges that must be overcome for mass adoption.

> *Human-Centred Digital Transformation for Underserved Communities*
> Prof. Marko Nieminen (Aalto University)
> This presentation introduces a model for a "Social Internet Service Provider (S-ISP)", developed through community-based research on infrastructure, connectivity, and digital inclusion in rural areas.

#5G #OWC #Aalto #B5G #seminario #UnderservedCommunities #ISP #SocialInternetServiceProvider #infrastructure #CommunityBased #DigitalInclusion #CONICET #BuenosAires #Argentina

The Digital Poverty Alliance National Delivery and Advocacy Plan 2025 which “… sets out a shared framework to drive progress. It provides the structure, focus, and accountability needed to ensure that #DigitalInclusion is no longer optional, charitable, or fragmented – but embedded in how we design systems, allocate resources, and deliver support.”

https://digitalpovertyalliance.org/national-delivery-and-advocacy-plan-2025/

“A small number of AIs will power everything - creating new opportunities for global innovation.”

This week on The Internet is Crack, we speak with Shaun Steingold, CEO of Healthi, about the future of AI as a democratizing force. Far from a doomsday scenario, Steingold envisions AI as a platform that enables widespread innovation and positive impact across sectors.

🎧 Listen here: https://youtu.be/_Zwn3e8sC-s

#ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalInclusion #InnovationEconomy #FutureOfWork #TechPodcast