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Michelle McQuigge of the Canadian Press discusses the RCMP’s consideration to create a museum in Saskatchewan
Steven Scott of Double Tap TV describes Sony’s new adaptive gaming kit
He also describes Belkin's new recycled plastic initiative that was announced at CES in Las Vegas
Denis Boudreau takes you into the digital world of clunky but functional mobile websites
And in the roundtable chat, Alex Smyth wants to know what public events are marking your calendar for 2023

Meagan Gillmore describes the federal government’s hiring programs for people with disabilities
- To find out about job opportunities with the federal government, visit here
Marco Pasqua and Elizabeth Mohler share their reflections on International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Kevin Shaw walks you through some emerging and potential tech trends for 2023
Clover Thursday describes how you can be creative this holiday season with some do-it-yourself gifts
Shaini Saravanamuthu tells you all about “Alight at Night” festival at Upper Canada Village
- Alight at Night Festival runs now until Jan. 7 at Upper Canada Village. For more information, visit: UpperCanadaVillage.com
  - Tickets for Alight at Night can be found online for 15$ each. Time slots can be picked. The exhibit can take about 40 minutes to walk through. It is located at 13740 County Road 2, in Morrisburg, Ontario. For more info, visit here
- She also tells us about Pop Up Montreal’s “Tis the season,” a holiday market taking place this weekend
  - The event takes place on Sunday December 11 from 10am - 2 pm Eastern time. It is located at Valois Bay Nautical Centre at 90 Chemin Bord-du-Lac, at Pointe-Claire in Quebec. For more info and to reserve a ticket, visit here

We have our weekly news panel with Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta
- Together, we discuss the economy and consider competition in the financial sector
- We share our thoughts on the COVID-19 lockdown protests in China
- And we chat about the use of genetic evidence to solve cold cases
Michael McNeely shares his thoughts on the new Spielberg movie “The Fabelmans”
And Karen McKay from the Centre of Equitable Library Access tells us about Sarah Polley, this year’s winner of the Toronto Book Award. Her book “Run Towards the Danger” is available at the CELA library
- She also chats about Michelle Obama’s new book “The Light We Carry”
- And for CELA’s featured titles of the week, she highlights several books to celebrate International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Their book list is listed below:

Dan Coulter, the Parliamentary Secretary for Accessibility, returns to the show to share a special announcement for province of B.C. To learn more about B.C.'a accessibility legislation, visit here
- The Province has appointed 30 people to help develop British Columbia’s first two standards for accessibility: the employment accessibility standard and the accessible service delivery standard
- To stay up to date on the latest news out of the department of Social Development and Poverty Reduction, visit here
The visual interpreter service, Aira, is introducing their new retail plans for 2023. Steven Scott explores the issue behind the move and its effect on users
The zero-waste movement is having a sustainable influence on fine dining. Dawn Dickinson tells you how in her preview of Maclean’s Magazine
- She also shares another article about a new Leonard Cohen exhibit at the Art Gallery of Ontario called “Everybody Knows”
Community reporter Blaine Deutscher tells you all about the 4th annual Bushwakker Staff Holiday Market in Regina, Saskatchewan
- The event takes place Dec. 11 at 12 pm CT at Bushwakker Brewpub in Regina located at 2206 Dewdney Ave.
- There will be Artists, bakers, crafters and curators including: Nathaniel's Windchimes, Baking by Amber, Backwood Transfers Design Co., Arcworks Creations and more.
- For more info, visit here
He also shares details about ‘Light the Lights,’ and outdoor celebration will take place Dec. 6 at Regina City Hall
- Visitors can enjoy free winter fun including horse-drawn wagon rides, interactive ice creations, outdoor activities and games, local entertainment, free hot chocolate and treats, a virtual colouring contest and a visit from Santa.
- Accessible Washrooms and change tables are located inside the City Hall foyer, beside the Henry Baker Hall
- Artists and performances include appearances by Val Halla, Dickens Yuletide Singers, Tavria School of Ukrainian Dance, and the Regina Bell Ringers
- For more info, visit here
The B.C. government has decided to scrap their plan to eliminate funding for children with Autism. Sylvi Fekete fills you in on the story
- She also tells you about the town of Prince George’s new and accessible pool for people with disabilities

John Loeppky gives his thoughts on this year’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Andrika De Lanerolle drops by to share some events you can attend for International Day of Persons with Disabilities
- Easterseals’ Gaming's Game4Access Streamathon will take place on Dec. 3 from 2 to 10 p.m. ET
  - Influencers with disabilities in the gaming world, along with other special guests, will come together to raise money for this initiative
  - The Streamathon will feature games like Rocket League, Minecraft, and Fortnite
  - All funds raised will support ES Gaming's focus of providing access to the disability community in gaming spaces while advancing Easterseals' mission of full equity, inclusion, and access for disabled individuals and the community
  - You can follow the stream here
- Makers Making Change by Neil Squire’s Society will be hosting “Hacking for the Holidays”
  - Participants attending the event will be provided with tools and instructions on how to adapt toys
  - All skill levels are welcome, and every toy and device will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking for the Holidays campaign
  - You can bring in your own toys for advice on how to adapt them to your needs
  - Dates include:
    - Dec. 2 in Fredericton, New Brunswick
    - Dec. 3 in Vancouver B.C.
- We also encourage you to check out your local public libraries for any programming and resources they may offer. The following libraries are putting on IDPD programming that you can check out:
  - Halifax Public Library is offering virtual resources for discussions on accessibility and disability. Learn more here
  - Newcastle Library is hosting a series of workshops for IDPD. To learn more visit here
  - And the Vancouver Public Library is sharing book lists about disability for kids and teens
Shane Baker discusses the importance of taking mental health breaks and opens up about his personal experience
And community reporter Derek Lackey describes ‘Winter Wonderland’ and ‘Zoo Lights,’ two holiday light shows coming to Winnipeg, Manitoba
- Winter Wonderland will take place at Red River Park and runs Dec. 2 to Jan. 7
  - It will be $15 per carload up to seven individuals
    - For more information, visit here
- The Assiniboine Park’s ‘Zoo Lights’ will run Dec. 1 to Jan. 8
  - Tickets: Cost: $16.00 + GST (all ages 3+). For more information, visit here

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Sony’s new adaptive gaming kit

Hiring programs for people with disabilities

Competition in the financial sector

B.C. accessibility news

International Day of Persons with Disabilities

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