Media
For media inquiries please contact:
Jennifer Forbes Walker
Phone: 613-761-9522, ext 233
TTY: 613-725-6175
Fax: 613-761-9525
Email: jwalker@citizenadvocacy.org
Language is a powerful and important tool in shaping ideas, perceptions and ultimately, public attitudes. Persons with disabilities are asking Canadians and the media, in particular, to use respectful terms when writing and speaking about them or about issues that affect their lives. They are also asking that images chosen to portray them are respectful and do not reinforce outdated stereotypes. A Way with Words and Images: Suggestions for the portrayal of persons with disabilities is a booklet published by Social Development Canada that is easily referenced for tips and guidelines.
Celebration of People in the News
December 4, 2009: Press Release - 13 Awards Presented at the 2009 Celebration of People Awards
January 23, 2009, Ottawa South EMC: Hunt Club Resident Honoured for Aiding Disabled Persons (Madelyn Scanlan) [read more]
January 16, 2009, The Centretown Buzz: Centretowners among Award-Winners (Good Day Workshop, Supreme Court of Canada / Watson McacEwen Architects) [read more]
January 2009, News EMC: Celebration of People Honours Outstanding Efforts (Christine Murphy, Sam Fulton, Ottawa Folk Festival) [read more]
January 2009, The Now EMC: Orleans Skier Lets Nothing Stand in the Way (Kathleen Forestell) [read more]
December 26, 2009, Nepean This Week: Summer Event Becomes More Accessible (Ottawa Folk Festival) [read more]
December 19, 2008, Weekly Journal: Celebrating Achievements, Orleans Residents Recognized for Personal Accomplishments (André Demers) [read more]
December 12, 2008, Glebe Report: Olga’s Deli & Catering Nominated for 2008 Celebration of People Award [read more]
December 8, 2008, Ottawa Business Journal: Hats Off (Supreme Court of Canada / Watson MacEwen Architects, Dana Douglas Inc., Ottawa Folk Festival) [read more]
December 4, 2008, Newswest: Two Kitchissippi Residents are Finalists for 2008 Celebration of People Award (Diane Greene, Sam Fulton) [read more]
