​​​​BRAMPTON, ON – Do you know a person, business or organization in Brampton who has demonstrated a commitment to accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities? Nominate them for a 2018 Accessibility Award!

Nominations will be evaluated based on achievements and contributions made in the following areas:

• Preventing and removing barriers – the nature of the barrier may be attitudinal, communicative, physical, programmatic, social, or related to transportation or a policy.
• Accommodating persons with disabilities – an accommodation may involve the modification of a space, schedule or task that enables someone to participate in the community.
• Acting as an accessibility ambassador or champion – promoting accessibility awareness within the community.
• Providing employment support for persons with disabilities – creating opportunities to participate in the work environment.
• Providing exemplary accessible customer service – taking time to understand the customer’s request and offer an appropriate solution.
• Providing assistance for independent living – assisting with skills training and support.

In order to be eligible, a nominee must be a resident of Brampton, a community or non-profit organization operating in Brampton, or a business owner in Brampton. The achievements and contributions of nominees must benefit the Brampton community. Self-nominations will not be accepted. City of Brampton employees and members of the Accessibility Advisory Committee are not permitted to submit nominations or be nominated for an award.

The deadline for nominations is September 15, 2018 at 4:30 pm. 

To complete a nomination form, please visit www.brampton.ca. Nomination forms can be mailed, faxed or submitted in person to the City Clerk’s Office at Brampton City Hall.

The Accessibility Awards will be presented at the December meeting of the Accessibility Advisory Committee, which will be held at City Hall.

This information and the nomination form are available in alternative formats upon request.

For more information, visit www.brampton.ca

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