Inclusive Camp Hub builds inclusive camps for disabled children
The Inclusive Camp Hub offers free research based tools to help camps welcome kids with neurodevelopmental disabilities. A model S38 camp at Western University showed engaged campers, confident staff, and pleased parents, indicating inclusion is feasible with training and universal design.
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Why Camp Inclusion Matters
Nicole Neil, associate professor at Western University, argues that inclusive summer camps foster social skills, self esteem, and belonging for all children, including neurotypical campers. Inclusive Camp Hub plans partnerships to widen reach and improve tools through family and staff feedback, urging leaders to explore free resources and families to advocate for welcoming camps.
Canada Needs Technicians and Technologists Now
Canadian economist Roslyn Kunin argues that a structural labor shortage in engineering and tech-adjacent roles threatens growth. She urges expanded training seats, microcredentials, and stronger ties between education and industry to boost productivity and wages across sectors.
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City council urged to curb housing expansion blamed for homeowners burden
A Thunder Bay letter argues the city overburdens homeowners with repeated projects while neglecting aging facilities and roads. The writer criticizes labeling homeless services users as clients, calls for oversight on spending, and urges faster job creation and maintenance rather than new temporary shelters.
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