Ottawa – The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that Canada is barrier-free. This includes a fully accessible transportation system. This is vital to ensure that all Canadians, including those with disabilities, have equal opportunities to contribute and participate fully in society. Canadians with disabilities still face many barriers while travelling. The Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, and Minister …
Gatineau – The Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA) has issued an administrative monetary penalty of $97,500 against Air Canada for several violations of the Accessible Transportation for Persons with Disabilities Regulations (ATPDR) related to its obligations around providing services to a person with a disability. On August 30, 2023, Air Canada failed to assist a wheelchair user to disembark its aircraft. The passenger, who has …
