York Region Celebrates National AccessAbility Week

On behalf of York Regional Council and The Regional Municipality of York, I am pleased to recognize May 28 to June 3, 2023, as National AccessAbility Week.

This week is an opportunity to celebrate the valuable contributions and leadership of York Region residents living with disabilities and highlight the work of individuals and organizations that are removing barriers to make a better, more accessible and more inclusive York Region for all.

This year, we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the York Region Accessibility Advisory Committee (YRAAC) and acknowledge their countless contributions to our communities. The YRAAC is made up of passionate, professional and insightful individuals – many with lived experience – who provide invaluable expertise and advice to both the Region and York Regional Police.

YRAAC members have participated in more than 90 formal meetings and have provided feedback and consultation on over 250 presentations, all with a focus on making our programs, services and facilities more accessible. Their dedicated work, advocacy and advice has contributed to a better and more accessible York Region.

During National AccessAbility Week we celebrate the past, current and future members of the York Regional Accessibility Advisory Committee and all York Region residents who are working to make our communities stronger and more inclusive places to live, work, learn and play.

On behalf of York Region and our more than 1.2 million residents, happy National AccessAbility Week. Let’s continue to work together to build a better York Region where people with disabilities aren’t just accommodated but included from the start. 

Wayne Emmerson
York Region Chairman and CEO

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