We’re excited to share that several members of the Quality in the Built Environment research project will be attending the Accessibility Professional Network Conference 2026 (APN2026): Inclusive by Design, taking place March 30–31 in Toronto.
APN2026 brings together leaders in accessibility, inclusive design, policy, and lived experience to explore how “intentional design decisions can shape more inclusive communities.” Over two days, the program features sessions on universal design, accessible housing, neurodiversity‑inclusive spaces, airport accessibility, and the future of accessibility standards in Canada.
Representative and students from various research sites will be attending, including:
- Accessible Qualities:
- Carmela Cucuzzella (Université de Montréal)
- Jean-Pierre Chupin (Université de Montréal)
- Bechara Helal (Université de Montréal)
- Aurélien Catros (Université de Montréal)
- Eve Desrosiers (Université de Montréal)
- and 15 students from the master of Architecture
- Regenerative Communities
- Henry Tsang (Athabasca University)
- Equitable Waterfront
- Samantha Biglieri (Toronto Metropolitan University)
- Healthy Cities
- Brian Sinclair (University of Calgary)
- Nabeel Ramji (Peesting)
- Erin Shilliday (Pedesting)
- National Partners
- Doramy Ehling (Rick Hansen Foundation)
- Kevin Ng (Rick Hansen Foundation)
- Sandrine Thibault (PSPC)
You can find the program for the conference below:
