Kelly And Company

Stephen Ricci got the chance to demo Glidance’s new AI powered mobility device. He’ll share his review on our Community Report.  

On the entertainment report, Corinne Van Dusen tells us how you can eat, drink, and cheer on your nation’s athletes if you happen to be stuck in Paris without Olympic tickets!

Can kidney disease in elderly cats be prevented or managed? On Ask-a-Vet, Dr. Danielle explains the symptoms and treatment options to protect your furry friend. Seafood isn’t just for special occasions! From clams to lobster, Julia Karantjas shares how these nutritional superstars enhance your health. Easter Seals launched a provocative PSA campaign to create a brash new dialog around disability pride. We speak with actor, model and film maker, Nik Sanchez about why “Disability is not a dirty word.” On our community report, we discover Medicine Hat’s scenic trails from a trishaw with Tony Freimark, plus how local men are making a difference at Men’s Sheds Alberta. We review Mitch Albom’s 1997 memoire Tuesdays with Morrie on our monthly Book Club.

We review Mitch Albom’s 1997 memoire Tuesdays with Morrie on our monthly Book Club. Tuesdays with Morrie on CELA

On our community report, we discover Medicine Hat’s scenic trails from a trishaw with Tony Freimark, plus how local men are making a difference at Men’s Sheds Alberta. Topic 1: Trishaw Adventures in Medicine HatLocation: Medicine Hat Email: CWAmedhat@gmail.com Phone: 403-527-8755 Links: Article from CHAT NewsFacebook post Topic 2: Men's Sheds AlbertaDate & Time: Mondays, 11:00 AM Location: Veiner Centre - Boardroom, Medicine Hat Email: mensshedMH@gmail.com Phone: 587-535-6336 Links:Alberta Men's Sheds website Topic 3: ASRAB Summer Programs in Grande PrairieDates & Times: Daytime Walking Club: Tuesdays, 10:00 AM 11:00 AMEvening Walking Club: Sundays, 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Mini Golf: Wednesdays, 11:00 AM 1:00 PM Bowling 10 Pin: Fridays, 5:30 PM 7:00 PM Locations: Muskoseepi Park Mini Links Mini Golf Bowling Stones Contact: Email: program.gp@asrab.ab.ca Facebook page

Easter Seals launched a provocative PSA campaign to create a brash new dialog around disability pride. We speak with actor, model and film maker, Nik Sanchez about why “Disability is not a dirty word.” Easter Seals Disability Pride website

Seafood isn’t just for special occasions! From clams to lobster, Julia Karantjas shares how these nutritional superstars enhance your health.

Can kidney disease in elderly cats be prevented or managed? On Ask-a-Vet, Dr. Danielle explains the symptoms and treatment options to protect your furry friend.

What would accessibility feel like in a mixed reality environment? Mike Babcock shares the latest on Meta’s efforts in the field, plus his review of the Meta-Ray Ban smart glasses! New research debunking the benefits of moderate drinking has sober-curious Gen Z and Millennials leading the shift towards reduced alcohol consumption. Grant Hardy has more on Trending Headlines. We meet Gaitrie Persaud who discusses her unique approach to integrating Deaf and hearing actors on stage and tells us about her role in AMI-tv’s “The Squeaky Wheel: Canada”. Community Reporter Annette Denis tells us about next weekend’s Canadian Raptor Show featuring free flight birds of prey in London, Ontario. CNIB SmartLife’s Tech @ Home Program lets you test drive cutting-edge access devices, and Stephen Ricci drops in to share the latest in their lineup! On Know Your Rights, Danielle McLaughlin is joined by Lawyer David Lepofsky who shares the highlights of his most recent advocacy projects.

On Know Your Rights, Danielle McLaughlin is joined by Lawyer David Lepofsky who shares the highlights of his most recent advocacy projects.

CNIB SmartLife’s Tech @ Home Program lets you test drive cutting-edge access devices, and Stephen Ricci drops in to share the latest in their lineup! CNIB SmartLife, Tech At Home Program

Community Reporter Annette Denis tells us about next weekend’s Canadian Raptor Show featuring free flight birds of prey in London, Ontario. Museum of London Walking ToursLocation: Museum London 421 Ridout Street North, London, ONCost: $15/person Dates: Various dates from August 1st to Sept 28thContact: 519 661 0333Links: Museum of London ProgramsMuseum of London on Facebook Topic 2: Canadian Raptor Conservancy ShowLocation: Fanshawe Conservation Area – 1424 Clarke Road, at the Rec Field/ShelterDate: Saturday, August 3 @ 4 PMContact: 519 951 6181 Topic 3: Home County Summer CelebrationDate: Saturday, August 24Location: London Brewing @ 521 Burbrook Place, LondonLinks:Home CountyHome County Festival on Facebook 

We meet Gaitrie Persaud who discusses her unique approach to integrating Deaf and hearing actors on stage and tells us about her role in AMI-tv’s “The Squeaky Wheel: Canada”.

What would accessibility feel like in a mixed reality environment? Mike Babcock shares the latest on Meta’s efforts in the field, plus his review of the Meta-Ray Ban smart glasses!  

Susan Kerney tells us how to plant a bee-bomb that will attract more pollinators to your garden. Google and Apple are collaborating on photo migration tools to make your data more portable. John Biehler has the details on our App Update. One Ottawa physician says better patient support starts with accommodations for physicians with disabilities. Laura Bain has that story and more on The Buzz. On our weekly Sports Update, Brock Richardson shares his analysis of Canada’s performance at Copa America, plus how desperate fans caused mayhem at the Hardrock Stadium ticket booths. A panel of award-winning narrators shared their forecast for audiobook trends at Thriller Fest this year. Ryan Hooey has the details on The Chatty Bookshelf. We recap and weigh in on some highlight conversations from the past week including an award winning navigation app, nostalgic reads, and inclusion in physical education.

A panel of award-winning narrators shared their forecast for audiobook trends at Thriller Fest this year. Ryan Hooey has the details on The Chatty Bookshelf.

On our weekly Sports Update, Brock Richardson shares his analysis of Canada’s performance at Copa America, plus how desperate fans caused mayhem at the Hardrock Stadium ticket booths.

Google and Apple are collaborating on photo migration tools to make your data more portable. John Biehler has the details on our App Update.

Susan Kerney tells us how to plant a bee-bomb that will attract more pollinators to your garden.

Mike Feir shares his review of “Earthlight”; a near-future military thriller by J. Michael Straczynski. A loan officer didn’t understand the terms of her mortgage and is now shocked by the fallout. Grant Hardy has this story on What in the World. A highschooler in B.C. was pressured by administration to change her end of term art project that was critical of the school’s accessibility barriers. Laura Bain has that story and more on The Buzz! Actor Brian George previews Season 2 of Roll with It, a comedy series about a wheelchair user willing to bend the law to make businesses more accessible. Arts Consultant Christine Malec plays tourist in her own home town of Toronto, rediscovering the must-see attractions in her own backyard. Tech contributor Mike Babcock joins us for our weekly roundtable and weighs in on Kelly’s hot news topics.