Join host Corrie Melanson for an inspiring conversation with Kerri Jack, Inclusion and Accessibility Coordinator at Recreation Nova Scotia, as they explore how communities across the province are transforming recreation spaces—and lives—through accessible design.

From Mobi-Mats on beaches to sled hockey in Cape Breton, Kerrie shares tangible, real-world examples of how Nova Scotia is leading the way in making recreation truly for everyone. Drawing from her municipal background and provincial role, she highlights the passionate people and innovative programs breaking down barriers—one trail, park, and arena at a time.

Key topics include:

• How small towns like Sherbrooke are creating fully accessible parks, and why Welcome Park is now a national example
• The growing movement of adaptive equipment loan programs is making gear like beach wheelchairs and Hippocamps available to all
• Halifax Lancers’ therapeutic riding program, where horses become “legs”, and connection runs deep
• Training volunteers to guide blind and low-vision hikers and why immersion is key to understanding
• What it takes to achieve Rick Hansen Foundation Gold Certification and why Halifax Central Library’s commitment matters
• The power of communities of practice: how recreation professionals are learning together and accelerating change
• Why inclusion isn’t just physical, it’s cultural, financial, and personal

Whether you’re a recreation professional, community planner, volunteer, or someone who loves the outdoors, this episode is packed with ideas, energy, and proof that an accessible Nova Scotia isn’t just possible, it’s already happening.

Ready to be inspired by what’s working and how you can help? Listen now.

Join host Corrie Melanson for a revealing conversation with neurodiversity advocates Keith Gelhorn, founder of Advocacy, and support worker Michelle Wood, as they explore what it truly means to build neuro-inclusive workplaces—and why it’s a win for everyone.

Drawing from lived experience and professional expertise, Keith and Michelle break down the myths, share personal journeys of late diagnosis, and offer practical strategies for employers and colleagues alike. From rethinking hiring practices to redesigning the workday, this episode is a toolkit for turning awareness into action.

Key topics include:

• What “neurodivergent” really means and why flexibility isn’t a perk, it’s a necessity
• How traditional interviews exclude talent and what to do instead
• The power of “unmasking” and creating spaces where people can bring their whole selves to work
• Simple workplace adjustments: quiet zones, sensory tools, body doubling, and meeting-free deep work blocks
• Why supporting neurodivergent employees isn’t just an HR issue; it’s a leadership and culture shift
• The surprising link between neurodivergence and entrepreneurship, and how to harness innovative thinking
• Navigating late diagnosis, self-advocacy, and moving from shame to strength

Whether you’re a manager, HR professional, coworker, or someone navigating your own neurodivergent journey, this episode offers empathy, insight, and actionable steps to make your workplace more inclusive and more human.

Ready to rethink how work works? Listen now.

Join host Corrie Melanson for an enlightening conversation with plain language experts Erin Casey and Catherine Buckey as they unpack why clear communication is a cornerstone of accessibility—and how it benefits everyone, every day.

Erin, a neurodivergent communicator with 30 years of experience, and Catherine, a former journalist turned accessibility advocate, dive deep into what plain language truly means—far beyond “dumbing things down.” They explore how clarity builds trust, reduces cognitive load, and ensures everyone can access the information they need to thrive.

Key topics include:

• Why plain language is more than words—it’s about format, structure, and understanding your audience
• Debunking the biggest myth: that clear communication undermines expertise
• How to test your materials with real people—including the most vulnerable users
• The surprising ways plain language saves organisations time and money
• Why internal communication sets the tone for external impact
• Practical first steps: from auditing signage to rewriting job titles in plain language
• How creating a “culture of asking” fosters psychological safety and inclusion

Whether you write reports, design websites, lead teams, or communicate with the public, this episode will change how you think about the words you use—and who they’re truly for.

Ready to make your communication more inclusive, effective, and human? Listen now.