Some time ago I wrote about Jasmin Simpson, a deafblind woman who'd gone to court over alleged discrimination toward #disabled ppl in student loan programs. She largely won. I couldn't write about it this time, so read this from Paola Loriggio for more: cp24.com/news/rights-of…

On a year when both a job change and general 2020-ness largely kept me off Twitter, I figure the least I can do is offer a puppy pic of my self-appointed kitchen helper to close things out. Happy New Year, stay safe and thanks for everything!

The amazing reporters I now oversee on weekends are so busy producing wire content that they can't get to everything...which means sometimes I get to write too! Here's an interesting family case focusing on kids' mental health during #Covid19: tgam.ca/3oypkMY

Tomorrow I have the honour of speaking at @ccbnational's Vision 2021 virtual summit, exploring the impact of #Covid19 on the vision loss community, as part of #WhiteCaneWeek. Register here if interested! zoom.us/webinar/regist…

. @ccbnational is hosting a #WhiteCaneWeek panel on how #covid19 has affected the vision loss community. If you want to check it out, hear some fasinating research + me talk some, join here: zoom.us/webinar/regist…

This excellent piece is written for an American audience but applies in Canada too. x.com/niemanfdn/stat…

If you missed last week's vision summit for #WhiteCaneWeek led by @ccbnational and want to check it out. It's online. Featuring research from CCB, @retinaint & @fb_canada, + me to try and put a first-person perspective on it all: youtube.com/watch?v=cRlQWD…

Hosted by Laura Bain, In Focus covers some of the biggest controversies surrounding disability language with an expert panel, including Michelle McQuigge of The Canadian Press News & journalist, writer & activist @AndrewPulrang. In Focus, Friday at 8 p.m. ET on AMI-tv. youtu.be/CjnRdSFBC1s

Are you a #disabled adult in Toronto hoping to get a #Covid19 vaccine? The city is running two clinics solely for you! Get details/make bookings here: covidvaccineontario.simplybook.me/v2/

15 years ago today, a hilariously overdressed intern showed up for day 1 at @cdnpressnews. Now, as I sit down to oversee a busy weekend of news coverage, I'm floored by all that's happened since. I marvel at my luck, feel grateful for these 15 amazing years, & hope for many more!

Simultaneously humbled by, excited about, and looking forward to this new phase in my CP career. :)

We just released our latest episode of #LivingBlind! Join us for a convo with Michelle McQuigge who works for the Canadian Press! You can download it from Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Don’t forget to share with family or friends! anchor.fm/balancefba #Podcast #WorkplaceAccessibility

Truly honoured to be asked to join these fabulous and insightful ladies for an important discussion about disability in journalism, in coverage and beyond!

Remember what it was like at the beginning of the pandemic, when info was constantly changing as we learned more about COVID? Now imagine working as a reporter, trying to keep up. Michelle McQuigge discusses this with @naomi_hazlett in our latest episode of #LivingBlind

Want to help produce a podcast for a great organization? BALANCE4BlindAdults could use your expertise! Please apply if that's you and share if it's not balancefba.org/careers/podcas…

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An altered image purporting to be a CP story is circulating online about the federal environment minister on climate change. This is a fake item and did not originate from The Canadian Press.

Writing about my vision loss has lead to a lot of work in TV and journalism. I wanted to pay it forward. With Shared Bylines I’ve put together a scholarship for blind/visually impaired journalists. The scholarship is for three grand. Apply below. sharedbylines.com/david-brown-sc…

I served on the board of BALANCE4BlindAdults for a decade, so I know this organization makes a real difference to blind people and has done so for 40 years. Please take a minute to learn more, and kindly consider a donation - every bit is much appreciated! canadahelps.org/me/6eSXYXPf