Eyes on Your Money podcast

  • Authored on September 21, 2022
  • Ryan Chin describes Eyes on Your Money, a brand-new podcast focused on managing your finances. The show debuts on Friday and can be found on all major podcasting platforms including Spotify and Appel Podcasts    
  • Milena Khazanavicius chats about a new accessible taxi service coming to Halifax
    • The service is available to residents 24/7. To connect: call 902-334-0334, or book online through the Extra Care Taxi web booker page, or through the Extra Care Taxi app
    • The launch event occurs on October 11th from 1 - 2:00 p.m. at Halifax Hall, located at 1841 Argyle St. For more information, visit here  
      • She also describes a new accessible play called “Crypthand”
        • A full accessibility guide will be released on Wednesday, September 21 at: galeforcetheatre.ca 
        • The show will take place on Oct. 2 at 2 p.m. AT at the Bus Stop Theatre, located at: 2203 Gottingen St. For more information, phone or text: 902- 298-4828. 
        • Tickets are available at Tickethalifax.com. They event will have multiple pay what you can options. All tickets are general admission. If you'd like to book a free ticket for a sighted guide or have any accessibility questions you can email Lily at:  galeforcetheatre@gmail.com. For more informaiton, visit here  
      • And Milena gives details about the ‘Quiet Parade,’ an inclusive celebration at this year’s Nocturne Arts Festival 
        • The event is a low-stimulation celebration taking place in Halifax on October 15. The parade will be as silent as possible to allow full enjoyment for those with sensory disabilities and who are on the autism spectrum. Audio description will be done by Kat Germain  
        • Please e-mail Aislinn Thomas for more info and register your name to receive e-mails: quietparade2022@gmail.com or call: 226-581-4073 
        • You can also visit their website 
           
  • Tara Chisholm reflects on the first ever Women’s World Challenge for para ice hockey 
  • Anu Pala chats about Inclusive Hiring and Employment for people with disabilities  
  • And in our accessibility story roundup, we chat about the CNIB's upcoming tele-townhall with Canadian broadcasters to discuss the availability of described video during primetime hours (7 p.m.–11 p.m.). This tele-townhall is an opportunity for you to hear from Canada's largest broadcasters about how they are addressing the availability of described video. There will be an opportunity to ask questions as well
    • The event takes place n Sept. 21 at 11:45 a.m. ET.