Partnerships
Success Stories
Wendy (she/her) leads Accessible NB, a program of Ability New Brunswick that helps communities, businesses, and organizations make accessibility part of everything they do. She knows that many people want to advance disability inclusion but need guidance on where to begin. Accessible NB fills that role by offering tools, expertise, and ongoing collaboration. The team has created a comprehensive resource database and an evidence-based accessibility audit tool, developed with input from experts and people with lived experience of disability. These tools help municipalities, recreation departments, and other partners design inclusive buildings, programs, and events from the ground up.
For Wendy and her team, building long-term, trusting relationships is just as important as the technical work. They stay in close contact with partners, provide helpful follow-ups, share funding opportunities, and offer letters of support. Every new project starts with listening—understanding each community’s goals and priorities before planning next steps. Even when projects are paused, the team helps maintain progress by suggesting small, achievable actions that keep accessibility on the agenda. They also highlight partners’ successes by sharing their stories publicly to inspire others.
Beyond her leadership role, Wendy is deeply involved in the broader accessibility network. She sits on multiple committees across New Brunswick and Canada, keeping pace with changes in accessibility standards and policies. These connections allow her to link people and projects, helping grow a community of practice committed to inclusion and accessibility.
