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Women in wheelchairs are often prisoners in abusive relationships because very few shelters in Quebec can accommodate their needs, says a lobby group.
The Regroupement des activistes pour l’inclusion au Québec released a survey that found among the 98 women’s shelters provincewide, only 12 had been somewhat adapted for wheelchairs. The group intends to bring the case of a lack of accessibility before the Quebec Human Rights Commission.
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RAPLIQ president Linda Gauthier said on Monday that often some sort of adaptation can mean just a ramp to access the building, but no adaptation within the living units themselves, meaning that bars can be missing from bathrooms or tables can be at the wrong height.
How to Spot Owls in the Winter Across Canada
Seeing an owl in the wild is an experience you will never forget and it’s a great motivation to get outside during the chilly months. Plus, winter is the perfect time to spot owls. Since many trees are without leaves, roosting owls can be easier to spot. Plus, you have a greater chance of seeing species that have wandered south of their Arctic territories in search of prey. Here are some tips for owling in the winter so you can improve your chances of seeing one for yourself.
Northern Saw-whet Owl by Paul Prior