Manitoba Disabilities Issues Office
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What is Manitoba Access Awareness Week (MAAW)?
The Province of Manitoba proclaimed June 3 to 9, 2012, Manitoba Access Awareness Week (MAAW).
MAAW raises awareness of the barriers people with disabilities face that impact their full participation in society and promotes the removal of these barriers. We do this by celebrating people with disabilities, organizations and businesses that are providing leadership in making Manitoba a more inclusive society.
In 2012, MAAW activities are overseen by a Steering Committee composed of representatives from community organizations, Age-Friendly communities and the Disabilities Issues Office.
How do I become involved?
MAAW is organized by a variety of disability organizations, along with the Disabilities Issues Office. You can participate in Manitoba Access Awareness Week, 2012!
Encourage your favourite disability organization to participate in the calendar of events.
Nominate an individual, organization or business for an award.
Please contact the DIO to find out how you can become involved.
The Manitoba Access Awareness Achievement Awards
MAAW Awards annually honour outstanding Manitobans for their dedication to creating or enhancing opportunities for participation by people with disabilities. One award winner in each of three categories will be selected: individual, organization, or business. Download the 2012 MAAW Achievement Awards Form here.
Deadline for Nominations: Monday, April 30, 2012
Nomination Requirements:
1. The individual, organization, or business has made exceptional contributions to the lives of people with disabilities in the areas of volunteerism, leadership development, or through the creation of an accessible business, service or workplace for persons with disabilities.
2. The individual, organization or business has contributed significantly to the presence and involvement of persons with disabilities within the community for at least one year by reflecting a positive attitude and the elimination of barriers to the participation of people with disabilities in society.
3. The individual, organization or business has not previously won this award.
Award Winners 2012
Individual Award: Norma Vibora
Business: Parkway Co-Op of Rossburn
Organizations: Manitoba Farmers with Disabilities, Winnipeg Folk Festival
Award Winners 2011
Individuals: Mr. Victor Pereira and Mr. Don Ament (post humously)
Organization: The New Iceland Heritage Museum , Gimli, Manitoba
Organization: Reaching Equality Employment Services
Business: The Keg Steakhouse & Bar
Award Winners 2010
Individuals: Clare Simpson and Doris Koop
Organization: Premier Personnel
Business: Word Vision, Captioning & CART Services
