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December 3, 2020 – Gatineau, QC – Canadian Transportation Agency
On this International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA) is launching a consultation to support the development of new accessible transportation guidelines for medium and small Transportation...
News | 2020-12-03
Check against delivery
I want to thank the committee for inviting my colleagues and me to appear today. We're living through an unusual and difficult time. I hope all of you and your loved ones have remained healthy and safe over the last nine months. While we have our respective roles to play, we...
Speeches | 2020-12-03
What is new? A milestone.
On October 26, 2020, the Canadian Transportation Agency issued the first licence in Canada for a drone cargo delivery service .
I am a drone operator thinking about providing drone services. Do I need a licence?
If you plan to operate a publicly available air service to...
Web page | 2020-12-03
This checklist is for your personal use. It will help you identify your travel needs and can be used as a helpful summary when communicating with your travel agent or travel carrier.
Remember:
Advise carrier of the nature of your disability;
Obtain written confirmation of services to be...
Web page | 2020-12-03
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ASL version of You've arrived at your destination
Continue to the next video: Disembarking
You've arrived at your destination! It's time to gather your baggage and head towards the exit of the terminal building or, if you are making...
Web page | 2020-12-03
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ASL version of Resolving problems
End of ASL videos - Resolving problems
Sometimes things can go wrong with even the best-planned trip. If a problem arises or you have a concern related to your trip, let the transportation service...
Web page | 2020-12-03
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Planning is key
ASL version of Planning is key
Continue to the next video: Finding information
As a traveller with a disability, you should not face barriers when you travel.
It is always a good idea to plan your trip ahead of...
Web page | 2020-12-03
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ASL version of be aware of your carrier's check-in time
Continue to the next video: Getting information about the terminal
It's time to go! It is essential for you to be aware of your carrier's check-in time to give yourself...
Web page | 2020-12-03
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Seating and layout
ASL version of Seating and layout
Continue to the next video: Announcements
Once onboard, if you are blind or have any other visual impairment, your carrier is required – upon your request – to describe the...
Web page | 2020-12-03
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Allergy buffer zones
ASL version of Allergy buffer zones
End of ASL videos - Travelling with severe allergies
If you have a severe allergy, let your carrier know well in advance of your travel but, at a minimum, 48 hours...
Web page | 2020-12-03