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Raising awareness about accessibility

To recognize and celebrate National AccessAbility Week in Canada, Perth County has developed 2 virtual educational sessions to raise awareness about age-friendly initiatives in the community.

Businesses can learn how to welcome people of all ages and abilities to their business with low and no cost solutions that you can implement right now.

The webinars are hosted by best-selling author and professional speaker, Julie Sawchuk. She says this webinar is designed to help you rethink your business and customer service model.

The first event happens June 7th at 2:00pm, and the second runs on June 10th at 6:00pm.

Businesses who register for this training also have the opportunity to win a virtual consultation with Sawchuk.

You can register for the event online by clicking here.

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