Lorin MacDonald

Lawyer living with a disability and activist for a more accessible and inclusive society. Read the latest news on disability and accessibility!

[Lorin MacDonald @lorinmac]

During my🎙interview with @mattgallowaycbc on @CBCRadioCanada @TheCurrentCBC, I talked about the @OrderofCanada and @VancityReynolds, my profound hearing loss, and how @MichelleObama inspired me. 🎉 Listen at https://t.co/oHAsoRBlV4 and read more at https://t.co/QDiwonbq5m!

[Lorin MacDonald @lorinmac]

In this 1933 ad, my late grandfather Alf Dawson, owner of the Kenilworth Coal and Coke Co. in Hamilton, encouraged Canadian economic patriotism: "When you buy Alberta Coal, 100% of your money stays in Canada. When you buy Alberta Coal you make more work for Canadians." #cdnpoli

[Lorin MacDonald @lorinmac]

Today marks two years since we lost the Honourable David Onley, a remarkable leader, mentor, and friend who transformed countless lives through his unwavering advocacy for disability rights and accessibility. Read my tribute at https://t.co/aSRN3pDWts

[Lorin MacDonald @lorinmac]

@unstoppabletrac What a wonderful surprise celebrating our long friendship! Happy New Year!

[Western University @WesternU]

Three #WesternU alumni and an honorary degree recipient have been named to the Order of Canada. Congrats to Colin Clarke (@tywomusic), R. Douglas Elliott (@CambridgeLLP), Lorin MacDonald (@LorinMac) and Tricia Smith (@TeamCanada)! 🎖️👏 #PurpleAndProud
https://t.co/1xYx1XFktt

[Lorin MacDonald @lorinmac]

@WesternU @tywomusic @CambridgeLLP @TeamCanada Thank you for this lovely shoutout, and honoured to join my fellow Western alums! Sandy Buchman (@DocSandyB) joins us!

[Lorin MacDonald @lorinmac]

@amacinto @princepolity Thank you so much! I'm delighted to join @princepolity!

[Lorin MacDonald @lorinmac]

With profound gratitude and humility, the Governor General of Canada officially announced my appointment to the Order of Canada this morning. What a remarkable way to conclude 2024! 🌟 🏅

[Lorin MacDonald @lorinmac]

@MikeShoreman So great to see @markwafer, his lovely wife Valarie, and spend time with you. Thank you for the gracious invitation!

[Lorin MacDonald @lorinmac]

What a week! Honored to receive 3 recognitions: the @GGCanada Persons Case Award, @OntHumanRights for Distinguished Service, and @MarchofDimesCDA Disability Changemaker of the Year. Humbled that decades of disability advocacy are seen. 🙏🏻 @westernuLaw @WesternU @LincAlexLawTMU

[Lorin MacDonald @lorinmac]

@marchofdimescda I'm deeply honoured for this recogntion of my work - thank you! I look forward to celebrating the Changemakers tomorrow night. 😀

[Lorin MacDonald @lorinmac]

@marchofdimescda Grateful for this recognition of my work, and all the other Changemakers honoured - thank you!

[March of Dimes CA @marchofdimescda]

Lorin MacDonald is the 2024 Disability Changemaker of the Year! She's a respected disability advocate and human rights lawyer who raises awareness about accessibility and inclusion through her speaking, training, writing, and consulting work! @lorinmac

[Lorin MacDonald @lorinmac]

@InformedOps What a lovely surprise - thank you!

[Informed Perspectives @InformedOps]

Join us in congratulating Lorin MacDonald (@lorinmac), a human rights lawyer, disability subject matter expert, and accessibility advocate, on receiving the Governor General's Award in Commemoration of the Persons Case! 🎉

This prestigious award honours individuals who have made exceptional contributions toward achieving equality for women and girls in Canada. 🇨🇦

Lorin’s dedication to accessibility and equality is inspiring, and we are proud to have her as part of our expert community. 👏

#Accessibility #HumanRights #Equality

[Lorin MacDonald @lorinmac]

I will receive the Governor General's Award in Commemoration of the Persons Case this Friday in Calgary. This prestigious award recognizes Canadians who have made outstanding contributions to equality for women and girls in Canada.
https://t.co/dCST6GlGtP

[Lorin MacDonald @lorinmac]

@odenetwork It was an honuor to participate in this conversation reflecting on David Onley's remarkable contributions. Thank you for providing the space to remember and celebrate his legacy!

[Lorin MacDonald @lorinmac]

@SorayaMartinezF @KamalKheraLib I look forward to meeting you at the WODIL Diversity in Leadership conference in Calgary this week!

[Lorin MacDonald @lorinmac]

@FEGC_WAGE Un merveilleux honneur à partager avec mes co-récipiendaires.