The 2022 Accessibility Award winners have been announced.
The awards recognize businesses and individuals who have excelled in promoting an inclusive environment and shopping experience for people with disabilities.
Penny Churchill of the Sarnia Observer and The Book Keeper are being recognized for creating an inclusive culture that hires and supports people with disabilities.
The Mitton Village Citizen Collective is being honoured for its exceptional leadership in customer service.
Keira Hong is recognized for creating opportunities for an inclusive community.
Bains BBQ is awarded for ensuring exceptional physical accessibility for people with disabilities.
The Lambton College Massage Therapy Clinic is honoured for going above and beyond when serving and assisting people with disabilities.
The County of Lambton's Community Paramedic Program is recognized for advocating for people with disabilities who require additional care.
Kevin Schenk's family is also awarded with the first ever Kevin Schenk Legacy Award for individuals who inspire citizens to help make the city more inclusive and accessible. Kevin died earlier this year.
The list of accessibility champions was compiled by the City of Sarnia's Accessibility Advisory Committee after requesting nominations from the community.
A reception for the winners will be held Thursday, December 1, from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Gateway Room at the St. Clair Corporate Centre.
Dan Edwards has been named this year's guest speaker. Edwards experienced a spinal cord injury in 2006 that left him as a person with quadriplegia.