I respectfully and gratefully acknowledge that I live, work and play within the traditional territory of the KLaich-Kwil-Tach people of the Wei Wai Kum and We Wai Kai First Nations on Vancouver Island (head office), as well as the Okanagan nation and Syilx peoples on the mainland of British Columbia (secondary office).
I also wish to acknowledge the land on which my webservers operate (Toronto). For thousands of years, it has been the traditional land of the Huron-Wendat, the Seneca, and most recently, the Mississaugas of the Credit River. Today, this meeting place is still the home to many Indigenous people from across Turtle Island and I are grateful to have the opportunity to benefit from this land.
If any of the above makes you uncomfortable reading on websites, or hearing prior to events — it should. Our prosperity is built on theft and genocide. These statements are the bare minimum anyone could possibly start. Talk is cheap, let's figure out some constructive action now, yeah? That said, I'm an idiot. If you're indigenous and got any ideas, let me know. I promise to do my best not to be an idiot when listening.
I believe in creating a digital space that's accessible to everyone. My commitment to accessibility is not just a professional standard—it's a personal one. I have first-hand experience navigating the complexities of disability. I understand how easy it is to overlook the needs of others and to be overlooked. We're all just trying to get through the day. This insight deeply informs my approach to web/app design.
I strive to ensure that my website is inclusive and easy to navigate for all users, regardless of their abilities or circumstances.
Please contact me if you find this is not the case for you and I will fix our website as soon as possible.
