Dr. Paul Thomas officially backs Barrier-Free Manitoba

October 8, 2009

Dr. Paul Thomas, Duff Roblin Professor of Government at the University of Manitoba, has officially taken a stand for the call for disability legislation.

Thomas has received widespread recognition for his distinguished contributions to public policy and is a member of the Order of Manitoba.

Dr. Thomas told Barrier-Free Manitoba the disability legislation debate affects all Manitobans.

"Strong and effective accessibility-rights legislation not only promises to address systemic human rights issues," he said. "It will also enhance accessibility for all Manitobans, a benefit that will become increasingly important with the aging of the population."

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