New transport system for horses is ‘ableist’ and ‘dismissive’ of disabled community, says Peter Tonge Peter Tonge, for CBC
Posted: Nov 19, 2022
This First Person column is the experience of Peter Tonge, a disability advocate and consultant based in Winnipeg. For more information about CBC’s First Person stories, please see the FAQ.
Airline travel can be stressful for anyone, and particularly for a person with a disability. A disabled traveller has the usual concerns, such as scheduling and connections, but also the additional concern about the safety of their mobility equipment.
Worldwide, airlines have a poor record for safely transporting mobility equipment.