Galileo students gain March of Dimes honour

March of Dimes Canada has awarded five Social Integration Services  students from Galileo Adult Education Centre in Montreal North with a free Smart tablet as part of their Assistive Mobile Technology initiative. On Friday November 16, five students attended the March of Dimes “Opening Doors for Accessibility” seminar, where they celebrated their win with seminar attendees from across the Greater Montreal and surrounding areas. Leonard Baker, CEO and director of the March of Dimes Canada, personally awarded each student with an authentication certificate, which gives the students access to ordering free hardware and software unique to their individual needs, style and taste. 

In order to be considered for the tablet, each student had to complete an application form, which included sharing their story and how the assistive technology will improve their day to day living and make it easier for them to communicate and research. 

Galileo students face various physical and/or development disabilities and challenges. These tablets will enable them to be more independent, and to work, learn and participate fully in their community. March of Dimes Canada believes that everyone, regardless of physical or financial challenges deserves the same opportunities. Its mandate to serve the broader needs of all adults with physical disabilities, regardless of whether the disability was a result of a disability at birth, the polio virus, an accident, or even due to aging. Congratulations to winners Gabriel Rodzen, Caterina Pupo, Alexander Ponte, Nicolas Mariano and Concetta Barbieri. A huge thank you to all participating teachers and the March of Dimes representatives Lisa Slipetz and Mary Lynne Stewart.