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About Max

An upper-body photo of Max Brault sitting in a wheelchair outside in front of bright green foliage while wearing a light blue dress shirt under a navy blue knitted vest, and modern black full-rimmed glasses with red accents. He has blue eyes, has short silver hair and goatee. He looks directly at the camera with a slight and confident smile.

Max Brault is a recognized leader in accessibility and disability advocacy.

With decades of experience in both public service and consulting, he has played a key role in shaping accessibility policies across Canada. His work has contributed to major advancements in inclusion and barrier-free initiatives, earning him recognition for his leadership and impact.

A passionate advocate for systemic change, Max has dedicated his career to breaking down barriers and fostering equity for people with disabilities. He has advised policymakers, guided organizations in creating more inclusive environments, and worked to ensure accessibility is not just a requirement but a fundamental part of society. His latest book, The Race to the Starting Line, reflects his deep commitment to this mission, offering insights into the progress made and the work still ahead in building a truly accessible Canada.

Leadership

  • Leads Nīewe’s Accessibility Consulting Service
  • President/CEO of Accommodation Councillors of Canada Network (Accnet)
  • CEO of The Max Brault SMA Foundation
  • Former Vice President of People and Change at BDO Canada

Achievements

  • Organized and facilitated the Persons with Disabilities Champions and Chairs Committee (PwDCCC)
  • Was instrumental in creating the Accessible Canada Act
  • Developed a consulting line from 0 to $12.5M in sales in under 5 years

Awards

  • Diamond Jubilee Medal
  • The Correction Service Canada Award of Distinction
  • Michelle C. Comeau Human Resources Leadership Award
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Max L. Brault stands out in the field of accessibility consulting through a unique blend of deep personal insights and extensive professional expertise.

At the heart of his approach is a strong emphasis on the lived experiences of individuals with disabilities, which he believes are crucial for developing genuine and effective accessibility solutions.