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Max Brault SMA Foundation

The Race to the Starting Line (Audiobook)

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Few laws since the Charter of Rights and Freedoms have had as much impact as the Accessible Canada Act. Passed in 2019, it aims to create a barrier-free Canada by 2040, addressing employment, infrastructure, communication, and more.

Despite its significance, many remain unaware of its impact and origins. In The Race to the Starting Line, Max Brault unpacks the Act’s key elements, introduces the federal offices enforcing it, and shares powerful stories of resilience. Featuring insights from top accessibility leaders, the book is both a roadmap and a call to action to remove barriers across Canada.

Product details

  • Publisher: ‎Initiate Marketing (May 18, 2025)
  • Language: English (Canadian)
  • Narrator: Glen Hayes
  • Genre: Current Events (News & Politics)
  • ISBN: 978-0-9739330-2-4
  • Duration: 6h 37m
  • File size: 17 files, 601.7MB total size
  • File format: MP3/ZIP
I wholeheartedly recommend The Race to the Starting Line by Max Brault to anyone seeking to understand the Accessible Canada Act and be inspired to make a difference. This book is an invaluable resource for educators and learners alike.

As a lifelong union advocate, I appreciate how Brault presents complex topics in an engaging and accessible way. He clearly explains the history of accessibility in Canada, where we stand today, and the steps needed to move forward—all in everyday language. This makes it an excellent choice for classrooms and workshops.

The Race to the Starting Line is more than a book; it’s a call to action. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to enhance their teaching toolkit or deepen their understanding of why accessibility matters. Brault empowers readers to recognize their role in building a more inclusive society, making this book a vital addition to the conversation on accessibility and advocacy.

— Valeria Trudeau, Past President CUPE 1182 / Sudbury & District CUPE Council

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Share your commitment. Inspire change.

Share what you're doing—or planning to do—to challenge barriers in your community. Your actions can inspire others and contribute to a more inclusive Canada.

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Doug Knight

As a person living with a disability. This book offered a refreshing and encouraging perspective at seeking opportunities that I might be uniquely qualified for. This project highlights some serious pain points for individuals working on breaking away from a system that sets a financial ceiling for disabled individuals and offers a level of hope for the reform that has been put into motionby visionaries like Max!