Ryan Lythall

In a previous column, I talked about some of the challenges that many PWD face regarding dating and relationships. Shortly after I wrote that, I began thinking that I should also add some positivity to the subject, or at the very least, offer some tips on how to meet that special someone(s). Before [...]

October 22nd, 2020, will mark two years since the 2018 Ottawa Municipal Election was held. For those that may not be aware, I was one of the candidates that ran for Mayor. With the anniversary coming up, I figured that I would take the opportunity to talk about my experiences being a person with a disability [...]

As I sit here and write this, it’s Thanksgiving Weekend in Canada. I figured that it would be the perfect time for me to discuss one of the things that I’m very thankful for. This week, I’ll be talking about Personal Support Workers. The short form, and the term that I find is used [...]

Dating, in general, can be difficult. It can be incredibly challenging if you’re a person with a disability. This week, in part two of my two-part series about perceptions and misconceptions regarding people with disabilities (PWD), we’re going to talk about dating, relationships, and some [...]

What’s your first thought when you come across a person using a wheelchair or another mobility device? Do you think of us as just another person, or do you view us as less or more of a person only because we appear and do things differently? In part one of a two-part series, I’ll be taking [...]

Above: I'm asking Ottawans to stay home in order to keep everyone safe. To whom it may concern: Hello, my name is Ryan Lythall, and I’m a person with a physical disability. Being physically disabled, I’m susceptible to getting COVID, more so than most because a large part of my disability [...]

Above: Bank Street businesses that have integrated accessible entrances by creating a slopping incline from the sidewalk to the doorway. When I was younger, most of my weekends consisted of going to bars and nightclubs. Ottawa’s long-time residents may remember such places as Grand Central, Zaphod [...]

For the past few months, we’ve all seen or heard about kids going back to school. Most of the talk has been about parents, teachers, and students regarding Covid-19. Issues such as how to teach your child to wear a mask, physical distance, wash their hands, what day(s) they’ll be attending [...]

Technology plays an integral part in our lives. Everything from smart cars, watches, phones, tablets, computers, and other devices used to make our lives easier, keep us connected and informed. Let’s face it, without technology, and you wouldn’t be reading this right now, at least not online. [...]

In this second part of a two-part series on Para Transpo, I’ll be discussing the fare structure, issues surrounding the use of the Presto card, and other concerns. Plus, I’ll talk about ParaParity, a local advocacy group. Para Transpo Fare Para Transpo users have a few options when it [...]