In early March, the Rick Hansen Foundation hosting their annual conference online. #APN2021: Accelerating Access brought together thought-leaders, researchers and industry leaders in accessibility and the built environment to share ideas and collaborate on solutions to accelerate the AED industry forward towards improved accessibility. Architect Stanis Smith, a board member of the Rick Hansen Foundation, offered Canadian Architect some thoughts on the basics of accessibility, and how architects can benefit from integrating universal design in their practices.