Our Service
DAISY and MP3 audio recordings of print material for people who have a print-disability. The service is free to individuals and provided by volunteer readers. Agencies are charged a fee and the service is provided by paid staff.
Eligibility
- Print-disabled students at any Ontario Ministry of Education funded educational institution.
- Individuals who have trouble reading due to vision impairment; a learning disability; or a mobility condition.
- Agencies needing audio versions of their print material.
Type of Material
- Students: Textbooks and other assigned reading material.
- Agencies & Individuals: Professional publications; job search & training material; conference materials; government documents & reports; health studies; equipment manuals; novels; cookbooks; travel, entertainment, leisure brochures; etc.
Cost
- English: $145.00 per recorded hour
- French: $155.00 per recorded hour
- Students are covered by a contract with the Ontario Ministry of Education.
- Print-disabled individuals: Free.
Quotes
Priorities
- April 1 - August 14: Summer school recordings for students, publications for agencies, and recordings for individuals.
- August 15 - March 31: Course material for students and publications for agencies.
Languages
Contact
Valerie Veinotte, Coordinator
Derek Simunovic, Assistant Coordinator
Tel: (416) 340-7828
Email: pal.read@bellnet.ca
Hours
- Mon & Tue: 9 am - 7 pm
- Wed - Fri: 9 am - 5 pm
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