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'I don't feel safe': Blind B.C. coach advocates for accessibility

  • Sheldon Guy, a basketball coach from Langley, lost his vision in 2021 but continues to coach and advocate for accessibility.
  • Guy shares experiences of being attacked and disrespected while navigating public spaces as a blind person, including being beaten in New Westminster.
  • He has worked with companies like Air Canada and BC Hydro to improve services for sight-impaired individuals through advocacy efforts.
  • Guy emphasizes the importance of awareness and education, stating that many blind people avoid going out due to safety fears.
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'I don't feel safe': Blind B.C. coach advocates for accessibility

Sheldon Guy encourages people to be aware, and be kind

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Penticton Western News broke the news in on Thursday, July 24, 2025.
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