Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 Honoree
2018
Principal Accessibility Strategist
Level Playing Field Inc.
Darby Lee Young was born with mild cerebral palsy and a fearless disregard for barriers. She created Level Playing Field (LPF) in November 2015 to mitigate accessibility barriers for others. As the Principal Accessibility Strategist at LPF, Darby works with architects, designers, property owners, facilities managers, and community leaders to ensure spaces are universally accessible. Through her expertise in universal design, experience as an accessibility strategist, and in-depth understanding of building codes and drawings, she has contributed to successfully removing barriers across North America. Darby also shares her passion and bubbly zest for life with her community. She has volunteered with Hockey Canada since 2010 and for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Games, and currently serves as a member of the Premier’s Council on the Status of Persons with Disabilities. A former para-alpine ski racer, Darby now courses at full speed towards creating strong, welcoming communities that are inclusive for everyone.
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