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Subtitles, captions, DV, ASL, and web audits. 30 years as your trusted source for real-time, post-production, and digital accessibility. 🇨🇦 www.scribewire.ca
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ScribeWire @scribewire.ca · Sep 30
Today is a time to reflect, listen, and act. ScribeWire acknowledges the truth of our country's history, and we not only acknowledge but promise to honour the Anishinaabe and Haudenosaunee territory where we are located. #TruthAndReconciliationDay
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ScribeWire @scribewire.ca · Sep 12
As #TIFF50 enters its final weekend, we’re thinking back on the panels, interviews, and moments we captioned live. One moment—when Ryan Reynolds turned his attention to our captioner—became an unexpected case study in human vs AI captioning. #AccessibilityMatters scribewire.ca/blog/why-liv...
Why Live Captioning Still Needs Humans: A TIFF Story | ScribeWire
At TIFF, Ryan Reynolds tested our captioner live on stage, and proved why human-in-the-loop captioning still matters for accessibility and inclusion.
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ScribeWire @scribewire.ca · Sep 4
Congratulations @tiffnet.bsky.social on 50 years showcasing the best in cinema! 🎬 #TIFF has been a powerful champion for accessibility—expanding inclusive services so that everyone can share in the experience. We’re honoured to support that vision! 🔗 Learn more: tiff.net/accessibilit... #TIFF50
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ScribeWire @scribewire.ca · Jun 21
Today we honour the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples across Turtle Island. As a proud certified Indigenous business, we’re committed to making media accessible—because every word, in every language, matters. #NIPD2025
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ScribeWire @scribewire.ca · May 31
Today is the day! ScribeWire is proud to be making #AccessFest even more accessible with live captions and live audio description. Come on down, and be sure to visit accessnow.com/fest/ for more! #AF2025 #AccessibleCanada #NAAW2025
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ScribeWire @scribewire.ca · May 30
#AccessFest by AccessNow is taking place tomorrow—and we’re proud to be providing live captioning & live audio description across both main and side stages—making it even more accessible. This festival is a reminder of what’s possible when accessibility comes first. 👉 accessnow.com/fest/ #AF2025
AccessFest - by AccessNow
AccessFest is Toronto’s bold new festival celebrating accessibility, community, and culture. Join us at David Pecaut Square on May 31.
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ScribeWire @scribewire.ca · May 25
Breaking barriers together takes all of us—individuals and institutions—to create real, lasting change.
#NAAW2025 celebrates those who speak up for accessibility, while recognizing that there's more to do. Let's build a barrier-free Canada! #AccessibleCanada
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ScribeWire @scribewire.ca · May 15
🌎 🗣 Global Accessibility Awareness Day is a good time to ask: when rushing to publish, post, or produce, who's being left out?

If you're not sure, we can tell you: scribewire.ca/services/acc...

#GAAD #Accessibility #AccessibilityMatters #GlobalAccessibilityAwarenessDay
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ScribeWire @scribewire.ca · May 13
2 days until #GAAD and Apple is showing leadership in #InclusiveTech. We're encouraged by new features, but some tools still feel like an afterthought. Accessibility isn’t a widget—it’s a commitment. Lasting change takes momentum & pressure. Speak up for accessibility. www.apple.com/eg/newsroom/...
Apple unveils powerful accessibility features coming later this year
Apple today announced new accessibility features coming later this year, including Accessibility Nutrition Labels.
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ScribeWire @scribewire.ca · Dec 19
🎉 ScribeWire’s #HumanInTheLoop approach to AI was referenced on @forbes.com! The Forbes Technology Council article by tech researcher @brianjackson.ca dives into why blending AI with human judgment is a must.

🔗 Check it out here: www.forbes.com/councils/for...

#AI #AccessibilityMatters
Council Post: Hype For Agentic AI Will Test The Limits Of Human Judgment
Organizations will run into trouble if they fail to draw the line between which decisions AI should make and which decisions humans should make.
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ScribeWire @scribewire.ca · Dec 17
We embrace AI’s potential to revolutionize accessibility, but we never lose sight of the human touch. Our human-in-the-loop philosophy ensures that human expertise is what guarantees accuracy and nuance.

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#Accessibility #AI #AccessibilityMatters #CanadaSky
Keeping the Human in the Loop: ScribeWire’s Philosophy on AI and Accessibility | ScribeWire
Explore ScribeWire's philosophy: blending AI transcription with human expertise to ensure accurate, inclusive, and empathetic accessibility services.
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ScribeWire @scribewire.ca · Nov 27
The fact that this is a feature shows where @bsky.app's priorities are. Excellent advice! #a11y
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Turn on the "Require alt-text" accessibility setting so you don't forget!!!!
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ScribeWire @scribewire.ca · Nov 26
We love that everyone on @bsky.app advocates for alt text on images and gifs! Keep up the amazing work! #AltText #CanadaSky
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ScribeWire @scribewire.ca · Nov 26
Just getting moved in to @bsky.app. Looking forward to getting to know everyone! #GreenerPastures #BluerSkies #Pivot
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ScribeWire @scribewire.ca · Nov 16
With 30 years of broadcast #tv #captioning, #DV, #transcription, and #ASL experience, we are now bringing our gold standard services to the web. Our mission is to make all media #accessible, on air or online.
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