The teenager had severely dislocated his kneecap during football practice at Cardinal Ambrozic Catholic Secondary School in Brampton and was on crutches.
Next day, same school bus, same driver. No ally around this time. “You’re not allowed on the bus with crutches.” But why not, countered Brandon, when he’d been permitted the day before? The driver relayed instructions she’d been given by her office: “Kids with crutches are not allowed on the bus because they can be used as a weapon.” She then called her dispatcher and that information was confirmed.
Brandon’s mother, Erica, called the school and left a detailed message. No response. Richard called the school the following day. No response. It was only after Brandon’s football coach stepped in, contacted by Richard, that things started to move. The vice-principal called and they devised a temporary plan — Brandon was offered a taxi to and from school every day, while the matter was under discussion with the school bus company. This went on for more than three weeks.
“Whatever the driver said, crutches would be considered a projectile. Just like you can’t bring hockey sticks or baseball equipment onto the bus, in the event of an accident,” said Wierenga.
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