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ACCESSIBILITY
The purpose of the Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2001 (ODA) is to improve opportunities for people with disabilties and to provide for their involvement in the identification, removal, and prevention of barriers to their full participation in life in the province. The ODA mandated that each municipality prepare an annual accessibility, and the Township of Terrace Bay's plan is available for download.
The following documents are available for download:
- 2010 Accessibility Plan (pdf) (doc)
- Accessible Customer Service Policy (pdf) (doc)
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Accessible Customer Service Brochure ( pdf) ( doc)
Assistive Devices at Township Facilities
Audio
The Library has visual and audio materials available for use. They have formed a partnership with CNIB. The available resources to users are large print books and magazines, a handicap computer station with large screen, and DAISY Readers for persons with visual and physical disabilities. For more information please contact the Terrace Bay Public Library at 807-825-3315 ext. 222.
Mobility
Service Animals are welcome at all Township of Terrace Bay facilities. However, pets are prohibited unber By-Law No.94-04.
Power Assist Doors
Power assist door openers are installed at the Selkirk entrance and in the washroom facilities of the Terrace Bay Community Centre.
Support Persons
The Township of Terrace Bay has a "One Person One Fare Policy", this policy states that any person attending a municipal recreation facility, program or event and who is accompanied by a support person, shall be charged only one fare for admission.
Viewing Platform
A wheelchair accessible viewing platform is in place at the Aguasabon Gorge and Falls.
Resources
The following resources are available online.
AccessON - for videos, posters and legislation
Feedback
The Township of Terrace Bay welcomes any comments on the provision of goods or services to people with disabilities.
Accessibility Working Group:
Please feel free to contact any group member at:
1 Selkirk Avenue
P.O. Box 40
Terrace Bay, ON P0T 2W0
Phone: 807-825-3315
Fax: 807-825-9576
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