Terrace bay Accessibility Plan
Statement of organizational commitment
The Corporation of the Township of Terrace Bay is committed to ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. We are committed to treating people with disabilities in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and we are committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner. We will do so by removing and preventing barriers to accessibility and meeting our accessibility requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarian’s with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario’s accessibility laws.
Feedback Process
The Township of Terrace Bay welcomes feedback and input from the public and patrons of our facilities on ways we can improve accessibility and barrier-free access. There are a number of ways to provide comments.
In Writing By:
- Fax
In Person
- At the Town Office
- Verbally In-Person
Or by calling a staff member at the Township office.
Accessible formats and and communication supports for persons with disabilities will be provided or arranged for, upon request.
All feedback and inquiry should be directed to:
Jonathan Hall, CAO/Clerk
Township of Terrace Bay
1 Selkirk Avenue, Terrace Bay, Ontario | P0T 2W0 | Box 40
Phone: 807-825-3315 x 7108
Fax: 807-825-9576
Send Email
Assistive Devices at Township Facilities
Audio and Visual
The Library has visual and audio materials available for use; they have formed a partnership with CNIB. The resources available to users are: large print books and magazines, a computer station with a large screen and DAISY Readers for people with visual and/or physical disabilities.
For more information, please contact the Terrace Bay Public Library at 807-825-3315 x 222.
Mobility
Service animals are welcome at all Township of Terrace Bay facilities, however “pets” are prohibited under By-Law No.94-04.
Power Assist Doors
Automatic door openers are installed at the Selkirk entrance as well as in the washroom facilities of the Terrace Bay Community Centre and Terrace Bay Library and Cultural 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 Falls and Gorge.
Resources
The following resources are available online:
- AccessON for videos, posters and legislation
- Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities
Employment
The Township of Terrace Bay welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Accessibility Working Groups: Staff Directory
- Luke Bedard, Community Development Supervisor
- Michelle Malashewski, Community Development Assistant
- Jon Hall, Chief Administrative Officer Clerk
- Bert Johnson, Councillor
For more information on Terrace Bay’s Accessibilty Policies, please feel free to contact us at:
P.O. Box 40, 1 Selkirk Avenue, Terrace Bay, Ontario P0T 2W0
Phone: 807-825-3315
Fax: 807-825-9576
Email: info@terracebay.ca
Increasing Website Text
The text on the Terrace Bay website can be increased by either:
- Holding down the Ctrl key and moving the scroll wheel to zoom in and out of the page.
- By clicking on “View” in the toolbar at the top of the page and selecting “Zoom,” then adjusting the text size to fit your needs.
Alternatively, the “Increasing Text Size” function can also be used though the above methods are preferred as it may affect the website layout.