The District of Sparwood has partnered with the District of Elkford and City of Fernie to establish the Elk Valley Accessibility Committee (EVAC). The EVAC is a citizen-led committee that will assist our communities in developing accessibility plans and in identifying and removing physical and social barriers to interacting with our local governments. You can review the EVAC Terms of Reference here.
The Accessibility British Columbia Act came into effect in June 2021. The Act requires municipalities and other organizations to identify how the organization will identify, remove, and prevent barriers to those in your organization and those who interact with it. The Act requires municipalities to:
- Have an Accessibility Plan;
- Have an Accessibility Committee to advise on how to remove existing barriers and prevent future barriers; and,
- Have a feedback tool to receive feedback on their Accessibility Plan and how accessible the organization is generally.
The Accessibility Committee has launched a survey to gain feedback on accessibility in Elkford, Sparwood and Fernie. Access the survey by scanning the QR code below. Paper copies can also be picked up at the District of Sparwood Leisure Centre, located at 367 Pine Avenue or the Municipal Office located at 136 Spruce Avenue.
ACCESSIBILITY SURVEY
Post Date: August 16, 2024 | Category: News & Updates