Stewart Visitor Centre Accessibility
This business has self-assessed as having the following accessible attributes. Please contact the business directly for further detail if required.
Mobility
Parking
- Designated accessible parking near an accessible entrance that is specifically marked
- Entrance has no steps or if there are one or more steps, there is non-slip ramp with a maximum of 5% slope
- Entry route has a door that is at minimum 815 mm wide
- Key activities are accessible to guests using mobility devices
Vision
Overall Space
- Customer service staff have been trained, and prepared to verbally describe rooms, menus, business amenities and contracts/waivers in detail
- Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
Hearing
Overall Space
- Staff are trained to use alternative communication tools such as Apps or text messaging
Cognitive & Sensory Friendly
Overall Space
- Neutral or muted colours that are calming and subdued
- Surfaces, window coverings, and décor with minimal glare or reflection, as well as minimal use of bold patterns, shapes, or stripes
- Subtle and/or natural lighting, no florescent or harsh lighting, and no dark shadows
- Minimal visual clutter and obstacles
- Nonslip floor surfaces with minimal reflection
- Door handles have colour contrast with the body of the door; doors and frames have colour contrast with adjacent walls; any glass doors are marked to make them clearly visible
- Background noise is minimal, and alarms or auditory cues are on a low frequency
- Fragrance-free areas
- Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
General
Service Dogs
- Business has a dog relief area on site
- Business has high-speed internet service available for video application use
Additional Information
Accessible parking near ramp to entrance. Interior restrooms are accessible without going up/down stairs but door swings inward.
A must stop when visiting the Stewart area. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will provide you with detailed information on all local attractions. Bear viewing, self-guided auto tour to the Salmon Glacier, hiking trails and requirements for crossing the border to visit our Alaskan neighbours. Spend time browsing in our centre that is well-stocked with local, regional and provincial materials.
