 A significant contribution to the healthy lifestyles of all people is access to parks, trails and play spaces.
Federal Parks draw visitors from all parts of the world, provincial parks meet the demands of both overnight users and day users, regional parks provide a mix of opportunities, and municipal trails are the heart of the parks system.
Today, however, very little information is available about accessibility and inclusion for parks, trails or play spaces. To address this, we have created a toolkit, with help from parks, disability organizations, planners and end users, that aids in consistently assessing and communicating the great experiences available in parks. As more parks adopt this approach, a trusted brand unfolds and attendance increases.
We work with parks agencies to assess their assets and identify viable solutions. In our analysis of Stanley Park, for instance, opportunities for simple, low-cost upgrades were recommended that fit into the municipal parks budget.
Did You Know?
 Great programs like KananAccess in Alberta are perfect examples of how parks can plan for inclusion
Most parks offer excellent experiences for people with a wide range of disabilities, they just don`t communicate this well
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