The Ramp Project Facts
- Physical barriers in our built environment prevent people from enjoying some of the amazing buildings and businesses that our city has to offer.
- The upcoming Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Built Environment Standard will make it law for businesses to be barrier free in the near future.
- Whether you are a parent pushing a stroller or a wheelchair user, ramps simply make life easier.
- A ramped storefront is smart for business, it allows access for everyone regardless of their ability.
The Ramp Project Tasks
- The StopGap initiative with help from The Home Depot will build a lightweight nonpermanent ramp to suit the businesses stepped storefront - for free!
- Businesses will put their brightly coloured, trusty ramp out in the morning to welcome customers and take it in at night all while helping raise awareness about physical barriers in our built environment and enjoying the many benefits of a simple ramp.
Here we go!