Accessibility of City Facilities

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We are committed to improving accessibility of City facilities for everyone. We have developed a system to rank the level of accessibility of our indoor facilities.

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Attractions Accessibility Ratings

Rating: Very Good

Very Good: majority of facility is accessible.
For example, entrance, washrooms, and a portion of recreation area are accessible, however, there are some accessibility barriers.

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City Arts Centre

Most of the City Arts Centre is accessible.

Accessible parking
Power doors
Accessible washrooms
Elevator/lift

Commonwealth Stadium

Common- wealth Stadium Accessibility

Information on accessible seating, wheelchair access, accessible washrooms and wheelchair ramp locations.

Muttart Conservatory

The Muttart Conservatory is committed to providing the best, easiest access possible to all its exhibits.

Accessible parking
Power doors at entranceway and into pavilions
Accessible washrooms
Ramp access to the greenhouse
Accessible surfacing
Ramps to pavilions are steep - some assistance may be required
One pyramid has several steps and is only partially accessible

Prince of Wales Armouries / City of Edmonton Archives

Most of Prince of Wales Armouries and City of Edmonton Archives is accessible.

Accessible parking
Ramp at front entrance
Elevators
Accessible washrooms in main area

Edmonton Valley Zoo

The Edmonton Valley Zoo is committed to ensuring everyone has the opportunity to enjoy all the zoo has to offer.

A great deal of the zoo grounds is wheelchair accessible and walkways inside the zoo are a combination of paved and gravel surfaces. The grounds surrounding the entrance to the zoo include some steeper-than-normal inclines.

Wheelchair accessible areas include:

Parking area
Main entrance
Walkways around the zoo
Public washrooms in the Saito Centre, Urban Farm, and Entry Plaza buildings
Power door access into the Saito Centre and administration building

Rentals are available for the following:

Wheelchair $0.00
Single Stroller $7.00
Double Stroller $10.00
Power Scooter* $12.00

All items require a signed waiver at the time of the rental.
* Scooter rentals are available from May long weekend through Thanksgiving

Rating: Good

Good: partial accessibility.
For example, entrance and a portion of the recreation area accessible, however, washrooms are not accessible. An alternate facility may be necessary.

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John Janzen Nature Centre

The John Janzen Nature Centre is committed to enabling the best possible access to its exhibits.

The Birch Tree and River Loop Trails have sections which may be challenging for those with limited mobility.

Accessible parking

Accessible nature exhibits

Accessible washrooms

The Tegler Discovery Zone and beehive are fully accessible

See also: Sensory Accessibility at the John Janzen Nature Centre

John Walter Museum

John Walter Museum is partially accessible.

First House (built in 1875) and Second House (built in 1886) have slight ramps into the buildings, but they may not be able to accommodate all types of wheelchairs.

Paved walkways and wooden boardwalks connect the houses and the public parking lot
Third House (built in 1901) is accessible by ramp
Accessible entrance to the visitor orientation building
Accessible washrooms in the visitor orientation building

Arenas Accessibility Ratings

Note: Kinsmen and Tipton arenas are currently unrated.

Rating: Excellent

Excellent: fully accessible.
Features and amenities meet and exceed the Alberta Building Code and take into consideration Universal Design principles. Main elements such as the washrooms, entrances, parking, and amenities are barrier free.

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Castle Downs Arena

Castle Downs Arena is a fully accessible facility.

Power doors at the front entrance
Accessible stalls in public washrooms
2 self-contained accessible washrooms off the hallway leading to rink B
Accessible viewing area
Accessible change rooms

Clareview Arena

Clareview Arena is a fully accessible facility.

Power doors - front entrance
Accessible viewing areas
Accessible washrooms
Accessible change rooms are #11 and #12

Downtown Community Arena

Accessible changeroom
Accessible public washroom on both levels
Accessible viewing area

Terwillegar Arena

Terwillegar Arena is a fully accessible facility

Accessible parking
Ramp and power doors at entrance
Accessible change room
Accessible public washroom
Accessible viewing area
Elevator

The Meadows Arena

The Meadows Arena is a fully accessible facility.

Accessible parking
Ramp and power doors at entrance
Accessible change room
Accessible public washroom
Accessible viewing area
Elevator
The west rink is accessible and designed for sledge hockey

Rating: Very Good to Excellent

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Callingwood Arena

Callingwood Arena is a fully accessible facility.

Accessible parking
Ramp and power doors at entrance
Change rooms 9-14 are accessible
Accessible public washroom
Accessible viewing area
Elevator with Braille
Accessible water fountain

Londonderry Arena

Londonderry Arena is fully accessible:

Accessible parking
Power doors at main entrance
Accessible washrooms and change rooms
Arena is attached to the pool and shares the lobby space
Family/disabled change room with private change areas, showers and washrooms
Elevator to second floor fitness facility, boardroom and offices
Accessible concession and front counter

Rating: Very Good

Very Good: majority of facility is accessible.
For example, entrance, washrooms, and a portion of recreation area are accessible, however, there are some accessibility barriers.

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Bill Hunter

The majority of Bill Hunter Arena is accessible.

Accessible parking
Ramp and power doors at entrance
Accessible public washrooms on ground level
Accessible viewing area
Accessible emergency exit

Note: No access to ice or change rooms. Multi-level building.

Confederation Arena

Confederation Arena is almost fully accessible.

Accessible parking
Accessible washrooms
Accessible change rooms and showers
Elevator to access 2nd floor viewing area

Donnan Arena

Donnan Arena is almost a fully accessible facility.

Accessible parking
Accessible entrance (power door)
Accessible washrooms
Accessible change rooms (no washrooms or showers in change rooms)
Accessible viewing area
Access to rink

Grand Trunk Arena

Grand Trunk Arena is fully accessible.

Accessible parking and ramp at entranceway
Power door at entranceway
Self-contained accessible washroom next to the public washrooms
Designated integrated seating

Kenilworth Arena

The majority of Kenilworth Arena is accessible.

Accessible parking
Accessible washrooms
Accessible change rooms (only 4 & 5 have accessible washrooms, none have accessible showers)
Accessible viewing area

Mill Woods Arena

Mill Woods Arena is almost fully accessible.

Main entrance has ramp
2 self-contained accessible washrooms on the second level in the main hallway
Accessible viewing area

Rating: Good to Very Good

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Crestwood Arena

Crestwood Arena is almost fully accessible.

Accessible parking
Accessible entranceway (small lip)
Accessible washrooms
Accessible viewing area

Note: No access to rink

Glengarry Arena

Glengarry Arena is almost fully accessible.

Accessible parking (long ways from main entrance)
Accessible entrance way (small lip)
Accessible washrooms
Accessible change rooms (do not have accessible washrooms or showers)
Accessible viewing area

Note: No accessible showers, no access to ice or players' boxes

Michael Cameron Arena

Michael Cameron Arena is almost fully accessible.

Facility is on one level
Accessible viewing area
Accessible washrooms

Tipton Arena

Tipton arena is almost fully accessible.

Accessible parking
Accessible entrance
Accessible washrooms
Accessible viewing area

Note: No accessible change rooms

Westwood Arena

Westwood Arena is partially accessible.

The facility is all on one level
Accessible washrooms
Accessible viewing area

Note: Long distance to entrance from the parking lot.

Rating: Good

Good: partial accessibility.
For example, entrance and a portion of the recreation area accessible, however, washrooms are not accessible. An alternate facility may be necessary.

Wîhkwêntôwin (Oliver) Arena

Wîhkwêntôwin (Oliver) Arena is partially accessible.

Accessible parking
Accessible entrance with ramp
Accessible viewing area

Rating: Limited

Limited: poor accessibility.
Accessibility barriers may exist at entrance, washrooms, and recreation area. Alternate facility is recommended if barrier free access is required.

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Coronation Arena

Coronation Arena has fairly poor accessibility.

Accessible parking
Limited access to change room

Note: No accessible washrooms and staff must provide access to the rink viewing area from the south end of the rink via the emergency exit door.

George S. Hughes South Side Arena

George S. Hughes South Side Arena has fairly poor accessibility.

No accessible public washroom and staff must provide access to the rink viewing area from the east end of the rink via the emergency exit door

Note: No access to rink

Russ Barnes Arena

Russ Barnes Arena has poor to partial accessibility.

Accessible entrance
Accessible viewing area
One self-contained accessible washroom, also used as a gender neutral change room

Note: Rink and main public washrooms are not accessible.

Recreation Centres Accessibility Ratings

Rating: Excellent

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ACT

ACT Aquatic and Recreation Centre is a fully accessible facility.

Parking

20 accessible parking stalls
Safe drop off and pick up
Curb cut

Entrance

Wheelchair ramp to door
No stairs to door
Main entrance is the most accessible door

Facility

Wheelchair accessible washrooms
Unisex washrooms
Access phone
Lowered service counter
Accessible change rooms
Accessible spectator viewing

Change Rooms

Accessible washroom stalls
Shower bench
Mechanical transfer lift

Pool Access

Railings
Ramp into pool
Pool lift in whirlpool
- Weight limit: 181kg (400lbs)

Pool Deck

Lift access to hot tub
Commode or wheelchair for water
Gurney for water

Bonnie Doon

Bonnie Doon Leisure Centre is fully accessible.

Parking

2 accessible parking stalls
Safe drop off and pick up
Curb cut

Entrance

No stairs to door
Main entrance is the most accessible door

Facility

Wheelchair accessible washrooms
Unisex washrooms
Access phone
Accessible change rooms
Accessible spectator viewing
Access to steam room
Access to sauna

Change Rooms

Men's, women's and inclusive change rooms
Accessible washroom stalls
Shower bench
Mechanical transfer lift

Pool Access

Pool lift in main pool (Pool Pod)
- Weight limit: 250kg (551lbs)

Pool Deck

Portable stairs
Lift access to hot tub
Commode or wheelchair for water

Booster Juice Recreation Centre in Terwillegar

Booster Juice Recreation Centre in Terwillegar is a fully accessible facility.

Parking

22 accessible parking stalls
Safe drop off and pick up
Curb cuts

Entrances

No stairs to doors
Automatic doors

Facility

Barrier free washrooms
Men's, women's and inclusive change rooms
Accessible guest phone
Elevators (3)
Accessible change rooms
Accessible spectator viewing in arena, aquatic centre, and gymnasiums
Access to steamroom
Access to 2 exercise studios
Accessible fitness centre equipment

Change Rooms

Men's, women's and inclusive change rooms
Private accessible change room with lift
Accessible washroom stalls
Shower benches

Pool Access

Ramp into leisure, wave, and tot pools
Pool lift (Portable PAL)
- Weight limit: 136kg (300lbs)

Pool Deck

Commode or wheelchair for water
Main pool and hot tub personal assist lift

Central Lions

Central Lions Recreation Centre is fully accessible.

Accessible parking
Power doors at main entrance
Lowered front counter
Accessible and hands-free washrooms
Two family washrooms

We are senior friendly!

Both Central and Northgate Lions Senior Citizens' Recreation Centres have received Senior Friendly accreditation from the Access for Seniors Project Committee.

Our personnel are friendly and cooperative.
We offer a wide range of programs and activities suitable for seniors.
Our signage is easy to read.
Our facilities are safe and accessible.

Clareview

Clareview Community Recreation Centre is a fully accessible facility.

Parking

27 accessible parking stalls
Safe drop off and pick up
Curb cuts

Entrance

No stairs to Entrance 1, 2 and 3

Facility

Changeroom and gymnasium doors are equipped with touchless openers
Barrier free washrooms
Inclusive washrooms
Elevators (1)
1 ramp, 1 sloped floor
Accessible change rooms
Accessible spectator viewing in arena, aquatic centre, and gymnasiums
Access to steamroom
Access to exercise studios, meeting and multipurpose rooms
Accessible fitness centre equipment

Change Rooms

Changeroom doors have touchless openers
Accessible washroom stalls
Shower benches
Mechanical transfer lift
2 private change rooms with doors

Pool Access

Ramp into leisure, wave, and tot pools
Railings on leisure and whirlpools
Aquatic elevators for main and whirlpools
Salt water pool
Pool lift in main pool and hot tub (Pool Pod)

Pool Deck

Commode and wheelchair for water
Salt water pool
Main Pool temperature = 29.5 C
Leisure Pool Temperature = 31 C
Tot Pool Temperature = 35 C
Whirlpool Temperature = 40 C

Outdoor Playground

15,000 square foot fully accessible Jumpstart outdoor playground

Commonwealth

Commonwealth Community Recreation Centre is fully accessible.

Parking

Designated accessible parking spaces located closest to the main entries
Barrier free path of travel from parking area to building entrances
Accessible parking signage posted

Entrance

Entrance doors are equipped with touchless openers
No slip entry ways

Facility

Elevators and lifts to assist with accessing the various levels in the facility
Elevators are clearly identified on the signage at the entrances of the facility
Colour and texture contrast on all stair nosing
Colour contrast between floors and walls, doors and frames, cabinetry, railings and countertops
Contrasting pattern has been applied to all interior glazing to create visual transition
Benches both interior and exterior have rails or design solutions to facilitate easier transfers
Colour contrasting interior way-finding signage with Braille, with symbol form for those with visual processing difficulties or who are unable to read. Signage also has raised tactile lettering
Railings have been provided throughout the facility on ramps and stairs
Drinking fountains at accessible heights
One accessible section of the information desk to serve the public
Shelving, coat hooks and light switches installed at accessible heights
Spaces for persons using wheelchairs for scooters to sit/park in all public viewing areas
Alarm signals have an audible and visual signal

Change Rooms

2 dedicated barrier free change rooms in the accessible pool change room, one with floor mounted swing lift and table
Barrier free change rooms, dressing rooms, and washrooms equipped with doors that swing outward, inside door handle to pull door shut, and hooks at accessible heights
Barrier free showers are equipped with benches and shower heads at accessible heights
Dispensers and hand dryers have been located to maximize ease of use

Pool Access

Ramp entries into the main pool, whirlpool and fitness pool
Contrasting colour strips on the ramps into the main pool and whirlpool to indicate beginning and end of the ramp

Confederation

Confederation Leisure Centre is a fully accessible facility.

Parking

4 accessible parking stalls
Safe drop off and pick up
Curb cut

Entrance

Wheelchair ramp to door
No stairs to door
Main entrance is the most accessible door

Facility

Wheelchair accessible washrooms
Unisex washrooms
Access phone
Elevator
Lowered service counter
Accessible change rooms
Accessible spectator viewing
Access to steam room

Change Rooms

Men's, women's and inclusive change rooms
Accessible washroom stalls
Shower bench

Pool Access

Pool lift in main pool and dive pool (Pool Pod)
- Weight limit: 250kg (551lbs)

Pool Deck

Portable stairs

Kinsmen

Kinsmen Sports Centre is a fully accessible facility.

Parking

6 accessible parking stalls
Safe drop off and pick up
Curb cut

Entrance

Wheelchair ramp to door
25 stairs to door
Entrance doors have touchless openers

Facility

Wheelchair accessible washroom
Hearing loop installed at front desk (switch hearing aid to T-coil)
Access phone
Elevator
Accessible change room
Accessible spectator viewing
Access to sauna
Access to fitness centre

Change Rooms

Inclusive change room stall
Accessible washroom stalls
Shower bench

Pool Access

Pool lift (Portable PAL)
- Weight limit: 136kg (300lbs)

Pool Deck

Portable stairs

Londonderry

Londonderry Fitness and Leisure Centre is fully accessible.

Parking

3 accessible parking stalls
Safe drop off and pick up
Curb cut

Entrance

No stairs to door
Main entrance is the most accessible door

Facility

Wheelchair accessible washrooms
Unisex washrooms
Access phone
Elevator
Lowered service counter
Accessible change rooms
Accessible spectator viewing
Access to steam room
Access to sauna
Access to fitness centre

Change Rooms

Men's, women's and inclusive change rooms
Accessible washroom stalls
Shower bench

Pool Access

Railings
Ramp into pool

Pool Deck

Commode or wheelchair for water
Gurney for water

Mill Woods

Mill Woods Recreation Centre is a fully accessible facility.

Parking

4 accessible parking stalls
Safe drop off and pick up
Curb cut

Entrance

Wheelchair ramp to door
No stairs to door
Main entrance is the most accessible door

Facility

Wheelchair accessible washrooms
Unisex washrooms
Access phone
Elevator
Accessible change rooms
Accessible spectator viewing
Access to sauna
Access to fitness centre

Change Rooms

Men's, women's and inclusive change rooms
Accessible washroom stalls
Shower bench

Pool Access

Ramp into pool
Pool lift in dive tank (Portable PAL)

Pool Deck

Commode or wheelchair for water

Northgate Lions

Northgate Lions is fully accessible.

Accessible parking
Power doors at the main entrance
Lowered front counter
Accessible washrooms
Elevator

We are senior-friendly!

Both Central and Northgate Lions Senior Citizens' Recreation Centres have received Senior-Friendly accreditation from the Access for Seniors Project Committee.

Our personnel are friendly and cooperative.
We offer a wide range of programs and activities suitable for seniors.
Our signage is easy to read.
Our facilities are safe and accessible.

O'Leary

O'Leary is fully accessible.

Parking

2 accessible parking stalls
Safe drop off and pick up
Curb cut

Entrance

Wheelchair ramp to door
No stairs to door
Main entrance is the most accessible door

Facility

Wheelchair accessible washrooms
Access phone
Accessible change rooms
Accessible spectator viewing
Access to steam room
Access to fitness centre

Change Rooms

Men's, women's and inclusive change rooms
Accessible washroom stalls
Shower bench

Pool Access

Pool lift in dive tank (Portable PAL)
- Weight limit: 136kg (300lbs)

Pool Deck

Portable stairs
Commode or wheelchair for water

St. Francis Xavier

St. Francis Xavier is a fully accessible facility.

Parking

Designated accessible parking spaces close to the main entrance
Barrier-free path of travel from parking area to building entrance
Accessible parking signs

Entrance

At-grade access
Main entrance equipped with sliding doors and a wave sensor to automatically open swing doors

Facility

Elevator to assist with accessing the various levels in the facility
Colour and texture contrast on all stair nosing
Colour contrast between floors and walls, doors and frames, cabinetry, railings and countertops
Colour contrasting interior way-finding signage with Braille, with symbol form for those with visual processing difficulties or who are unable to read. Signage also has raised tactile lettering
Railings have been provided throughout the facility on stairs
Drinking fountains at accessible heights
One accessible section of the information desk
Shelving, coat hooks and light switches installed at accessible heights
Spaces for persons using wheelchairs for scooters to sit/park in all public viewing areas
Alarm signals have an audible and visual signal

Washrooms and Change Rooms

Barrier-free change room and washroom equipped with doors that swing outward, inside door handle to pull shut, and hooks at accessible heights
Barrier-free shower is equipped with benches and shower heads at accessible heights
Dispensers and hand dryers have been located to maximize ease of use

The Meadows

The Meadows is a fully accessible facility.

Parking

Accessible parking at multiple entrances
Safe drop off and pick up
Curb cuts

Entrance

No stairs and multiple entrances
Automatic doors at entry

Facility

3 elevators to access both levels
Lowered service counter
The West rink is designed to accommodate sledge hockey
Accessible equipment in the fitness centre include an arm ergometer, a recumbent stepper/ elliptical, free weights and cable machines
Large 235 metre indoor track

Change Rooms

Accessible change rooms, showers, benches, washrooms and a large family change room with access to commode chairs

Pool Access

Ramp access into the leisure pool and whirlpool
Pool lift in main pool (Portable PAL)
- Weight limit: 181kg (400lbs)

Pool Deck

Water chairs available for entry
The main pool has multiple access points with a moveable floor to zero depth, portable stairs and lift access

Rating: Very Good

Very Good: majority of facility is accessible.
For example, entrance, washrooms, and a portion of recreation area are accessible, however, there are some accessibility barriers.

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Dr. Anne Anderson

The majority of Dr. Anne Anderson School and Community Centre is accessible.

Parking

Designated accessible parking spaces located closest to the main entrance
Barrier free path of travel from parking area to building entrance
Accessible parking signage posted

Entrance

Entrance doors are equipped with push plate to automatically open doors
No slip entry ways

Facility

Elevator to assist with accessing the various levels in the facility
Elevator is clearly identified on the signage at the entrances of the facility
Colour and texture contrast on all stair nosing
Colour contrast between floors and walls, doors and frames, cabinetry, railings and countertops
Contrasting pattern has been applied to all interior glazing to create visual transition
Colour contrasting interior way-finding signage with Braille, with symbol form for those with visual processing difficulties or who are unable to read. Signage also has raised tactile lettering
Railings have been provided throughout the facility on stairs
Drinking fountains at accessible heights
One accessible section of the information desk to serve the public
Shelving, coat hooks and light switches installed at accessible heights
Spaces for persons using wheelchairs for scooters to sit/park in all public viewing areas
Alarm signals have an audible and visual signal

Washrooms and Change Rooms

Barrier free change room and washroom equipped with doors that swing outward, inside door handle to pull door shut, and hooks at accessible heights
Barrier free shower is equipped with benches and shower heads at accessible heights
Dispensers and hand dryers have been located to maximize ease of use

Eastglen

The majority of Eastglen Leisure Centre is accessible.

Parking

4 accessible parking stalls
Safe drop off and pick up
Curb cut

Entrance

Wheelchair ramp to door
6 stairs to door
Main entrance is the most accessible door

Facility

Wheelchair accessible washrooms
Unisex washrooms
Access phone
Accessible change rooms
Accessible spectator viewing
Access to steam room

Change Rooms

Men's, women's and inclusive change rooms
Accessible washroom stalls
Shower bench

Pool Access

Portable stairs
Pool lift in main pool (Portable PAL)
- Weight limit: 136kg (300lbs)
Water wheelchair (can be used for the steam room)

Grand Trunk

The majority of Grand Trunk Fitness and Leisure Centre is accessible.

Parking

4 accessible parking stalls
Safe drop off and pick up
Curb cut

Entrance

No stairs to door
Side entrance is the most accessible door

Facility

Wheelchair accessible washrooms
Unisex washrooms
Access phone
Accessible change rooms
Accessible spectator viewing
Access to steam room
Access to fitness centre

Change Rooms

Men's, women's and inclusive change rooms
Accessible washroom stalls
Shower bench

Pool Access

Railings
Pool lift in main pool (Permanent PAL)
- Weight limit: 181kg (400lbs)

Pool Deck

Portable stairs
Commode or wheelchair for water

Hardisty

The majority of Hardisty Fitness and Leisure Centre is accessible.

Parking

2 accessible parking stalls
Safe drop off and pick up
Curb cut

Entrance

Wheelchair ramp to door
No stairs to door
Main entrance is the most accessible door

Facility

Wheelchair accessible washrooms
Unisex washrooms
Access phone
Accessible change rooms
Accessible spectator viewing
Access to steam room
Access to fitness centre

Change Rooms

Men's, women's and inclusive change rooms
Accessible washroom stalls
Shower bench

Pool Access

Portable stairs
Commode or wheelchair for water
Pool lift in main pool (Portable PAL)
- Weight limit: 181kg (400lbs)

Jasper Place

The majority of Jasper Place Leisure Centre is accessible.

Parking

4 accessible parking stalls
Safe drop off and pick up
Curb cut

Entrance

Wheelchair ramp to door
Main entrance is the most accessible door

Facility

Accessible counter service
Accessible washroom and change room
Unisex washroom and change room
Accessible spectator viewing
Accessible spectator viewing

Change Rooms

Men's, women's and inclusive change rooms
Barrier-free change room in the inclusive change room with swing lift and adjustable table
Shower bench

Pool Access

Pool lift in main pool (Portable PAL)
- Weight limit: 136kg (350lbs)

Pool Deck

Portable stairs

Peter Hemingway

The majority of Peter Hemingway is accessible.

Parking

4 accessible parking stalls
Safe drop off and pick up
Curb cut

Entrance

No stairs to door
Main entrance is the most accessible door

Facility

Wheelchair accessible washrooms
Access phone
Lowered service counter
Accessible change rooms
Accessible spectator viewing
Access to steam room
Access to sauna
No access to weight room

Change Rooms

Accessible washroom stalls
Shower bench

Pool Access

Pool lift

Pool Deck

Portable stairs

Outdoor Pools Accessibility Ratings

Rating: Excellent

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Fred Broadstock

Fred Broadstock outdoor pool has full accessibility:

Accessible entrance
Accessible change rooms
Accessible washrooms
Pool lift for main pool (Portable PAL)
- Weight limit: 136kg (300lbs)
zero-depth entry for children's pool
Ramps connecting all public areas of the facility including basketball court, picnic area and sun deck

Queen Elizabeth

Queen Elizabeth outdoor pool has full accessibility:

Disabled-accessible parking
Curb cuts
Zero-depth pool entry
Male and female accessible washroom/change rooms
Accessible lockers
Braille on all change room signs

Borden Natural Swimming Pool

Borden Natural Swimming Pool has full accessibility:

Accessible entrance
Accessible parking
Curb cuts
Zero-depth pool entry (both pools)
Accessible washroom/change rooms
Accessible lockers at varying heights
Braille on washroom signs
Water wheelchair available
Counter hearing loops at the front desk and concession
No adult change table or track lift

Rating: Very Good

Very Good: majority of facility is accessible.
For example, entrance, washrooms, and a portion of recreation area are accessible, however, there are some accessibility barriers.

Mill Creek Pool

Mill Creek outdoor pool has very good accessibility:

Inclusive change rooms and washrooms
Accessible change room and washroom

Rating: Limited

Limited: poor accessibility.
Accessibility barriers may exist at entrance, washrooms, and recreation area. Alternate facility is recommended if barrier free access is required.

Wîhkwêntôwin (Oliver) Pool

Wîhkwêntôwin (Oliver) outdoor pool has partial accessibility:

Accessible parking (in back)
Accessible entrance
Pool lift (Portable PAL)
- Weight limit: 136kg (300lbs)
No accessible change rooms
No accessible washrooms
No ramp into pool

Golf Course Accessibility

While golf courses are not rated using the accessibility rating system, they do have some accessible amenities.

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Riverside Golf Course

Accessible parking
Level access to clubhouse
Limited access into clubhouse
Limited access to washrooms
Accessible tournament shelter

Rundle Golf Course

Accessible parking
Level access to clubhouse
Motion activated main entrance door
Accessible washroom
Limited access to 2nd floor dining

Victoria Golf Course

Accessible parking
Accessible washrooms
Accessible range stalls

Cemeteries Accessibility

While cemeteries are not rated using the accessibility rating system, they do have some accessible amenities.

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Beechmount Cemetery

Accessible parking
Button activated main entrance door
Limited access to washroom

Mount Pleasant Cemetery

Accessible parking
Button activated main entrance door
Elevator to second floor
Accessible washrooms on main floor

South Haven Cemetery

Accessible parking
Button activated main entrance door
Accessible washroom on main floor

Guides

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Contact Us

Citizen Access and Inclusion

Title	Accessibility Services Liaison Officer
Email	recreationdisabilities@edmonton.ca
TTY	780-944-5555 code: DISREC