Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce & 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
Entrance
- 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
- Designated gender-neutral/family restroom that can also accommodate a support person
- Can be reached without going up or down stairs, has a main entrance and/or stall that is a minimum 815 mm wide and has an outward swing door
- Key activities are accessible to guests using mobility devices
- Pathways are hard packed surfaces with a maximum slope 5%
Vision
Overall Space
- Audible alarm and/or public service system
- Multiple lighting sources to improve visibility
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
- Steps and slope changes are clearly marked and lit, and have handrails
- 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
- Designated gender-neutral/family restroom that can also accommodate a support person
General
Emergency Plan
- System in place for guests to contact a staff member for help if required
- Business has a dog relief area on site
- Business has high-speed internet service available for video application use
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The Invermere Visitor Centre is situated just south of the crossroads into Invermere. We offer washrooms, free WiFi, ample parking, hall & Boardroom rental and friendly travel advice. If you’re after information on the Columbia Valley and beyond, whether you are visiting or just passing through, drop in for a visit.
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